Recently got a 2000 LX470, However it seems a bit sluggish so I've been investigating it.
I have a diesel landcruiser and when the engine is cold I can spin the fan freely meaning the clutch isn't engaged. On the LX if I turn the fan it will want to turn the belt system too so is completely engaged from when cold. I'm guessing this isn't normal and could be why the engine feels a little gutless.
Question, can I simply remove, drain some of the silicone fluid and put it back in? Or Should I just replace the clutch? Replace all the fluid completely? If the spring is broken obviously I'll replace the clutch but these things are relatively simple in terms of mechanics. Unfortunately don't know if it's the original or not, it's blue?
Thanks in advance
I have a diesel landcruiser and when the engine is cold I can spin the fan freely meaning the clutch isn't engaged. On the LX if I turn the fan it will want to turn the belt system too so is completely engaged from when cold. I'm guessing this isn't normal and could be why the engine feels a little gutless.
Question, can I simply remove, drain some of the silicone fluid and put it back in? Or Should I just replace the clutch? Replace all the fluid completely? If the spring is broken obviously I'll replace the clutch but these things are relatively simple in terms of mechanics. Unfortunately don't know if it's the original or not, it's blue?
Thanks in advance