Losing power

[FungleJunk57]

Hi folks. I have a 2006 Avensis estate (diesel) that's losing power. In first, at say a junction, when I pull it I get hardly any power for a few seconds then it kicks in. Also, on a hill, from stop to start, there's little if any power coming through. 

Any self fixes before I take it to our local indie garage? 

Also, there's an engine warning light that's been on for a while both upon researching it previously others suggested this wasn't anything to be concerned about as it didn't seem to be effecting anything and more an age thing.

[APS]

Fuel filter, injectors, HP pump, EGR... difficult to diagnose  on here.

I'd say you're best of taking it to a garage.

[Bper]

Hi Will,

Some previous posts have said this a common problem and the EGR needs cleaning. Hope this helps.👍

[FungleJunk57]

Great. Thank you. I don't mind having a go at most things but they usually take me a long time compared to our garage who we've used for years. Wondering if this is a DIY on a dry day job or easier to send to Garage in case there's anything else it might be. 

Don't want to waste time on something. 

Found this great video though. https://www.toyotaownersclub.com/forums/topic/120290-egr-valve-cleaning/?do=findComment&comment=1509797

[FungleJunk57]

Just popped it round to our local mechanic. He took it for a quick spin and reckons its might be an issue with the MAP sensor. 

[FungleJunk57]

Apologies for the late response. For those interested I bought some Diesel fuel additive and cleaner. Drove it hard/fast through the gears. Saw a bit of black smoke then after about 20-30mins drive, returned home. No problem since. 

[Cyker]

That's great news - Thanks for coming back and letting us know!

It does seem like Toyota's D4Ds benefit from some V-Power and an "italian tuneup" from time to time  

[antoC]

is this redex were talking about? multiple mechanics have told me that i was wasting money on products like that.

[FungleJunk57]

3 minutes ago, antoC said:

is this redex were talking about? multiple mechanics have told me that i was wasting money on products like that.

Yep. I wouldn't know but for the sake of a few quid it seemed to work. Unless it was down to the "Italian Tuneup"!? 😂