Parts for your 2022 Toyota Land cruiser-Crank angle sensor

2022 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Series) — Crank Angle Sensor

Technical sources confirm the 2022 Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series does use a crank angle sensor (Toyota commonly calls it the Crankshaft Position Sensor, CKP). It’s integral to engine management on both the V35A-FTS 3.5L twin‑turbo petrol and F33A‑FTV 3.3L twin‑turbo diesel engines. References include Toyota’s New Car Features (LC300 powertrain overview), the Toyota Electrical Wiring Diagram for the 300 Series (engine control system showing the CKP/NE signal to the ECM), and the Toyota Repair Manual for the 300 Series (diagnostics for DTCs such as P0335/P0336 and replacement/testing procedures).

• Toyota New Car Features (300 Series LC300) — CKP/“crank angle” input to ECM
• Toyota Electrical Wiring Diagram (2022 Land Cruiser 300) — Crankshaft Position Sensor circuit
• Toyota Repair Manual (Engine Control section) — CKP inspection, fault codes, and service steps

For the 2022 Land Cruiser, the crank angle sensor’s job is dead simple but absolutely critical: it tracks the crankshaft’s position and speed in real time. The engine computer uses that signal to time fuel injection and spark (or injection timing on the diesel) to the millisecond. Lose the signal and you’ll cop hard starting, misfires, limp mode — or a no‑start under the bonnet.

There’s no set interval to replace the sensor, it’s a “fit and forget” item until it shows symptoms. What owners should do is keep an eye out for warning signs like an intermittent stall when hot, extended cranking, rough idle, or the MIL popping up with codes like P0335/P0336. If any of that turns up, rule out basics first — battery health, clean grounds, intact connectors and loom where it runs past the block — then test the sensor per the Toyota Repair Manual.

Replacement is straightforward for a competent technician: isolate the battery, unplug the connector, remove the retaining fastener, and swap in a quality OEM‑spec sensor. A light smear of clean engine oil on the O‑ring helps it seat without tearing. There’s usually no programming needed, clear codes, check live data for stable RPM, and road test. Don’t force or shim the sensor — air gap is engineered by design, and ham‑fisting it can lead to repeat faults.

Handy tips for Aussie and Kiwi conditions:

• After deep‑water crossings or heavy mud, inspect the sensor connector and harness for moisture or grit.
• Heat and vibration are the enemy — if the loom clip breaks, refit it so the cable isn’t flogging about.
• If chasing a hot‑soak stall, check the CKP and the cam sensors together, the ECM compares both.

Popular questions

How do you know the crank angle sensor is failing on a 2022 Land Cruiser?
Tell‑tales include long cranking when warm, random stalling at idle, poor throttle response, and the check engine light. Scan tools often show P0335/P0336. Live data may momentarily drop RPM to zero while the engine’s still spinning — a dead giveaway the sensor signal is cutting out.

Does the crank angle sensor need regular servicing?
No scheduled service is required. It’s not a wear item like filters or belts. During routine servicing, a quick visual of the connector and harness routing is smart — especially if the vehicle sees corrugations, beach work, or creek crossings.

Can you keep driving with a faulty crank angle sensor?
It’s risky. The vehicle may stall without warning or refuse to restart, which isn’t ideal out bush. If faults are logged or symptoms are clear, plan a repair sooner rather than later to avoid a tow.