1st Gen Toyota Sequoia (Tundra, 4Runner) 4.7 V8 Timing Belt and Water Pump Replacement

[@patriotseventeen4295]

What a great video. Thank you for not spending time saying "hi you tube, how are you all doing today? ummmm....today i am going to show you...uuu.... how to replace....the water pump on...ummm..." We done, great editing, and clear instructions.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Appreciate the kind words and support!

[@AlexM-np1cx]

But far the best video I’ve seen on this. All the others are like 5 parts with each part 30 min. You explained everything perfectly but cut out everything that wasn’t necessary. Awesome work

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Awesome, thanks for the kind words!

[@duytruong1157]

You did a great job by one hand for camera, one hand for the job and explaining clearly as far as you go ❤

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Thank you for the kind words and support!

[@gratefuldale117]

​@@derekmcguckin2114 Rainman Ray couldn't have done ot any one handed better!! 😅

[@jameschang4855]

Just finished mine with the help of this video, slight note. You have to reinstall the serpentine belt tensioner before the passenger timing belt cover, the alternator and the power steering pump. I see you did what I did and had to uninstall and reinstall all of that stuff to get it installed. Also I highly recommend getting the water pump inlet housing gasket instead of the gasket compound stuff. Granted I say that because mine leaked after I thought I was done with everything. Other than that, it was a solid video. Well done

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Glad you found it helpful, and thank you for the feedback!

[@lynnesaro7772]

Excellent video. Award winning footage and narrative. I have a first generation Sequoia and this video is giving me confidence to do the job myself. Best video I've seen yet on the timing belt. Please keep the videos coming.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Thank you for the kind words! You’ll do great on the timing belt job!

[@joshb4334]

I second that! Thank you!

[@derekmcguckin2114]

For sure! Didn’t seem to be many videos on this, so figured I’d try to help out the community! Thank you all for the kind words and support!

[@joshb4334]

Turns out it wasn't the water pump at all. Ended up being the tensioner and fan pulleys. To replace those though I had to go through all these steps because their fastners are nested under everything else. This video was so valuable to me and helped me take on something otherwise I would have deemed to much for me. Thank you so much because we are really tight on my money right now and this saved my butt by being able to get it done at a reasonable price.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

That’s awesome! Glad you had the confidence to tackle it in your own!

[@obs_vell439]

Just bought a 01 today. I did my research and found that the timing belt is crucial to keep the engine going. You did a helluva job. Definitely saving this video for when i do the job. Good work 💯

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Thanks for the support! It’s been a great rig for me so far! Has about 340k on it, and it doesn’t miss a beat!

[@ryanculler7324]

I completed mine just now and crunk it up she's running nice and smoothly with new water pump and timing belt appreciate your video was a tremendous help

[@albertlevins9191]

This video is phenomenal! You did this job one handed! I am about to do this to my truck and this video will be instrumental to my success! Thank you so very much. I will come back when I am done and tell you how it goes!!! Edit 1: Halfway through, now for reassembly! Edit 2: Done and running. You did miss a step tho. Before you start putting the timing cover puzzle together, you need to install the serpentine belt tensioner pulley assembly. Right after the fan bracket. Still such a useful video!!! Thank you so very much!!!!!!

[@monkeyking-self-proclaimed7050]

How many hours did it take you? I'm no where near being a pro so I will estimate my time for at least 1.5 times longer. My greatest fear is aligning the timing and broken bolts. Seems I have to break some bolts regardless of how careful I am.

[@albertlevins9191]

@@monkeyking-self-proclaimed7050 it was pretty brutal. Took me 3 days. However, when I had to do it, I had a broken rib from about 3 days prior. Having a broken rib makes this job a lot harder. Still, I would expect it to take a couple days. It is a lot of work. Good news? It isn't terribly hard to do. A little tip, the harmonic balancer usually comes off the crank with minimal effort. I used a couple prybars and it took very little effort to remove. Hopefully that helps. Best of luck.

