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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2006SEQUOIA 4WD V8-4.7L (2UZ-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCESERVICE AND REPAIRENGINE - GENERAL MAINTENANCE
2006 Toyota Sequoia 4WD V8-4.7L (2UZ-FE)
Engine - General Maintenance
2006 Toyota Sequoia 4WD V8-4.7L (2UZ-FE)SECTION Engine - General Maintenance
ENGINE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
HINT: Perform the following procedures when the engine is cold.
1. INSPECT TIMING BELT
2. INSPECT DRIVE BELT
3. REPLACE SPARK PLUGS
4. INSPECT AIR CLEANER FILTER
a) Visually check that the air cleaner element is not excessively dirty, damaged or oily.
HINT: Oiliness may indicate a stuck PCV valve.
If necessary, replace the air cleaner element.
b) Clean the element with compressed air. First blow from back side thoroughly, then blow off the front side of the element.
5. REPLACE AIR CLEANER FILTER
a) Replace the used air cleaner element with a new one.
6. REPLACE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
7. REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT
8. INSPECT CHARCOAL CANISTER
9. INSPECT GASKET IN FUEL TANK CAP
10. INSPECT FUEL LINES, CONNECTIONS AND FUEL TANK VAPOR VENT SYSTEM HOSES AND FUEL TANK BAND
a) Visually inspect the fuel lines for cracks, leakage loose connections, deformation or tank band looseness.
11. INSPECT EXHAUST PIPE AND MOUNTING
a) Visually inspect the pipes, hangers and connections for severe corrosion, leaks or damage.
12. INSPECT VALVE CLEARANCE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
HINT: Perform the following procedures when the engine is cold.
1. INSPECT TIMING BELT
2. INSPECT DRIVE BELT
3. REPLACE SPARK PLUGS
4. INSPECT AIR CLEANER FILTER
a) Visually check that the air cleaner element is not excessively dirty, damaged or oily.
HINT: Oiliness may indicate a stuck PCV valve.
If necessary, replace the air cleaner element.
b) Clean the element with compressed air. First blow from back side thoroughly, then blow off the front side of the element.
5. REPLACE AIR CLEANER FILTER
a) Replace the used air cleaner element with a new one.
6. REPLACE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
7. REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT
8. INSPECT CHARCOAL CANISTER
9. INSPECT GASKET IN FUEL TANK CAP
10. INSPECT FUEL LINES, CONNECTIONS AND FUEL TANK VAPOR VENT SYSTEM HOSES AND FUEL TANK BAND
a) Visually inspect the fuel lines for cracks, leakage loose connections, deformation or tank band looseness.
11. INSPECT EXHAUST PIPE AND MOUNTING
a) Visually inspect the pipes, hangers and connections for severe corrosion, leaks or damage.
12. INSPECT VALVE CLEARANCE
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.