2001 Toyota Prado (VZJ95R) — Repair Solution

3.4L 5VZ-FE 6cyl 24v DOHC MPFI Petrol Manual · Rough Running - EFI · Engine

Toyota Prado (VZJ95R) Rough Running - EFI Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Toyota
Model: Prado (VZJ95R)
Year: 2001
Engine: 3.4L 5VZ-FE 6cyl 24v DOHC MPFI Petrol Manual
Kilometres: 307,759
Area: Engine
Category: Rough Running - EFI

Customer Complaint

Engine runs rough at idle and has low power output.

Problem Summary

The vehicle exhibited rough running at idle with large puffs of black smoke. New spark plugs were quickly fouled with soot. Under acceleration the engine ran smoothly but with noticeably reduced power, estimated around 70% of normal.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Quick Facts

CodeTOYVZ01112
Vehicle2001 Toyota Prado (VZJ95R)
Engine3.4L 5VZ-FE 6cyl 24v DOHC MPFI Petrol Manual
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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