Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2000 Toyota Land CruiserFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Deceleration Sensor
CAUTION:
Do not allow sensor to be turned upside down.
- Remove deceleration sensor located under center of instrument panel, in front of shift lever. Connect three 1.5 volt dry cell batteries in series. Connect positive battery lead to VGS terminal on deceleration sensor connector. See Fig 1. Connect negative lead to GGND terminal. Using voltmeter, check voltage between terminals GGND and GL1.
- With sensor in horizontal position, voltage reading should be about 2.3 volts. Lean sensor forward. Voltage reading should be about 0.4-2.3 volts. Lean sensor rearward. Voltage reading should be about 2.3-4.1 volts. Replace deceleration sensor as necessary.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.