Toyota Land Cruiser:  Overheating → Symptoms + Causes

One of the worst problems that can happen to your Toyota Land Cruiser is overheating.  Common symptoms of overheating include smoke coming from under the hood, a pegged temperature gauge, and (eventually) a blown head gasket. If your Land Cruiser is overheating, stop driving it immediately to avoid damaging the engine. Ignoring an overheating engine … Read more

Toyota Land Cruiser: Window Won’t Go Up Diagnosis

Your Toyota Land Cruiser’s windows protect you from the elements, and they protect the interior from damage.  If your window won’t go up, there are a few common issues that can cause this problem.  These include a blown fuse, bad window motor, wiring issues, and the switch.     Power Window Won’t Go Up Causes:  Toyota … Read more

Toyota Land Cruiser Bad Throttle Body: Symptoms + Diagnosis

If your Toyota Land Cruiser has a faulty throttle body, it can cause it to run terribly.  Common symptoms of a bad throttle body include dirt and grime, the check engine light, and an erratic idle. Your Land Cruiser’s throttle body controls the amount of air that enters the engine.  You control the throttle body … Read more

Toyota Land Cruiser: Bad Thermostat → Symptoms & Diagnosis

The thermostat in your Toyota Land Cruiser’s engine plays a crucial role in regulating its temperature. A malfunctioning thermostat may lead to various issues and should be dealt with immediately. Some of the most common symptoms of a bad thermostat are no heat, a spiked temp gauge, a blown head gasket, and more. A thermostat … Read more

Toyota Land Cruiser:  Bad Serpentine Belt

One of the most common issues with a vehicle is a bad serpentine belt.  If you suspect that your Toyota Land Cruiser has this problem, we’ll give you the common symptoms below, as well as how to replace it. The good news is that serpentine belts are cheap, and in the grand scheme of things, … Read more

Toyota Land Cruiser: Uneven Tire Wear → Causes

  Uneven tire wear can happen at any time in the life of a vehicle.  If your Toyota Land Cruiser is experiencing this situation, taking corrective action when you first notice it is important.  Otherwise, you may end up needing a new set of tires.   Toyota Land Cruiser Uneven Tire Wear Causes There are … Read more

Toyota Land Cruiser Low Transmission Fluid: Symptoms and Diagnosis

There are several symptoms to watch for that suggest your Land Cruiser might have low transmission fluid. Some of these signs include irregular shifting, inability to shift, dashboard warning lights, slipping transmission, and strange noises coming from under the hood. If you suspect that your Land Cruiser has low transmission fluid, the first thing you … Read more

Toyota Land Cruiser:  Engine Knock → Causes & Diagnosis

One of the most disconcerting sounds that you can hear coming from your Toyota Land Cruiser is the engine knocking.  An engine knock can be a sign of major engine problems.  It is usually caused by, ignition issues, timing issues, worn lower engine parts, and more.  We’ll cover the most common causes below. By definition, … Read more