LandCruiser 200 oil & oil filter change - Twin Turbo Diesel VDJ200

Step-by-Step guide to changing the engine oil and oil filter in a Toyota Land Cruiser 200-series twin-turbo diesel VDJ200. Read more, see photos and find the correct oil, filter and tools at www.project200...

[@maxgermasi3302]

Jamie you deserve a monument in your honour!!! Thanks a lot for another great video

[@clearwayeng]

Thanks for the video Jamie - just followed your great instructions and did an oil and filter change.

[@dustyfarmer]

I found the dipstick on my Toyota Landcruiser VDJ79R was binding & grinding when inserted into the tube, I smoothed off the sharp edges & tip on the dipstick with some wet & dry sandpaper, wiped it clean & now it glides in smoothly without any hesitation or roughness.

[@jenz695]

Great video. I’m in the Philippines and I used toyota 15w_40 Every 5000kms. How come after the oil change, I checked the dipstick and the new oil is a bit black. Not as clear as yours.

[@austimages]

It will be dark again as soon as you start the engine. That shot of the light oil was before the engine was started.

[@seacruise7383]

Great vid thanks...helped me a lot to do my first 200 series oil change😊

[@tweety13233]

Hi Jamie ... just wondering ... did you install a catch can in your lc200?? Is it a must have thing???Regards

[@austimages]

No I haven't at this stage. I wouldn't say it's a 'must have', although it does reduce maintenance. I'm planning or an inlet manifold/EGR clean, and will likely install a catch can at the same time.

[@Zagedan]

Could you please tell me, just after you changed the oil, how to reset service reminder for another 3000 mi? Thank you .

[@austimages]

I'm sorry, my 200 doesn't have a service reminder. Best to check with the dealer.

[@ha06071]

Does 60 k service require same viscosity oil?

[@cemarabdg]

Pardon me, as I understand all LC 200 1VD-FTVs in Australia are equipped with DPFs. While outside Autralia, for example in Indonesia, we don't have DPF. The 9.2 liter engine oil capacity is it the same for engine with or without DPF? Thanks.

[@austimages]

From 2007-2015, they didn't have a DPF. It was added with the 2015 facelift. I'm not sure of the oil capacity with the DPF models, but it wouldn't be much different, if at all.

[@georgesemple8136]

@@austimages i have a 2012 with dpf in uk

[@austimages]

@@georgesemple8136 They only added the DPF in 2015 in Australia.

[@candrawp7044]

Hi, is 5w40 better than 5w30 for this engine? For lc200 at 62k km, I live in indonesia btw, average temp in here is about 28 to 36 celcius.

[@austimages]

It does depend on the year model to an extent. Go with what Toyota recommend for your year and temperature conditions. The 5w40 is less susceptible to oil vaporisation than the 5w30. But later DPF versions will need the 5W30.

[@candrawp7044]

@@austimages my lc200 year model is 2015, almost the same with yours, but my headlamp using HID projector, I think this is the pre-facelift (2012-2015) model. A week ago I change the oil with amsoil 5w40, I notice the engine sound a little bit quiter, and the engine feel solid and smooth but a little bit "heavier" when running 80kmh to 130kmh. When previously I use TMO 5w30 the engine feel not so solid (a little bit "empty") but feel quicker when running 80kmh to 130kmh. Is it OK?

[@austimages]

@@candrawp7044 Toyota recommend both 5w30 and 40 depending on the operating conditions. If you're in a warm climate, then 5W40 is best. If you're in a cold climate, then 5W30 is best.

[@newoization]

Hi mate. Ive got a 2010 model thats done 320k i tow a caravan occasionally and i live in sydney. Dont you think given its age and with the extra load on it when towing...maybe id be better going slightly thicker and running the penrite 10w 40??

[@austimages]

Unless you're burning oil on startup, there's nothing to be gained by going to a 10w40 over a 5w40. They are the same at operating temp, the 5w is just thinner when the engine is cold. If you're burning oil and not sure when, there's no harm changing to 10w40 for a while and see if consumption declines.

[@newoization]

@@austimages i see. Thanks for your advice mate. What do you think qbout the penrite hpr 5 5w 40 fully synthetic oil?

[@sophievandongen8094]

I was about to buy a really nice landcruiser 200, however i just found out that the owner has been changing the oil with valvoline 5W50. Would you say i should steer clear of this one?

[@austimages]

That should be fine. It would have been using a bit more fuel than necessary, but so long as the oil otherwise met the required specs, it wouldn't have done any harm.

