Toyota Sequoia (2001–2007)
U.S.-market specifications. Items flagged UNVERIFIED have not yet been matched to a Toyota factory document. Confirm them before you rely on them.
Overview & model years
Built in Princeton, Indiana on the first-generation Tundra platform. Full-time 4WD with a locking center differential was standard on 4x4 models. The 2UZ-FE received VVT-i in 2005.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| U.S. model years | 2001–2007 |
| Built | Princeton, Indiana (TMMI) |
| Wheelbase | 118.1 in (3,000 mm) |
| Seating | 8 passengers |
Engines (U.S. market)
| Engine | Years | Type / displacement | Output (SAE net) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2UZ-FE | 2001–2004 | 4.7 L DOHC V8 | 240 hp (179 kW) (Wikipedia) |
| 2UZ-FE VVT-i | 2005–2007 | 4.7 L DOHC V8 | 282 hp (2005); 273 hp (2006–07, SAE J1349 rerating) (Wikipedia) |
Drivetrain: transmissions, transfer case, axles, lockers
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Automatic | A340F 4-speed (2001–2004), A750F 5-speed (2005–2007) |
| Transfer case | Full-time with locking center differential (4x4) |
| Front axle | IFS |
| Rear axle | Solid axle, 4-link coil |
| Lockers | No factory axle locker; A-TRAC / VSC |
Dimensions & weights
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 118.1 in (3,000 mm) |
| Length | 203.9 in (5,179 mm) |
| Width | 76.0–78.9 in (1,930–2,004 mm) |
| Height | 72.8–76.2 in (1,849–1,935 mm) |
Fluid capacities
| System | Capacity (US / metric) | Fluid |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil (2UZ-FE, with filter) | 6.6 US qt (6.2 L) | 5W-30 typical |
| Automatic | Drain & refill 2.1 US qt; dry 13.0 US qt (2003) | Dexron III |
| Transfer case | 1.3 US qt (1.2 L) | API GL-4 or GL-5, SAE 75W-90 |
| Front differential | 1.22 US qt (1.15 L) | API GL-5 hypoid gear oil (viscosity per manual) |
| Rear differential | 3.86 US qt (3.65 L) | API GL-5 hypoid gear oil (viscosity per manual) |
| Fuel tank | 26.0 US gal (98 L) (98.5 L) | Unleaded |
Refill capacities are approximate. Fill to the dipstick, check plug, or reservoir mark, not by volume alone. Use the fluid grade on your oil filler cap / owner’s manual.
Key torque specs
| Fastener | Torque (ft-lb / N·m) |
|---|---|
| Wheel (hub) nuts | 83 ft-lb (110 N·m) |
| Engine oil drain plug | 29 ft-lb (39 N·m) |
| Cylinder head bolts (2UZ-FE) | 32 N·m (24 ft-lb), then +90°, then +90° (2UZ-FE engine repair manual via lc100e) |
Always confirm torque values in the factory repair manual for your exact year and engine. Use a calibrated wrench; tighten wheel nuts in a star pattern and re-check after 50 miles. Values marked UNVERIFIED are commonly published figures we have not yet matched to a Toyota document.
Paint colors
Code 056
Code 202
Code 1C7
Code 1E3
Code 6R1
Code 6T8
Code 8P9
Code 1B1
Code 3Q3
Swatches are approximate screen colors. Order paint by the code on the vehicle’s ID label (driver door jamb or firewall, marked C/TR or COLOR), never by the swatch. Lists show common U.S. colors and are not complete for every year. Code–name pairs confirmed via the automotivetouchup Toyota color listings; availability varies by year and trim.
Trims & options
| Trim / package | Years | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| SR5 | 2001–2007 | |
| Limited | 2001–2007 | Leather, upgraded audio |
VIN decoding basics
| Position | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1 | Country: J = Japan, 4/5 = USA, 3 = Mexico |
| 1–3 | World Manufacturer ID (e.g. JT_ = Toyota Japan) |
| 4–8 | Vehicle descriptor: body, engine, series/model code (varies by era) |
| 9 | Check digit |
| 10 | Model year: B=1981 … Y=2000, 1=2001 … 9=2009, A=2010 … S=2025, T=2026 (no I, O, Q, U, Z, 0) |
| 11 | Assembly plant |
| 12–17 | Serial number |
Decode any 1981+ VIN free at NHTSA vPIC. The paint code and trim code are printed on the ID label, not encoded in the VIN.
Factory manuals & brochures
Official and public sources only. We do not host copies of copyrighted Toyota manuals.
- Operation CHARM: factory service information, 1982–2013 (public, free) ↗
- Toyota Owners: owner’s manuals & warranty guides (official) ↗
- NHTSA vPIC VIN decoder (U.S. government) ↗
- NHTSA recalls lookup by VIN ↗
- Toyota Technical Information System (official factory repair manuals, paid subscription) ↗
- Toyota Newsroom (official press kits & spec sheets) ↗