Love the Sequoia content! We have an 03 Limited. Bought it new. 229k miles and counting. We are an all Toyota household. 97 SC300 / 03 Sequoia / 08 LS600HL / 10 Prius 5. 715k total miles.
I love your channel. I like the way you're straightforward, simple and common Sense. You make everything nice and easy to understand. I have a 2005 4Runner limited 4.7 and that SUV drives like it just came off the lot after 15 years and 200,000 miles later.
Mine is a 2005 SR5 V8 4x4 and it drives better than a brand new car because of my 3 inch lift with bilstein 5100s. 176,000 miles and literally nothing wrong except all 4 ball joints are busted from the lift and hard off-road driving almost every day. Also I have a door lock actuator that’s bad but the motor comes in tomorrow for $8. I beat the hell out of it and it never breaks. I fried the ECU driving through water and I drove the thing for 5 months with a BROKEN computer.
My brother has a 2004 4 Runner with 242,000. Timing belt and related components were recently replaced. I’ll be installing the outer tie rods (555 series from Napa) and Spicer U joints from Summit Racing over the next week or so. With maintenance, the 4.7 engine and the Aisin made transmission are known to go well beyond 500,000 miles.
I recently change the spark plugs in my 2010 Toyota Camry with the 2.5L Four Cylinder engine and 6 Speed Manual Transmission. My car has 209,000 miles on it and I changed the original Plugs at 203,000 and some change miles. The iridium plugs still look good. But two out of the four ignition coils had cracks in them and the car drove perfectly fine. No misfires or any codes. I changed them out with and put Denson Ignition coils back in the car. I should be good for another 200,000 miles. Hopefully my Toyota engine will last that long. It should I change the oil every 5,000 miles with full synthetic 0W-20 motor oil. Thanks Peter you are the BEST!!! You have saved me a ton of money and headaches.
For installing Denso Iridium TT plugs in my 2011 5.7, left the gap at the out-of-the-box 0.036 spec and engine ran very poor. Email answer from Denso tech arrived indicating to set plugs at 5.7 factory and owners manual spec of 0.044. Re-gapped the plugs to 0.043-0.045 using wire gauge, and the 5.7 runs great. Don't let the oil in plug tubes run into the cylinder, without turning the engine over without a sparkplug installed to blow the oil out of the cylinder. Had oil in one tube, it looks like it seeps in from the head end. Doesn't look like oil leaking down the tube from the coil seal, that is all clean.
Two things, I put the antiseize on my plugs at 120k, then went to change them at 240k, the antiseize made them come out hard. The plugs say not to put any antiseize on them as the plugs have a coating on the threads. #2, I usually put some diaelectric grease on the spark plug top so the coil pack will come off easier next time.
Yup, my #5 had a misfire in my 2004 with 130k miles this year. Pulled the plug and it was finger tight without the ratchet. Coil was burnt also. Threads were stripped. These plugs were from the factory. Crazy and good to know I'm not the only one lol
just my opinion, nothing wrong with anti-seize, but should use less torque than spec when using any kind of lubricant on threads, since you are effectively rotating it more to reach the same torque
Peter, seriously consider using the Denso Twin Tip Iridium spark plugs. I’ve used them with great results. I will be installing these along with my valve cover gaskets on my Tundra very soon....
@@rk22cc: Hmmm...Really? Those cost difference is minimal compared to regular Denso Iridium spark plugs. Toyota plugs are more expensive. Denso is the OE supplier to Toyota..
Peter, few observations: yes, always use anti-seize designed for aluminum ..... will you suggest a new #7 coil to the customer ...... and finally ..... that’s Disco! 🕺
I recently fixed the back door latch and replaced the lock actuator of my 05 sequoia but now the back does not lock. I was wondering if you can make a video to show how to fix it or if you do can you let me know?
Hey Peter...wondering if you have any tips for the Toyota coil connectors that like to break the locking tabs when you attempt to disconnect them. It happens to me especially on Siennas. Those connectors on the Sequoia looked about the same yet you had no issues disconnecting them.
