Part three.

Restyling 08.2002-04.2005.

In late 2002, Toyota updated the Land Cruiser 100 both externally and technically. A new automatic five-speed gearbox has appeared; it has become available for turbodiesels since 2004 (for more details, see the first part of the article). Since 2002, the rear axle blocking on Russian dealer cars was carried out only on turbodiesels. The gasoline engine was slightly modernized - the power was increased from 205 hp. up to 238 hp The turbo diesel engine was also bumped up to 204 hp. Of the external changes: a new radiator grill, front and rear plastic optics, a new strip with the Land Cruiser inscription appeared on the tailgate, the front bumper was slightly changed, new rims 275 / 65R17 appeared. As an option, VGRS (Variable Gear Ratio Steering) steering was offered with a variable gear ratio (from 2.4 to 3.5 steering turns from lock to lock).

Navigation was only for the USA, Europe, Japan and China. In this case, the center console was completely different from the Russian and other versions.

Center console without navigation. With the most expensive stereo system that was the same color as the console.

Center console with navigation.

In this case, the CD changer was located under the front seat,

or as on dorestaylin models in a box between the seats.

The wood finish has changed, now it has become light.

But in Australia, dark inserts were available as an option. The stereo system for each market was offered differently, somewhere simpler, somewhere better - the color of the panel, for example, for Russia and the Arabs. Therefore, all stereo systems do not really take into account where and for which markets.

For the USA, wood trim was not offered in the basic configuration, it was offered only as an option (photo below). Or it was possible to order a marble finish. For the Japanese market, the console was also without wood finish.

The woodgrain finish was also dark (or light as pictured) like the Australian versions. The trim itself was not split and vertical, as on all other versions, but horizontal as on the LX 470. And on the LX 470 it was completely one-piece, while on the 100 series it consisted of 3 parts.

The center console has been updated in the cabin. The designers have kept the previous interior style, but made it more rational, on the one hand, and more luxurious, on the other. There was a new Optitron instrument panel for VX (in the base), for STD and GX there were simpler, conventional redesigned analog instruments.

On simpler versions such as STD and GX, as well as for US versions or for VX versions for Australia and third countries, the instrument panelThere was no Optitron - instead there was a conventional dashboard. The photo shows a version with a diesel engine.

New Optitron dashboard. The photo shows a turbodiesel version, with hydraulic suspension.

A new multifunctional steering wheel has appeared. The voice communication system was only on Europeans and on cars intended for the United States.

New, electronically controlled five-speed gearbox. The photo shows the hydraulic suspension control unit. For Russia and third countries it was not. For the place of the two plugs, the front seats were heated, but it was installed only for markets with a cold climate.

For the place of the control unit for the stove for the rear passengers (on some versions there was a plug), a radio appeared, but it worked only when the headset was turned on.

In the STD and GX and GXL versions, the stove and air conditioner were controlled using twists (as in the pre-styling versions). The VX, VX-comfort, VX-R, Sahara versions had climate control.

The salon has remained unchanged, except for the updated center console.

Updated radiator grill.

The rear lights were slightly refreshed, the turn signals became light.

Restyling 04.2005-04.2006.

Land Cruiser 100 after the second restylingthe end of 2005.The radiator grille has become more massive, and the Toyota logo has become larger. The headlights have become one single unit.

The front and rear optics have been updated, they have become LED, and a new radiator grill has also appeared. The 4.7 liter engine has a 275 hp version. with a proprietary VVT-i phase control system. Also, under the hood there was no longer a plate with a VIN number, instead of it there was a sticker in the opening of the driver's door and a VIN number under the windshield.

There is a new front ...

...andbacklEDoptics.

As a result, the headlights shine much better and brighter. And the feed of the car began to look much nicer and fresher.

Restyling 04.2006-10.2007.

The radiator grill has become chrome.

This was the very last restyling. It was minimal, and did not include any technical changes, but only external differences. Of the technical changes can be called, perhaps, the addition of side airbags. On European and Russian diesel versions, rear axle locking was now optional.

Glowing overlaysLand cruiseron the rapids.

Steering wheel with wooden inserts.

Manual gearbox version.

There were 6 airbags for Russian and third markets (versions for Europe were equipped with airbags since 2002).

VX-Comfort.

New equipment for Russia, while short due to GOSTs and other circumstances, replaced STD and GX. Comparable to GXL configuration. Unlike the Russian version of "Lux", the "Comfort" equipment did not have a sunroof, illumination of sills, leather interior (for its place was velor), heated seats and wood trim (the interior was from GX (10-seater)), but had airbags and climate control. The steering wheel was not multi-functional and did not have electrical adjustment, there was a simple stereo system, in the rear of the cabin there was no air conditioning control unit and a heater for the rear passengers. And also some safety systems such as EBD, BA and stability control system (VSC A-TRC). Outside, there was no chrome grille, alloy wheels (stamped wheels were in their place) and rear parking sensors. It was completed only with a turbodiesel engine paired with a manual gearbox, an automatic gearbox was not offered.

Stickers.

Radiator grilles.

There were 8 types, for some markets the design of the grilles was different. A pre-styled grille (first photo), restyled in 2002 (second photo), and then a restyled grille at the end of 2005 (third photo). Leiba Toyota has become more massive and larger, like the grille itself. On the restyled version of 2007, it became completely chrome (fourth photo), before that only part of the grille was covered with chrome. On simple versions G, STD, GXregardless of the restyling, the grille was black unpainted, which made it noticeably cheaper.For Middle Eastern markets and China (fifth photo) the grille style was made in the form of clubs, it could be either gold-plated or chrome-plated. Such a restyled grille appeared in 2002 and the model was completed with it until the end of production. This grille was fitted to the "Limited" versions.On regular versions, the grille was from the usual restyled model.The sixth photo shows a gilded radiator grille, equipped with it in the Middle Eastern version and the version for China. The gold-plated radiator grille, as well as the label and all possible gold-plated nameplates, indicate that this is an option. The gold-plated grill and nameplates could simply be ordered from the dealer. The seventh photo shows the grille that only the Japanese "Off Road Version" was equipped with. Chinese imitations for this grille were also produced, which are very popular with owners of Land Cruiser 100. In the eighth photo, a chrome-plated version of the pre-styling grille. Installed only on "Sporty Version" and "Field Version"

Special and limited editions.

In the period from 2002 to 2007, 4 versions were presented.

1. Kakadu Limited Edition
2. VX-Limited Premium Edition G-Selection
3. VX-Limited G-Selection Touring Edition
4. 60th Special Edition

"Kakadu Limited Edition""2004.

On October 24, 2004, Toyota introduced the new "Kakadu Limited Edition" to the Australian market. It was produced in a limited edition of 800 units. Based on base GXLbut with a more extended list options ... Was 2800 more expensive than usual GXL Australian $ ... Version"Kakadu "first presented in May is essentially a sequel to the once limited version "Blue Marlin", which in turn was released in a limited edition in 1994.The Land Cruiser 100 "Kakadu" offers a choice of two engines - a petrol Quad Cam V8 2UZ-FE, and a six-cylinder 4.2 liter turbo diesel 1HD-FTE. Both engines were electronically controlled and only offered with an automatic transmission.

The car is painted in "Gold Metallic" color.

"Kakadu" version had additional options are:

Exterior

1. 17- inch alloy wheels
2. "Kakadu" lettering on the door trunk

Interior

1. Dark or light leather interior depending on the choice body colors
2. Special carpet rugs
3. Electrically adjustable front steering wheel and mirrors (which has always been standard for trim levels with leather interior).
4. Dual climate control (Land Cruiser 100 GXL had only one zoneair conditioning )
5. Xrefrigerator.

Colored inhfour colors:Powder White, Pewter, Gold Metallic and Ebony .
Prices on Land cruiser Kakadustarted at AU 67,990$. It was recommended retail price for model with petrol engine Quad Cam V8.

VX-Limited Premium Edition G-Selection" 02.2004.

Features of the version:

1. Key and fob and Land Cruiser lettering.
2. Luminous Land Cruiser lettering on the doorsteps.
3. Rear View Camera
4. The roof rails are painted in body color.

VX-Limited G-Selection Touring Edition "2007.

The most complete and latest facelifted version of the 100 Series Land Cruiser.

Features of the version:

Exterior

1. Alloy wheels 275 / 60R18 + 18X8JJ (known from American versions)
2. Rear spoiler with brake light
3. Body-colored roof rails

Interior

1. Gray Alcantara interior paired with black trim on door handles and center console
2. Wood trim (walnut)
3. Luminous Land Cruiser lettering on the sills

It was painted in three colors: black (202), gray (1F7), and silver (1E9). It was produced both with a gasoline 4.7 liter 2UZ-FE engine (in the Wagon configuration) and with a turbodiesel 1HD-FTE (with Van).

