Sequoia Rear Door CABLE Replacement latch not opening 01- 07 Toyota
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- Опубликовано: 30 сен 2024
- Toyota Sequoia rear back door cable replacement for the lift gate first gen 01-07. How to change or replace a broken or stretched latch cable on Toyota Sequoia rear door. How to fix a bad cable for back door handle latch not opening.
bit.ly/RearCable here is one place to get the cable.
ebay.us/TwzKgS here’s a second place to check.
bit.ly/DoorPane... here are the door panel clips.
bit.ly/PanelRem... here are the tools for removing the panels.
bit.ly/SequoiaR... here you can get the all metal rear door handle if you end up needing to change the handle too.
• Toyota Sequoia Rear Do... here is my other video about changing the rear door handle if you need to reference to that video for anything.
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How are you liking your 1st gen sequoia? My wife and I want to sell our house, pay off debt, sell my truck on a loan and buy a 1st gen Sequoia for her and a tundra for me! And then we also want to build a post frame home with the rest of the cash!
That sounds a great plan! We love it. Overall a very solid reliable vehicle. We bought it in 2018 for 10k had 113k miles on it which is super low for these with the age. It was in Portland which was 12 hrs away but worth it cuz it was nice clean and rust free. Haven’t done a thing to it besides normal oil changes, timing belt which is very important to do on time, and this back latch and cable thing which is super common with these. Otherwise they just run. I think this 4.7 v8 is one of the most reliable Toyota engines made as long as you service it on time. Never uses or leaks a drop of oil. Oil is always amber colored on the stick never even dark brown. The only other vehicle I’ve seen similar was a Tacoma I had with the 2.7 4 cyl which is also a amazing engine they made for many years in smaller vehicles. I also like the first Gen tundra from what I’ve seen and would’ve purchased one as well but I inherited my dads 07 when he passed so that’s what I use. That has the 5.7 which is also a very good engine. Not quite as good on fuel. Either one of those you’re not doing it for the fuel mileage lol. But yes, I would totally recommend either one of those for a safe, reliable vehicle for many years. Try to find lower miles if you can in a rust free area of the country if that’s a concern for you like it was for me then you should have them for many years to come. Best of luck on your building journey too!
Thank you so much. I watched your video on how to replace latch. I ordered and told my husband I got this. I replaced the latch and it worked grate twice. Then stopped. I took everything apart again and found that the cord was stretched. When I goggled the cord your next video came up confirming my suspicions. I have ordered cable and will replace when it arrives. Thank you so much. Your video is very easy to follow and now I feel like a mechanic 😃
Wow great job! I’m sorry you had the cable stretch too but that happens sometimes it seems. It’s stretched over time and a new handle sometimes makes it stretch more then it’s used to in a while. Nicely done I’m sure your husband is impressed. 😁
Just found out a trick to save the cable. Squeeze on a lead fishing weight behind the ball and squeeze tight with plyers. Works like a charm 👌🏽
Thanks. I’ve tried that and it didn’t help me. Maybe it will someone else tho 👍
Combining a couple of your videos and one other video, I replaced the latch, cable and actuator. I’m a 65 year old grandma, so if I can do it, anyone can. Sincere thanks for the info!!!
That is awesome! Proud of you! Great job!!
Many thanks Smart Easy DIY for saving me time and money and for this tremendous helpful video. You were there with me all the time answering questions and guiding me. Any videos for the passenger door latch? Thumbs up for you. Keep making more awesome videos. Thanks again!
Thank you!! I’ve never done the passenger door sorry. I appreciate the feedback!
Awesome video, easy to follow and resulted in a successful repair. Appreciate it brother!
Awesome thank you! Nice job.
The cable does not stretch out. I compared my new one to my old one and they were the exact length, dead nuts. The entire problem starts with the actuator. OEM runs about $120 so I just cleaned mine
You didn’t clean the actuator which is the real solution besides buying a new actuator. It’s not the handle or the cable it’s the ACTUATOR
My cable actually broke but when I checked it it was stretched out. That’s good info about the actuator being problematic too but this video was to address how to change the cable if it indeed does need to be replaced.