I have an 05 Tundra, like a fool I got the wrong spark plugs (Denso SK20HR11) and got them all installed before noticing the ones that came out were SK20R11, no 'H'. The 'H' is approximately .130 longer threads into the combustion chamber. The truck seems to run good, better than it did with the worn out plugs. Can I just leave them in and use premium octane fuel instead of regular, or should I replace them with the correct ones right away?
Good video. I found getting and unclipping the connectors was the hardest part of changing out plugs. Yes they were a pain in the _ss I had to make sure I could get all of them off before going forward with changing plugs. Why are they designed like that.
Great video, I have a question about the fuel filter on a 06 tundra, is it in the fuel tank? Do you have to drop the tank to charge it, heard on some it’s under the driver side seat area along the frame but I do think mine is there. Thanks
I replaced mine on my Sequoia and I had trouble getting them all out because they were pretty well stocked in the threads they were dry they didn't go back in dryer I actually put dielectric grease on the threads and the top of the plug .
What's the Gap set at in the spark plugs I have same 1 same color problem I'm having is spark plug Gap size for this truck 2000-2004 are 0.031 believe this might be 0.043? Thanks
Thanks for the video I also have a two thousand five number five was making popping sound I tightened it back up 3 years ago and I have no problems it is about time to do another spark plug change out hoping for the best if it is messed up will you travel to my area and fix it... just kidding that would cost way too much money
I use a lot of your videos as references for my LX470. Thanks! Recently went to change the sparks and found that all eight 10mm bolts to the coilpacks were extremely corroded like the previous owner bathed this thing in sea water lol. I took it to a pro and that person said he never recommends his customers to ever change sparkplugs until 300k or more on TOYOTA! Basically until there’s a misfire and in that case you’ll need new coilpacks anyway. Is this legit advice? My truck has 272k with no previous record, no CEL, idles ok. Could use more power and response which is another reason I wanted them changed.
Great video. I was taught to use dielectric grease when doing spark plugs. I noticed you didn’t and I wondered if I was taught wrong, or is there a reason why you wouldn’t on this vehicle?
Would love to see a video on the Atrack system my vsc light keeps turning on. I took it to the mechanic and they said my computer is bad and I had to take it to the dealership and it's going to be over a thousand bucks. So I just reset it every 3-7 days. I want to get a second opinion before I take it to the dealership you know how that goes. Thanks
Most likely it's the VSC module that's gone bad. Someone in my forums just wrote in with the exact problem and "wipe the code" solution which resulted in a loss of control of the vehicle and a crash. Hope you find a solution one way or another.
Hey @akita toyo did you figure it out? I had the same thing happen to my 03 4runner and there's a quick 1minute video on how to reset it by connecting a couple of the obd2 connections together
Love the Sequoia content! We have an 03 Limited. Bought it new. 229k miles and counting. We are an all Toyota household. 97 SC300 / 03 Sequoia / 08 LS600HL / 10 Prius 5. 715k total miles.
I love your channel. I like the way you're straightforward, simple and common Sense. You make everything nice and easy to understand. I have a 2005 4Runner limited 4.7 and that SUV drives like it just came off the lot after 15 years and 200,000 miles later.
Mine is a 2005 SR5 V8 4x4 and it drives better than a brand new car because of my 3 inch lift with bilstein 5100s.
176,000 miles and literally nothing wrong except all 4 ball joints are busted from the lift and hard off-road driving almost every day. Also I have a door lock actuator that’s bad but the motor comes in tomorrow for $8.
I beat the hell out of it and it never breaks. I fried the ECU driving through water and I drove the thing for 5 months with a BROKEN computer.
My brother has a 2004 4 Runner with 242,000. Timing belt and related components were recently replaced. I’ll be installing the outer tie rods (555 series from Napa) and Spicer U joints from Summit Racing over the next week or so. With maintenance, the 4.7 engine and the Aisin made transmission are known to go well beyond 500,000 miles.