[@douglasluxmoore6049]

Gi'Day Jamie, really appreciate your videos & comments. What is your opinion on:-- 1} using a detergent oil flush prior to oil change ? 2} warming engine prior to draining oil whether using flush or not ? 3} would the oil drain more efficiently by jacking front of LC200 to tilt the engine or would it drain better if vehicle is level ? Any experienced opinion welcomed, Cheers, Doug.

[@austimages]

Hi mate.. 1. I wouldn't. It's inevitable that some of the flush stays in there, meaning it reduces lubrication quality until the next change. Quality oils have good soot tolerance, so it's no big deal if a bit of the old oil remains. 2. Can't hurt. It makes the oil thinner, meaning it will drain out better. Just be careful you don't burn yourself. 3. No, leave it level.

[@douglasluxmoore6049]

Roger that & thnx for speedy reply, Doug

[@yurp6500]

Forgive me if this question has already been answered but I am new to the 200 after coming from the 60 series. Is there any benefit, in your experience, in fitting a remote dual oil filter system? I understand adding any additional components/hosing to a stock system opens itself up to issues (leaking etc), however, these systems are quite popular with the yanks in their oversized Dodges, Fords and the like. The filters can be placed in more readily accessible areas, higher in the engine bay making maintenance easier. Thanks in advance mate.

[@austimages]

I haven't looked at anything like that for the 200. They were popular many years ago. I imagine they could increase drain intervals. Lubrication and wear doesn't seem to be an issue for the 1VD, so I'd be skeptical that there would be a practical benefit other than that.

[@yurp6500]

@@austimages thank you mate. Im really getting a lot out of your channel, great work.

[@philg2468]

Jamie, its best not to disconnect the hoses - particularly the outlet hose as you might get dirt directly into the pump

[@VSxFEAR]

Why I can't find 10,000 km oil for my cruiser? Is the 5000 km oil better ?

[@bradhaines5711]

G'day Jamie, Is that filter removal tool 14 flutes and 65mm flute to flute? Cheers and beers

[@markdavies675]

I have done oil changes my whole life and the only part l have ever hated was retensioning the sump plug , a torque setting would be great to know . Any idea what the torque setting is for the sump plug ? ... 25 for the filter .. sump plug ?

[@austimages]

13Nm for the sump plug

[@andrehansen585]

great, i have a lc200 4.5 also , in norway. Lots of salt and snow. So youre car does shine a bit more in the engine bay than mine. Little rust under mine car too :-) good video

[@Maloy7800]

My favorite part: 1:05 Cold start protection. Cold start. In Australia. At +55C in the shade. But what you REALLY need is an engine heater! :-))

[@austimages]

You'd be surprised... bit.ly/dust-and-snow

[@Maloy7800]

​@@austimages LOL Even the village elders can't remember snow. :-))

[@NatashaChan-z4v]

Hi I got 2016 lc200 vx lmt can you tell me which oil and oil filter I need to use not sure if it got dpf or not. Thanks

[@austimages]

If you're in Australia, then 2016 has a DPF.

[@NatashaChan-z4v]

I’m in New Zealand

[@NatashaChan-z4v]

Wat happen if u use the wrong oil non dpf on dpf car? Thanks

[@austimages]

@@NatashaChan-z4v You can damage the DPF. But there's no problem using DPF compatible oil on a non-DPF engine.

[@NatashaChan-z4v]

Thanks so much

[@xGabrielxy]

Hi,Quick question, seems something does not ad up to me. Based on all the available data my 2014 LC 200 V8 diesel takes below 8 Liters of oil, not 9.2L as written. Did anyone experienced this ? Has yellow dip stick as what I have seen there is green and Blue variants also.

[@ser_hii]

I did! Have you found what's the reason?

[@06hunter54]

So is Enviro+ 5w40 full synthetic safe to use in a non DPF V8 TTD cruiser? Thanks.

[@austimages]

Yep

[@philipbeasley8079]

Hi Jamie, thank you for videos and written information you provide so freely here on you tube and the LCOOL site. Have you attempted a transmission oil change or do you leave it to a specialist? There is a plethrora of information on the web which is as contradictory as it is informative

[@austimages]

I haven't done one yet, but it's on the list for the next couple of months.

[@philipbeasley8079]

Australian Images Thankyou

[@حمودالسهلي-ج4ض]

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[@a.algharbi5633]

I changed the oil filter and filled 9 ltr of oil and it shows full. Do I need to fill the extra 200 ml that is recommended by the manual?

[@austimages]

So long as it shows full, that's fine. There could be ~200ml of old oil sitting somewhere in the engine, but re-check the dipstick after running the engine for a while to make sure it's still showing full.