@@SmartEasyDIYer it broke cuz of the actuator. The handle breaks because of the actuator
Hahaha, I just committed on your old video, nice video again. Thank you for such a awesome videos
Thank you! 😁
How can I fix mine? It has a broken handle
ruclips.net/video/oE7q1-ZWbhc/видео.html
Try this one I did on the handle itself. Thanks
Great job on this video. Been dealing with the stretched cable for a year or so. Thanks for posting..👍
You’re welcome thanks for letting me know. good luck with everything!
This video was a lifesaver!
All went well until I got reattaching the dang cable to the new latch.
Reviewing the video made it click. Thanks a million!!
Awesome I’m glad you got it! Nice job.
Great video! Replaced the handle recently but now I'm having the reverse problem. The lift gate closes but does not lock. All the other doors lock but not the lift gate. I replaced the handle and cable and when I hook everything back up, including the electric connectors, the gate does not lock. All 4 doors lock, but not the gate...is there a way to reset this?
Thanks. I think maybe I’ve heard of that before. I can’t remember for sure but it’s jogging my memory. I think it was something like disconnecting the battery for 30 minutes and the reconnecting and trying again. If all your connections look good I’d try that next I think. Otherwise I’m not sure.
How much does a shop charge to do this???????
I’m not sure. Probably depends on your local area. I’d guess 400 at least probably.
Doing this now...issue i have is the cable keeps coming loose from the latch end... i snap it in but went to open he trunk and nothing.
Today, you are my hero.
Thank you! I appreciate it. 👍😁
Hello! Thanks for the video/ it was great but I’m still having trouble with the cable and I measured it first. Any ideas? I have pictures available
Thanks. So is the cable attached correctly in all spots? Cuz it seems like it should work if it’s same length and connected in all locations.
Pulling on the cable worked at first, but the next day, did not. Any ideas? Tried unlocking every possible way...
It sounds like maybe the cable end came off of the latch inside after pulling on it?
This is EXACTLY what I needed!! I appreciate you making this video!
Thanks I’m glad!!
great in depth video, anyone should be able do replace their cable after watching this.... much appreciation to all you guys on here who go to such lengths to show how things are done ...
Thanks I appreciate you letting me know!
Hello from iraq well done
Thank you!
What do you know, right after I watched your video and replaced my rear latch with the metal one you recommended, I noticed my cable was broken same spot as yours, its on ordered and i'll get to it. Thank you for your time and patience. Great help your videos.👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you for letting me know I’m glad if it was helpful! Good luck.
@@SmartEasyDIYer I think that the non OEM handle may be slightly different shaped than the original because my cable broke as well when I just replaced the latch. I went and got a replacement cable as well but the latch is not able to pull the cable far enough to unclick the door. There seems to be about a cm of dead space on the wire before tension starts. I'm going to try adding a fishing lead weight behind the end ball to start tension sooner...now I just see the post above me from Devin.
Very nice, I just replaced my cable and it didn't fix it because the handle tab that the cable hooks onto was bent slightly not allowing it to pull far enough. Replaced the handle and it works as it should now.
Ok great!
One can zip tie cable tighter at latch opening with door open without disassembling anything. Also lube latch so it doesn't start to stick. Wrap zip around pull cable and pull cable arm tightening cable about 1/2"
Thanks for sharing your experience
I’m having trouble pulling the broken cable to open the door so that I have access to the other end. I pull on it and the door doesn’t open. I don’t know why because I had opened it before with out a problem. Then I ordered the part and now I can’t get it open.
It sounds like you might need to get the bag apart inside and access it that way to get it open. It’s kind of a pain because you have to crawl in from the front over the seat.
Thanks so much brother. These videos save my money. I am now really appreciate the value of having someone show me how to do it. If I were to do it myself I would probably take so many unnecessary part parts. Your video is straight to the point and simple. 👍👍👍
Thank you I appreciate you letting me know!
YOUR REALLY A LIFE SAFER. I APPRECIATE YOU POSTING THIS VIDEO. IT HELPED ME ALOT. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Thank you I’m glad it was helpful!!