[@albertlevins9191]

Oh, and use a paint marker to make marks on your gears and timing belt. Then transfer your marks from your old belt to your new belt. Should make that easy. As for torque. If you can't get a torque wrench to the bolt, tighten it by hand. Be careful. Aluminum can break under strain. Best of luck.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Well, I’m far from a pro as well, but it’s definitely doable as long as you’re not afraid to get a little dirty! Took me a lot longer because I was simultaneously recording, so I may not be a great judge at how long it may take…

[@JRamirez9oh9]

All the steps are explained perfectly! Gonna start this on my 2006 Tundra this afternoon.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Thank you for the kind words, glad you found it helpful! Good luck on your project!

[@Danzig1387]

How did your timing job go? Did this video help on a 06 tundra? I have to do mine.

[@JRamirez9oh9]

@@Danzig1387 I can tell you this. Make sure the timing is exactly right. Had someone help and ended up costing $3800 for a new engine. Timing was off and pistons and valves slammed together.

[@Danzig1387]

@@JRamirez9oh9 holy shit i am sorry! You guys didnt triple check and turn it over by hand at the crank a few times to verify?

[@Darwinlcruzvideos]

This video didn't waste my time watching it , straight to the poin, God Bless brother, very informative especially how tight are the bolts .

[@CamCanCars]

Thanks for including all the torques 🤙

[@derekmcguckin2114]

For sure, glad to help!

[@tubetuber775]

Great video, Derek. Keep those 1st Gen Toyota Sequoia videos coming.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Thanks for the support! Ended up giving the sequoia to a friend of mine, but I’m sure I’ll have some more work to do on it down tue road

[@zewduy260]

You are great mechanic and great teacher with confidence

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Thank you so much for the kind words!

[@zewduy260]

@@derekmcguckin2114 I was able to change the timing belt and water pump system. Watched several videos but none is clear like yours, gave me a confidence

[@kaskasermedo6722]

Amazing video .. two people job done by one hand. Well done mate. Keep videos coming please.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@Yonder-Bognie]

Welp this is the best vid for this if found for this. Thank you!

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Awesome! Thank you for the kind words and the support!

[@nj-up8kq]

great video, this is how they should be all made, thanks

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Thanks for the support, glad you enjoyed it.

[@Neumann2492]

Descriptive and straight to the point. Good video 👍🏼 I’m gonna do my 01 tundra

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Thanks for the support!

[@socalfisherman6531]

Awesome Video! Putting a string down the cylinder is pretty trick haha

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Glad you liked it, I hope it was informative!

[@marmachuk16]

Absolutely wonderful video. Super informative, straight to the point. Good work! :)

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Thank you for the kind words! Hope it was helpful!

[@johnlivingston9217]

Thanks for taking the time to do a very detailed video, awesome! Is there a video of replacing the starter?

[@derekmcguckin2114]

I’ve only made videos as things on my rig break, so I’ve not done a starter video. It’s definitely quite a job tho…

[@adventuretrails1ato]

Wow excellent video of the timing belt replacement!

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

don't have this vehicle but wow great video needs a Billion views.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Thank you for the kind words! Sometimes it’s just fun to watch a project even if it’s not for your vehicle

[@Arsenal.1984]

Excellent video my man!! Thank you.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Glad to help!

[@bobaliping6373]

Detailed ... now I can replace my sequoia water pump n timing belt

[@bengee5996]

All one-handed? Great work there 👏🏻

[@fishface6247]

Thanks for this. It looks like I'm paying this is a little outside of my comfort zone lol

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Haha, hey, no shame in taking it to a shop, but it’s really not too bad of a job assuming you have the tools and patience!

[@SAMBITAR-w6o]

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[@KeeperPvP]

Quick question, love the video saved me tons of money on my water pump replacement. For the last two winter since I did, this, my car has trouble starting when the temperatures fall below 40°. Are there any adjustments in this process that I may have done incorrectly to possibly cause this?

