On-Vehicle Inspection

2011 Toyota Landcruiser V8-5.7L (3UR-FE)SECTION On-Vehicle Inspection




3UR-FE ENGINE CONTROL: CAMSHAFT OIL CONTROL VALVE: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1. INSPECT CAMSHAFT TIMING OIL CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY

(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

(b) Start the engine and turn the Techstream on.

(c) Warm up the engine.

(d) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Active Test / Control the VVT Linear (Bank 1) or Control the VVT Linear (Bank 2) or Control the VVT System (Bank 1) or Control the VVT System (Bank 2) or Control the VVT Exhaust Linear (Bank 1) or Control the VVT Exhaust Linear (Bank 2).

(e) Check the engine speed while operating the Oil Control Valve (OCV) using the Techstream.

OK:





If the result is not as specified, check the oil control valve, wirings and camshaft timing gear.

HINT
* Control the VVT Linear (Bank 1): Command to activate exhaust and intake side oil control valves of bank 1 (Control range: Between -128 to 127%).
* Control the VVT Linear (Bank 2): Command to activate exhaust and intake side oil control valves of bank 2 (Control range: Between -128 to 127%).
* Control VVT System (Bank 1): Command to activate oil control valve of bank 1 (Control range: ON/OFF).
* Control VVT System (Bank 2): Command to activate oil control valve of bank 2 (Control range: ON/OFF).
* Control the VVT Exhaust Linear (Bank 1): Command to activate exhaust side oil control valve of bank 1 (Control range: Between -128 to 127%).
* Control the VVT Exhaust Linear (Bank 2): Command to activate exhaust side oil control valve of bank 2 (Control range: Between -128 to 127%).
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.