Thank you for such a thorough and clear video on cable replacement. I am the original owner of a 2003 Sequoia with 368K miles on it. My rear hatch will not open. How can I be sure that it is the cable and not the lift gate assembly or the lock actuator? I don't hear the lock/unlock sound near the rear hatch so I am wondering if its the lock actuator. The hatch handle is still taut unlike when it breaks and is loose. Any insight you have would be helpful before I spent several hundred dollars on replacement parts. It should be noted that the interior panels have not been disassembled, however prior to the hatch not opening, the lock inside the lift gate assembly would get stuck and stay partially closed/open. Thanks again!!
Thank you! Wow that’s awesome you had it for so long and put so many miles on it! Sounds like you’re good to go for a long time yet. So since the latch handle is tight like you said I would think that it would not be the handle or the cable that’s the problem. I would suspect the lock actuator and or the actual latch.
Great video! The dealership quoted me $350 to replace cable. I feel based on your video with the thorough explanation I can do this myself and save $300! Thank you!
Awesome go for it!
Thank you, very helpful and easy to follow. Appreciate!!!!!!
Thanks for letting me know!
Your videos are the best I have seen on RUclips so far with how to fix this issue. Thank you. Have been trying to fix mine for over a year now by watching some videos and this one by far helps me see everything I need to do clearly. Great video
Thank you so much I appreciate you letting me know! Good luck with everything!!
I’m pulling my cable but it won’t open. Is there another way I can open the trunk?
You didn’t show how the top is supposed to look once it's in correctly!!!!!
I thought I showed popping that last piece on.
thank you so much for the video! exactly what I needed
Thanks I’m glad!
Any thoughts on replacing the actual lock cylinder? Mine is no longer working?
That I’ve never done but I think you can just take that nut off the backside. Not sure you would get it keyed the same though if you changed it. Maybe a locksmith?
Thank you so much for spreading this knowledge. 😊
You’re welcome!
I have a 2001 Ford F-150 and the back doors are both broken. I need to figure out how to fix them. Could you please help me? I’m a 68 year old and I thank you for whatever you can do to help me.
Thanks. I don’t have any experience with fords so I don’t know for sure what’s going on with it but if it doesn’t open at all is sounds like it could be a handle or cable issue inside the door.
@@SmartEasyDIYer I figure the same. But I’ll get it done. Thank you your amazing
Thanks. Wish I could be more help.
Any idea what to do if your trunk door latch isn't operating?
I pull the cable, but the trunk will not open. It seems the actual latch is jammed, but I can't get to it, without being able to open the trunk door.
I answered my own question. Spray wd40 into the whole latch assembly. Push hard on the trunk lid from the outside, while hitting the unlock button on your remote. Hopefully your trunk latch and lock with still have enough ability to free themselves. It took a lot of coaxing to get mine unlocked as the lock mechanism was pretty rusted.
Good for you I’m glad you got it! Thanks for sharing with others.
@@absolute7181 I have the same problem as you. I disassembled the interior parts and I’m pulling on the cable (from inside the trunk) but it still won’t open the latch. Can you clarify where did you spray the WD-40?
Great details…works perfectly
Awesome! Thanks
Does anyone know where I can bet the rubber piece that holds the cable onto the housing? I need to know please!! The rubber piece at 6:10
any suggestions on why the door will not unlock with new cable and door latch? i can open the door when i manually pull the cable.
If your Cable is secured properly on both ends, it sounds like maybe your cable is too long?
The metal on the handle end can get bent and then the cable doesn't pull as much as it should anymore from my experience.
alternatively, you may want to check out this other video...
ruclips.net/video/-2xhNA3InZQ/видео.html&lc=Ugwvh-4s_Yx4qt4Cx7p4AaABAg.9KTuJnallzY9KU8RKMZ6dm
Great video….now I can replace my broken cable
Awesome! I hope it goes well.
That was very helpful thank you so much
Thank you for letting me know!
BEST VIDEO ON INTERNET TODAY I!! THANKS A LOT
Wow! Thank you so much!
Very well done! Thanks!!
Thank you!
How bout if the ball drops off in the lower mechanism?
Off the end of the cable? If so you need to replace the cable too.
@@SmartEasyDIYeryes, but how do you open the hatch to begin with? If the cable is detached from the lower mechanism, then I don’t see how to open the hatch.
Any idea on why I still can’t open it after pulling on it manually? It’s suppose to be unlocked but it sounds as if it’s still locked.