[@derekmcguckin2114]

I’m far from a pro, more so just a home DIY guy who doesn’t like spending tons of money at the shop. I can’t imagine anything you would have done there would affect the starting. To me, sounds like potentially the battery could be getting weak? Starter went out on my sequoia a few weeks ago, so replaced that and replaced the battery with a new interstate battery, and it starts way stronger now than it did before.

[@spirospappas448]

Great job Buddy your are very explanatory thanks keep up your good work!

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@perdedor319]

You can do without removing the spark plug just line up the marks on crank pulley and cams, keep turning until they line up .

[@sicchuckie]

How much? And where are you located? So calm, ain’t no way. I wish I had patience, and one handed skill, WOW, great video.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Appreciate the comment! Trust me, it’s no easy tast recording and wrenching at the same time.

[@Sour-King2099]

I have a 2001 Sequia, the belt broke. What's the safest way to get the crank and cams lined back up for putting the new belt on?

[@ryanculler7324]

I bought the kit for my 2002 sequoia 2wd hope I can get this done myself as I don't want to wait to put into shop

[@Godfirst9845]

Subbed, thanks for the step by step.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Thank you for the support, glad it was helpful!

[@victorhernandez8065]

How do you fill it back up with coolant without leaving air bubbles in the system?

[@derekmcguckin2114]

You can either buy one of those funnels from any auto shop that fits right on top of your radiator, or just gradually fill it up. You’ll need to start the car, and turn up the heat on full blast inside the car. After a few mins, the water pump will stat pumping out the bubbles. You have to let the car run long enough that the thermostat opens up to pump any additional bubbles out of the system. May take you 10-15 mins before the system will no longer take any more fluid.

[@evirdominguez8104]

Hi! Derek this is a very great video you explain very well muchas gracias

[@el9delcielo]

This is a great video as is. I am in the process of getting the parts from Toyota, so i thought putting the parts list would take this to the NEXT level! This is what i am ordering so far : Timing Belt Part Number: 13568-09070 1 $59.42 V Belt Part Number: 90916-02792 1 $45.23 Pump Assy,Water Part Number: 16100-09201 1 $132.23 Radiator Assy, Mvp Part Number: 16410-AZ012 1 $167.78 (this is optional) Air Filter Part Number: 17801-07010 1 $20.39 (this is an optional item, but doesn't hurt to change it) Please, those who know more about this add any parts i might be missing.

[@chad_smith]

Hi Derek, great video! question: did the cams try and jump on you when you did the 50 degree clockwise turn on the crank?

[@gratefuldale117]

Great concise vid!

[@evanbushong4291]

Why do you need to hold the cam pullys? The timing belt won’t just slip on? I’m confused on that part

[@mimpcinco135]

Like your Vids, bro good job again.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Thanks again!

[@jayinla228]

For a 2002 sequoia you don't need line up the mark to idler pulley that's for 2004 and above.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Good to know, thank you. Is that because of the VVTI?

[@jayinla228]

@@derekmcguckin2114 exactly

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Thank you for the correction! I was using the workshop manual from a 2005, but I should have recognized that mine wasn’t VVTI

[@EliteNK]

2004 doesn't have VVTI

[@alekmartin9999]

Amazing video ..very detailed ...i dont own one but video is awesome

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Well thank you for the kind words, I appreciate it!

[@drakepuckett94]

Awesome video, I couldn’t help but notice your Pivot case on your iPad. I have the same one on my mini5. Are you a pilot as well?

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Haha, good observation! I am a pilot!

[@drakepuckett94]

@@derekmcguckin2114 very cool, I’ve been flying for a few years just as a hobby. Keep the blue side up !

[@moistpudding9606]

Do you remember What size pulley puller is that , I noticed they had a few different ones

[@chuckthompson6552]

Are you saying the 4.7.V8 in my 03 4 runner “is” or is “not” an interference engine? I keep hearing if the timing belt fails, the engine will be destroyed when the valves and pistons interfere with one another. Btw, I really enjoyed your one handed R&R talents. Thank you for taking the time to help others. Nick

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Thank you for the kind words! There is a lot of back and forth on if it is or is not an interference engine. Upon further research on my end, it seems that it IS an interference engine. You’d be better off not risking the belt breaking, and just change it every 90-100k miles.

