Would you be concerned about taking a 100k+ mile 100 on a road trip?

[SWUtah]

My '99 towed a 5000# race trailer [plus another few hundred # of tools and supplies in the rear] up and down the east coast every summer since new. High temps, large load, lots of hills. Absolutely rock solid reliable, with nothing more than routine maintenance stuff. Most of this was well past 100K miles, and some past 200K miles.

Exceptional, since you have had yours since new can you share your maintance routine? Also what do you see as the 100's strengths and weakness as a original owner of a high mileage 100?

 

[mikeacs]

Thanks for that, I appreciate the info! I've got to get my cruiser back on the road...I miss it already..

Here's the drill on checking & clearing ABS codes with nothing more than a wire jump link. Note that this is for the 99 model specifically. Later models have a different procedure. The entire thread has helpful pics too > forum.ih8mud.com/100-series-cruisers/491914-abs-engaging-99-lc.html#post6706776

Note - an obd scanner will not show you the ABS DTCs - you either need Techstream, a handheld tester, or you can use the steps in the FSM under "In case of not using TOYOTA hand−held tester".

Here's how to get the DTCs (out of the '99 FSM):
PRE−CHECK
1. DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
(a) Check the warning lights and buzzer.
(1) Release parking brake lever.
(2) When the ignition switch is turned ON, check that
the ABS warning lights go on for 3 seconds.
(3) Check the BRAKE warning light lights up when the
ignition switch is turned ON and the light goes off
when the engine starts.
(4) When 120 seconds have elapsed after the ignition
switch was turned ON, depressing and releasing
the brake pedal continuously with full stroke 15 − 20
times within 10 sec. Warning light lights up and
buzzer sounds.
HINT:
If the indicator check result is not normal, proceed to troubleshooting
for the ABS warning light circuit (See page DI−294).
(b) In case of not using TOYOTA hand−held tester:
Check the DTC.
(1) Disconnect the short pin from DLC1.
(2) Using SST, connect terminals Tc and E1 of DLC1.
SST 09843−18020
(3) Turn the ignition switch ON.
(4) Read the DTC from the ABS warning light on the
combination meter.
HINT:
If no code appears, inspect the diagnostic circuit or ABS
warning light circuit (See page DI−294 or DI−303).
As an example, the blinking patterns for normal code and
codes 11 and 21 are shown on the left.
(5) Codes are explained in the code table on page
DI−225.
(6) After completing the check, disconnect terminals Tc
and E1, and turn off the display.
If 2 or more malfunctions are indicated at the same time the lowest
numbered DTC will be displayed 1st.
(c) In case of using TOYOTA hand−held tester:
Check the DTC.
(1) Hook up the TOYOTA hand−held tester to the
DLC3.
(2) Read the DTC by following the prompts on the tester
screen.
HINT:
Please refer to the TOYOTA hand−held tester operator’s manual
for further details.
(d) In case of not using TOYOTA hand−held tester:
Clear the DTC.
(1) Using SST, connect terminals Tc and E1 of DLC1
and remove the short pin from DLC1.
SST 09843−18020
(2) Turn the ignition switch ON.
(3) Clear the DTC stored in ECU by depressing the
brake pedal 8 or more times within 5 seconds.
(4) Check that the warning light shows the normal
code.
(5) Remove the SST from the terminals of DLC1.
SST 09843−18020
(6) Connect the short pin to DLC1.
HINT:
Disconnecting the battery cable during repairs will not erase the
DTC in the ECU.
(e) In case of using TOYOTA hand−held tester:
Clear the DTC.
(1) Hook up the TOYOTA hand−held tester to the
DLC3.
(2) Turn the ignition switch ON.
(3) Operate the TOYOTA hand−held tester to erase the
codes.
(See TOYOTA hand−held tester operator’s manual.)
(f) (Reference):
Using TOYOTA break−out−box and TOYOTA hand−held
tester, measure the ECU terminal values.
(1) Turn the ignition switch OFF.
(2) Hook up the TOYOTA break−out−box and TOYOTA
hand−held tester to the vehicle.
(3) Turn the ignition switch ON.
(4) Read the ECU input/output values by following the
prompts on the tester screen.
HINT:
TOYOTA hand−held tester has a ”Snapshot” function.
This records the measured values and is effective in the
diagnosis of intermittent problems.
Please refer to the TOYOTA hand−held tester/TOYOTA
break−out−box operator’s manual for further details.

I'll bet you a beer that its a failed wheel speed sensor - $170 fixes that if so.

 

[APKhaos]

Thanks for that, I appreciate the info! I've got to get my cruiser back on the road...I miss it already..

Let us know what codes its throwing - may be more than one.

 

[roncruiser]

With 105K on the odometer, I took 1500 mile vacation road trips twice in my '94 80 series with no problems. I mean nothing at all. No problems at all. Both times, in the middle of August. I'd expect the same from a 100 series.

 

[corleykj]

I have 178K on the odo...and trust it to take me anywhere.

I would not hesitate to take the road trip in any land cruiser. I have 178K on my odo and it drives like new. I trust it with my 15 month old son in -30 degree wind chills on road trips. I am a firm believer in them. We had every seat filled and all the cargo gear loaded and I trust it.

The only thing I experienced negative on a land cruiser, was my sisters tapps sensor or something that controls the throttle. It was cutting out at 235K miles. Easily fixable, just sucked till she got home. It was about $500 I think to fix.

