Toyota HiAce Cracked Pistons - 1KD-FTV engine

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Causes
Engine overload
Poor maintenance
Engine modification

Symptoms
Sudden Loss of power
Thick black smoke
Knocking sound
Uneven idling

Solution
Replace Piston(s)

Mitigation
Do not overload the engine
Ensure proper and timely maintenance
Do not modify the engine computer(chipping)