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Hope this helps ......... <(-;
the toyota dealer wanted a lot of money to fix. when i called the customer service number and complained that the computer only needed to be reset, the delearship called me back and sait it was a temporary fix and that the light would come back on w/in 25 starts. to date, hundreds of starts later, no light....
i think it's programmed to come on so you can get cheated by toyota's repair shop.
Turn ignition to "ON" position. Make sure odometer is on trip setting not on total vehicle mileage setting.
Turn ignition OFF
Push and hold odometer button while turning ignition to "ON" position. HOld for about 4-5 seconds until maintenance light goes off. Turn ignition OFF. Start up vehicle. There should be no more maintanence light.
Apparently the maintenance light only comes on for USA Sequoia's. It is to remind you to change your oil. But it has nothing to do with mileage because I only put on 1000 miles since last oil change and light still came on. I suspect it's to do with # of days...
The dealership recommended that I replace the water pump as well, I assume based on their prior repair experience with the Sequoia. I'm ok with this. But the dealership also recommended that the engine seals be replaced.
At 85K, my Sequoia has not experienced any oil leaks. So I'm somewhat surprised that the dealer would recommend this. As a general rule, the seals don't get replaced unless it experiences failure.
Has anyone come across this maintenance proposal or seal failure?
1st. My cruise control light came on and started blinking (banged on the dash to make it go out).
2nd. All my passenger windows and the rear window stopped working. Doesn't matter if drivers lock is on or not. Didn't do anything and it started working again on it's own.
It's been a week and now the windows stopped working again.....what I did find out is that it's tied to the drivers door somehow because I was trying to open the other windows and they wouldn't work so I got out and looked at the fuses (all-fine) while I had the drivers door open I hit the switches and all the windows worked.......the minute I closed the door..they stopped again. I got in the truck and held the rear window switch and opened the drivers door.....it went down and while it was going down I closed the door.....it stopped in it's tracks.
I'M BUMFUZZLED!!! :confuse:
Any advice...aside from getting rid of it.
2021 Toyota Venza Limited Hybrid, 2022 Ram 2500 Laramie 6.4 Hemi, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata PRHT
(1) Replace engine air filter;
(2) Replace engine coolant;
(3) Replace engine oil and oil filter;
(4) Rotate tires;
(5) Lubricate propeller shaft, if 4WD, and re-torque propeller shaft bolt;
(6) Replace non-platinum spark plugs;
(7) Inspect:
(a) transmission fluid;
(b) ball joints/dust covers;
(c) brake system;
(d) drive belts;
(e) drive shaft boots, if 4WD;
(f) engine valve clearance;
(g) exhaust pipes/mountings;
(h) front/rear differential fluid;
(i) fuel lines/connections;
(j) fuel tank gasket;
(k) fuel tank band/fuel tank vapor vent system hoses;
(l) steering gear box;
(m) steering linkage/boots;
(n) transfer case oil.
2021 Toyota Venza Limited Hybrid, 2022 Ram 2500 Laramie 6.4 Hemi, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata PRHT
THANKS,
ROGER
I'm considering purchasing the Toyota Auto Care Plan (this is not the extended warranty). I've recently purchased a 2008 Platinum Sequoia and was curious if the Auto Care Plan makes sense at the right price.
I can purchase the Premium 4 yr / 55,000 mile plan w/ 5000 mile service intervals for $875.00. The list price for this plan is $1355. Here's the price schedule http://www.toyotafinancial.com/consumer/tfs.portal?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=pg_comp- arisonpage
This plan would cover all scheduled maintenance every 5000 miles including the 3 major scheduled services during the first 55,000 miles. Here's a link to what's included in the 15K, 30K & 45K major services http://www.toyotafinancial.com/consumer/tfs.portal?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=pg_prem- iumCoverage
The non-major services at 5K intervals would include
Oil and filter changes
Lubrication of key chassis parts
Tire rotations
19-point inspection http://www.toyotafinancial.com/consumer/tfs.portal?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=pg_19po- intInspection
At first blush it would appear to be a pretty good investment based on my guess that the 3 major services alone must be around $1200 - 1500. Combined with a total of 10 oil changes at about $30/ea.
Any one see a downside?
Paying $22K for a used car, I want to make sure I can trust it, especially with no Toyota maintenance support available in this country.
Please help. Thanks
I also get discounts on the major service plans (15, 30, 45, etc.), which, btw, includes transmission fluid, engine coolant and transfer case drain and refills every 30k.
In my situation, the VSC TRAC, TRAC Off, and parking brake lights have turned on intermittantly since I purchased my Sequoia brand new in July 03.
When on, it indicates that there's a problem somewhere in the traction control system or the skid control system. So neither system should work when both lights turn on.
Toyota's solution has been to replace the system, but at a substantial cost to the owner. I believe some owners here have complained that this solution is only temporary. Eventually, the lights will turn on again.
One person here suggested that the system requires "rebooting," like you do to a computer that's frozen or acting abnormally. This requires you to disconnect the battery. In so doing, the "bad" memory is erased. This solution has worked for me!
But even though the system is now working without problems (parking brake light remains an issue), there's always the possibility that the system could fail again. I only hope the lights don't turn on when I'm driving on a highway, as some here have reported. Fortunately for me, the lights turn on time and again at 5 mph.
How long has the vehicle overseas? It was the subject of a recall in 2006-2007, due to defective ball joints, which Toyota replaced free of charge. You should look into it.
Thank you for taking the time to answer my question in a such thorough manner. I've checked the NHTSA website for recalls, and the seller indicated that he had the ball joint recall done. He had this car in South Korea for one year and this VSC Trac problem came to "light" shortly after his arrival here. I've actually recommended to him that he should try the "reboot" method. If I had the expensive Toyota dealer even as an option, I think I would go ahead with the purchase, but I'm not so sure anymore. I can get genuine Toyota parts online and have them shipped here, but finding a Korean mechanic who can work on Toyota is a pure gamble.