[@ado6770]

@@austimages hi mate im in perth what do you think about nulon full synthetic 10w 40 or should you go with semi syn my 1vd has 205kms about to do a 5k change or should i still go with the 5w 40

[@austimages]

@@ado6770 That oil would be fine to use. The advantage of any 5w is that it's better at startup though. No difference once the engine is warmed up.

[@ado6770]

@@austimages hey mate ok or what about a 5w 30 or would you suggest the 40

[@austimages]

@@ado6770 No, 30 is too thin for our climate. You'll get a lot of vapourisation. 5W40 is my pick, 10w40 would be next best. Unless you live in the snowys.

[@Maloy7800]

Just out of curiosity. Is that antenna connected to anything or is it just an Australia accessory? :-))

[@austimages]

LOL. UHF CB radio

[@Maloy7800]

@@austimages AND IT WORKS!?

[@austimages]

@@Maloy7800 Naturally! The heavy base can accept different antennas. Big fibreglass one when travelling, little whip (in video) for around town so I can fit into underground carparks.

[@knightmpw]

What about 5w-30 full synthetic oil for this engine?

[@austimages]

You can use it. Just that when hot you'll find it vaporises more than the 5w40, so you might find the engine consumes more oil.

[@MrGilpy1]

were have you guys been ... more vids thanks

[@austimages]

Been absolutely flat out. Too many projects!

[@scottsmith6571]

Do y'all have rotella in oz ? I like the trd oil filter also

[@jimprovan8866]

No Shell sell Rimula X here in Oz, it is a much better quality oil that the stuff the sell in the U S of A.

[@hamzahabits7912]

Thanks for your video my questions how much Lt for vdj 200

[@austimages]

Just over 9 litres with a filter change

[@hamzahabits7912]

@@austimages thanks so much my friend

[@hamzahabits7912]

More question I have problem with steering pump noise how to fix this issue

[@austimages]

@@hamzahabits7912 I haven't experienced that myself, so can only suggest you have it checked by a mechanic. The power steering pump is gear-driven from the timing chain, so I would suggest you get it checked quickly, as a major failure of the pump could cause severe damage if it causes the timing chain to break.

[@hamzahabits7912]

@@austimages thanks so much

[@zoezoe610]

What does that metal clip do. I can't see any purpose for it.

[@austimages]

The metal clip on the outside of the oil filter cap? It's an anti-vibration fitting to stop the cap coming loose. Pretty unlikely though, as the O ring does a good job of it anyway. I can only assume that in testing they may have had a cap come loose, so they added the clip.

[@zoezoe610]

@@austimages Thanks for your reply, the clip appears to just sit there but what you say does sound like it would give vibration an exit point. Thanks I have recently bought my 200 after being a long time Range Rover owner so your videos for me are a great resource for me to learn from. Thanks again.

[@austimages]

@@zoezoe610 While it does just sit there, it presses against the aluminium, adding another friction point. Also, if the cap were to turn more than 1/4 of a turn or so, it would hit a lump in the casting, preventing it from turning further.

[@zoezoe610]

@@austimages Thanks

[@markdavies675]

Your my guru , go to guy for my 200 now 😃

[@RamonFerminAlvarez]

Hello, I see owner manual say 10w30 or 5w30, for engine 1VD-FTV, WHY YOU ARE USIING 5W-40

[@austimages]

5W40 is thin when cold (5W better than 10W) so gives good cold start protection, but not too thin when hot (40 better than 30), so doesn't vaporise too much at high temperatures. 0W30 or 5W30 would be the choice for cold climates, but for warm climates like Australia, 5W40 is the better choice.

[@RamonFerminAlvarez]

Thank you very much. For this engine 1VD-FTV 4.5 TWIN TURBO, EVERY KILOMETER SHOULD CHANGE THE OIL (MINERAL) AND EACH MANY KILOMETERS IF USE FULL SYNTHETIC

[@austimages]

Toyota recommend every 10000km, which I would suggest as a maximum. You could go 5,000km if you're in severe operating conditions.

[@RamonFerminAlvarez]

Australian Images 10000km, it does not matter if it is synthetic or mineral? Are you given the same time?

[@austimages]

Yes. I always change every 10,000, even with synthetic oil.

[@CustomcrowdMitroc]

Bit different from my old vdj79

[@jamieharland9080]

Always use genuine Toyota oil filter that is a no brainier. You can purchase a box and get a discount !! piece of mind too Not worth the risk with anything else !

[@alihaba6303]

9L and filter