Engine advice centre

Engine advice centre

Start with the question you have. If you know your engine code, the code guides cover the engines we list. If you are deciding what to do next, start with new, reconditioned or used.

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Engine bay
Buying guide

Engine tests: what should a mechanic check before recommending a new engine?

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Vehicle speedometer
Costs

How much does a replacement engine cost? Reco's prices for every engine we list

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Cylinder head components
Buying guide

New crate engine, reconditioned engine or used engine: which suits you?

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Engine problems

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Know your engine code? Start with its guide, then compare the engines we list. Send your vehicle details so we can check the fit.

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Toyota 1HZ engine, side view with the rocker cover fitted, on a timber pallet
Engine problems

1HZ engine problems: what wears out, and what an aftermarket turbo changes

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Toyota 1KD-FTV engine, side view with the timing cover fitted
Engine problems

1KD-FTV engine problems: injectors, injector seats and cracked pistons

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Toyota 1KZ-TE engine, side view with the camshafts exposed, in its protective bag
Engine problems

1KZ-TE engine problems: overheating, cracked heads and when to replace

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Toyota 2GR-FE engine, front end of the V6
Buying guide

2GR-FE engine replacement: what should Kluger, Aurion and Tarago owners check first?

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Isuzu 4JJ1-TC engine, side view on lifting hooks
Engine problems

4JJ1-TC engine problems: EGR, particulate filters, valve clearances and recalls

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Mitsubishi 4M40T engine, side view with the camshaft exposed on top of the cylinder head
Engine problems

4M40T head cracked? Repair the head or replace the engine in your Triton or Pajero

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