2012 Toyota Landcruiser (VDJ79R) — Repair Solution

4.5L 1VD-FTV 8cyl 32v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Manual · Stalling / Engine Cut-out · Engine

Toyota Landcruiser (VDJ79R) Stalling / Engine Cut-out Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Toyota
Model: Landcruiser (VDJ79R)
Year: 2012
Engine: 4.5L 1VD-FTV 8cyl 32v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Manual
Kilometres: 230,812
Area: Engine
Category: Stalling / Engine Cut-out

Customer Complaint

Starts first thing in the morning, then cuts out after approximately 20 seconds. The customer then cranks the engine for an extended period until it restarts and runs normally for the rest of the day. Condition repeats the next morning.

Problem Summary

The engine stalls shortly after initial cold start, followed by hard restarting. Once restarted, the vehicle operates normally for the remainder of the day.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeTOYVD12120
Vehicle2012 Toyota Landcruiser (VDJ79R)
Engine4.5L 1VD-FTV 8cyl 32v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Manual
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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