Change Car Turbo Toyota Land Cruiser

Change Car Turbo

Very technical 3h00–23h00 ~300–2300£
Estimated time 3h00–23h00
Estimated labour cost ~300–2300£
Difficulty Very technical
Vehicles
Land Cruiser 100 1998-2008 2
  • 4.2 TD Diesel (1HD-FTE)
  • 4.7 V8 Petrol (2UZ-FE)
Land Cruiser 120/Prado 2002-2010 5
  • 3.0 D Diesel (1KZ-TE)
  • 3.0 TD Diesel (1KD-FTV)
  • 3.0 TD Diesel (1KD-FTV)
  • 3.0 TD Diesel (1KD-FTV)
  • 4.0 V6 Petrol (1GR-FE)
Land Cruiser 150/Prado 2009-2025 4
  • 2.8 D-4D Diesel (1GD-FTV)
  • 2.8 D-4D Diesel (1GD-FTV)
  • 3.0 D-4D 173 Diesel (1KD-FTV)
  • 3.0 D-4D 190 Diesel (1KD-FTV)
Land Cruiser 200 2007-2021 2
  • 4.5 V8 D-4D Diesel (1VD-FTV)
  • 4.5 V8 D-4D Diesel (1VD-FTV)
Land Cruiser 70 1984-2025 2
  • 2.4 TD Diesel (2L-T)
  • 3.4 TD Diesel (13B-T)
Land Cruiser 80 1990-1999 2
  • 4.2 TD Diesel (1HD-FT)
  • 4.2 TD Diesel (1HD-T)
Land Cruiser 90/Prado 1995-2002 3
  • 3.0 D4-D Diesel (1KD-FTV)
  • 3.0 TD Diesel (1KZ-T)
  • 3.0 TD Diesel (1KZ-TE)

What is the role of the Toyota Land Cruiser turbo?

The turbocharger increases engine power by compressing the intake air, allowing more air (and therefore more fuel) into the combustion chambers. It is driven by exhaust gases spinning a turbine at speeds up to 250,000 rpm. The compressed intake air passes through an intercooler to reduce its temperature before entering the engine.

What are the symptoms of a failing Toyota Land Cruiser turbo?

Common symptoms include: loss of engine power or boost, excessive exhaust smoke (blue/white for oil burning, black for over-fuelling), whining or whistling noise from the turbo area, engine warning light or turbo fault codes, oil leaks at the turbo housing, increased oil consumption.

What causes Toyota Land Cruiser turbo failure?

The main causes are: oil starvation (blocked or restricted oil feed lines, low oil level, poor oil quality), foreign object ingestion, excessive exhaust temperature, worn bearings due to high mileage, and contaminated oil. Always investigate and fix the root cause before fitting a replacement turbo.

Can a Toyota Land Cruiser turbo be reconditioned?

Yes, turbo reconditioning is a common and cost-effective alternative to buying new. A reputable service will disassemble, inspect, replace worn parts, rebalance, and test the unit. Expect to pay 30–60% of the new price.

Is it difficult to change a Toyota Land Cruiser turbo?

Difficulty level 5/5: very technical. The turbo is connected to both the intake and exhaust systems, requiring numerous disassembly steps. Approximately 5 hours on average for a professional mechanic. Key precautions after fitting: change the engine oil and filter, prime the turbo with oil before starting, allow the turbo to cool down after hard driving by idling for 30 seconds before switching off.

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9 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
Land Cruiser 100 1998-2008 1998-2008 4.2 D Diesel (1HZ), 4.2 TD Diesel (1HD-FTE), 4.7 V8 Petrol (2UZ-FE) Diesel, Petrol
Land Cruiser 120/Prado 2002-2010 2002-2010 3.0 D Diesel (1KZ-TE), 3.0 TD Diesel (1KD-FTV), 3.0 TD Diesel (1KD-FTV), 3.0 TD Diesel (1KD-FTV), 4.0 V6 Petrol (1GR-FE), 4.0 V6 Petrol (1GR-FE) Diesel, Petrol
Land Cruiser 150/Prado 2009-2025 2009-2025 2.8 D-4D Diesel (1GD-FTV), 2.8 D-4D Diesel (1GD-FTV), 3.0 D-4D 173 Diesel (1KD-FTV), 3.0 D-4D 190 Diesel (1KD-FTV), 4.0 V6 VVT-i Petrol (1GR-FE) Diesel, Petrol
Land Cruiser 200 2007-2021 2007-2021 4.5 V8 D-4D Diesel (1VD-FTV), 4.5 V8 D-4D Diesel (1VD-FTV), 4.5 V8 D-4D Diesel (1VD-FTV), 4.6 V8 Petrol (1UR-FE), 4.7 V8 Petrol (2UZ-FE) Diesel, Petrol
Land Cruiser 40/55 1960-1988 1960-1988 3.9 Petrol (F), 4.0 D Diesel (2H) Diesel, Petrol
Land Cruiser 60 1980-1990 1980-1990 4.0 D Diesel (2H), 4.0 Petrol (3F-E), 4.0 TD Diesel (12H-T) Diesel, Petrol
Land Cruiser 70 1984-2025 1984-2025 2.4 D Diesel (2L), 2.4 Petrol (22R), 2.4 Petrol (22R-E), 2.4 TD Diesel (2L-T), 3.0 Turbo Diesel (1KZ-T), 3.4 D Diesel (3B), 3.4 TD Diesel (13B-T), 3.5 D Diesel (1PZ), 4.0 D Diesel (2H), 4.2 D Diesel (1HZ), 4.2 TD Diesel (1HD-FTE), 4.2 TD Diesel (1HD-T) Diesel, Petrol
Land Cruiser 80 1990-1999 1990-1999 3.5 Petrol (1PZ), 4.0 MPI Petrol (3F-E), 4.2 D Diesel (1HZ), 4.2 TD Diesel (1HD-FT), 4.2 TD Diesel (1HD-T), 4.5 Petrol (1FZ-F), 4.5i Petrol (1FZ-FE) Diesel, Petrol
Land Cruiser 90/Prado 1995-2002 1995-2002 2.7 Petrol (3RZ-F), 2.7 Petrol (3RZ-FE), 3.0 D4-D Diesel (1KD-FTV), 3.0 TD Diesel (1KZ-T), 3.0 TD Diesel (1KZ-TE), 3.0 TD Petrol (1KZ-TE), 3.4 V6 Petrol (5VZ-FE) Diesel, Petrol

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