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#1951 of 1978 Toyota Sequoia -When to change belts by glo6 Sep 06, 2009 (8:41 am)
I have a 2003 Limited Toyota Sequoia with 117K miles. I purchased it new. I haven't had the belts changed yet. Is this going to cause me problems? When should the belts have been changed? I've done all other maintenance checks, oil changes,tires recalls etc.   I'm trying to stretch a dollar, but I don't want to delay this too long and damage the engine.   Thanks, Replies to this message: hjmart (Sep 22, 2009 7:32 am)
#1952 of 1978 Re: VSC, TRAC Check light [mus1] by belair3 Sep 19, 2009 (7:40 am)
Replying to: mus1 (Nov 01, 2006 2:35 am) I am having the same problem. have you found an ans to this problem yet? Please let me know what you found out.   Thanks
#1953 of 1978 Re: VSC and TRAC off light came on [ggesq] by belair3 Sep 19, 2009 (10:41 am)
Replying to: ggesq (Jan 09, 2007 3:49 pm) When these light can on did you also loose power; no acceleration? please advise.   Thanks
#1954 of 1978 Re: Toyota Sequoia -When to change belts [glo6] by hjmart Sep 22, 2009 (7:32 am)
Replying to: glo6 (Sep 06, 2009 8:41 am) You didn't specify which belts you were refering to because this V8 also has a timing belt. There was a noise problem with the alternator and fan belts during cold weather. The newer belts have been manufactured to compensate for the colder temperatures and are very quiet. If they have no visible cracks or frayed edges, they are good for about 36K or three years. The trick is to change them out before they fail and leave you stranded. Serpentine belts are good for about 5 years because they are thinner, run cooler and are more flexible. The timing belt should be changed at 90K. Again, change it before it fails. I changed mine at 117K but I could have just been lucky.
#1955 of 1978 Cost reasonable for replacing timing and drive belt? by reau Oct 13, 2009 (12:21 pm)
The dealership I have my Toyota serviced at told me I need to have the timing and drive belt replaced (agree it is recommended) and the quote is $699.95. Is this a reasonable amount? I only ask because it seems since they have moved to their new high cost building their "recommendations" seem to come more frequently and are costing me more every time I bring the car in for an oil change. It is a 2003 with around 95,000 miles, and I do agree that it is needed just want to be sure I am not being ripped off. Is it better to have this done at the dealership? I do have an independent mechanic that works on my son's car that I trust and I will get a quote from him unless you think this is a reasonable amount, then I won't bother. But it does need to be done ASAP for a trip this weekend. Thanks! Replies to this message: steve_ (Oct 13, 2009 2:26 pm) reau (Oct 13, 2009 3:38 pm) steve_ (Oct 13, 2009 7:02 pm)
#1956 of 1978 Re: Cost reasonable for replacing timing and drive belt? [reau] by steve_ HOST Oct 13, 2009 (2:26 pm)
Replying to: reau (Oct 13, 2009 12:21 pm) Someone over in the Sequoia Consumer Reviews paid $700 last June. Someone else paid $1,500! (same month).   Not cheap either way. Replies to this message: reau (Oct 13, 2009 3:38 pm) steve_ (Oct 13, 2009 7:02 pm)
#1957 of 1978 Re: Cost reasonable for replacing timing and drive belt? [steve_] by reau Oct 13, 2009 (3:38 pm)
Replying to: steve_ (Oct 13, 2009 2:26 pm) Ouch! Well, I must say that with the exception of the rear door latch breaking last year (I see from these boards that it is quite common and expensive to repair!) that I really have not had to put any money into this car and it still looks and works great. So, I guess I will call and have them do the job. I just wanted to be sure. Like I said, since they have moved to their building I seem to be getting a lot more suggestions on work that needs to be done. Replies to this message: steve_ (Oct 13, 2009 7:02 pm)
#1958 of 1978 Re: Cost reasonable for replacing timing and drive belt? [reau] by steve_ HOST Oct 13, 2009 (7:02 pm)
Replying to: reau (Oct 13, 2009 3:38 pm) I didn't check but it's good to do if yours is an interference engine.   Service writers tend to work on commission, so they do tend to "make suggestions".
#1959 of 1978 2003 Toyota Sequoia ABS VSC Problems by tlea Oct 29, 2009 (8:53 am)
This seems to be a common occurrence. The ABS system fails causing the VSC and Track lights as well as the break warning lights to appear. I lost control of the car with a strong pull to the left, grinding sound and inability to stop the car. The car also began to shake violently. Toyota says this is not a safety issue and will not issue a recall. The cost to fix said problem is around $4000!!!! I have contacted the NHTSA and filed a complaint, this is the only way to make Toyota responsible. If you are having the same issue PLEASE call 888-327-4236 and file a complaint. There is only strength in numbers. They must fix this before someone gets killed!!! Replies to this message: starqn (Nov 03, 2009 10:22 am) kgrill (Feb 13, 2010 1:58 pm) dgut (Feb 14, 2010 3:39 pm) seq200246 (Feb 24, 2010 1:39 pm) redphaedrus (Feb 24, 2010 2:56 pm) and 2 more...
#1960 of 1978 Re: 2003 Toyota Sequoia ABS VSC Problems [tlea] by starqn Nov 03, 2009 (10:22 am)
Replying to: tlea (Oct 29, 2009 8:53 am) Thank you for the info! I'm calling and reporting it -   I too have a 2003 Toyota Sequoia with the SAME problem! I haven't had the shaking or the loss of control YET but, I don't want to. The dealership is telling me that they are the only ones who can get the part and fix it. $3k - BS Right before a planned Xmas vacation???? Check this out -   http://www.aboutautomobile.com/Complaint/2003/Toyota/Sequoia   HUNDREDS of folks having same problem - if we could get them all to call and report it...

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