2012 Toyota Landcruiser (VDJ76R) — Repair Solution

4.5L 1VD-FTV 8cyl 32v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Manual · Engine Not Starting · Engine

Toyota Landcruiser (VDJ76R) Engine Not Starting Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Toyota
Model: Landcruiser (VDJ76R)
Year: 2012
Engine: 4.5L 1VD-FTV 8cyl 32v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Manual
Kilometres: 234,961
Area: Engine
Category: Engine Not Starting

Customer Complaint

The engine will crank over and not start on the first try but will start on the second try.

Problem Summary

The engine will consistently fail to start on the first try. Stop cranking and try again with normal start-up on the second attempt, this is a consistent fault.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeTOYVD121198
Vehicle2012 Toyota Landcruiser (VDJ76R)
Engine4.5L 1VD-FTV 8cyl 32v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Manual
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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