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Toyota 1NZ-FXE Troubleshooting
| Engine hard to start or doesn't start |
No fuel in fuel tank - Fill it up.
Improper fuel grade - Change gasoline.
There is air in the fuel system - Bleed the system.
Damaged spark plug wiring connection - Inspect the spark plug wire connection, replace or repair.
Damaged spark plug - Spark plug need to be replaced.
Ignition system problems - Test ignition and replace failed parts.
Clogged fuel filter - Fuel filter needs to be replaced.
Dirty fuel lines - Fuel lines need to be cleaned.
Dirty or damaged fuel pump - Check fuel pump and replace if necessary.
Dirty or defective fuel injectors - Check fuel injectors and change if required.
Poor engine compression - Check cylinder block and replace damaged components.
| Unstable engine running |
Ignition system malfunction - Test ignition and replace failed parts.
Air filter element is plugged - Change or clean air filter.
Faulty spark plug - Change spark plug.
Clogged or damaged fuel pump - Inspect fuel pump and change as required.
Valve clearance is incorrect - Need to adjust valve clearance.
Improper ignition timing - Ignition timing needs to be adjusted correctly.
Incorrect low idle setting - Adjust the low idle speed.
| Engine starts but stops suddenly |
Defective spark plug - Spark plug need to be replaced.
Clogged or damaged fuel injectors - Clean or change fuel injectors.
Ignition coil is defective - Ignition coil should be replaced.
Bad or broken valve springs - Change valve springs.
Valves sticking - Clean the valves.
| Engine overheats |
Engine oil level low - Check oil level and add oil as required.
Engine is running overloaded - Reduce load.
Dirty fuel injectors - Need to clean fuel injectors.
Incorrect ignition timing - Adjust ignition timing correctly.
Improper valve setting - Set the valves properly.
Dirty radiator core or defective radiator cap - Clean radiator or change cap.
Low engine coolant - Add coolant fluid to cooling system and also check it for leaks.
Defective thermostat - Install new thermostat.
Water pump failure - Water pump need to be replaced.
| Engine knocking sound or abnormal noise |
Stale or low octane fuel - Change fuel.
Engine is running overloaded - Load reducing required.
Insufficient engine oil - Add oil to the engine crankcase.
Low idle speed set incorrectly - Correct idle settings.
Clogged or damaged fuel pump - Service or replace fuel pump.
Main bearings or crankshaft wear - Worn parts replacement required.
Valve clearance is improper - Adjust valve clearance according to specifications.
Damaged cylinder bore or piston rings - Change faulty parts.
| Engine power is too low |
Dirty or faulty fuel injectors - Service or change fuel injectors.
Air filter element is plugged - Clean or change air filter.
Clogged or defective fuel pump - Inspect fuel pump and change as required.
Ignition system failure - Inspect ignition system and change faulty parts.
Damaged cylinder-head gasket - Replace the gasket as required.
Burned or stuck valves - Change or clean valves.
Cylinder block components are damaged - Change defective components.
Oil filter element is clogged - Replace or clean oil filter.
| High fuel consumption |
Dirty air filter element - Service or change air filter.
Fuel injectors are dirty or defective - Clean or change fuel injectors.
Defective or loose spark plug - Re-tighten or change the spark plug.
Ignition timing is incorrect - Ignition timing needs to be adjusted correctly.
Worn, stuck, or burned valves - Clean or change valves.
Sleeve, rings, or piston are damaged - Change faulty components.
Valve clearance is improper - Need to adjust valve clearance.
Low cylinder compression - Check cylinder block and replace worn parts.
| Excessive oil consumption |
Damaged gaskets or seals - Install new components.
Valve guides and stems are worn - Install new valves.
Stuck or worn piston rings - Change the piston rings as required.
Cylinder liner or piston is scored - Inspect liner and piston, replace as necessary.
| Engine backfires |
Fuel injectors are dirty - Check fuel injectors and clean if necessary.
Fuel lines are dirty - Service fuel lines.
Wrong ignition timing - Set the ignition timing properly.
Valve setting is wrong - Adjust valves as required.
Air filter is dirty - Service or replace air filter.
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