Check injectors?

[New Cruiser3.0]

Quick question guys I've a 2006 landcruiser invincible 184k miles should I get someone to look at the injection system / service it?

No knocks bad smoke or anything just has high miles.

Cheers.

 

[Tractionman]

You could get it plugged into Techstream or similar to read the values on each injector + other features.

 

[New Cruiser3.0]

You could get it plugged into Techstream or similar to read the values on each injector + other features.

Would a general mechanic be able to do this?or is it more a specialist toyota place.

Reading the threads on here I did see that the injectors can cause engines to fail. That oil pick up strainer gets jammed up.

My mechanic checked mine said it was all clear when we done the oil a few weeks back. I found a place that can test the injectors for £25 each but you have to take them out.

 

[Tractionman]

Anyone with Techstream or similar who understands it can do it. Can your mechanic ?
Do not take it to a main stealer, unless you have deep pockets.
The oil pickup/strainer is a good clue, which your mechanic seems to be on top of.
Techstream or similar will save you a whole lot of work and expense for an indication, without removing anything.

 

[New Cruiser3.0]

Anyone with Techstream or similar who understands it can do it. Can your mechanic ?
Do not take it to a main stealer, unless you have deep pockets.
The oil pickup/strainer is a good clue, which your mechanic seems to be on top of.
Techstream or similar will save you a whole lot of work and expense for an indication, without removing anything.

They probably will be able to do them tests il ask them next week.

I had a aircon leak test done and need a new condensor so it's going into get that and a small oil leak I've found to get sorted so il ask these questions then.

Il ask if they can give me a print out of any results after testing the injection system and post it up.

 

[karl2000]

As TM says getting the live data is the best way and is non destructive! Your mechanic/garage might not know what numbers to look at or expect. Ask them to get the engine up to temp (coolant 83c or whatever it is) then look at the live data from the engine ECU. Get a printout / screenshot / photographs or a video of the data - post it here and we will be able to give you a view!

 

[karl2000]

Where's your oil leak? (Just out of interest!)

 

[New Cruiser3.0]

I will try to get the data posted up here. For feed back.

There probably gona laugh when I'm looking this test done as there nothing wrong but sometimes meeting trouble halfway is a good thing.

Is taking the injectors out for a full test opening a can of worms?

 

[New Cruiser3.0]

Where's your oil leak? (Just out of interest!)

Not sure what's that's called but I've cleaned it a few times and it's still damp and reappearing so a small oil weap, so it's kind of suspicious to me oil should be on the inside of the engine unless it's in a gallon jar.

 

[karl2000]

Asking the obvious but is it dry around the oil filter?

 

[New Cruiser3.0]

Asking the obvious but is it dry around the oil filter?

Seems to be, the oil filters just below were I'm seeing some oil it's only a small weap but I'd like it sorted ASAP.

 

[Tractionman]

In the first photo, is that a bit of white string I can see, securing a hose ?

 

[New Cruiser3.0]

In the first photo, is that a bit of white string I can see, securing a hose ?

Not sure il check it out when I'm back from work.

Ordered the aircon condensor radiator €80 for that hopefully get the ac blowing soon.

 

[Tractionman]

It maybe reflection off a shiny spring clip, but check that and the hose there anyway. The only thing roughly above that is the egr valve which may have a leak, they collect quite a bit of oily black s**t.

 

[New Cruiser3.0]

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It maybe reflection off a shiny spring clip, but check that and the hose there anyway. The only thing roughly above that is the egr valve which may have a leak, they collect quite a bit of oily black s**t.

Checked for string couldn't see any.

What ebay lead and software could I get if I wanted to take a reading myself everynow and then. (was looking at a few leads but some of the software seems glitchy)

I can also get a set of injectors close to brand new 4 of them for £400 approx is it worth having a set on the self tested for when the time comes?

 

[New Cruiser3.0]

It maybe reflection off a shiny spring clip, but check that and the hose there anyway. The only thing roughly above that is the egr valve which may have a leak, they collect quite a bit of oily black s**t.

Thats what it started as black tar like gunk and now its just light oil like only just damp to the touch.

 

[karl2000]

It doesn't have to be techstream, most garages won't use that but any pro tool should give access to live data. There's threads on here with some alternatives I think as techstream can be a bit of a pain to get going apparently

 

[New Cruiser3.0]

It doesn't have to be techstream, most garages won't use that but any pro tool should give access to live data. There's threads on here with some alternatives I think as techstream can be a bit of a pain to get going apparently

I'd say the place I'm going to has something for sure.

But half the fun in this is being able to have a go yourself on some odd jobs. Just even checking the injectors again in 5000 miles making sure the readings are still good.

Would I change the injectors myself I'd say not.

Il stick to machining and welding.

 

[Tractionman]

Take the plasic intercooler cover off and check around your egr and hoses for any leaks.

If you're talking about those £400 injectors on eBay, tread warily
They are from a recycling/scrap yard, and you don't know if they work properly (pressure/spray pattern) or how they have been handled with no protective caps, resulting in damage to nozzles/tips.
Of course you could have them refurbed/parts replaced at extra cost for a spare set. ?

 

[New Cruiser3.0]

I think used injectors would be like socks men just used them till wore out.

Might get lucky and get some poor fella put a new set in and then slid into a pole but it's probably rare and no way to tell how many miles on them.


Il keep up the search and anything i do get il be testing it.