60th Special Edition "04.2006-07.2007.

The last special edition, the so-called farewell version.

Features of the version:

Exterior

1. Alloy wheels 275 / 60R18 + 18X8JJ
2. Rear spoiler painted in body color
3. Chrome grille

Interior

1. Inside the salon from gray alcantara suede
2. Interior trim in ebony

Prices started from 5166000 yen for a turbodiesel and up to5691000 yen for the petrol version.

End of production of Land Cruiser 100.

The Land Cruiser Autana did not have fog lights, roof rails, footpegs, and alloy wheels, in fact, we can say that it looks completely in line with the Australian GXL configuration.

In October 2007, the 100th episode was officially replaced by its successor - the 200th episode. The new model has become more technological, more comfortable, more powerful; in general, the model has significantly stepped forward. The 100th series existed for 10 years, which is not a little for a car of this class.Such a long release period was due to the tremendous success in the market. It is noteworthy that the demand for the 100th model in recent years and months of its production did not even think to fall.

Land Cruiser Autana on stock wheels.

After the 100-series was discontinued in Japan in September 2007, due to stable demand it continued to be produced, but now for the local markets in Colombia (Costado), under the name Land Cruiser Autana. And also in Kenya (Mombasa), in Bangladesh (Dhaka), in Vietnam (Putang), in Malaysia (Selangor), and finally the largest production remained in China, produced at the plant together with FAW, in Tangin.The price of Chinese cars ranged from 685,000 yuan to 828,000 yuan.

It was equipped with both a 4.7 liter petrol engine and a 4.2 liter turbo diesel engine, climate control, ABS, up to 4 airbags. For some markets, optional and navigation, or a conventional radio tape recorder, also a leather interior. In 2009, the last cars of the 100th series rolled off the assembly line, from that moment the 100th series was finally taken out of production.

Possible problems.

Engine:

The nozzles require regular flushing.
Poor starting engines for Middle Eastern versions.

Failure of the fuel pump due to poor fuel.

Crankcase breakdown and deformation of protective pallets due to extreme off-roading.

After 100 - 150 thousand km of run, one or both exhaust pipes, which are made not of cast iron, but of steel, burn out at the V8 engine.

For cars before 2001, equipped with a turbodiesel, the high pressure fuel pump may fail.

On versions of the first years of production, the timing belt on a V8 gasoline engine changes after 100 thousand km, and on those cars that were produced after 1999 - after 150 thousand km. On a gasoline in-line engine, instead of a belt in the timing drive, a chain is used that can last more than 200 thousand km.

The timing belt for a turbodiesel is replaced after 150 thousand kilometers, for an atmospheric one - after 100 thousand kilometers. On both diesel engines, after 40 thousand km of run it is necessary to remove and clean the nozzles, and after 100 thousand km - to change (only the nozzles are replaced in the "aspirated").

Transmission:

Failure of the transfer case due to improper operation.

Leaking oil seals of the front gearbox (mileage 70 thousand km).

Bridges breathers need timely cleaning.

Chassis:

Rear suspension wear (over 150 thousand km).

Body:

There are no complaints about the car body, it is assembled with high quality and has high resistance to corrosion. Of the shortcomings, it can be noted that paint gets off the side moldings from the stones. The salon also raises no objections.

The presence of two cooling circuits reduces the reliability of the air conditioning system (For the Middle East and the Persian Gulf countries).

Toyota UK announced the recall of 348 Amazon Land Cruisers that were sold only in the UK between July 2002 and September 2006, as well as the Lexus LX 470. The recall was due to a malfunction in the steering bracket. For this reason, there were two accidents. All owners were informed, and the malfunction was eliminated completely free of charge at the office. dealer. In 2016

Specifications.

Engine model	Gas engine 2UZ-FE	Diesel engine turbocharged 1HD-FTE	Diesel engine 1HZ
Number of cylinders and their arrangement	8-cylinder, V-shaped	6-cylinder, in-line, direct injection and intercooler	6-cylinder, in-line
Valve mechanism	32-valve with double camshaft and belt drive	24-valve overhead camshaft and belt drive	12-valve overhead camshaft and belt drive
Block material	Cast iron	Cast iron	Cast iron
Block head material	Aluminum	Cast iron	Cast iron
Diameter and piston stroke	94 x 84 mm	94 x 100 mm	94 x 100 mm
Working volume	4664 cm 3	4164 cm 3	4164 cm 3
Compression ratio	9,6:1	18,8:1	22,4:1
Injection system type	Electronic fuel injection (EFI)	Distribution type
Ignition system	Ignition coils built into the plug caps	Compression ignition, Toyota direct ignition system
Gasoline octane number	95 or more	48 or more
Maximum power	173 kW / 4800 rpm.	150 kW / 3400 rpm.	96 kW / 3800 rpm.
Maximum torque	434 Nm / 3400 rpm.	430 Nm / 1400 - 3200 rpm.	285 Nm / 2000 rpm.

Gear ratios of the mechanical 5-speed transmission (VX)

1st gear	2nd gear	3rd gear	4th gear	5th gear	Reverse
4,081	2,294	1,490	1,000	0,881	4,313

Gear ratios of automatic 4-speed transmission

	1st gear	2nd gear	3rd gear	4th gear	Reverse
Gasoline 4.7	2,804	1,531	1,000	0,753	2,393
Diesel turbocharged	2,950	1,530	1,000	0,765	2,678

Gear ratios of an automatic 5-speed transmission

	1st gear	2nd gear	3rd broadcast	4th broadcast	5th broadcast	Reverse
Gasoline 4.7	3.520	2.042	1.400	1.000	0.716	3.224
Diesel turbocharged	3.520	2.042	1.400	1.000	0.716	3.224

Differential Ratios - Front / Rear Axle

VIN decoding of Toyota Land Cruiser cars before 2002

Filling	J	T	1	11	T	J	A0	08	123456
Position	1	2	3	4-5	6	7	8-9	10-11	12-17

What the positions represent.

1	Country of Origin	Japan
2	Manufacturer	Toyota
3	For which market	1- Europe, 2 - USA, 3, 4, 8, B, C - countries of the Persian Gulf
4-5	Vehicle type	11 - SUV
6	engine's type	T - gasoline, P, N - diesel
7	Automobile model	J - Land Cruiser
8-9	Control characters
10-11	Free symbols
12-17	Vehicle production number

VIN decoding of Toyota Land Cruiser cars from 2002 release.

Despite the popularity of downsizing, the next stricter environmental regulations and a worldwide call for limited consumption of resources, cars such as the Toyota Land Cruiser J100 will always have loyal fans who know what they are buying and use them for their intended purpose (although not always). A large Land Cruiser is a real SUV, not a luxury SUV for driving on asphalt. It was specially designed to withstand even the harshest operating conditions.

Model history

Land Cruiser J100 was introduced in 1997. The first restyling took place in 2003. It touched on the interior, and the taillights received transparent turn signal lenses. The changes also affected the radiator grill.

In 2005, another facelift was carried out. Outside, it can be recognized by the updated lighting technology. The center console has acquired a more aesthetic appearance and an additional display at the top. The standard equipment includes A-TRC stabilization and traction control systems.

All versions without fail had a permanent all-wheel drive with a gearbox, and in some instances there was also a rear axle lock.

Body and interior

Although the J100 belongs to the group of hefty Land Cruisers, it is only 8 cm longer than the popular Toyota Prado 120. But the difference in width is more noticeable - by 15 cm in favor of "weaving", which is certainly noticeable in the interior.

Probably not worth adding that the quality of the interior is uncompromisingly high. The only thing to complain about is the wiping leather on the steering wheel. Seats up to 300,000 km usually show no signs of wear.

The stock of space is abundant in any direction. The trunk has a volume of 1300 liters (up to the roof). Many of them have everything on board. However, navigation is less common - it came with a rear view camera. For an additional fee, a third row of seats of two seats was offered, which in the folded position were located along the sides of the trunk.

Engines

Gasoline:

4.5 L R6 (212 and 215 HP) - 1FZ-FE

4.7 L V8 (228 and 231 HP) - 2UZ-FE

Diesel:

4.2 L R6 (165 and 167 HP) - 1HD-T

4.2 L R6 (201 and 204, 250 HP) - 1HD-FTE

All power units of the Land Cruiser 100 have a timing belt driven by a toothed belt.

The main enemy of the 1HD turbodiesel is carbon deposits in the block head, the formation of which is facilitated by the coked EGR valve (after 300-400 thousand km). A knock or ringing will serve as a harbinger of misfortune. To avoid problems, the EGR valve must be either cleaned regularly or simply muffled. In addition, the 4.2-liter turbodiesel requires periodic valve adjustments - every 50,000 km.

