2005 Toyota Sequoia Toyota Sequoia 2005

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2005 Toyota Sequoia repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (17%)

Suspension and Steering (25%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (8%)

Chart based on 36 repairs.
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2005 Toyota Sequoia engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (14%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (43%)

< $100 (29%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Toyota Sequoia 4dr SUV

282-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

106500 mi

US $400
Alternator Belt had to be adjusted 
113300 mi

US $1200
Catalytic converter affecting performance /mileage 

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2005 Toyota Sequoia 4dr SUV

282-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

151000 mi

US $190
emissions system had major problem with air injector pump that is well known to Toyota and to forums. Air injector repair was estimated at $3-4,000 and we DIY mechanics fix it for less than $200. Shame on Toyota! 
170300 mi

US $390
replaced pulleys around front of engine; bearings were worn 
110000 mi

US $51
Loose exhaust clamp created rattling noise. Clamp replaced. 
148000 mi

US $500
Car was hesitating under light throttle and the CEL started blinking. Car was also making an uncharacteristic ticking sound. Tech found that the spark plug in cylinder #5 had backed out of the cylinder head. Repair necessitated replacement of all spark plugs and an ignition coil. Threads were damaged on #5, used a helicoil when installing the new plug. 
152000 mi

US $75
Intermittent problem with the key not turning in the ignition cylinder making the car impossible to start. Took the car to an automotive locksmith who repaired the ignition cylinder. 

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2005 Toyota Sequoia Engine Problems

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