Parts for your 2022 Toyota Land cruiser-Oil pump

2022 Toyota Land Cruiser oil pump — what it does and how to look after it

The 2022 Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series definitely uses an engine oil pump. Technical references including Toyota’s Repair Manual for the LC300 platform, Toyota’s Electronic Parts Catalogue (which lists an oil pump assembly for both the 3.3L F33A‑FTV twin‑turbo diesel and the 3.5L V35A‑FTS twin‑turbo petrol), and Toyota’s engine technical briefs for the 300 Series all confirm a crankshaft‑driven trochoid/gear‑type oil pump is fitted. On these modern V6s, the pump supports pressurised lubrication for bearings, turbochargers and timing components, and in many markets includes efficiency features that regulate oil flow.

In this Land Cruiser, the oil pump’s job is simple but critical: move the right amount of oil, at the right pressure, to every corner of the engine. That keeps the big‑end and main bearings happy, feeds the turbos, and supplies hydraulic control to variable valve timing gear. Without stable oil pressure, even a tough LC300 won’t stay tough for long.

The pump itself isn’t a routine “service item”, but caring for it is all about clean, correct oil. Sticking to the service schedule in the owner’s manual (Australian and New Zealand dealers typically call up 12 months/10,000 km intervals, application‑dependent) and using the specified grade and spec keeps varnish and sludge away from the pump’s rotors and any control valves it relies on. A genuine or high‑quality filter helps prevent the pickup screen from clogging, which is a common cause of pressure drop in hard‑worked 4x4s.

Replacement is only on condition. If there’s a low oil pressure warning, rattly starts, turbo whine, metallic glitter in drained oil, or relevant diagnostic trouble codes for oil pressure control, the system needs proper diagnosis with a mechanical gauge and scan‑tool data. If the pump is worn or contaminated, it can be replaced, but it’s not a driveway bolt‑off job. On the LC300 it typically involves draining oil, removing the sump and front cover, inspecting the pickup and O‑rings, then refitting with the correct sealant and torque values from the Toyota Repair Manual. Priming the new pump with clean oil and verifying hot idle and cruise oil pressure afterwards is a must. Given the labour, most owners will have a qualified technician handle it and will choose genuine parts to maintain reliability under Aussie and Kiwi conditions.

• Watch for leaks, warning lights and new noises after cold starts.
• Use the oil grade and specification listed in the owner’s manual.
• After any bearing or turbo failure, clean the sump and pickup and assess the pump.

Does the 2022 Land Cruiser have an oil pump?

Yes. Toyota’s LC300 Repair Manual and the Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue both list an engine oil pump assembly for the 3.3L diesel and 3.5L petrol V6s. It’s a crank‑driven pump that supplies pressurised lubrication to the entire engine and the turbochargers.

When should the oil pump be replaced?

There’s no scheduled replacement. It’s replaced only after diagnosis shows low oil pressure from pump wear, a blocked pickup, or damage/contamination following internal engine issues. Confirm pressure with a gauge, check for fault codes, and inspect the pickup and clearances before committing to a new pump.

What maintenance helps the oil pump last?

Regular oil and filter changes using the owner’s‑manual‑specified grade and spec, plus prompt attention to any oil leaks or warning lights. In dusty or heavy‑towing use, stick closely to the service schedule. Clean oil keeps the pump and any control valves free of sludge and varnish.