Fuel injectors (from 15,000 rubles) and a turbine (from 46,000 rubles) serve 400-500 thousand km. But the high pressure fuel pump may require attention after 200,000 km. The new unit will cost 42,000 rubles. In some cases, repair is possible - 5,000 rubles for a repair kit. In addition, the SPV control solenoid (from 22,000 rubles) or the advance valve (from 10,000 rubles) may fail.

Many buyers have opted for the 4.7-liter V8 gasoline engine. It has two important features: unlimited torque at any speed and no equipment that can fail. However, all gasoline engines are very reliable. Only the ignition coils have to be changed (about 5,000 rubles apiece).

Transmission

5-speed mechanics relied only on diesel units. It is practically eternal. However, most cars are equipped with an automatic machine. Until 2003, it had four gears (A340F), and after five (with diesel engines only since 2004). Both automatic transmissions are developed by Aisin.

The 4-speed A340F is very reliable and unpretentious - it arrives for repairs after 400,000 km. Most often, the torque converter wears out, which leads to vibrations and beats, as well as wear to the pump, oil seal and bushing.

The 5-band A750F is in service earlier - after 200-250 thousand km. Solenoids, Teflon and rubber rings, paper gaskets are the first to develop their resource. With regular off-road trips, problems arise with the torque converter and hydraulic plate. Over 60,000 rubles will be needed for repairs.

Transmission

By 300-400 thousand km, when changing the driving mode, shocks or jolts occur in the transmission. This is the total backlash, which is made up of the small backlash of each transmission element. In some cases, it will take 200,000 rubles to fix the problem. However, it is often possible to get rid of the disease after eliminating the backlash in the drives and spline joints of the front axle.

Over time, locks stop turning on. The problem is the servos and wiring - they give up when exposed to water.

Ultimately, it is the turn of the front gearbox - the satellites wear out. The cost of the repair is about 20,000 rubles. The rear gearbox is much more durable. Age machines suffer from leaking axle shaft seals.

Chassis

The biggest difference between the J100 and its predecessor, the J80, is the availability of an independent 2-link torsion bar front suspension instead of a rigid axle. This decision, of course, increased the comfort of the movement, but received a lot of criticism from off-road fans. Primarily due to a decrease in the strength and resource of the structure. Silent blocks, ball joints and shock absorbers travel more than 60-100 thousand km even in severe operating conditions.

Another source of problems is the sophisticated ANS hydraulic suspension system with active height control. After a hard off-road, the backside may "settle". Sometimes it is enough to replace the level / body position sensor, but sometimes the damage is much greater. After 150-200 thousand km shock absorbers may leak (20,000 rubles per piece), which leads to more frequent operation of the "motor" and, as a result, its wear. In addition, the membrane in the accumulators breaks with age.

A radical solution is to replace the entire suspension, along with the torsion bars, with a conventional spring. The comfort from such a rework is reduced slightly.

After 200-300 thousand km, the steering rack may knock or leak. After 300-400 thousand km, you have to change the faulty power steering pump. The cost of the original is from 31,000 rubles, and the analogue is from 14,000 rubles. A repair kit for 1,000 rubles will extend the life of the pump for a short time. Sometimes you have to deal with the backlash of the steering shaft.

Not for the city

As for the braking system, its low efficiency is not at all a sign of a malfunction. This is a feature of "weaving". Nevertheless, the brakes are quite enough for safe driving on the highway and even more so off-road, but it should be admitted that the deceleration speed for urban conditions is not sufficient. The large mass required the installation of four-piston brake calipers on the front wheels. They are not very durable, but they can be repaired. Since 2004, all J100s have been fitted with rear disc brakes.

With high mileage, the brake master cylinder surrenders - the brake pedal begins to fail. The cost of the new GTZ is 100,000 rubles, and the "beu" is 20-70 thousand rubles. It is better to replace the node, since it runs very little after repair.

Reliability

Many examples have already crossed the line of 500,000 km, which, of course, affects the technical condition. The most vulnerable spots of the Toyota Land Cruiser 100 are the suspension and transmission, which require large investments to restore. Therefore, offers with a tempting low price and signs of malfunction should be avoided.

Unfortunately, age takes its toll, and corrosion actively attacks the body iron. At risk are wheel arches, side skirts, tailgate, rear bumper reinforcement, front wing shelf, windshield frame and fenders. Rust settles on the frame. Regular anti-corrosion treatment is a must. In addition, the brown plague also ends the pipes of the second circuit of the air conditioner.

After 250-300 thousand km, the electric drive of door locks and glass often fails. What pleases me is the absence of any systematic problems with the electrics.

Land Cruiser 105

TLC 105, despite the fact that it is very similar to the "weaving", has significant differences. It is based on the TLC 80 and was equipped with a dependent front suspension with a continuous axle spring. Instead of a steering rack, a gearbox was used. There are only two engines: an atmospheric 4.2-liter 1HZ diesel engine (R6 / 129 and 131 hp) and a 4.5-liter 1FZ-FE gasoline engine (R6 / 212 and 215 hp). The model was primarily intended for the markets of Africa, Australia, Russia and South America.

Conclusion

Driving a Toyota Land Cruiser 100 can be an ordeal for your wallet. However, it is difficult to find a more versatile and durable SUV for all occasions in life. And if something breaks or wears out excessively quickly, then, as a rule, due to frequent off-road trips.

Specifications Toyota Land Cruiser J100 (1998-2007)

Version			4.2 BITD
Engine		turbodiesel	turbodiesel
Working volume
Cylinders / valves
Maximum power
Torque
Dynamics
Maximum speed
Acceleration 0-100 km / h
Average fuel consumption, l / 100 km

Part two.

Complete set.

The same 100 series body can hide three different vehicles. Simple and utilitarian pavement Land Cruiser 105. 105 series were produced as well as 100 series until the end of 2007. The main difference from the 100 was that the 105 series had a split front bridge. In fact, the entire structure and units were transferred from the 80th series, and these are axles, engine and frame. The rear doors were mostly hinged, hinged doors were less common.The 100 series was considered a step above 105 in terms of equipment, and therefore it was considered a more luxurious version. The top-end configuration included leather upholstery, wood trim and hydro-suspension. It was equipped with a powerful 4.7 liter gasoline engine or a 4.2 liter turbodiesel engine or a 4.5 liter 1FZ-FE gasoline engine borrowed from the 80th series. And the third car is the more luxurious brother of the 100 series Lexus LX 470 / Land Cruiser Cygnus. It was equipped only with a powerful 4.7 liter petrol engine, leather interior, natural wood trim, hydro-suspension and many other options. Outside, it differed from the Land Cruiser 100 in a slightly different design of the front end in the form of four-lens optics and another more refined radiator grille.

In total, there are 14 complete sets, not counting the limited and special versions.

1. STD / Standart (complete set for foreign markets, excluding North America, Europe and Japan)
2. GX (R1, R2) (overseas market equipment, excluding North America, Europe and Japan)
3. VX (foreign market equipment except North America)
4. VX-E (European version)
5. RV (Australia grade (up to 2002))
6. G (equipment for Middle East markets)
7. GX-R (K1, K2) (equipment for the Middle East and Asian markets)
8. VX-R (equipment for the Middle East and Asian markets)
9. GXV (Australia grade (up to 2002))
10. GXL (Australia grade)
11. Sahara (Australia grade (since 2002))
12. VX-Limited (Japan equipment)
13. VX-Limited G-Selection (Japan equipment since 2005)
14. VX-Limited Active Vacation (Japan Package)

As well as the 80th series, formally all configurations can be divided into three versions.

On the picture russian version of STD. Essentially indistinguishable from the UN or the Arab version.

Toyota Land Cruiser 105 (STD, G and GX) has been selected by the UN. They are used to this day, for rescue operations, patrol services, as well as for the transportation of repeater equipment and satellite communication systems.

Vehicle for transporting repeater equipment and satellite communication systems.

The STD version did not have power accessories, ABS, and airbags and climate control, for its place there was an air conditioner. The interior has been trimmed with vinyl. The floor was also finished with vinyl (for Russian versions and versions for the UN), which was not afraid of water and dirt, which later was easy enough to clean. The STD trim consisted of a four-spoke steering wheel (with an airbag), a three-spoke urethane steering wheel (without an airbag). It did not have an additional heater of increased efficiency for the front and rear of the cabin, it also did not have a leather trim for the gearbox handle, only top versions were trimmed with leather. There were no fog lights, cruise control, and the dashboard was the same on the pre-styling versions as the VX, STD and GX. After the restyling, the "Optitron" dashboard appeared on the VX, and the usual instrument lighting was used on the STD and GX. The windshield was without darkening at the top, there was no green tint, a sunroof, roof rails, side moldings, and heated mirrors. The side mirrors and bumpers were not painted in body color. All STD versions, regardless of market, had chrome door handles. On the STD and GX versions, the lower part of the torpedo did not have a plastic console like the VX. The STD did not have an anti-theft system, immobilizer, and remote control central locking.