[@die-eggocamaney6967]

Good Job, just am concerned your cam timing was off, possibly the camera angle. 🤞

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Haha, must’ve just been the camera angle. She’s rolling up in 360k miles and going strong, so can’t imagine it was off at all.

[@SuperBaIIz]

Great job! Thanks for saving me $1500!

[@derekmcguckin2114]

So happy to hear this! Thank you for the feedback!

[@unodfredy]

Wait you had me until you mentioned putting a string down a cylinder lol could you demonstrate that? Does it need to be at TDC when torquing down the crank bolt?

[@derekmcguckin2114]

It does not have to be at TDC to tighten the bolt. However, without the rope or a tool to hold the crank still, it would just free spin as you tried to tighten it. By feeding a rope into the cylinder, as you go to tighten, the pistons moves up the cylinder but cannot complete the stroke because the rope bunches up agains the head. This locks the crank into position and allows you to tighten. Once tightened, turn the crank backwards a couple of degrees and then pull the rope back out of the cylinder. I hope that helps clear up any confusion!

[@unodfredy]

@@derekmcguckin2114 oh okay I get what you’re saying now. Good idea but I have the crank pulley holding tool. So I’m hoping with a long enough breaker bar I’ll be able to stop it from spinning by leaning the breaker against the frame. Thanks for clearing that up I was a bit confused there.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

For sure, glad to help! You’re obviously much better off with the tool instead of using the rope

[@ryanculler7324]

I have a 2002 sequoia did you have to rotate the crankshaft?

[@ilajimenz6336]

do you have a shop? and where is located? great job!!

[@derekmcguckin2114]

I don’t have a shop, just my driveway! Thanks for the comment

[@RTMDPropertymaintenance]

What’s the cost of having the timing belt done at a shop roughly.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Honestly, no idea, but I can promise it’s a lot more than I was willing to pay.

[@tealmountaintrekking6141]

So I recently bought an '03 with 350k on it. The seller claims he had the water pump and timing belt done last year. How can I verify this? What would you do?

[@RicardoVeraJr.]

Usually when this job is complete you'll see the mileage and date written and recorded on the top somewhere on the engine bay. Unless it was done themselves and they didn't write it for some reason. But if it's not written on there you're basically taking a gamble on when it needs to be done bc it needs to be done every 100k miles.

[@fabiokwon2087]

How long did the job take?

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Sorry for not getting back to you right away! The job took probably about 15 hrs or so, but I was also recording clips which added time. I also broke a few bolts which took a couple hrs of extraction, so I wouldn’t expect it to take nearly that long under normal circumstances.

[@IamEmmett]

Man I'm tempted to do this myself but I just don't know if I have it in me. Don't want to be SOL if I fuck it up lol

[@derekmcguckin2114]

It’s honestly not too bad of a job assuming you don’t have the VVTI engine. Even then, just follow the same steps in the video, and you’ll be fine. Cam pulley’s may just be harder to hold onto.

[@Cornpop223]

@@derekmcguckin2114 what changes with the vvti?

[@derekmcguckin2114]

The cam pulleys for the VVTI version use oil pressure to change their position. It’a honestly not too different, but they are a little more challenging to hold onto without a special tool. I actually used a workshop manual for a VVTI version, so you should be able to follow the same steps. It comes down to the pulley positions when removing and installing the belt.

[@TheV1ctor1]

Awesome video. Ima let Toyota deal with that!

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Haha! Hey, no shame in letting someone else do the job!

[@ryanculler7324]

did you have to rotate the bottom crankshaft?

[@fadeddeception]

Was that the first timing belt change ever?

[@derekmcguckin2114]

It was the third change. It has 302,000 miles on it, and the belt has been changed every 100k.

[@slimmm723]

how did you extract that broken bolt, ?

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Drilled a small hole in the middle and then used a standard bolt extractor.

