Parts for your 2019 Toyota Land cruiser-Camshaft sensor

2019 Toyota LandCruiser camshaft sensor — what it does and when to service it

Yes, the 2019 Toyota LandCruiser uses a camshaft position sensor. Technical sources including Toyota’s Repair Manual for the 200 Series (covering both the 4.5L 1VD-FTV diesel and 5.7L 3UR-FE petrol), the Electrical Wiring Diagram, and Toyota’s Electronic Parts Catalogue list a camshaft position sensor (CMP) as fitted equipment for this model year. On the petrol V8 it’s critical for dual VVT-i control and ignition timing, on the diesel V8 it’s used for precise fuel injection phasing and cylinder identification.

Put simply, the camshaft sensor tells the engine computer exactly where the cam(s) are in their rotation. That lets the ECU sync fuel, spark (petrol), variable valve timing, and emissions strategies under the bonnet. When the CMP goes on the fritz, the LandCruiser can be hard to start, stumble at idle, lack grunt, or drop into limp mode, and it’ll often log a fault like P0340–P0345.

As part of regular servicing, the camshaft sensor isn’t a scheduled replacement item, but a quick once-over pays off:

• Check the connector and loom where they pass the front of the cylinder heads/timing cover for oil wicking, abrasion, or broken clips.
• If you’ve had recent timing, rocker cover, or VVT work, make sure the harness hasn’t been pinched and the sensor O-ring isn’t weeping.
• Scan for pending codes if there’s an occasional long crank when cold, intermittent CMP signals often show up early in live data.

Replacement is straightforward for a competent tech: disconnect the battery, unplug the sensor, remove the retaining bolt, twist the sensor gently to free the O-ring, and refit a new genuine-quality unit with a lightly oiled O-ring. Follow the Toyota torque spec for the retaining bolt from the repair manual, reconnect, clear codes, and road test. No special relearn is typically needed on the 200 Series, but confirming cam/crank sync and VVT target tracking with a scan tool is good practice.

If choosing parts, stick with OEM or reputable OE-equivalent sensors—cheap copies can cause phantom faults. And if a CMP code appears alongside crank sensor or VVT codes, diagnose methodically, wiring or oil contamination can mimic a failed sensor.

Popular questions

Does a 2019 LandCruiser actually have a camshaft position sensor?
It does. Toyota’s service literature and parts catalogue for the 200 Series show a camshaft position sensor fitted to both the 1VD-FTV diesel and 3UR-FE petrol engines. It’s essential for cam timing reference, injection/ignition control, and, on the petrol, dual VVT-i operation.

Where is the camshaft sensor on a 2019 LandCruiser?
It’s mounted at the end of a cylinder head near the timing cover (engine front area). Exact placement varies by engine, but access is typically from the top/front under the engine cover. The wiring runs along the head, so it’s smart to check for oil ingress or chafing while you’re there.

Can it be driven with a bad camshaft sensor?
It might run, but starting can be hit-and-miss and the vehicle may enter limp mode. Continued driving risks poor performance and higher fuel use. Best bet is to scan it, confirm the fault, inspect wiring, and replace the sensor if it’s the culprit.