All STDs had rear doors only with swing doors, some versions did not have rear foglights.

There were aluminum footboards. Cassette radio only with tuner, 2 dinovy. There were 10 seats in the cabin, on the first row for one passenger seat there was a one and a half bench, and the sofa of the second row was solid, in the luggage compartment there were two more benches that stood along the sides, 4 people could be accommodated there with less comfort. The engine was installed only with 1HZ atmospheric diesel. The rear brakes were drum. The steering was a screw-nut drive. Was shod in narrow tires with steel rims 235/85 R16.

The STD trim featured a three-spoke urethane steering wheel without an airbag. The rear benches folded when they were not needed.

Arabic version G.

Essentially the same STD difference is in the little things.

Arabic G was almost identical to STD, the difference was only in the little things. For example, the interior was fabric and not vinyl as on STD. There was also a narrow toothy off-road rubber on steel rims. On the Russian versions, the tires were road tires, and the rims were offset.

Arab Gs, as well as Russian STDs and GXs, were without airbags.

Australia .

Australian version of Standart.

Standart. The photo shows a restyled model of 2002-2005.

In fact, it was no different from the previous two, except for the location of the steering wheel and a 5-seater saloon. There was no double seat in front, and there were no benches in the trunk for 4 people. In addition, it had no footrests. There were slightly different rims, and the transmission was of the Part-Time type, that is, the front axle was plug-in.

The GX package was divided into two sub-configurations for Russia and for the Arab markets, for example, for Russia there were R1 and R2. R2 was the richest package. On the R1 there was no front differential lock, ABS and rear brakes were drum. The R2 already had disc brakes. R2, in addition to locking the rear and center differential, also had a front differential lock. She also had chrome trim on the bottom edge of the doors and glass. The engines were only less powerful, this is an atmospheric diesel 1HZ, for the Arab and other markets also 1FZ-FE. All GX for Russian versions had rims in size 275/85 R16. The steering was a screw-nut drive. The package included the R1.

1. Air conditioning
2. Headlight washers
3. Halogen headlights
4. Roof rails
5. Power steering
6. Electrically driven glass
7. Antenna with electric drive
8. Steering wheel tilt adjustment
9. Seats with fabric trim
10. Green stripe on the windshield
11. Side protection moldings (narrow)
12. 4-din cassette recorder with tuner
13. Additional stop light (it was not on STD)
14. Three-spoke urethane steering wheel, no airbag
15. Optional rear fog light (not on STD)

You can add to R2:

1. 4 din stereo system
2. Front differential lock
3. Rear ventilated disc brakes
4. Electric winch on front bumper with cover
5. Luke (after 2005 R2 for the Russian and CIS market went without a hatch)

All GX models for the Russian market were equipped with an anti-theft system and an immobilizer. There was a central locking with remote control.

Salon of the pre-styling version of the GX (1998-2002).

GX version for Middle East and Asian markets.

The Arabic versions of the GX were much richer than the Russian ones. They had 2 fuel tanks with a total volume of 141 liters. Two air conditioners. Airbags, alloy wheels. The side stickers were 4500, which meant it was a petrol version. It was possible to order an additional spare wheel on the door + and a spare tire cover. The engines were petrol 1FZ-FE 4.5 liters, and the atmospheric diesel 1HZ was rarely encountered. Had 7 seats. The transmissions were both modernized mechanical 5-speed and automatic 4-speed. The interior color was both gray and light.

Version without a second spare wheel, on standard narrow tires.

There were also Kazakh versions, just like the Arab ones, they were divided into two configurations K1 and K2.

The photo shows two complete sets of GX and GX-R for the Arab market.

In addition, it had a 4-speed automatic transmission, or an upgraded manual gearbox. body-colored mirrors and door handles. Airbags, and narrow protective molding on the sides.

Version without a second spare wheel, on standard wide tires.

Australia.

GX (up to 2002 RV)

GX grade, with hinged rear doors.Pictured is the Australian version.For Russia there was exactly the same equipment but it was calledVX up to 2002 and VX-Comfort for 2007. The only difference is that VX and VX-Comfort bumpers were painted in body color, there was only a manual gearbox and there were 10 seats.The GX trim level (with swing doors) was discontinued at the beginning of 2007.GX grade (as pictured) andVX-Comfort sold only in 2007.

4500 GXL has ABS, front airbags SRS , Only a 4.5 petrol engine was installedliter 1FZ-FE.

The gasoline version of the GXL was distinguished by other stamped rims.

GXL Turbodiesel.

All GXLs were richer than GX. The salon of the GXL is the same as that of the Japanese VX.

Restyled version of 2006.

Pre-styled African version of the GX (1998-2002).

Bundling code	STD, GX, GXL
Body type	5 - door station wagon, 5-10 seats
engine's type	1HZ, diesel, 6-cylinder, 12-valve
Working volume, cubic meters cm	4164
Max. power, hp / kW / rpm	128/96/3800
Max. torque, Nm / rpm	285/2000
Transmission	5-st. mechanical, 4-st. automatic
Maximum speed, km / h	165
Acceleration 0-100 km / h, s	16.9
Fuel consumption, l / 100km (combined cycle)	10.9
Curb weight, kg	2570
Gross vehicle weight, kg	3260
Length mm	4890 (4940 - GX (R2))
Width, mm	1940
Height, mm	1925
Wheel base, mm	2850
Ground clearance, mm	230
Fuel tank capacity, l	95
Tire size	235 / 85R16 - for STD / 275/70 / R16 - for GX

Europe and Russia.

It is considered the richest complete set in some markets. Has a full power accessories for glasses, mirrors, etc. It was equipped with a leather interior, and until 2002 on turbodiesel versions it was offered with a velor interior, or with a velor interior from the 105th version, paired only with a manual gearbox. In the markets of Japan and other countries, it is also offered with a velor interior. Leather and velor were of two kinds, gray and light. The VX only had hinged rear doors. The engines were only the most powerful, a 4.7 liter 2UZ-FE gasoline engine, and a 4.2 liter 1HD-FTE turbodiesel. For Europe, it was completed with standard stamped wheels (if desired, it was possible to install alloy wheels). Heated front seats and leather-trimmed steering wheel and gearbox handles and hand-outs. The gasoline versions had a refrigerator. For turbodiesels, a refrigerator was not provided, in its place there was a box for small things, as an option, a CD changer for 6 discs was offered in this box. For Europe, the 100 series was in a 5-seat version. A third row of seats was offered as an option. The blocking was for the petrol version only of the center differential, and for the turbo diesel version there was also a rear differential. For the Russian versions, it was offered with alloy wheels, 275/65 R17.

The package included for Russian and European versions

1. headlight washer
2. Cruise control
3. Climate control
4. Roof rails
5. Body-colored mirrors
6. Heated front seats
7. Antenna with electric drive
8. Body-colored door handles
9. Electric front seats
10. Front fog lights
11. CD stereo system with 7 speakers
12. Green tinted side windows
13. Side protection moldings (wide)
14. Luke (some versions didn't have it)
15. Power steering for tilt and reach
16. Wood-like interior trim (since 2002)
17. Illumination of devices "Optitron" (since 2002)
18. 2 airbags (from 2002 to 4)
19. Dimmable windscreen at the top
20. 4-spoke leather steering wheel
21. Leather interior (up to 2002 and with fabric trim)
22. Black side steps (Russia only)
23. Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) (only for 2UZ-FE petrol engine)

Australia.

The Australian VX lacked fog lights and roof rails. But the database already had a chrome package.

Intermediate equipment between GXL and Sahara. Unlike the GXL, it included all kinds of security systems Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and (TRC) ... Also had a leather interior, sunroof, side moldings. It had two fuel tanks, 141-liter (96-liter main, and 45-liter spare tank), this is very important in the African deserts, where there are no gas stations for hundreds of kilometers.

Prices started at 4.7-liter gasoline car 68000australian $ , and the price for a 4.2-liter turbo diesel my car wasAU $ 81,000.

The cabin had wood trim, climate control, a stereo system with a display, but there was no multifunction steering wheel, a multifunction steering wheel, there was only a top-end stereo system. The dashboard was ordinary, not Optitron. There was no heated front seats.