[@evirdominguez8104]

I having problems with the water pump and rear speed sensor ABS light on

[@ryanculler7324]

Do you have to rotate the crankshaft at all?

[@wonderful1329]

How many hours work? How much cost 💲

[@JesseHdez]

excellent video and I dont own a sequoia lol

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Hahah, I sometimes find myself watching maintenance videos on cars I don’t own as well!

[@ryanculler7324]

Wish my fan would pop off like that I'm trying to do my timing on 2002 sequoia and I'm stuck on the fan not coming off that simply for me lol

[@davandjenn618]

Great video. How many miles on that belt before you changed it. I drive a 06 tundra sr5 with 72000 wondering if I should do it now or wait till I hit 100000

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Sounds like it’s on the original belt then. Rule of thumb for most Toyotas is every 100k. However, I think I would consider changing it out more because your truck is 17 years old and the belt is just as old and could potentially have some dry rot on it. Impressive that you have less than 100k on it! I had about 300k when I changed mine, and it’s been changed every 100k. Just rolled over 312k from a cross country trip, still going strong.

[@davandjenn618]

Yours still going strong 💪🏼 that’s great. I pulled back the timing belt cover to look at the belt it actually looked great. Just still always on my mind on the fence about doing it myself. Thanks for the reply

[@CrankieFrankie99]

Roughly how long did it take you?

[@derekmcguckin2114]

It took me a couple days, but that’s because I was doing it and simultaneously trying to record video. Not to mention having to drill out a couple broken bolts that added a lot of time, and having to work on it around my work schedule. If you have all the parts and tools and started in the morning, I bet you could have it done in under 6 hrs. Also depends if you’re working with a rusty environment or not. My sequoia spent most of its life in New Jersey, so it’s covered in rust.

[@initiald22]

I don’t have the tools and I’m scared to attempt this because I might screw it up lol.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

It looks more intimidating than it actually is. The scariest part is potentially breaking off old rusty bolts…

[@initiald22]

@@derekmcguckin2114 yea I bet. I ended up taking it to the shop they quoted me 1500 to do the timing belt, water pump, tensioners, drive belts, new coolant and new seals, so we’ll see what the cost is after I pick it up this Friday.

[@initiald22]

Just got the beast back. $1519.00 out the door. The shop used the Aisin Timing belt kit that comes with the water pump. They also replaced the drive belts and seals on it.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Glad to hear it went well

[@michaelmaas5544]

I’m in the same boat, just picked up a 03 Sequoia with 180,000 miles not sure if it’s ever been done. I’m pretty good with tools but I’m scared to mess something up.

[@markdavila5297]

Can I change the pump without removing the timing belt ?

[@derekmcguckin2114]

No, the pump is driven by the timing belt and located behind the timing belt, so only way to get to it is via removal.

[@sambitar8448]

THANKS

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Hope you found it helpful!

[@pmaint1]

I hope you didn't reusing that antifreeze! I believe it's the wrong type.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Super behind on y’all’s comments, but you’re absolutely right, the green antifreeze is not correct. I flushed with distilled water, drained again, and then used Toyota’s pink fluid!

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

Looks like a salty-air or road state vehicle.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Very astute observation. Spent the first 12 years in New Jersey.

[@417stylin7]

Did everything and now it won’t start.

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Hmm, does it turn over at all? I would double check that there are no ground wires disconnected

[@417stylin7]

@@derekmcguckin2114 yes it turns over.

[@417stylin7]

@@derekmcguckin2114 okay so I checked the timing marks again and the crank is not lined up with the timing pulleys

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Gotcha. That would definitely cause some issues. Working now?

[@cacaphace8137]

I did this 2 times all ready it keeps leaking right away i feel like a failure lol

[@derekmcguckin2114]

Shoot, I’m sorry to hear that! Are you using a genuine Aisin water pump? Did you clean the mating surfaces really well?

[@wonderful1329]

Can you fix for me please I will pay you ?

[@bobsmythe2490]

Terrible video in that the sound trails the video by about 1 minutes so it is hard to follow the disassembly and assembly sequence. But this is better than nothing.