Are there any problems with the Toyota Sequoia rear hatch door?
I THINK WE SHOULD BAND TOGETHER AND GET TOYOTA TO FIX THESE LOCK FREE OF CHARGE BUT ONE PERSON WON’T DO CALL THE FTC AND MAKE A COMPLAINT THEY TOLD ME THE MORE PEOPLE CALL IN THE ARE IN A BETTER POSITION TO FORCE TOYOTA HAND AND SOLVE THIS PROBLEM. I too have replaced the door handle on 2001.
Are there any recalls on the Toyota Sequoia?
I have a 2004 Toyota Sequoia, the rear window stopped working about a year ago, the back latch just stopped working this week and the door will not stay closed. I called Toyota requesting help as this seems like a safety issue; no recall. The Oxygen Sensor has also gone bad. I bought the Toyota based on reliability and reputation.
Where are the screws on a Toyota Sequoia?
There’s two very small screws on the license plate side of the plastic cover. I was able to take a phillips head driver (very short one that goes in a drill) and reach behind and hand loosen the screws to take them out. I needed a small hand mirror and flashlight to locate the screws.
Can you cut the plastic off a Toyota Sequoia?
There’s no need to cut away the plastic on the lock assembly, if you’re patient and willing to channel your zen and the art of toyota repair. (Spent eleven hours on this yesterday between the lock mechanism and the broken handle–and I’ve done two handles before on my 00 Sienna -_- )
How do you repair rear latch on Toyota Sequoia?
Next I went to the bottom part of the door and removed the plastic shroud surrounding the lower door latch/solenoid and use a 10mm socket to remove the 10mm hex head screws. After I got the plastic panels off, I could see some electrical connectors going into a black box on the driver’s side of the rear hatch on a black stamped metal cover.
Looking in the Sequoia owners forum, there are over 15,500 hits on a topic dealing with inoperable rear door latches on Sequoias. Another good reason for a recall on safety issues if you ask me. A kid or the groceries could fall out of the back of the vehicle if the door can’t be closed.
Is it dangerous to sit in a Toyota Sequoia?
Never sit in the car unless you are moving with all the windows and the moon roof open. Don’t drive in this dangerous condition with passengers, especially young children of infants. Carbon monoxide could fill the cabin and you will get a nice long dirt nap.
How much is a Toyota Sequoia rear door handle metal?
Thanks a million. On eBay, I just successfully searched the term: “toyota sequoia rear door handle metal”. They’re currently selling for $33.90 as a Buy It Now. To the best of my knowledge, most of the model years all use the identical part.
Are there any problems with the Toyota Sequoia?
THE DEALER AND 500.00 DOLLARS. THIS HAS HAPPEN TO ME THREE TIMES. I THINK WE SHOULD BAND TOGETHER AND GET TOYOTA TO FIX THESE LOCK FREE OF CHARGE BUT ONE PERSON WON’T DO CALL THE FTC AND MAKE A COMPLAINT THEY TOLD ME THE MORE PEOPLE CALL IN THE ARE IN A BETTER POSITION TO FORCE TOYOTA HAND AND SOLVE THIS PROBLEM.
What causes a Toyota Sequoia switch to melt?
This allows debris and moisture to get in and cause the switch to short circuit and melt. Toyota addressed this issue by having its dealers either apply more lubricant to the switch or replace the switch circuit board for free.
Is the frame of a Sequoia rust proof?
Frame Rust: The frame in first-gen Sequoia SUVs is not entirely rust-proof. It’s designed in such a way that allows moisture to get in and cause severe rust on the frame and undercarriage. Toyota agreed to extend the rust perforation warranty and fix the undercarriage on some affected Sequoia vehicles for free.
What should I replace the latch on my Toyota Sequoia?
The first problem I noted was that the cheapo plastic outside door handle above the license plate was loose and did not seem to be pulling up the lower latch as it should. You can find a metal replacement for the latch handle on eBay. The dealer tried to sell me another cheap plastic replacement for way more than the metal handle I can buy online.