Configurations for the Gulf countries and China.

VX-R for Arab countries and China, the main difference is that on the Arab and Chinese versions there were stickers on the sides, there were 2 standard air conditioners in the front and rear of the cabin, and two regular fuel tanks with a total of 150 liters. They also had another starter (starter power was 1.4 kW instead of European 2 kW.), A radiator, an electronic injection control unit, water pump, etc.

Middle Eastern versions are not very suitable for use in winter conditions. Since their injection system simply does not support a cold start, and the tropical radiator does not allow the engine to warm up normally, which leads to jerking when driving with an unheated engine. For example, the second circuit of the air conditioner for the rear of the cabin (its duralumin pipes rot under the body after a few winters). The Arabs have a rather weak paintwork and no anti-corrosion protection, oil seals are not designed for cold weather, the starter and battery are weaker, and many engine parts and cooling systems differ from European ones. Just like n the numbers of many parts of the Middle East Specification did not coincide with the indices of similar parts fori have European versions.

Restyled version for China with a standard winch.

GXV.

The equipment was only until 2002, until 2000 it was offered only with a gasoline engine, after that with a turbodiesel engine, paired with these engines there was a 4-speed automatic transmission, there were no versions with mechanics. It was the most complete package for the Australian Land Cruiser 100. After 2002, the GXV package was replaced by the VX. It was7-seater version. The package included an audio system with 6-CD, refrigerator, sunroof, blocking the central and rear differential, ABS, climate control, power accessories (seats, mirrors, etc.), two airbags,16 '' alloy wheels, front fog lights.The fuel tank was on141 liter (96 liter main tank and 45 liter spare tank). The interior was made of fabric, no leather, only leather gear knob and steering wheel. Prices started at AU $ 47,460 for the petrol version, and $ 49,690 for the turbodiesel version.

Top Australian version version. In fact, it is comparable to the VX trim level, it has the same options, the only exceptions are trifles, such as the absence of a multi-steering wheel.The price wasAU $ 112,015.

In Australia, for the first two years, the 100 series was offered only with a V8 engine, only for GXV trim levels, and for the 105 model, a less powerful 1FZ-FE gasoline was installed.The new 1HD-FTE turbodiesel was introduced to the Australian market in October 2000, after being available in Europe and the UK since its launch in 1998.Automotive edition"4WDMonthly magazine " in Australia criticized Toyota's decision to offer the 1HD-FTE diesel engine only in conjunction with the IFS.Australian monthly magazine"4WDMonthly magazine " said, "We will never forgive Toyote for going to sell a 4.2 liter turbodiesel with us."

The Japanese petrol version of the VX can be identified by narrow moldings and stamped rims, as well as the absence of a spare wheel on the trunk, it was located under the bottom. It is comparable to the GXL, GX, and VX-comfort trim levels for Russia in 2007.

Had only a fabric interior, without power adjustment of the front seats. The petrol versions did not have a spare wheel on the tailgate. There were stamped discs, narrow moldings, there were no roof rails, a sunroof, there was an ordinary dashboard without "Optitron" illumination, a simple radio tape recorder, steering wheel and gearbox knob and handouts did not get off with leather, the interior did not get off with wood.

Turbo diesel version "Van VX" spare wheel with lock, located on the tailgate.

It was a little richer, had a leather-trimmed steering wheel, gear knobs and hand-outs, wood-like interior trim, and an "Optitron" illuminated dashboard. Outside, it already had wide moldings, alloy wheels, roof rails.

VX-Limited G-Selection.

Richest version , had TV, "TOUH SCREEN" monitor, leather interior, dashboard "Optitron" after 2001, the interior was trimmed with wood (walnut root).

The salon got off only with leather, after 2001 also with wood.

In the photo there is a restyled version of the salon.

US and Canadian versions.

The photo shows a pre-styling version for the USA.

North American versions were sold only as the Land Cruiser 100 in one single top-end configuration and were equipped with only the most powerful 4.7 liter gasoline engine. There were no turn signals on the fenders, they were integrated into the headlights. All kinds of deflectors, sunroof, windows, tailgate were offered as an option. The interior was offered only in leather, ivory or gray leather.

Interior of the North American version for the USA. Speedometer digitized in miles.

Special and limited editions.

Until 2002, there were 8 versions.

1. Snowy Limited Edition
2. 50th Anniversary / Limited Edition 50th Anniversary
3. Advantage Limited Edition
4. Millennium Limited 2000
5. Active Vacation
6. Field Version
7. Off Road Version
8. Sporty Version

"Snowy Limited Edition" " 06.1999

Australian version. Released June 1999 limited edition. How many units were produced is unknown.Based on the GXL configuration. "Snowy"in translation means "Snowy". The release of the "Snow" Land Cruiser 100 was dedicated to 50 years of Land Cruiser presence in the Australian market.It all started with Australia's need for reliable SUVs in the construction of the largest engineering project of the time.Hydro-Electric Scheme. When Australian industrialist Leslie Thiess saw how Toyota SUVs work in 1959 (who was greatly impressed by what he saw), he agreed to supply 13 Land Cruisers, which were later handed over to work on the construction site. From that moment on, the Land Cruiser is officially sold in the Australian market. It was offered with both a 4.5 liter 1FZ-FE petrol engine and a 4.2 liter 1HD-FTE turbo diesel engine.

Features of the version:

Exterior:

• Sticker "Snowy" on the tailgate
• Concave 16 '' alloy wheels
• Chrome package (radiator grill, door handles and mirrors)
• Painted in two body colors: Blue Marlin (mica) and Natural White (056)

Interior:

• Velor interior
• CD changer for 6 discs

"50th Anniversary" / "VX-Limited G-Selection 50th Anniversary" "2001

"Advantage Limited Edition" "2002

Australian version. B was released in a limited edition... How many units were produced is unknown. Based on the GXL configuration. Was a continuation of the first version "Advantage"which was first released in 1995 on the 80 series. It was offered with either a 4.7 liter petrol engine, a 4.2 liter diesel or 4.2 liter turbo diesel engine.

Features of the version:

Exterior

• Concave 16 '' alloy wheels
• The limited edition had a characteristic body color - Blue Marlin (mica), the bumpers were also painted in the body color

Interior

• Cruise control
• Power front seats
• Electric mirrors and power windows

Prices started at $ 60,650 with a manual transmission diesel engine and up to $ 74,260 with a turbo diesel engine.

"Millennium Limited"" 2000

"Active Vacation""05.2000-07.2002

"Field Version""1998-2002

The version for active recreation, was only 5-seater, built on the basis of "VX-Limited". Comparable to "Active Vacation", but the difference is palpable. "Active Vacation" is basically a motor home with a gas burner, washbasin and a bedroom, while "Field Version" is more of a cargo one, for example, it was very convenient for fishing or hunting trips.

Features of the version:

Exterior

• Tailgate spoiler
• Branded side stickers
• Decorative plastic arch
• Chrome grille
• Land Cruiser sticker on the tailgate
• Plastic spare wheel cover with Land Cruiser lettering

Interior

• Interior wood grain
• Covers made of easy-to-clean leatherette
• The trunk could be divided into sections, for the convenience of luggage
• The salon was offered in two colors, gray or beige leather-deputy.

You can see all other more detailed differences in the photo.

"Off Road Version""1998-2002

An off-road modification based on the conventional VX.

Features of the version:

• Roof rack
• There were Land Cruiser stickers on the sides
• Decorative plastic arch on the bumper
• Chrome decorative front bumper protection
• Small chrome metal radiator grille with Land Cruiser wordmark
• Chrome package (mirrors, exhaust tip, radiator grille, rear bumper trim with Land Cruiser lettering), trim for taillights, tailgate handle with Land Cruiser lettering was also chrome plated)
• Ladder to the trunk door (for convenience, luggage things in the roof rack)

"Sporty Version""1998-2002

This is a sports version, designed for those who do not drive off the pavement or rarely drive off. Painted only in the color of the snow queen.

Features of the version:

• Rear spoiler
• Deflector hood and sunroof
• Front plastic lip
• Chrome grille
• Side stickers with Land Cruiser lettering
• Additional rear footrest (for easy entry into the trunk)
• Plastic hood with Land Cruiser lettering and painted in body color
• The footpegs were painted in body color (they were more massive, made to match the body)

Modifications and options.

Land Cruiser 500.

Almost all Land Cruiser 500s had a 500 nameplate on the tailgate (photo above), but some versions did not have it (photo below). The TDI or V8 nameplate means that it is turbo diesel or gasoline, respectively.

Land Cruiser Amazon.

For England and Ireland, the 100th series was sold until 2007 under the name Land Cruiser Amazon.

