Toyota Kluger Engine Problems

Generally you can get better performance and better economy from running the higher octane premium fuels, but of course they cost more to buy, so you have to weigh up the benefits against the cost. I suggest you run a test using regular 91 fuel and then a test using premium and see for yourself.

We haven’t had any other reports of this problem, but I wouldn’t think changing the type of oil would have any effect on it. The oil is being sucked into the engine under vacuum, so I would be looking for things like worn or leaking valve stem seals.

We will be keen to hear the outcome. Since we reported the problem Chris Brown was having with his car a number of other owners have reported the same problem. While a leaking rear door seal can cause the problem, the location of the exhaust outlet below the rear of the vehicle is likely to be the main problem. Move the outlet and the problem is likely to go away.

Yours is the first report of this problem, but other Kluger owners might like to let us know of their experience. Toyota's actions in replacing the door and the seal are what you would expect with this problem, which is usually caused by a damaged seal or door, or a damaged exhaust pipe. As for getting it fixed I believe Toyota is clearly responsible for fixing the problem as the car is still under warranty. Keep the pressure up on the dealer and the company itself.

There's no problem with filling it with regular unleaded all the time, it won't cause any damage to the engine.

YES, you can. The fuel you refer to is a blend of 90 per cent unleaded and 10 per cent ethanol. Ethanol in sufficiently high concentrations can damage your engine and fuel system, but at 10 per cent there's no danger at all.

CORRECT. No one has done the testing to certify the Kluger on LPG. You could ask a system importer or manufacturer to develop a system on your car, but they would need the car for six to eight weeks, which may be inconvenient.