You are the best, you should be a teacher. Very clear step by step easy to follow. You are life saver and the greatest, thankyou
I recently change the spark plugs in my 2010 Toyota Camry with the 2.5L Four Cylinder engine and 6 Speed Manual Transmission. My car has 209,000 miles on it and I changed the original Plugs at 203,000 and some change miles. The iridium plugs still look good. But two out of the four ignition coils had cracks in them and the car drove perfectly fine. No misfires or any codes. I changed them out with and put Denson Ignition coils back in the car. I should be good for another 200,000 miles. Hopefully my Toyota engine will last that long. It should I change the oil every 5,000 miles with full synthetic 0W-20 motor oil. Thanks Peter you are the BEST!!! You have saved me a ton of money and headaches.
Be careful when using anti seize. Wet torque is a lot different than dry torque.
For installing Denso Iridium TT plugs in my 2011 5.7, left the gap at the out-of-the-box 0.036 spec and engine ran very poor. Email answer from Denso tech arrived indicating to set plugs at 5.7 factory and owners manual spec of 0.044. Re-gapped the plugs to 0.043-0.045 using wire gauge, and the 5.7 runs great. Don't let the oil in plug tubes run into the cylinder, without turning the engine over without a sparkplug installed to blow the oil out of the cylinder. Had oil in one tube, it looks like it seeps in from the head end. Doesn't look like oil leaking down the tube from the coil seal, that is all clean.
The previous owner of my 4runner with this engine has drawn the cylinder numbers on each one, it’s gonna be helpful when my spark plugs get old.
Thanks for this video. Just did this service today, and your instructions were excellent. Keep up the good videos!
2azfe legendary work horse 🐎 Peter humming a song . Great job 👍
what? 2azfe is on older 4 cyl camry
Peter, Your channel finally has the official theme song it was missing, "That's the way, uh huh uh huh, I like it, uh huh uh huh"
Two things, I put the antiseize on my plugs at 120k, then went to change them at 240k, the antiseize made them come out hard. The plugs say not to put any antiseize on them as the plugs have a coating on the threads. #2, I usually put some diaelectric grease on the spark plug top so the coil pack will come off easier next time.
True
If manufacturers dont use it i wont either.
Thank you my friend. You have a wonderful demeanor, the heart of a teacher.
Yup, my #5 had a misfire in my 2004 with 130k miles this year. Pulled the plug and it was finger tight without the ratchet. Coil was burnt also. Threads were stripped. These plugs were from the factory. Crazy and good to know I'm not the only one lol
You're a good mechanic.
just my opinion, nothing wrong with anti-seize, but should use less torque than spec when using any kind of lubricant on threads, since you are effectively rotating it more to reach the same torque
Thank you. This video assiged me quite well.
just a note. lube tq should be 20% less. so in this case should be 14.4 ft/lbs
I dont even own one of these yet, I'm watching repair videos.
Peter, seriously consider using the Denso Twin Tip Iridium spark plugs. I’ve used them with great results. I will be installing these along with my valve cover gaskets on my Tundra very soon....
I used those on my 07' 5.7 Tundra. Slightly more responsive and a tick more mpg (19mpg).
not worth the money
@@rk22cc: Hmmm...Really? Those cost difference is minimal compared to regular Denso Iridium spark plugs. Toyota plugs are more expensive. Denso is the OE supplier to Toyota..
@@jamram9924 there is a sucker born every minute
@James Carroll That’s what they sold you apparently
Thank you Peter always attention to detail
i believe that song was from KC AND THE SUN SHINE BAND !!?? i guess im telling my age, oops!!!!!!
Peter, few observations: yes, always use anti-seize designed for aluminum ..... will you suggest a new #7 coil to the customer ...... and finally ..... that’s Disco! 🕺
@@kingpins9 nice!!
not recommended on Densco Iridium plugs
Don't touch your car !
The only RUclips channel that I immediately change playback speed to 1.25X Hehehe. cool peter
I recently fixed the back door latch and replaced the lock actuator of my 05 sequoia but now the back does not lock. I was wondering if you can make a video to show how to fix it or if you do can you let me know?