 

[LC100 Scotty]

I just bought one with 155K miles on it in Texas and drove it home to California in two days straight 1600 miles without blinking an eye. And the 90K service hadn't been done and it needed a timing belt. As long as you have changed that, you don't have anything to worry about.. and if you haven't.. the Toyota mechanic told me he has seen them go 160K and only have small cracks. Have a good trip.

 

[mikeacs]

Let us know what codes its throwing - may be more than one.

not meaning to hijack the thread, but as to the question about the codes being thrown....
Finally got a chance to pull the codes....52,53, and 56
booster pump malfunction,pump motor relay malfunction, and accumulator low pressure malfunction...sounds like the abs pump is the culprit..

 

[APKhaos]

I'm following your other thread on the brakes problem. Che k that there is a solid 12v to the pump before you replace it. Could be a fuse, a relay, or a harness wire break.

 

[kyoso23]

I'm at 250k and would drive anywhere in North America with it right now without hesitation. It is our go-to rig anytime we go on a road trip. We drive it from Montana to Arizona a few times a year, and it gets a lot of shorter jaunts throughout the year as well. I always stay up on the maintenance and replace anything that isn't 100%, even plastic clips and stuff. It still runs silky smooth and uses no fluids. Best vehicle ever.

 

[mmaakk]

I have 238k and wouldn't worry about driving to Oregon from California! Of coarse I'm the original owner and do all the maintenance.

 

[GaFJC]

I'm at 250k and would drive anywhere in North America with it right now without hesitation. It is our go-to rig anytime we go on a road trip. We drive it from Montana to Arizona a few times a year, and it gets a lot of shorter jaunts throughout the year as well. I always stay up on the maintenance and replace anything that isn't 100%, even plastic clips and stuff. It still runs silky smooth and uses no fluids. Best vehicle ever.

Mine was purchased to be the weekend, cabin and backwoods vehicle. One I wouldn't have to worry about as much as the others in terms of comestics and mods. I've enjoyed it so much it's become my DD (now with mods), road trip vehicle ( even over a fuel sipping Volvo wagon) and ride to the "back of beyond" on exploration excursions. The only prob I've had is the starter and even that gave me a "warning" and didn't leave me or my family completely stranded.

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[Porter]

Plus a 45 aux tank and a catheter.

Was wanting this yesterday. Seventeen hour journey from NH to NC after dropping off family at airport so that I could drive solo. 850 miles one day, for a 3200 mile trip over 10 days, and a grand total of 216k. Cruiser was flawless entire adventure and a pleasure to drive. Some mud on the the tires from a few miles offroading in VT. Greatest PITA was traffic in MA, and a 15 minute search for gas in Jersey. Just three fill ups yesterday, that's all. Now to catch the British Open, the reason I had the hammer down for the 17 hour jaunt.

 

[bonze]

My 72 year old father (who after prostate surgery had to use a catheter..not fun) just got back from a three week trip that took him from Alabama to Ohio to the Dakotas and back in his '99 LC with over 300K miles on it. The black '99 was my original LC, I still regret giving it up to him. LOL.

 

[nodaksn3]

Just drove from baking-hot Arizona to very hot Massachusetts with my 150,000 mile 100 towing a small trailer loaded with a golf cart and electric bike. No issues. If the truck's been maintained you should not have a problem.

 

[vilasman]

I had that same question 6 months ago

before I bought my 2002 cruiser at 105,000 miles. 6 months and 25,000 miles later, (from maryland) 2 trips to nashville, one to huntsville, one to richmind, va, one to savannah and going to Tenn, this weekend and Orlanda in 2 weeks...
Well the antenna dosent go up and down any more and one of the seat heater bulbs blew out and I think I busted the rear speaker...
But Nothing mechanically has gone wrong.
But do the maintence

 

[Bph555]

No problem for any road!
We drove my 99 to Tierra Del Fuego from San Diego,with around 170k on it.
I will be flying back down to Argentina soon, to drive it back to Colorado.
Not even a flat tire!
Top That!

 

[rph74]

Wow! How long did this journey take you? Did you take lots of good pics along the way? Incredible!

 

[stonepa]

No problem for any road!
We drove my 99 to Tierra Del Fuego from San Diego,with around 170k on it.
I will be flying back down to Argentina soon, to drive it back to Colorado.
Not even a flat tire!
Top That!

That's been my experience as well. I'd drive my 98 from Ohio to Alaska tomorrow. Maybe I could break 300k on the return trip.

 

[Bph555]

The San Diego, Ca. To Ushuaia, Argentina portion of our trip took 4.5 months, was approximately 13,000+ miles, and 13 countries. However, it took over a year for me to leave Bariloche (Patagonia) Argentina, where my wife is from.
Yup- kinda liked it!
A) Did i wish it was a diesel? No
B) Did i wish it was an 80? No
C) Did i want to trade for a 105 in Bolivia? No

But i must admit we were impressed by a twin turbo diesel,v8, 200 series that passed us going 120 m.p.h.- he had the hood up with a worried look on his face at the next service Station though.

 

[bluecruiser]

Yup- kinda liked it!
A) Did i wish it was a diesel? No
B) Did i wish it was an 80? No
C) Did i want to trade for a 105 in Bolivia? No

This is the excerpt from any post I have seen in a long time. Well played, sir.....well played.