I've read that the lc200 has active engine mounts.do these apply to all engine types particularly the diesels. Does anybody know how they work?
Do our diesel LC 200's have active engine supports? How do they work?
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Hmmm was hoping someone would have been well versed with this feature since the humming vibration through the steering wheel looks to be a common occurrence...
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I guess I will be answering this question... Yes our rigs do have active engine mounts. They are vacuum controlled. There is a vacuum pump and a valves called the Vsv that turns on/off the vacuum. At slow engine and vehicle speed the vacuum is on allowing free passage of fluid through 2 chambers. At higher engine and vehicle speeds the vacuum is off resulting to a less free flow of the fluid hence a stiffer engine mount.
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Is this feature only on the VDJ's? I'm curious about diesel 200's in general and have heard that there are many positives but a few drawbacks as well. I have only read of what the Aussies say but have seen some Euro reviews of them as well.
What year is your VDJ and what are your impressions of it overall? Is it LHD or RHD? Have you had any major service issues with it or other complaints? What is your favorite thing about it and what do you like least?
Thanks, I look forward to hearing more...
Is this feature only on the VDJ's? I'm curious about diesel 200's in general and have heard that there are many positives but a few drawbacks as well. I have only read of what the Aussies say but have seen some Euro reviews of them as well.
What year is your VDJ and what are your impressions of it overall? Is it LHD or RHD? Have you had any major service issues with it or other complaints? What is your favorite thing about it and what do you like least?
Thanks, I look forward to hearing more...
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I think I'll post a new thread for my opinions..
I have a 2009 VDJ200 right hand drive in Australia, which I bought new and is still my daily driver, approacing 300,000 kms on the odometer (186,400 miles).
The original injectors are still within spec and the vehicle has crossed the Simpson Desert three times, and has had as many springs & shocks changed to keep the ride fresh. I just replace with genuine Tokico factory OEM because these are often sold very cheaply when other 200 Series owners upgrade with aftermarket suspension and their near new springs & shocks are sold off on eBay and Facebook market place for a pittance.
I did replace the vacuum pump as per the workshop interval of 200,000 kms, but I now know that this is a very conservative replacement interval, as many Toyota authorised service centers do not bother with this replacement because the original vacuum pump still work fine beyond this mileage. However I am pretty fastidious, and the vehicle has served me well.
Favourite things - V8 twin turbo diesel - which is quite a cherished power plant because it is economical for an 8 cylinder engine and reasonably fuel efficient. The interior is reasonably roomy as a mid size. The replacement 300 Series (equivalent of a Lexus LX600 in the USA) has a rather cramped interior, particularly in the 2nd row passenger bench seat. Therefore the 300 Series isn't a viable upgrade for me because it is half a size smaller, and I would only consider it if I were downsizing.
Dislike - the 6 speed auto, which has essentially 5 usable gears that are spaced too far apart and a 6th gear that is only really good for speeds above 110kms/hr (68 miles per hour). I know Land Cruisers in the Middle East often drive at high speeds, ergo the very tall ratio, but in Australia, the speed limits are typically well below the threshold for when 6th gear gets used, so I would have much preferred the gear ratio gaps to be much much smaller to allow for the 6th gear to participate in daily driving. I also tow a travel trailer, so having closer gear ratio gaps would help dramatically, especially when climbing big mountain passes and very long hills on hot summer holidays.
To give credit where it is due, the gearbox has been very reliable, and no issues essentially with the drivetrain overall, which is quite impressive. I do change the ATF fluid and engine oil at half the recommended intervals, so that the fluids are kept as fresh as practically possible, which may have helped.
Back to the original topic of active engine mounts, I've not had to replace these - they seem to be fine even after 17 years of use including some serious offroading.
The original injectors are still within spec and the vehicle has crossed the Simpson Desert three times, and has had as many springs & shocks changed to keep the ride fresh. I just replace with genuine Tokico factory OEM because these are often sold very cheaply when other 200 Series owners upgrade with aftermarket suspension and their near new springs & shocks are sold off on eBay and Facebook market place for a pittance.
I did replace the vacuum pump as per the workshop interval of 200,000 kms, but I now know that this is a very conservative replacement interval, as many Toyota authorised service centers do not bother with this replacement because the original vacuum pump still work fine beyond this mileage. However I am pretty fastidious, and the vehicle has served me well.
Favourite things - V8 twin turbo diesel - which is quite a cherished power plant because it is economical for an 8 cylinder engine and reasonably fuel efficient. The interior is reasonably roomy as a mid size. The replacement 300 Series (equivalent of a Lexus LX600 in the USA) has a rather cramped interior, particularly in the 2nd row passenger bench seat. Therefore the 300 Series isn't a viable upgrade for me because it is half a size smaller, and I would only consider it if I were downsizing.
Dislike - the 6 speed auto, which has essentially 5 usable gears that are spaced too far apart and a 6th gear that is only really good for speeds above 110kms/hr (68 miles per hour). I know Land Cruisers in the Middle East often drive at high speeds, ergo the very tall ratio, but in Australia, the speed limits are typically well below the threshold for when 6th gear gets used, so I would have much preferred the gear ratio gaps to be much much smaller to allow for the 6th gear to participate in daily driving. I also tow a travel trailer, so having closer gear ratio gaps would help dramatically, especially when climbing big mountain passes and very long hills on hot summer holidays.
To give credit where it is due, the gearbox has been very reliable, and no issues essentially with the drivetrain overall, which is quite impressive. I do change the ATF fluid and engine oil at half the recommended intervals, so that the fluids are kept as fresh as practically possible, which may have helped.
Back to the original topic of active engine mounts, I've not had to replace these - they seem to be fine even after 17 years of use including some serious offroading.