Never mind I got it to open
Ok great
Thank you for making this video.
You’re welcome!
Thank you so much for this very detailed video I ended up fixing my tailgate lack and changing my back light that went out and I need it fixed so I could get my truck inspection done I had a few people that was suppose to do it for me but I was tired of waiting on them so I decide to see if I could do it by myself and I did it I and so proud of myself and I know my father thats in heaven we be very proud of his daughter doing a job like this🤗💪🏾🤗💪🏾 Thanks again and keep making great videos like this in the future
Thank you! Yes I’m sure he would be proud. Great job!!
Where did you buy the assembly from? I called the dealer and it’s sold by them in 3 different parts for over $300.00
The the dealer is very overpriced. I have a link in the video description below the video where I got mine. Thanks
Any chance you can tell me what Clip that is that's holding the Cable in place? Mine is gone.
Sorry I don’t know exactly what it’s called I did some research and can’t come up with an exact name or part number. Maybe if you talk to a local Toyota dealer you could at least see if they can find out
Thanks for the video. Very helpful.
You’re welcome I’m glad if it was helpful!
What if you pull that ball on the cable there and it will not open? I had been opening the hatch this way for over a year. maybe got water inside? but its stuck now, cant open the hatch with this cable.
I could get a cutting torch and take most of the door out around the mechanism, use a sludge hammer and smash it until it opened, but I dont want that approach this time
The whole latch assembly that I’m removing at 5:40 I would try to get to that if you can reach in there and get it to open where the other end of the cable is attached. I would try that method before bashing your way to glory.
@@SmartEasyDIYer oh yes thats what i did before, had the cable just sitting there, roll down the window reach in and pull and pop open the hatch. shouldve fixed it when it would open! too many things to do i guess. but i saw a video where a guy uses some 'L' shaped tool to reach in there and open it, from the outside, hope to try this afternoon I may just leave it like that if it works. he took a coping saw and cut the top so he can use the handle to twist the other side up in there.
wish i had my old shop... my nickname was Blackie because i could do anything with metal like a blacksmith, lots of tools. 90% stolen by a "friend" roomate when i had to move. about $20,000 in shop tools or more, lots of specialty tools. gone. now I have a bag with a few misc tools in there. makes me sick
@@bradleyr4451can you update us… were you successful in getting it open , and how?
@@waterdd1 no. i sprayed it with silicone grease, hammered it , jammed a screwdriver in there and hammered every way and that thing would not open. I was so determined i didnt stop and that was june of last year 2022. the morning? I couldnt go. I ended up in the ER having to get a catheter shoved into the place it doesnt belong. 6 times they had to try and it did damage. I didnt know I could scream that loud. asked the nurse is it painful? no she says, but Im told its just uncomfortable. Ive had broken bones, got hit by a car on the freeway on my bicycle, knocked out, skull fracture that was nothing. Its my fault for not getting this checked sooner, have to get up every hour? all night? thinking it will go away on its own? no, I couldve avoided the damage it did. had to get another surgery for a SPC and it flows but im so messed up now. never forget the day fighting this latch thing. June of this year 2023? some vagrant stole and crashed my Sequoia into a phone pole, gone, no ins coverage
What do you do if the cable snaps off in the actuator? Now how do I get it open?
Hi Beyanka. I think unfortunately you’ll have to replace the cable too. Here’s the video on that. ruclips.net/video/usRoKLzlOj4/видео.html
@@SmartEasyDIYer That link doesn’t work. Can you check again and repost?
ruclips.net/video/usRoKLzlOj4/видео.htmlsi=pW5L9HR8GAne797n
Gracias pa’
You’re welcome!
Man I did it! Took me 3 1/2 hours because I could not get the plastic part to click on on the latch handle! Got frustrated almost gave up! First the handle broke then I replaced it and broke the cable! So that is y I had to replace cable and took me forever as I mentioned above! Almost broke it again but I did it man! Thank you for your video
Wow I’m glad you got it!! 👍👍
Bought 3/32 in cable clamp and cut it longitudinally . Put it in front of the actuator and the lever and squeezed it around the wire. Getting it back in was a pain but has worked fine for over a year.
Nice. Thanks for sharing with others.