I just wanted to give a heads up to anyone who might have an 08 Sequoia. I started hearing what sounded like an exhaust manifold leak under engine load, but not during idle or cold start up. I took it to the dealer and after 2 tries and almost 10 days, here is what they came up with.
1. Driver's side exhaust manifold was cracked. No electronic codes or "electronic ears" detected this. Only a visual inspection showed black soot streaks on the manifold.
2. Serpentine belt cracked and in need of replacement.
3. Water pump leaking and in need of replacement.
All of this happened with 27,000 miles on the truck. I don't tow with it and have taken meticulous care of the truck mechanically and cosmentically. I was blown away to see all this happen. I guess surprised is a better word. I just didnt' expect this at 27k after reading so many great longevity testimonials.
Fortunately, Toyota covered everything under warranty. If it had been out of warrantly, that would have been close to $4,000 for repairs.
Getting nervous about the truck now.
1. Driver's side exhaust manifold was cracked. No electronic codes or "electronic ears" detected this. Only a visual inspection showed black soot streaks on the manifold.
2. Serpentine belt cracked and in need of replacement.
3. Water pump leaking and in need of replacement.
All of this happened with 27,000 miles on the truck. I don't tow with it and have taken meticulous care of the truck mechanically and cosmentically. I was blown away to see all this happen. I guess surprised is a better word. I just didnt' expect this at 27k after reading so many great longevity testimonials.
Fortunately, Toyota covered everything under warranty. If it had been out of warrantly, that would have been close to $4,000 for repairs.
Getting nervous about the truck now.