I may opt to wait, since our 2004 Sienna seems to be holding up well after being here for a year.
Thank you again for your response.
Sincerely,
US Naval Officer in South Korea
Is there anything else that could cause this indicator to appear on the computer? We've been considering getting a minivan (3 small kids) but I've been resisting because I don't want to take on another major car payment (just paid the Sequoia off last year). Is it worth it to spend the $1500 to replace the catalytic converter (is it typical of this age/mileage car), or is this just a sign of more trouble to come? I know I'm looking for generalizations but I just need an idea of what to expect.
Thanks
I have a 2005 with the same problem. I called dealer who acted as if he had never heard of the problem. I called two other owners immediately and they had same problem. I took car to dealer and they said I would have to have all new mechanisms for $450. Next, I took the car to a local independent mechanic who adjusted and lubricated it and since then, I have had no problem.
Mine only acted up in cold weather and since adjustment,I have had it in up to 20 degree and still no problem. Good luck!
I have learned, Toyota likes to replace, not repair!!
Deb
Regardless, it's still one of the best cars I've driven and most importantly my wife likes it.
Thank you for your advice. My wife overruled me and we're buying a 2003 VW Passat. The Sequoia seller told me yesterday that he's getting a new Yaw Rate Sensor. Since there's no Toyota maintenance facility here, he's ordering the part online and having it installed at a Lexus maintenance shop. He told me that he need to get the car aligned or something.
I'm sure the Passat has it's own short-comings, but there are 3 VW maintenance shops in Seoul area.
Thanks again.
When I got the new tires, I asked them if they'd replace the transmission fluid, as I thought it was about time. They refused! They said it made no sense with a car with such low miles.
So I emailed a couple of local Toyota service departments, and asked them what service I should get on a 7-yr-old car with such low mileage, and they never responded.
Does anyone know what would be prudent for me to do? New spark plugs? Change transmission oil? Any rubber seals or gaskets that might fail due to rot like the tires rotted?
ANY suggestions would be most appreciated!
Thanks much,
Jim
How did you come across this great find?
Second, if it was me and I came across something like this then I would replace all the fluids, belts, gaskets, tires, and plugs. I can't believe a dealer would refuse to make some extra money off of you. I believe I would try it at another location and tell them it has 106,300 miles instead. It shouldn't matter to them.....and it's none of their business.
My two cents...
Mike
2004 Seqouia Limited, 78,000 miles
My 02 Sequoia just hit 100,000 and feels like it will go to 250,000 and I have a buyer.
Enjoy some traveling .........
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Thanks for replying. I'm the original owner (bought it in April, 2001) and I don't get out much, I guess.
"I would replace all the fluids, belts, gaskets, tires, and plugs." That sounds about right to me. I was kind of surprised that one service location (a Goodyear dealer who replaced the tires about a year ago), refused to change the transmission fluid.
I'll email Toyota's service dept. and see how much $$ they want do what you suggested, Mike. Meanwhile, I stopped by a Toyota dealer yesterday and saw the new Sequoia and didn't like what I saw, unfortunately. The truck has now become too big for my needs, and I was disappointed with the interior. So I do want to do some preventative maintenance and hang onto my current Sequoia, which I've grown fond of, actually.
I assume you are referring to the rear hatch door, not just a rear passenger door!
Good luck, JD
I have a 2001 Sequoia Limited 4x4 - My VSC off, and VSC trac lights were stuck on.. so was my emergency brake light (no the e-brake was not engaged) on rare occasions they were off when I started my car, but always came back on.
I took it to the dealer on Friday, and the diagnosis was: that my rear brakes were bad (less than 10 to 20% left) and this is causing my light problems.. they wanted $280 for the rear brakes. (they also said my fronts had left than 40% left) I declined their offer and elected to repair myself. (I was stuck paying a $47.50 diagnostic fee)
I went to a local auto parts store, and purchased semi-metallic pads for the rear for $40, and cermaic for the front for $40.
I removed the wheels, and replaced the pads. Rotors appeared to be fine.
I had also been reading online on these forums about a speed sensor on the axle that can get metal on the magnets cuasing improper reading and thus giving me the same errors. So I followed the advice, and carefully removed the 10mm bolt, and gently pryed out the sensor on each for the four.. and sure enough 3 of the 4 had some metal or goop stuck on the pickup. I wiped them cleaned, and reinstalled.
So far my lights are off, and my brakes seem to be greatly improved..
So for $85 in parts (2 sets of pads, and 1 can of spray brakecleaner) + the $50 for diagnostic.. I am VERY satisfied how inexpensive this was to correct.
Hope this helps others.
I replaced the brake pads on the front of my 2001 Sequoia Limited.
I purchased the cermaic pads at O'Reilly automotive (pretty common here in Kansas City) The pads I originally purchased were incorrect, (they were smaller) and I returned them to the store. The clerk noted that the 2003 pads were a different model, so he pulled those off the shelf to compare to my old pad. Sure enough, the 2003 pads were a perfect match to what I had.. so we exchanged my original purchase for the 2003 (same price).
I have read online that some 2001 had a front brake conversion? I bought my Sequoia used, so I am unaware if these are the orignal calipers, or some recall or conversion?
Of course it is also possible that O'Reillys computer is just wrong..
Does anybody know if there was a recall or conversion on front brakes?
It is probably time to replace the original shocks and struts, and I want to do this before I put on the new tires and have it realigned.
Any suggestions for shocks? struts?
Thanks!