If you’ve found red fluid under your Toyota Sequoia, you probably have a transmission leak. A transmission leak is a big deal. If you let too much transmission fluid leak, the transmission will begin to slip, which can quickly cause long term damage. Unlike oil, transmission fluid is flammable, and will flash if it hits … Read more
One of the most common automotive problems is an exhaust leak. Leaking exhaust can be loud, smelly, and (depending on where the leak is coming from) dangerous. If your Toyota Sequoia has a leaking exhaust system, it should not be ignored. Leaking Exhaust Symptoms: Toyota Sequoia A leaking exhaust system affects your Sequoia … Read more
A rattling engine can be very disturbing. If your Toyota Sequoia is experiencing this problem, we’ll cover the most common causes. A rattling engine can be caused be the exhaust, timing chain, loose accessories, and much more. Engine Rattling Causes: Toyota Sequoia Here are the most common causes of a rattling sound in your … Read more
If your Toyota Sequoia’s transmission has been slipping, it is a very serious problem. It’ll get worse in a relatively short period of time, leaving the vehicle inoperable. You’ll want to find out what is wrong, and have it repaired quickly, before any further lasting damage can occur. We’ve lined out some of the most … Read more
Extreme weather can be very difficult on your Toyota Sequoia. If there is an issue it often make itself known when conditions are at their worst. When it’s extremely hot. it’s the cooling system that is put to the test. In the winter, the vehicle won’t start when it is cold. There are a … Read more
A bad timing belt or timing chain can be a serious issue. If it jumps a tooth, or breaks entirely it can lead to permanent engine damage. It’s important to know the symptoms of a bad timing belt or chain, so this doesn’t happen to your Toyota Sequoia. Timing belts are made out of … Read more
There are a few easy to fix reasons why your Toyota Sequoia’s key might get stuck in the ignition. It’s often easy to unstick the key. Whatever you do, don’t start trying to rip it out of the ignition. That can cause bigger problems. This article is written with the assumption that your key is … Read more
If your Toyota Sequoia’s steering wheel is hard to turn, it’s almost always going to be caused by an issue with the power steering system. The power steering system is responsible for taking energy from the engine, converting it to hydraulic pressure, and using that pressure to decrease the amount of force that you need … Read more
A very common problem that affects all vehicles (including the Toyota Sequoia) is blue smoke coming from the exhaust. Reasons for blue exhaust smoke include bad valve seals, valve train wear in general, the PCV valve, burning transmission fluid and more. Blue smoke indicates that your Sequoia’s engine is burning oil. The question is … Read more
If your Toyota Sequoia is experiencing a whining noise, its is often going to be caused by something in the engine compartment. The likely cause of whining noise will be determined by when you hear the noise, and under what conditions With that in mind, this page is divided by when you hear the whining … Read more