Until 2001, Amazon had a VX / GX nameplate on the front doors, after restyling it disappeared (top right photo). In the cabinthe differences were only in the digitization of the speedometer in miles.The pre-styled models, like all European versions, were equipped with a simple radio tape recorder, and the restyled ones were already with navigation (bottom photos). Pay attention to the lower left photo, the 4-speed gearbox indicates that in the photo there is a turbodiesel car of 2002-2003.

Until 2002, there was an Amazon nameplate on the tailgate (or rather the left photo). After 2001, made one plastic strip with the inscription Land Cruiser Amazon(or rather the right photo)... On some machines, for some reason, it was not at all. After restyling in 2002, the Amazon nameplate moved to the bottom of the fifth door (bottom right photo).

Designation	Engine	Power	Torque	Markets
HZJ105	1HZ 4.2 L diesel I6	96 kW (131 PS; 129 hp) at 3,800 rpm	271 N m (200 lb ft) at 2,200 rpm	Africa, Asia, Australia,Near East and gulf countries, Russia, South America
FZJ105	1FZ-FE 4.5 L petrol I6			Africa, Asia, Australia, Middle Eastand gulf countries, South America
FZJ100	1FZ-FE 4.5 L petrol I6	158 kW (215 PS; 212 hp) at 4,600 rpm	373 N m (275 lb ft) at 3,200 rpm	Asia, Middle East and Gulf Countries
UZJ100	2UZ-FE 4.7 L petrol V8	170 kW (231 PS; 228 hp) at 4,800 rpm	410 N m (302 lb ft) at 3,400 rpm	Africa, Asia, Middle Eastand gulf countries, Australia, UK, Europe and Russia, North America
HDJ100 1	1HD-FT 4.2 L turbodiesel I6	123 kW (167 PS; 165 hp) at 3,600 rpm	352 N m (260 lb ft) at 2,000 rpm	Africa, South America
HDJ100 2	1HD-FTE 4.2 L turbodiesel I6	150 kW (204 PS; 201 hp) at 3,400 rpm	430 N m (317 lb ft) at 1,400 rpm	Australia *, Japan, UK, Europe, Russia and CIS countries

* This engine appeared in Australia in 2000.

Do you have Japanese or Chinese?

Body indices.

4.2 diesel, automatic transmission, manual transmission.

• KG-HDJ101K 01.1998 - 07.2002, 1HD-FTE
• KR-HDJ101K 07.2002 - 2009, 1HD-FTE

4.7 petrol, automatic transmission

• GF-UZJ100W 01.1998 - 07.2002, 2UZ-FE
• GH-UZJ100W 08.2002 - 2009, 2UZ-FE

Engine table for Toyota Land Cruiser 100.

Gasoline engines.

Model	Working volume, cm3	Power, hp / kW / rpm	Injection type	D odes of release	Features:
1FZ-FE	4477	211/155/4600	MPI	1998-2005	R6, DOHC, 24 valves
1FZ-FE	4477	224/165/4600	MPI	1998-2006	R6, DOHC, 24 valves
2UZ-FE	4664	205/152/4800	MPI	1998—2002	V8, DDOHC, 32 valves
2UZ-FE	4664	235/173/4800	MPI	1998-2002 (1998-2002*)	V8, DDOHC, 32 valves
2UZ-FE	4664	238/175/4800	MPI	2002-2007	V8, DDOHC, 32 valves
2UZ-FE	4664	275/202/4800	MPI	2005-2007	V8, DDOHC, 32 valves

Diesel engines.

Model	Working volume, cm3	Power, hp / kW / rpm	Injection type	Years of release	Features:
1HZ	4164	131/96/3600	D	1998-2006	R6, OHC, 12 valves
1HD-FT	4164	167/122/3600	DI	1998-2002
1HD-FTE *	4164	196/144/3200	DI	2002-2006	R6, OHC, 24 valves, turbo, intercooler
1HD-FTE	4164	204/150/3800	DI	1998-2007	R6, OHC, 24 valves, turbo, intercooler
1HD-FTE	4164	250/184/3800	DI	1998—2002	R6, OHC, 24 valves, twin turbo, intercooler

MPI - distributed
D - split combustion chamber
DI - direct fuel injection
R6 - in-line six-cylinder engine
V8 - V-shaped eight-cylinder engine
DOHC - two camshafts in the cylinder head
DDOHC - two camshafts in each cylinder head
OHC - one camshaft in the cylinder head
* For Japan market

End of the second part.

Any car traveler will tell you that for off-road expeditions, the Toyota Land Cruiser is just the thing. And among all the variety of "cruisers" the model 105, which has long been discontinued, is especially popular. So Evgeny Smirnov, known in the off-road environment under the nickname Kimych, was also looking closely at the "stack" at first.

But I quickly realized that it is very difficult to find a car in good condition, and at an adequate price it is completely impossible. In addition, he was embarrassed by the atmospheric diesel engine, weak and not at all dynamic. In the end, Kimych abandoned the idea of \u200b\u200bbuying the "stack" in favor of the hundredth series. These cars are largely identical, the differences are in the front torsion bar suspension, turbine and automatic transmission. For total off-road, the one hundred and fifth series is certainly preferable, but for mixed operation and thousand-kilometer marches on highways, the "weaving" is much better adapted, and there is an order of magnitude more comfort in it: both soft leather seats with electrically adjustable and a folding tailgate - the car is sharpened for the convenience of the driver and passengers.

Diver. The retracted air intake allows you to storm
deep fords without the risk of water hammer

Zhenya did not particularly fantasize about preparation, because everything has long been invented by thousands of TLC off-road tuning fans around the world. Therefore, ready-made solutions were chosen, designed for specific tasks.

We bought two sets of tires for the car: Mickey Thompson MTZ for summer and Yokohama Geolandar g072 for winter. Both are 35 × 12.5 inches. Tires of increased dimension required significant modifications, more than in such cases are made on the pavement "stack". The maximum possible lift of the suspension without changing the operating modes of the CV joints was 2 inches, the car body was raised to the same height above the frame, and the front arches and the bumper had to be slightly trimmed so that the wheels did not cling to them when the steering wheel was turned. The front suspension received reinforced OME torsion bars, and the stock shocks were replaced with longer and stiffer Tough Dogs.

Since weight is one of the main criteria for an SUV, Kimych decided not to get involved in weighing the car with iron. He limited himself to the installation of power thresholds necessary to protect the sides from logs and to facilitate lifting the machine with a rack jack. In the standard bumpers, platforms were mounted on which electric winches were installed: with a traction force of 12,500 lb (5670 kg) in the front and 9500 lb (4309 kg) in the rear. They can be controlled both from the salon and from the radio remote control. At the same time, the front platform came close to the bumper, and eye bolts were screwed in from the outside, which function as towing eyes, since the standard eyes bolted to the frame tend to come off with a strong jerk with a cable. Also, the car has acquired a derived air intake.

In place of the spare wheel, located at the rear of the frame under the luggage compartment, an additional 200 l tank was installed, while using the factory supply headset, since for cars of this series an option was once offered - the installation of an additional tank, but a much more modest displacement. Both tanks received heating of the fuel intakes, which is necessary at extremely low temperatures. The spare wheel was moved to the roof, where an aluminum platform was installed. In addition to the wheel, an additional light, an equipment box, a rack jack and sand trucks were placed on it.

On the roof. The trunk is made of an aluminum panel,
off-road equipment and additional light installed

In touch. The car is equipped with two radio stations,
operating in the CB and VHF bands.
At the same time, the body of the radio stations are hidden in the depths of the torpedo

The standard optics of the car left much to be desired, so lensed modules equipped with xenon lamps were integrated into the headlights.

The sleeping module, installed in the cabin, divided the cargo compartment into four sections with two drawers. With the rear seat backs folded down, it converts into a comfortable double bed.

Transformation. Collapsible storage module
equipment, in the parking lot converts into a double bed

The front of the cabin also received a large number of additional equipment. A radar detector and a parktronic display were installed on the panel, two radio stations were placed inside it, the CB communication was hidden entirely, only a push-to-talk was left outside, on which all control of the radio was concentrated. The VHF station, or rather, its control panel, is located on the ceiling in a folding eyeglass pocket. A number of overhead light control buttons and an Eberspacher autonomous heater control panel were brought up to the top.

Under the hood are the heater itself, a powerful contactor that supplies power to the winches, bandage heating of the fuel filter, as well as two Berkut R20 air compressors assembled into a single pneumatic system with a small five-liter receiver fitted into the interior of the right front fender of the car.

