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marvinmoeller2

Land Cruiser rough running stalling

Hey, Land Cruiser gurus! My 2004 gasoline Land Cruiser is giving me fits. 155664 km on the clock. Check engine light's on, power's way down. Runs rough, jerks when I accelerate, and stalls at idle sometimes! Rich mixture maybe? I've heard intake manifold, catalytic converter, air-fuel ratio, even the mass airflow sensor mentioned. Hoping it's not too serious. Where do I even start? Is my beloved Land Cruiser doomed?

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jenniferfire1

I had a similar issue with my Land Cruiser. Reduced power, rough running, the works. Have you looked at the injection valves/injectors? My mechanic said a defective injector can cause mixture preparation error and all the symptoms you described. How old are your injectors, and have they ever been cleaned or replaced?

marvinmoeller2 (Author)

Injection valves/injectors, huh? Interesting! Haven't checked those specifically. How can I tell if they're defective? Can I do it myself, or is it best left to a professional? Also, what exactly does 'mixture preparation error' mean? Could it damage other parts, like the catalytic converter?

jenniferfire1

Diagnosing injectors can be tricky without the right tools. You could try listening to them with a stethoscope to see if they're clicking properly, but honestly, it's best to take it to a workshop. Mixture preparation error simply means the engine isn't getting the correct air-fuel ratio. A faulty mixture can definitely damage the catalytic converter over time. I really suggest you go to a workshop, so you don't make the issue worse.

marvinmoeller2 (Author)

Thanks so much for your help! I took it to my local mechanic. You were spot on! Defective fuel injector, causing a mixture preparation error. The repair ended up costing me 515€, but at least my Land Cruiser is running smoothly again! I really appreciate you pointing me in the right direction.

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