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Toyota Sequoia: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (2001 - 2024)

Researched By The AutoPadre Research Team


All 3.4L, 5.7L and 4.6L Toyota Sequoia models have timing chains and interference engines while the 4.7L Sequoias have a timing belt and interference engine.

Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Toyota Sequoia.

Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
YearEngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-Interference
2023-20243.4L TurboTiming ChainInterference
2008 - 20225.7LTiming ChainInterference
2010 - 20124.6LTiming ChainInterference
2001 - 20094.7LTiming BeltInterference

Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.

Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.

2024 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2024 Toyota Sequoia models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2024 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
3.5L V6 TurboTiming ChainInterferenceLifetime

2023 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2023 Toyota Sequoia models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2023 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
3.4L V6 TurboTiming ChainInterferenceLifetime

2022 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2022 Toyota Sequoia models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2022 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
5.7L V8Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2021 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2021 Toyota Sequoia models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2021 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2020 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2020 Toyota Sequoia models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2020 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2019 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2019 Toyota Sequoia models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2019 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2018 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2018 Toyota Sequoia models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2018 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2017 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2017 Toyota Sequoia models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2017 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2016 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2016 Toyota Sequoia models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2016 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2015 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2015 Toyota Sequoia models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2015 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2014 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2014 Toyota Sequoia models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2014 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2013 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2013 Toyota Sequoia models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2013 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2012 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2012 Toyota Sequoia models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2012 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
4.6L V8 310 hp (1UR-FE)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2011 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2011 Toyota Sequoia models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2011 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
4.6L V8 310 hp (1UR-FE)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2010 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2010 Toyota Sequoia models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2010 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
4.6L V8 310 hp (1UR-FE)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2009 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2009 5.7L Toyota Sequoia models have a timing chain and an interference engine while the 4.7L models have a timing belt and interference engine.

2009 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
4.7L V8 276 hpTiming BeltInterference100k

2008 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2008 5.7L Toyota Sequoia models have a timing chain and an interference engine while the 4.7L models have a timing belt and interference engine.

2008 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
5.7L V8 381 hp (3UR-FE)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
4.7L V8 276 hpTiming BeltInterference100k

2007 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2007 Toyota Sequoia has a timing belt and an interference engine.

2007 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
4.7L V8 276 hpTiming BeltInterference100k

2006 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2006 Toyota Sequoia has a timing belt and an interference engine.

2006 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
4.7L V8 276 hpTiming BeltInterference100k

2005 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2005 Toyota Sequoia has a timing belt and an interference engine.

2005 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
4.7L V8 276 hpTiming BeltInterference100k

2004 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2004 Toyota Sequoia has a timing belt and an interference engine.

2004 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
4.7L V8 276 hpTiming BeltInterference90k

2003 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2003 Toyota Sequoia has a timing belt and an interference engine.

2003 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
4.7L V8 276 hpTiming BeltInterference90k

2002 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2002 Toyota Sequoia has a timing belt and an interference engine.

2002 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
4.7L V8 276 hpTiming BeltInterference90k

2001 Toyota Sequoia - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2001 Toyota Sequoia has a timing belt and an interference engine.

2001 Toyota Sequoia Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
4.7L V8 276 hpTiming BeltInterference90k
2023 Toyota Sequoia
2023 Toyota Sequoia

Timing Belt Basics

The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).

A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.

A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.

Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.

Belt Or Chain Model Comparisons

Toyota Sequoia Belt Or Chain Comparisons By Year