Instead of "spare wheel".
An additional tank took the standard spare wheel place

Thus, the completely standard Toyota Land Cruiser 100 has become an excellent SUV for long-distance travel. During the year of his new life, he managed to visit the Kola Peninsula, Karelia, take part in the difficult Vepsian Forest race and several long-distance off-road trips, and literally two weeks ago he returned from an expedition to Western Siberia. To date, the preparation of the car is over, the owner is quite pleased with the result, but this does not mean that after some time new improvements will not appear in the car. For in off-road tuning, as in any other creative hobby, there is no limit to perfection.

And the Land Cruiser midge on the Russian market is not an accident, but the result of painstaking work. Dreadnoughts of the 60th series are practically unknown to us, but they are cramped and a little awkward, but already by the standards of the class, luxurious and comfortable 80s in Russia were appreciated. The 100th series, which appeared in 1998, is a consolidation of success.

With excellent driving comfort, high quality interior, elegant appearance - this is also one of the most reliable cars not only in this segment, but also among the modelsToyota ... And the permeability did not disappoint! True, there is one caveat: the usual "weaving" off-road is good, but for serious off-road "feats" is intendedTLC series 105. What's the difference?

Difference betweenTLC 100 andTLC 105

First about indices. The "regular", more expensive and "urban" variant of the Land Cruiser is designated by the index 100 and the letters VX. Cheaper and "hardcore", "rural" - in numbers 105, as well as letters STD or GX.

Now about the differences. Outwardly, their minimum: at first glance, only the rear doors differ: in the 105th it is a vertical swing pair, and in the 100th it is a horizontal folding one. But if you look closely, you can see other bumpers, different disc offset, the presence of hubs in the hubs and a lower landing of the 100th.

The design in both cases is frame, but the frames are different and the bodies are also not interchangeable. The rear suspension will always be with a continuous axle, and in the front there are options: the 100 has an independent double wishbone, and the 105 has another continuous axle.

Photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 (HZJ105) "2002–05

In the transmission, everything is again without tricks: either a permanent all-wheel drive with a center differential lock and the possibility of ordering a rear cross-axle, or a rigidly connected front axle on the 105 series machines.

Most of the cars are equipped with one of two gasoline engines: inline six 4.5 of the 1FZ series or V 8 4.7 2UZ. As a rule, they are injector, but sometimes carburetor ones from the Emirates come across. Diesels - only inline sixes 4.2: naturally aspirated 1HZ and turbocharged 1HD. Moreover, the gasoline V 8 is relied on only for the VX / 100 versions, and the atmospheric diesel is strictly STD / GX / 105.

The difference in interior trim is no less than in the technical part. The STD version "flaunts" cheap vinyl panels and seats made of unpretentious leatherette with manual windows a little better than in the "classic Zhiguli". The GX trim level is only slightly richer: there are already electric drives and normal fabric upholstery.

Front panel Toyota Land Cruiser 100 GX "2005–07

The only truly luxury car is the TLC 100 VX series. Here, the salon is already made of completely different materials and even the basic equipment looks frankly Sybaritic. In addition to a powerful engine and a chic interior, the cars in the VX package were offered both the TEMS electrically adjustable suspension and the AHC body level control system. The TLC 105 has nothing of the kind in its arsenal and cannot be.

Well, the differences are understandable. The 105 series machines are most often bought as an extreme "rogue" with a very sturdy design, with an emphasis on quality and durability. And their brothers TLC 100 series are already cars for those who need dynamics on the asphalt and versatility, strength, and at the same time excellent equipment. Such cars have found their way into the garages of many organizations, such as traveling cars for oil workers and builders, security and escort vehicles, individual cars for "big people" for the winter period, and outings.

For those who lacked the luxury of VX, they came up with the Lexus LX 470 with the same V8 engine. Everything is expectedly richer in terms of interior trim, an even stronger limited-slip rear differential, a slightly different study of exterior details, a high-class Mark Levinson audio system and a cardinal system. protection against theft - special non-removable VIN stickers on all parts of the car. Yes, yes, they hijacked TLC and Lexus not only from us, but also in the USA.

About theftsTLC

Prestige, extremely high price and fantastically long waiting times for new cars (up to two years) have generated huge demand for this SUV on the black market. The car still occupies a leading position in the list of the most stolen.

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX "1998-2002

Front wing cost

price for original:

29,177 rubles

By the way, the manufacturer is to blame for this. Toyota basically equipped the TLC with a VIN number plate on rivets, and only on late cars since 2005, a sticker in the doorway also appeared. But, “with the modern development of printing in the West,” all this helped little. In fact, the only "iron-on" number on the car is on the frame. That leaves a lot of freedom for those who need a "donor", and also just have a legal frame number or the frame itself.

The standard anti-theft of the Land Cruiser 100 is also worthless: there is an easily accessible engine control unit and the absence of any protection in the automatic transmission. In general, the cars left quickly and on their own, unlike the "Europeans" who sometimes went to the other extreme - if the system failed, even the owner could not start the car, and the services took a lot of time to restore the immobilizer and ECU.

Toyota Land Cruiser from the United Arab Emirates - to take or not?

Despite the excellent rich configuration of most cars, it is not recommended to take the Middle Eastern variants (from the UAE and neighboring countries), since their design has been significantly changed in comparison with the "normal" ones. First, there is often no heater or a minimalist radiator. Two high-capacity air conditioners are not particularly needed in our climate, and besides, the wiring to the rear air conditioner (as well as to the rear heater) usually quickly decays, leading to a leakage of the circuit.

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX "1998-2002

Hood cost

price for original:

55 860 rubles

But this is half the trouble. The main drama is that such cars have practically no anti-corrosion coating for the body and exhaust system, and technical fluids and rubber products are designed to operate only in hot climates. Even at temperatures near zero, the car literally begins to crumble, and moisture quickly renders the body unusable.

Especially not recommended are Iranian 105 series cars with factory gas equipment and 1FZ-F carburetor inline six. In addition to all the other "Asian" problems, a long-worn out power system will also be added, which is unlikely to be properly configured without serious alterations.

About liquidity

With this, TLC is in complete order. Used 100s and 105s cost absolutely fantastic money for older cars: the price of more than a million for a ten-year-old copy is not something outstanding, and armored versions go for three to five. Unlike Audi and BMW, no less prestigious at the time, Toyota loses surprisingly little. But is there any point in buying a TLC 100 at an age, especially for a considerable price, think for yourself. I will try to tell as much as possible about the nuances of design and operation.

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX "1998-2002

Frame

Here it is of a completely traditional design, from a closed profile, and the main units are attached to it - the body is almost completely unloaded and bolted with 12 bolts. For series 100 and 105, as I said, the frame is different, but the essence of what is happening with it is about the same: it corny rusts along the welded seams.

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX "1998-2002

The reasons are the same as for other frame machines, like. The frame is not airtight, dirt gets into the profile and ... remains there. To preserve the frame, you need to constantly clean it, or better, fill it with anticorrosive or just grease.

It would seem that the frame should be the most reliable part of the car, but in fact it is one of the most vulnerable components. Cars from Moscow often required serious frame repair by the age of ten, but this problem hardly concerns Siberian users or connoisseurs of cars from the Caucasus - in a warm climate, even without protection, the metal copes.

Many legends and even one "layout" are associated with the frame number. Many people believe that the VIN number is stamped “in a frame”, although in reality there are no frames, there is a clear trace of the work of a powerful number press, and small tides along the edges of the number indicate this. But FRAME on cars for the Japanese market really has a visible embossed frame of a completely different shape, which is not found on cars with a VIN number. Below the number is one of the standard seams of the frame, and when checking in the field, traffic police officers often try to pass it off as traces of welding, demanding that the car be sent for examination. By the way, this seam often rusts after several years of operation. If there are doubts about the quality of the seam, it is recommended to punch the “pedigree” of the car by the engine number, or, even better, by the airbag stickers.

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX "1998-2002

Like all other frame SUVs, it is mainly the rear of the frame that is prone to corrosion, especially in the area where the spring cushions and cross members are attached. When choosing a machine, it is worthwhile to carefully inspect this area, including tapping the welds. Repair is difficult: the profile is double in some places, the seams are multilayer, and there are amplifiers inside. The work is also hampered by the possible attention of forensic specialists to such operations: unsuccessful seams near the right front wheel, behind which the license plate is located on the frame, can quickly lead to the cancellation of the car registration.

In short, there is no need to get involved with machines with a rotted frame, even if it was not so long ago cooked and restored.

Body and interior

It is tightly cut and well-sewn. And even if corrosion happens to him, but it mainly affects the fenders and bumpers, the windshield frame, the rear door, as well as damage zones and sandblasting. There is a certain risk for the front panel and body-to-frame attachment points.