Hey Peter...wondering if you have any tips for the Toyota coil connectors that like to break the locking tabs when you attempt to disconnect them. It happens to me especially on Siennas. Those connectors on the Sequoia looked about the same yet you had no issues disconnecting them.
I have an 05 Tundra, like a fool I got the wrong spark plugs (Denso SK20HR11) and got them all installed before noticing the ones that came out were SK20R11, no 'H'.
The 'H' is approximately .130 longer threads into the combustion chamber. The truck seems to run good, better than it did with the worn out plugs. Can I just leave them in and use premium octane fuel instead of regular, or should I replace them with the correct ones right away?
Good video. I found getting and unclipping the connectors was the hardest part of changing out plugs. Yes they were a pain in the _ss I had to make sure I could get all of them off before going forward with changing plugs. Why are they designed like that.
Are NGK Platinum good for Sequoia ?
Thank you Peter. Good stuff.
Great video, I have a question about the fuel filter on a 06 tundra, is it in the fuel tank? Do you have to drop the tank to charge it, heard on some it’s under the driver side seat area along the frame but I do think mine is there. Thanks
Great job as always.
But what about if you’re doing all of them do you have to switch from side to side?
Thanks for sharing this information.
How often should I change these plugs? I have 60k on my current set. Thanks.
Shopping to buy a used sequoia. Would love a video on measuring and changing trans fluid.
Can I ask what type of torque wrench , model
Great video
I replaced mine on my Sequoia and I had trouble getting them all out because they were pretty well stocked in the threads they were dry they didn't go back in dryer I actually put dielectric grease on the threads and the top of the plug .
What's the Gap set at in the spark plugs I have same 1 same color problem I'm having is spark plug Gap size for this truck 2000-2004 are 0.031 believe this might be 0.043? Thanks
Thanks for the video I also have a two thousand five number five was making popping sound I tightened it back up 3 years ago and I have no problems it is about time to do another spark plug change out hoping for the best if it is messed up will you travel to my area and fix it... just kidding that would cost way too much money
I would replace the coil
What could cause lost of power after installing spark plugs?
Nice work and good catch on that coil. Was that crack on a seam in the plastic?
Good video Thanks
Hello! Did you ever make the rear door handles?
I use a lot of your videos as references for my LX470. Thanks! Recently went to change the sparks and found that all eight 10mm bolts to the coilpacks were extremely corroded like the previous owner bathed this thing in sea water lol. I took it to a pro and that person said he never recommends his customers to ever change sparkplugs until 300k or more on TOYOTA! Basically until there’s a misfire and in that case you’ll need new coilpacks anyway. Is this legit advice? My truck has 272k with no previous record, no CEL, idles ok. Could use more power and response which is another reason I wanted them changed.
Great video. I was taught to use dielectric grease when doing spark plugs. I noticed you didn’t and I wondered if I was taught wrong, or is there a reason why you wouldn’t on this vehicle?
Looks Peter has been gaining a bit of weight, just by looking at his face...lol.
Would love to see a video on the Atrack system my vsc light keeps turning on. I took it to the mechanic and they said my computer is bad and I had to take it to the dealership and it's going to be over a thousand bucks. So I just reset it every 3-7 days. I want to get a second opinion before I take it to the dealership you know how that goes. Thanks
Most likely it's the VSC module that's gone bad. Someone in my forums just wrote in with the exact problem and "wipe the code" solution which resulted in a loss of control of the vehicle and a crash. Hope you find a solution one way or another.
On the fence if I should keep it. Translate computer or Yaw computer. 170 dollars to 800 dollars!
Hey @akita toyo did you figure it out? I had the same thing happen to my 03 4runner and there's a quick 1minute video on how to reset it by connecting a couple of the obd2 connections together
Time for super glue and rubber bands (to give it even tightening) for that cracked coil sheathing... Super glue will hold to 300°, right?
Nice compact vehicle. Good on gas, too!
Howdy doo.