Sequoia Broken Handle Removal and Install

Working on a 2001-2007 Toyota Sequoia with a broken rear trunk handle. In this video I will show you how to open the trunk and how to replace the handle out. It's not a hard process just a tedious one. To me the only hard(more like tricky) part is trying to figure out how to take off the trunk cover panel. I hope this helps you if your tackling this job yourself.
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[@farhad9899]

This is a great video and the instructions are clear and detailed. I had the same exact issue with my '03 Sequoia and just finished fixing it. I made a few mistakes along the way and I'd like to share so others may benefit: The hardest part of this is taking off the license plate pocket (the plate holder) WITHOUT breaking any tabs .This thing is plastic and if you pull on it the wrong way or impose undue stress - the tabs will break - I broke 2 of them and one was the tab for the little stud that holds the lock in place - YIKES! The second was the lower tab under the lock that you push out. In the process of pulling out the pocket, if the thing spring back, it will re-engage in the hole and if you're not paying attention, the next tug to remove the pocket, it will break. OK, here's what I did - I epoxied the stud back in place and just left the lower tab as is - broken. In the end it did not matter much since all other tabs are engaged. A new plastic license pocket for this vehicle is $230 online - so...NO thanks. The epoxy worked just fine! Next, after I installed the new latch onto the license pocket, I made the mistake of trying to insert he cable into the latch before putting the pocket back on the vehicle - DON'T. It will ruin the cable as the stresses will break the cable tip where it holds the cable tip in place. So....I ordered a new cable for $26 and this time, I installed the license pocket and then inserted the cable. was relatively easy. Oh, and I had to takeoff the lock assembly to insert eh new cable in it too, but that wasn't a big deal. I did use all OEM parts as suggested and saved a boat-load on labor. BTW, the back power window had stopped working a while back, but I never bothered to mess with it. I knew what was wrong (the stop assembly with two bolts and a spring). There's a tech bulletin from Toyota that says to remove it, but all you need to do is to loosen the two bolts, slide it along its track all the way down and re tighten. Since I was doing this work, I fixed that part too and the window works like new! Hope this helps somebody.

[@salazartankworkshop97]

Great video! I just replaced mine today and it was easy! One word of advice, you can unscrew the 4 nuts holding the window mechanism and then when you lift the door you can move the mechanism easy so you can have a full and clear access to the latch making the removal and install far more easy.

[@splashdogssig]

So easy to understand, follow along to, pause & continue. Highly recommend this video for novice (I have never done anything like this & I got it done in a timely manner!) $9 part off amazon & shop time money saved! Yay!

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

Thank you so much for watching and your kind words!!! I’m glad my video helped you. Keep saving money!!!!

[@phree18]

One more thing, once I connected the cable back to where it needed to go and closed the hatch I was disappointed that it wouldn't open. Someone suggested putting a zip tie on the cable near the ball in order to shorten the cable a bit. I tried that and it worked!

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

Zip ties are the best!!

[@allenejercito]

This comment saved me hundreds of dollars. Zip Tie fix worked!!

[@claymiller]

That's a good idea. i have also added a lead ball or 2 to the cable, using lead fishing sinker balls, and squeezing them onto the cable with pliers.

[@kiyomiarai]

Thank you for such a thorough breakdown of directions. Really appreciate all the links, too.

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

thanks for watching and your kind words!!

[@tbird1773]

Great Video and super easy to follow. my latch has been busted for about 3 years and i just didn't bother with it...until now when i needed access to drop the spare tire.

[@robertrodgers6493]

Thank you soooooooo much. That damn hatch has been broken for 6 years. And I fixed it in like 30 min. U saved me time and money. Happy new years

[@carlosbarrera773]

Thank you so much! Your video was excellent and so easy to follow. I was able to replace the handle on my 2007 Sequoia in no time at all. Keep up the great work!

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

Thank you for watching and your kid words!! I’m glad it helped!

[@phree18]

Thank you! This video was excellent. I did the majority all by myself with minimal help from my dad. Funny thing, the hardest thing in this whole process for me was getting the damn license plate off!

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

I’m glad my video helped!!

[@Cinderelle1958]

Thank you - this was so thorough, it was a great help! I subscribed and liked! I got it all done, but LIKE someone else on here - my back door does not lock anymore! It won't lock with the key and when I try to lock with the remote - it beeps - locks all the doors - then it beeps and unlocks that back door - WHAT - HELP?

[@jesuscruz6883]

Thank you very much for sharing you knowledge. You are very professional and go to the point. Thanks again and good luck.

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

thank you for the love!!

[@JS-pv5xx]

helped me out immensely, from some of the other videos on this were nice that they tried, but didnt go into depth on removing the handle. You save me probably a $500 dealer cost for 3 hours of work and a sold $15 metal piece from amazon.

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

yes! thats what im talking about!!! so glad i could help you save money! thank you so much for watching and your kind words!!

[@Zechs113]

great video with a lot of detail, I ordered an aftermarket handle but I got a metal one instead of plastic/poly ones. My issue now is when my parents owned it my dad made a makeshift handle and the cable has rust build up.

