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Toyota 1JZ-GTE Troubleshooting
| Engine will not start or difficult to start |
Empty fuel tank - Fill it up.
Wrong grade of gasoline - Change fuel.
Water or air in fuel system - Remove air or water from system.
Disconnected or loose spark plug wire - Check spark plug wiring connection, repair or change.
Spark plug is defective - Spark plug need to be replaced.
Ignition failure - Check ignition and replace faulty components.
Plugged fuel filter - Install new filter.
Dirty fuel lines - Clean fuel lines.
Fuel pump is damaged or dirty - Check fuel pump and change if required.
Dirty or damaged fuel injectors - Check fuel injectors and change if required.
Low cylinder compression - Check cylinder block and replace worn parts.
| Rough engine running |
Ignition system problems - Check ignition and replace faulty components.
Air filter element is plugged - Change or service air filter.
Defective spark plug - Replace spark plug.
Fuel pump is defective or dirty - Clean or change fuel pump.
Improper valve clearance - Adjust valve clearance according to specifications.
Incorrect ignition timing - Set the ignition timing properly.
Incorrectly adjusted low idle speed - Correct idle adjustment.
| Engine starts and stops immediately |
Spark plug is faulty - Install new spark plug.
Dirty or damaged fuel injectors - Clean or install new fuel injectors.
Defective ignition coil - Install a new ignition coil.
Valve springs are damaged or weak - Install new valve springs.
Valves are stuck - Service the valves.
| Engine overheats |
Low engine oil level - Fill the crankcase with engine oil.
Engine overload - Reduce load.
Fuel injectors are clogged - Check fuel injectors and clean if necessary.
Improper ignition timing - Adjust ignition timing as required.
Valve setting is improper - Adjust valves correctly.
Radiator fins are clogged or radiator cap is faulty - Clean radiator or change cap.
Engine coolant is insufficient - Refill to the correct level and inspect system for leaks.
Damaged thermostat - Change thermostat as required.
Water pump failure - Replace water pump.
| Engine noises or knocks |
Stale fuel - Use proper fuel.
Engine overloaded - Reduce engine load.
Engine oil level is low - Check oil level and add oil as required.
Low idle speed set incorrectly - Adjust the low idle speed.
Clogged or damaged fuel pump - Clean or install new fuel pump.
Worn crankshaft or main bearings - Change or repair worn components.
Valve clearance is wrong - Need to adjust valve clearance.
Damaged cylinder bore or piston rings - Replace defective parts.
| Engine power is too low |
Fuel injectors are faulty or clogged - Clean or install new fuel injectors.
Air filter element is clogged - Replace or service air filter.
Fuel pump is damaged or dirty - Service or change fuel pump.
Defective ignition - Inspect ignition system and change failed components.
Damaged cylinder-head gasket - Change cylinder head gasket.
Valves are stuck or burned - Change or clean valves.
Damaged cylinder block parts - Replace defective components as required.
Dirty oil filter element - Clean or change oil filter.
| High fuel consumption |
Clogged air filter - Clean or replace air filter.
Clogged or damaged fuel injectors - Check fuel injectors and change if required.
Spark plug is loose or faulty - Tighten or replace spark plug.
Incorrect ignition timing - Set the ignition timing properly.
Stuck, burned, or worn valves - Clean or replace valves.
Worn rings, piston, or sleeve - Replace faulty parts as required.
Excessive valve clearance - Adjustment procedure required.
Engine has bad compression - Check cylinder block and change wear parts.
| High oil consumption |
Gaskets or seals can be faulty - To repair leaks, replace worn parts.
Valve stems and guides are worn - Replace defective valves.
Piston rings are stuck or worn - Piston rings replacement required.
Cylinder liner or piston is scored - Inspect liner and piston, replace as necessary.
| Engine backfires |
Dirty fuel injectors - Service or change fuel injectors.
Dirt in the fuel lines - Clean fuel lines.
Wrong ignition timing - Ignition timing needs to be adjusted correctly.
Incorrect valve setting - Set the valves correctly.
Clogged air filter - Change or service air filter.
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