Of course, cars driving on serious off-road suffer much more, and "city" cars from the southern regions or even from Siberia often do not have corrosion at the age of fifteen, except that the "noble patina" on the paintwork from the bright sun and frost. All other options are usually located somewhere between these "extremes".

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 "2005–07

Windshield cost

price for original:

27 730 rubles

Slight corrosion can be found even on very fresh cars, on the edge of the front fenders under the bumper and at the very bottom of the fender near the door, but the rate of further spread of the scourge depends mainly on the living conditions of the car.

The reasons for the appearance of rust are clearly not in the poor quality of the paint, it is just that zones with the accumulation of dirt and moisture are formed there. A similar problem is with the windshield frame, the seams are the first to suffer, from them corrosion diverges further.

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX "1998-2002

There is not much fragile plastic on the body, but bumpers are the first to suffer from off-road raids on cars in a standard civilian body kit. The original is quite expensive, but there are enough Chinese ones, and the quality of analogues is quite decent.

Peeling chrome and worn out headlights are obvious age-related sores, and not the worst.

Finishing and interior equipment of the machine is famous for its durability and indestructibility. Of course, the simpler the equipment, the more reliable, but it is believed that clear signs of aging are shown by cars only before the first restyling in 2002 and with severe operating conditions, and all the breakdowns here are "introduced".

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For example, the backlash in the steering column is associated with an unsuccessful manner of landing behind the wheel, when they grab the steering wheel, and not a special handle when entering. Broken handles and locks, as well as interior electronics - all superficial, the result of careless user actions. Well, or banal neglect; in particular, the neglected state of the cars' saloons "from security" is quite typical.

Electrical and electronics

Probably, this is what a car should be. So that the section on electronics failures takes up one paragraph. No matter how hard I tried to find weaknesses in the reports of owners and craftsmen, the search for serious weaknesses led to nothing. Everything works fine if the car is not crawling through forests and mud. The quality of the wiring is excellent, all elements are made with a good margin of quality. Of the nuances - quickly wearing out headlights, the absence of a regular "xenon", a relatively small resource of generators (about 150 thousand kilometers), especially if there is a bunch of non-standard electrical equipment.

Brakes, suspension and steering

The braking system on a heavy and powerful SUV is very loaded, and on the TLC it works to the limit with any engine, except for a naturally aspirated diesel engine. The rest of the motors in heavy city traffic simply "gobble up" pads and discs.

Corrosion of tubing or ABS failures? No, have not heard.

But the rear disc brakes just pop at the seams, and the front ones are not much stronger. In escorted cars, the pads can be changed almost more often than the oil. Be carefull.

The suspension is phenomenally reliable, and the independent on the VX is in no way inferior to the continuous axles on the STD / GX. The resource of most components is well over a hundred thousand, you need to worry about once every couple of years. And even on rough terrain, the front levers and ball joints can withstand at least 60-80 thousand kilometers.

If it were not for the TEMS Toyota Electronically Modulated Suspension systems - electronically controlled shock absorbers and AHC Active Height Control, then the conversation would be short. But if there is electronics, problems are added. First of all, the body position sensors suffer, as a result of which the car can "fall" on one of the axles, and if this happens in the mud, it can also sit firmly. Sometimes the wiring of the system also fails. The AHC system also requires regular fluid changes and maintenance.

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX "1998-2002

The steering is quite reliable. Moreover, both in the case of a rack and pinion steering gear for 100 series, and with a steering gear for 105. Backlash and sticking are most likely the result of damage during hard driving. And even then, you need to try very hard.

Transmission

The ode to reliability is a little overshadowed by the presence of problems on cars before the first restyling, most often off-road. So, on machines with independent front suspension, the front gearbox was sometimes cut until 2000, later it was strengthened. The resource of the front axle on the 105 model is also not too large, after 100-150 thousand combat kilometers it needs a serious shake-up, with the replacement of all oil seals, adjustment of the main pair and replacement of worn bearings. But if you do not forget to change the oil in the transfer case, axles and not particularly anneal, then no waste is expected.

The resource of the permanent all-wheel drive transfer case is more than sufficient, with runs over 500 thousand it usually does not require repair. But you can damage it, the reason for this is again corrosion, this time of the aluminum body and the drain plug. She has a very thin case, when you try to unscrew the "soured" screw, it often just cracks.

If you inject the cardan joints and check the adjustment of the wheel bearings at each MOT, then the resource of the cardan shafts and hubs is also more than sufficient, 200 thousand kilometers before the first bulkhead, and the front shaft and rear axle hubs are the first to surrender. Vibrations and noise are a reason to carry out maintenance on these nodes.

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX "1998-2002

On machines with an electric center differential lock, the drive motor can also fail, the price of the "issue" is from 30 thousand rubles. On 105 series machines with a connected front axle, the problems are exactly the same, but they are complicated by the possibility of accidental activation of the drive on a hard surface and increased wear of the unit in this case.

There are no complaints about the reliability of mechanical boxes. However, everything is fine with automatic transmission too.

The four-speed gearboxes of the AW30-41LE series, they are also A 340F / A 341F / A 343, which were installed before the restyling of 2002 with all motors, are an example of reliability. With runs of half a million kilometers, they will only require a scheduled oil change and the absence of overheating. By the way, similar ones were put on. There are simply no weak points. For the Lexus 470 and TLC VX with V 8, they installed the most powerful version of these boxes, A341, the rest of the versions were content with less "instant" modifications, but this does not affect the resource. It is difficult to overheat, overload, or break the box in any way.

Five-speed automatic transmissions of the A 750F series appeared after restyling, and few people call them eternal. However, a resource of 200-350 thousand kilometers for an "automatic machine" with similar dynamics and gas turbine engine is already an achievement. In fact, it is similar to other Aisins of the time in performance for Toyota and is almost perfect. Unfortunately, according to the regulations, the oil in it does not change (which does not negate the need to do this). Alas, this little "podlyanka" from the manufacturer limits the practical ceiling of the life of boxes at the level of 200-250 thousand kilometers and reduces the number of available contract units. Be careful at the border of such a run.

Motors

With motors, too - complete order. Moreover, the TLC has no special problems with cooling systems and attachments - everything is done with a good margin of safety.

Basically, the car meets the legendary 4.7-liter V 8 2UZ -FE. This is a real "millionaire", its piston group is capable of passing this million in the very real conditions of our tracks. The main thing is to change the timing belt at least once every 100 thousand kilometers, monitor lubrication and cooling, clean the throttle and check the candles and spark plug tips in time.

Photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX engine 1998-2002

True, catalysts may not reach such a run, usually at 400-500 thousand kilometers, they simply fall apart, and if you do not notice the symptoms in time, the fragments can be sucked into the combustion chambers, where they will damage the piston group. The version with phase shifters after 2005 differs little in reliability from the "weaker" ones, all the same excellent performance.

In the photo: Under the hood of Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX "2002–05

Timing belt cost

price for original:

3 411 rubles

Inline six 1FZ -FE with a volume of 4.5 liters - no worse, but less common. A resource that is absolutely impossible by today's standards, a good design and a low cost of maintenance - it combines the incompatible. Often found with a gas supply system, which it tolerates quite steadily, though. Again, you need to change the timing chain as it stretches, adjust the valve in time - "and a million is yours."

Diesel engines of the 1HZ series have also long been recognized by millionaires. Problems - only with the fuel equipment, and even then rarely. He tolerates any diesel fuel. The resource is limited mainly, and more specifically, by its inexorable chemical corrosion and cracking. There is no turbine, the safety margin is huge.

More powerful turbocharged diesels of the 1HD series have shown themselves in two ways. On the one hand, the dynamics with them is not worse than that of the gasoline counterparts, with noticeably lower fuel consumption. But more capricious fuel equipment, expensive injectors, the limited resource of the injection pump and problems with the timing resource limit the resource until the first major repair at the level of 180-250 thousand kilometers. For any other car, this would be an excellent result, but not for the TLC 100, which with gasoline engines can go twice as much without much difficulty.

Summary

It's a little scary to criticize a car that has long and firmly become the idol of thousands of people. But it should be noted that with all the fantastic indicators of the resource of motors and transmissions, as well as the excellent performance of electronics and most auxiliary systems, there are difficulties with corrosion and really unpleasant and unsolvable problems with the stealing and criminality of the model in general.

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX (J100-101) "1998-2002

Undoubtedly, this car is already a legend, but, from a practical point of view, the old-fashioned chic of the cabin and reliability cannot cover up the fact that modern crossovers, being new, can easily beat the old TLC 100 in terms of the number of failures, and in terms of comfort and even more economy in something and surpass. But they will not have such cross-country ability and such charisma. Your voice