[@Arenralph]

Thank you for this video. I just replaced my latch with your help. :)

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

Awesome! I’m glad I helped!! More wrinkles on the brain and extra money saved! My mission is accomplished!

[@teresaellis1988]

Why not take the license tag off instead of the other stu

[@greenghost7907]

This video saved my ass. Thank you

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

🙏🏻

[@cnsengineer]

Thanks! How did you seat the cable in the handle? I can't get enough pressure on it when reaching inside. I think I'm going to have to pull off the license plate surround so I can access the handle from the outside.

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

Yes that might be the easiest way to do it. I usually do it blindly since I’ve done so much of them

[@cnsengineer]

@@RevvedUpKnowledge Thanks! My products came from separate manufacturers so I wonder if the tolerances are just a bit off so they don't fit easily.

[@racheltan3171]

Thanks for the info! I got to the part where you pull the ball on the top of the wire cable but it still won't open. I'm thinking it may be locked or the lock is broken because it stopped making noise in the back when I push the unlock button. Do you have any videos or tips on how to manually unlock the latch?

[@deibisbeltran1836]

Thank you it was very useful

[@bayare3ptman]

Awesome Video!!!

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

Francis Asuncion thank you 🙏🏻

[@konotreal7126]

it easier to use hanger wire reach from outside right under the middle of the license plate with finger first you'll find/see the seal that cover the dust hole, remove that seal, bend the wire like a hook insert it through that hole snag on the latch pull to the left you can hear a click hold it and lift the gate open.

[@teamcammo7706]

I just replaced this handle on my 2005 sequoia thanks for the help. I do have a couple issues though... the latch and handle work fine but now the lock mechanism won’t work. I’ve tried with the key and the electronic door lock. Also the rear window won’t roll down with the key in the back door. I made sure the plugs were plugged in before securing the lock. Any idea what would cause this?

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

Thanks for watching!! i believe your electric plug on the lock is not connected. double check the plug and let me know!

[@teamcammo7706]

I’m stuck. The latch I got is a metal one and I don’t know if that’s what’s screwing everything up. The lock mechanism works until I loop the cable around he latch and then the lock mechanism stops working and is stuck in either lock or unlock whichever it was in when I looped the cable to the latch.

[@Sansquancho]

why didn't you open the window and access the trim and screws while standing up? You can then roll up the window, then pull the cable to open the door and sit on the outside to fool with the rest of the disassemble.

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

Thank you I’ll try that next time!

[@rich1879]

How come you didn't drop the window regulator a couple inches and reach in there to remove those two Phillips screws?

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

I prefer to do it this way. Easier to be inside and also not everyone’s windows may work to put down.

[@rich1879]

@@RevvedUpKnowledge got it thanks for the video thanks for your reply I'm getting ready to do mine in just a few minutes I finally got all the parts delivered

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

Awesome! Hope the video helps out!

[@badassdiva4753]

Hi. I have a 2008 Toyota Sequoia. The window regulator is rusted and the window is down because it came off the track. I have a power latch/ handle. I took it a body shop and they cant open the lift gate. What is the cheapest way to repair it? They want to charge me an arm and a leg

[@MrProuhet]

Thank you! My only hang up was finding the nuts once I removed the grommets...otherwise, it would have been a 30 min job.

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

MrProuhet thank you so much for watching and I’m glad it helped you!!!

[@CHEVYSORCROWNS]

My latch is broken and window is doing is not letting down, im doing this Tuesday.

[@pacorrovski]

I just replace mine thank you so much your video was very helpful ...

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

Thank you so much for watching! I am so glad I was able to help you!

[@publicEnima]

is the OEM part from toyota metal? or still the same plastic part.

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

Sorry its been awhile and cant remember. Mine is still holding up and I have seen the aftermarket ones bend and crap out after about a month or less of usage. sometimes bend at first pull of the handle!

[@henryvelasquez952]

Gracias

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

Your welcome 🙏🏻

[@kereynolds]

Be careful when removing the exterior panel to push out the bolt by the lock from the inside of the door. That bolt head, which is glued to the back of the exterior panel, can be easily broken loose from the panel if not push out from the inside. Mine broke off and I had to glue it back on. Not sure how successful that will work.

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

Thank you for watching and please subscribe. Also thank you for the helpful tip! I do have a video releasing soon on changing out the valve cover gasket for the engines these Sequoia’s came with.

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

So please check back soon

[@iBJanky]

What is that part with the round black dot at 10:18 ?

[@misterdanton]

keyhole

[@adostephen]

I do same thing . I full cable but still don’t open .

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

when you pull the handle is it really hard to pull or easy? if its hard to pull try pushing on the trunk and pulling the handle

[@marilynbarbie23]

Stephen Adonay. I have the same issue! I’m pulling on the cable & pushing the trunk & nothing happens. Trunk doesn’t open🙁 cable is easy to pull.

[@RevvedUpKnowledge]

Cable might be unhooked from either end if it’s easy/no resistance

[@larrymurphy9486]

Still won't open