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2013 Toyota Sequoia

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2013 Sequoia.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic (S6)

The 2013 Toyota Sequoia is an SUV powered by an engine with a 7.9-quart oil capacity specified for 0W-20 or 5W-20 API oil and paired with an Automatic (S6) transmission, carrying EPA ratings of 13/18/15 mpg. Across the nameplate’s 2001–2022 history, owner complaints peaked at 692 for the 2002 model and bottomed out at one for 2022, while the 2013 model logged just 12 complaints alongside three recalls. That low complaint count places the 2013 model near the bottom of the range, marking it as one of the more trouble-free entries in the Sequoia’s production span.

Model year202520242023202220212020201920182013

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity7.9 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20 / 5W-20 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque97 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy13/18/15 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 27F · 710 CCA battery, OE oil filter 9030179006. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 27F · 710 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnTAILOEM · verified
Tire sizeP275-65R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8-J inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter9030179006 alt 9672335028
Engine air filter178010S010
Spark plug9091901191
Front wiper blades852220C030 alt 852120C030
Serpentine belt90916A2033
Thermostat1632670020 alt 160310S010
Cabin air filter8713950100 alt 8713907010

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length205.1 in
Overall width79.9 in
Overall height74.8 in
Wheelbase122 in
Curb weight5983 lb
Track (front / rear)67.3 / 68.9 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)51/49

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined13 / 18 / 15 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Sequoia of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.2–7.0 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.20 sec — 2008 Limited
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2016Platinum 5.7L V86.70 sec15.30 sec381 hp4x4
2017Platinum 5.7L V86.60 sec15.20 sec381 hp4x4
2008Limited 5.7L V86.20 sec14.70 sec381 hp4x4
2008SR5 5.7L 5.7L V86.50 sec15.00 sec381 hp4x4
2008Platinum 5.7L V86.60 sec15.20 sec381 hp4x4
2018TRD Sport 5.7L V86.80 sec15.20 sec381 hp4x4
2020TRD Pro 5.7L V87.00 sec15.30 sec381 hp4x4

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 7.9 qt of 0W-20 / 5W-20 API engine oil, 75W-90 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 97 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 30.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity2.2
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear Oil75W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity3.4 Pints
Engine Oil0W-20 · API · 5W-20
Engine Oil Capacity7.9 qt
Transfer Case Fluid75W-90 · GL-5

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts221 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug30.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts97 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug27.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug27.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub249 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub251 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)700 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Spark Plug ManufacturerDenso
Spark Plug Gap0.039
Spark Plug Torque15 ft-lbs
Ignition Timing7-24, Not adjustable degrees
Ignition Timing Reference RPMIdle rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.88-2.04 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity6.91 oz
Standard BCI Group Number27F
Standard BCI Cranking Performance710 cca

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum41.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum42.0 psi
Residual Pressure21.0 psi
Injector Primary Resistance11.6-12.4 @ 68 degreesF ohms
Engine Oil Pressure10 psi @ idle, 32 psi @ 2500 rpm psi
Intake Valve LashHydraulic in
Exhaust Valve LashHydraulic in

Brakes

Torque to Knuckle73 ft-lbs / 70 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket65 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.0019 in / 0.0059 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.26 in / 0.709 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.26 in / 0.709 in
Rotor Discard at or Under1.14 in / 0.63 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
130 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9030 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9022 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miFloor Mat (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels)
Every 10,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
At 15,000 miCabin Air Filter (clean)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Air Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Driveshaft (inspect)
Every 30,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (clean) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 100,000 miTransmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2013 Toyota Sequoia marks a clear inflection point in the second generation’s reliability trajectory. Complaints plummeted from 20 in 2012 to just 12 in 2013, continuing a downward trend that began after the 2008 refresh, while recalls held steady at three—matching the low-water mark set in 2012 and sustained through 2017. This year sits squarely in the generation’s most stable arc, with complaint volumes and recall counts both near their nadir, though technical service bulletins (TSBs) peaked at 363, suggesting Toyota was addressing minor issues proactively rather than reactively. The absence of crash or fire complaints in 2013 further underscores its relative robustness compared to earlier model years, where structural and powertrain concerns were more pronounced. With no pattern of systemic failures emerging from the data, the 2013 Sequoia appears to be one of the stronger years in the generation to buy.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
363
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
12
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 12 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Unknown Or Other2
Engine2
Structure,Unknown Or Other1
Wheels1
Structure1
Air Bags1
Visibility/Wiper1
Electrical System,Engine1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

17V311000Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/StudsReported 11/05/2017

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles accessorized with Southeast Toyota accessory 20-inch Rockstar wheels installed by Southeast Toyota or… Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will install new replacement lugnuts, free of charge. The recall began June 23, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at…

21V920000Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist SystemReported 23/11/2021

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil… Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 363 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
T-SB-0055-24 Rev22026-01-07Unknown Or OtherSome 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
T-SB-0058-23 Rev12025-06-13Electrical SystemThe air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the…
T-SB-0035-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureAcid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to…
T-SB-0038-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureTo prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film…
T-SB-0039-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureThe condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2013 Sequoia take?

7.9 qt of 0W-20 API, 5W-20 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2013 Sequoia have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Sequoia get?

EPA figures are 13 city / 18 highway / 15 combined mpg.