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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2011FJ CRUISER 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSVARIABLE VALVE TIMING ACTUATORTESTING AND INSPECTIONINSPECTION
2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE)
Inspection
2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE)SECTION Inspection
1GR-FE ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM: CAMSHAFT OIL CONTROL VALVE: INSPECTION
1. INSPECT CAMSHAFT TIMING OIL CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY
(a) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Resistance:
If the result is not as specified, replace the oil control valve assembly.
(b) Connect the positive (+) lead of the battery to terminal 1 and the negative (-) lead to terminal 2, and check the movement of the valve.
OK:
If the result is not as specified, replace the oil control valve assembly.
If the valve cannot return properly because of foreign matter, a small pressure leak in the advanced direction may occur and a DTC may be output.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.