Lucida 2.2 TD Auto

[jscadden]

Originally Posted by mr mince

Just ordered shocks and bushes through my local Toyota dealer, "no problem sir might take a few days since it's an import. We'll phone when they're here, probably Wednesday"
As said before Toyota should deal with any of their cars, give them a bit of stick for their attitude

He did go on to say that if I could identify the part and supply the vehicle number etc. he would order the part for me but they would not undertake any work on the vehicle as it was company policy because their software was incompatible.

I did check out Bob Murphy, as recommended by Paul9, and he quoted £170 for the part but suggested that I might be able to get a complete turbo unit from ebay for about £60. I've checked ebay but haven't found anything yet.

There is an importer at Greenham Common I might check out plus a website that deals in breakers yards which might be worth trying.

[jscadden]

Have just got hold of a complete turbo unit from Jap Motors at Heathrow. Any ideas where it goes? Doesn't look too difficult to fit but I haven't found where to fit it yet.

[Philster]

remove the undertray under the driver's side - half a dozen 12mm bolts - you should be able to see it from there.

You can do it without a jack, but it may be easier to get it up in the air for more working space. If you do, use stands after jacking it, or good strong ramps (you don't want an esti on your head, they are nearer two tons than one).

You only need to change the actuator, which is the little can on the end of the cranked rod (will be clearer once you're under there).

I think there's a full tutorial in the member's area.

[jscadden]

Decided to take the car out to a village garage and get the turbo fitted. Good job I did as the old one was rusted on the car. Took them 4 hours but he only charged me for 2.5. Seems to go like a dream now but I haven't had the opportunity to take it onto a fast road yet. Will give it a good run over the bank holiday weekend.

Thanks to everyone for their comments. Enabled me to take charge of the situation.

[walbor]

Originally Posted by jscadden

Just been to the local Toyota Dealer without much success as they have a company policy not to deal with imported vehicles. He said that on the European models, they replace the whole turbo when that light comes on.
Any further info on this actuator and where it fits as he might then be able to identify it (with the vehicle details of course)!

Never had a problem ordering from Inchcape Toyota in Basingstoke,bump stops,turbo oil feed pipe,head gasket,crankshaft bolt and thermostat all bought from them.

[jscadden]

Originally Posted by walbor

Never had a problem ordering from Inchcape Toyota in Basingstoke,bump stops,turbo oil feed pipe,head gasket,crankshaft bolt and thermostat all bought from them.

It was the chap at Inchcape Basingstoke who was rather reticent in assisting but did eventually come round and agreed to order parts if full vehicle info and part number were available.
I will be rehanging the curtains shortly so it would be interesting to see what happens when I order all the clips etc.

[mn1]

Hi
I have the same issue with the amber light(next to green Turbo) coming on ...Can you tell me what the actuator is? and even better how to fix it . Thanks in advance

[Cader]

the actuator is pictured in the photograph, usually the rod sticks so try moving it to see if its free, if it is remove the rubber pipe on the diaphragm & blow or suck, if you can easily then the diaphragm has gone

[jscadden]

I ended up replacing the whole turbo which, as it turned out, was the right thing in my case as the turbo was completely rusted. I bought the unit from a specialist breaker who had it posted to me. If you decide to go that way, I can give you details.
I got a village garage to fit it for me and as it was rusted on, it took them 4 hours but they didn't charge me the full price.
Having got the photo of the part, it might be worth having a look to see if the rest is OK before deciding. The difference in performance made the outlay in my case, fully worth it especially as I will be towing a caravan next weekend.

[mn1]

have done as u suggest and found the rod easyish to move and I assume the the other end of the rod is the wastgate? which moves fine. The acutuator when I blow through it i can feel air coming from the little hole at the bottom-no resistance to suck or blow so I take it the actuator is stuffed?its off the car and just have to find one in New Zealand.
Is there anything else I have to check while in this area of the vehicle? nearby is a steel pipe and hose going to it which looks a bit weepy with diesel or oil.
Any more input from the experts would be appreciated. Now I have estblished what the actuator is doing and wastgate sems to be free can i be sure the turbo is ok?

cheers