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Toyota 1AZ-FSE Troubleshooting
| Engine doesn't start or starts hard |
No fuel in fuel tank - Add fuel.
Wrong grade of gasoline - Use quality fuel.
Air or water in fuel system - Remove water or air from fuel system.
Spark plug wire is disconnected or loose - Inspect spark plug wiring connection, change or repair.
Faulty spark plug - Install new spark plug.
Ignition system is defective - Check ignition and replace faulty components.
Fuel filter is plugged - Fuel filter needs changing.
Restricted fuel lines - Service fuel lines.
Clogged or defective fuel pump - Service or replace fuel pump.
Fuel injectors are dirty or defective - Service or change fuel injectors.
Bad compression - Check and change damaged parts.
| Engine runs irregularly |
Ignition system malfunction - Check ignition and replace faulty components.
Air filter element is plugged - Change or service air filter.
Spark plug is defective - Spark plug need to be replaced.
Fuel pump is damaged or dirty - Service or change fuel pump.
Valve clearance is improper - Adjustment procedure required.
Bad ignition timing - Ignition timing needs to be adjusted correctly.
Low idle speed setting is not correct - Adjustment required.
| Engine stops after starting |
Defective spark plug - Change spark plug.
Clogged or damaged fuel injectors - Clean or change fuel injectors.
Defective ignition coil - Install a new ignition coil.
Damaged or weak valve springs - New valve springs need to be installed.
Valves are stuck - Service the valves.
| Engine overheated |
Engine oil level is insufficient - Fill up the oil to required level.
Engine overloaded - Reduce the load.
Fuel injectors are dirty - Clean or change fuel injectors.
Ignition timing is wrong - Ignition timing needs to be set properly.
Incorrect valve setting - Valves needs to be set correctly.
Radiator core is clogged or radiator cap is leaking - Change cap or clean radiator.
Lack of coolant in cooling system - Add coolant fluid and inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Thermostat failure - Install new thermostat.
Water pump is defective - Change water pump as required.
| Engine knocking or noise |
Stale fuel - Use proper gasoline.
Excessive engine load - Reduce load.
Engine oil insufficient - Fill up the oil to required level.
Low idle speed setting is not correct - Adjust idle speed.
Dirty or defective fuel pump - Test fuel pump and change if necessary.
Crankshaft or main bearings failure - Replace crankshaft or bearings.
Valve clearance is not correct - Adjustment procedure required.
Damaged piston rings or cylinder bore - Change defective parts.
| Engine lacks power |
Fuel injectors are dirty or defective - Clean or install new fuel injectors.
Plugged air filter - Replace or service air filter.
Clogged or defective fuel pump - Service or change fuel pump.
Ignition system malfunction - Inspect ignition system and change faulty parts.
Cylinder head gasket is damaged - Replace cylinder head gasket.
Stuck or burned valves - Replace or clean valves.
Damaged cylinder block components - Replace defective parts.
Clogged oil filter - Replace or service oil filter.
| Excessive fuel consumption |
Air filter is blocked - Clean or change air filter.
Dirty or damaged fuel injectors - Inspect fuel injectors and change as required.
Spark plug is faulty or loose - Spark plug need to be replaced or tightened.
Wrong ignition timing - Ignition timing needs to be adjusted correctly.
Burned, worn, or stuck valves - Change or service valves.
Worn sleeve, rings, or piston - Replace defective components.
Valve clearance is not correct - Check and adjust.
Weak cylinder compression - Inspect cylinder block and change worn parts.
| Engine consuming too much oil |
Damaged seals or gaskets - Worn parts need to be replaced.
Valve stems and guides are worn - Replace the valves.
Piston rings are stuck or broken - Piston rings replacement required.
Cylinder liner or piston is damaged - Check liner and piston, change as required.
| Engine backfires |
Fuel injectors are dirty - Need to clean fuel injectors.
Fuel lines are clogged - Clean fuel system lines.
Bad ignition timing - Adjust ignition timing correctly.
Valve setting is incorrect - Valves needs to be set correctly.
Air filter element is plugged - Clean or change air filter.
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