Is the Toyota Sequoia rear hatch still working?

Is the Toyota Sequoia rear hatch still working?

I have a 2003 Toyota Sequoia still running strong, but this rear hatch is driving me up a wall. About two years ago, the infamous handle broke and I replaced it with a metal one. All has been working good until last week.

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 -_- )

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.

Why is my tailgate not working on my Toyota Sequoia?

The owner’s manual does not show a switch for the tailgate motor, nor was I able to find anything useful on the Toyota wiring diagrams posted in the technical part of TS. Any suggestions to avoid a costly trip to the dealer?

What to do if rear window on Sequoia is not working?

Starting at the bottom of the main panel, pull out until the clips start to pop out, then working each side and finally lift up the entire panel to free the rubber window molding. Once inside, remove the hex nuts holding the black metal cover on. You can leave that metal panel hang by the wiring while you work on the motor.

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.

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.

Why does my Toyota Sequoia wear out so fast?

Toyota addressed this issue by having its dealers either apply more lubricant to the switch or replace the switch circuit board for free. Premature Front Lower Ball Joint Wear: The front lower ball joint in some first-generation Sequoia SUVs contains internal lubricant that deteriorates faster than expected.

What should I do if my Toyota Sequoia has a latch problem?

You should take your vehicle to a serviceman who knows how to fix this problem, has the appropriate training and factory manuals and is insured by the dealer if he screws something up and you or a passenger or some other person get injured. Don’t try to blame me if you try to do the repair yourself and somebody gets hurt!

How to open a broken rear door latch in a Toyota Sequoia?

Toyota Sequoia easiest way to open your broken rear door latch! – YouTube If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device. Videos you watch may be added to the TV’s watch history and influence TV recommendations.

Why does my Toyota Sequoia tailgate not open?

If door lock actuator breaks or fails while in the locked position, the tailgate won’t open unless you unlock it manually from inside. Once you’re able to open it you can then replace the actuator. Loading…

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.