2004 Toyota Sienna Consumer Discussions

Question on TSB: Toyota Sienna Door Welds Causing Clicking

• Re: Toyota sienna van 2004 door welds broke [poored]

  Written by: garya1234 on Feb 3, 2012 10:15:59 PM

  are you saying that you drilled a hole through the outside skin of the door, an made the connection? Gary Anderson 650 678 1634

• Toyota Sienna Woes

  Written by: snkbit on Jan 18, 2012 8:21:36 AM

  My 2004 Toyota Sienna van has the following problems: The spot weld failed and if you look at the metal - the metal actually has TORN!!!! The Side power sliding doors have failed - was told it would cost $1900 to fix. Was told the motor died but you can actually hear the motor run. My husband took the door apart to make it a manual one (Toyota wanted $300 to ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Toyota Sienna door popping [mgullon]

  Written by: tabitron19 on Jan 14, 2012 5:38:24 AM

  I had the same problems with my 2004 Toyota Sienna. I actually bought it used last June and had problems such as the sliding doors freezing, driver's door weld making the popping noise, and the trunk randomly closing on me while I was unloading groceries! After reading many posts online about this, I became very discouraged that it was going to be expensive and a pain to solve. NOT TRUE. I ... Read More

Sienna sliding doors freezing shut- HELP PLEASE

• Re: Sienna sliding doors freezing shut- HELP PLEASE [adiehl13]

  Written by: tabitron19 on Jan 14, 2012 5:27:47 AM

  :) I had the same problems with my 2004 Toyota Sienna. I actually bought it used last June and had problems such as the sliding doors freezing, driver's door weld making the popping noise, and the trunk randomly closing on me while I was unloading groceries! After reading many posts online about this, I became very discouraged that it was going to be expensive and a pain to solve. NOT TRUE. ... Read More

• WOULD NEVER BUY THIS VAN AGAIN

  Written by: kk147 on Jan 6, 2012 8:29:00 PM

  I have had so many problems with my 2004 Toyota Sienna. The electric slider door passenger side started intermittantly working. There was no real rhyme or reason: cold, hot, ice, not. Could not figure. Last year when I was clicking unlock and my daughter was starting to open it - it stopped working forever. Of course when we were on vacation in NYC. It started by not being able to use ... Read More

Question on TSB: Toyota Sienna Door Welds Causing Clicking

• Re: Toyota sienna van 2004 door welds broke [poored]

  Written by: snw219 on Jan 2, 2012 3:12:22 PM

  That's great that you were able to do this. If I were more mechanically inclined and had the right set of tools, I would attempt this, too. There is a facebook page created for this specific issue, if you're interested: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Toyota-Sienna-Van-Door-Weld-Issue-Creating-Poppin- - g-noise/101820339938012?sk=wall you might have to copy and paste the web address - it looks likes the hyperlink might be cut off by the text-wrap. This is in case we ... Read More

• Re: Toyota sienna van 2004 door welds broke [kkls1]

  Written by: poored on Jan 2, 2012 2:34:45 PM

  I was in the same boat. I was able to secure the bracket with a 1/4 x 3/4" Allen head bolt. Access is really difficult but the bracket on the inside of the door is actually a "U" shaped bracket and a hole can be drilled on the face of the door. The entire interior panel and speaker has to be removed in order to secure a nut on the back ... Read More

• Toyota sienna van 2004 door welds broke

  Written by: kkls1 on Dec 29, 2011 7:53:29 PM

  My door broke today, I contacted Toyota consumer Affairs and they told me that the vehicle was out of the 5yr/100,000mile warranty period, and there was nothing they can do! I will post something as soon as I make some headway with this Company. San Diego,CA

• Re: Class Action Suit? [snw219]

  Written by: dimar65 on Dec 21, 2011 9:27:04 PM

  article in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel that reveals the automaker will voluntarily fix the front doors on 600,000 units of its Sienna minivan (current model shown above) built between 2004 and 2006. Apparently there may be an issue with the door check mounting panel on both of the minivan's front doors. The door check mounting panel is the piece that keeps the door open, and if the part fails the door ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Sienna Door Weld Issue [katonmaui]

  Written by: buknoy on Dec 19, 2011 2:48:22 PM

  I have the same problem too. I have the 2006 toyota sienna CE. Mine just started a couple of weeks ago and I thought it was just the hinge and I put WD40 thinking that it is just getting rusty but unfortunately after a few more observation i noticed that a part of the door wasn't welded good and that thing is the one making the noise.

• Re: Question on TSB: Toyota Sienna Door Welds Causing Clicking [zeebo1]

  Written by: jim495 on Nov 12, 2011 4:41:44 PM

  I have a 2004 Toyota Siena with busted weld joint on divers door, and local Toyota said they never heard of a recall or defect. I will try to drill a hole and place a sheet metal screw (but I found I needed a angle drill). Apon further examination, I found that the inner cup of the sheet metal that is welded to door has a crack or tear (maybe it ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Sienna Door Weld Issue [katonmaui]

  Written by: broken_car on Nov 10, 2011 8:16:02 AM

  I called Toyota and they said I was beyond the 5 year warrantly period. I am the 2d owner for my 2006 Sienna, initially purchased Fall 2005. I had it repaired at a body shop for $650. One body shop said they would not know until they took apart the door if they could repair or would need to replace the door.

Toyota Sienna Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• traded 2004 LE for 2011 XLE

  Written by: 20042011sienna on Nov 3, 2011 7:32:55 AM

  Oct 28th, we purchased a 2011 XLE with NAV, DVD, and 8 passenger seating for $36,000 and took the $1,000 cash from Toyota to bring price down to $35,000 (the Sticker was $39,500ish) . We added the 100K extended warranty for $1200. The warranty was through Toyota and has no deductable. With today’s complex cars that have tons of electronics the warranty seemed like a good idea. We traded in our ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: Manual Sliding Door Problems [nana1427]

  Written by: lookat1 on Aug 15, 2011 3:28:31 PM

  Hi, I have been trying to find this part for my 2004 XLE Sienna. Left passenger power door stop sliding and got stuck. I ended up cutting the wire as we were in mall and cant return home with open door. Anyway, I have called toyota and they have given me a case #, but I dont think they intend to fix it. I was trying to find the part before ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Warning Lights & Problem Codes

• Re: 2004 Toyota Sienna ck engine light code P0430 [mhill777]

  Written by: fibber2 on Oct 30, 2011 5:32:16 PM

  The maintenance reminder system and the engine light (part of the OBDII system) are totally separate. The reminder system is on time & mileage, On Board Diagnostics is the federally mandated emission controls watchdog that monitors systems to ensure a clean exhaust. So, on to your code... The code you logged was from a reading by the rear oxygen sensor, located behind the catalytic converter. While the front O2 sensor plays ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Toyota Sienna ck engine light code P0430 [mhill777]

  Written by: jeerlinger on Oct 28, 2011 8:24:45 PM

  I have a 2005 Sienna and on several trips usually on the freeway or highway to Las Vegas while traveling at higher than usual speeds for a time the check engine light has come on. Later on it went off after a few days of normal driving. I do not believe this has anything to do with the oil change schedule. When i get the oil changed at Walmart every 5,000 ... Read More

• 2004 Toyota Sienna ck engine light code P0430

  Written by: mhill777 on Oct 28, 2011 5:10:51 PM

  I have a 2004 Toyota Sienna Van with about 140,000 miles on it. My check engine light came on for about a week before I got it checked at a local repair shop while getting an oil change. Van was driving just fine. They pulled a code P0430 - catalyst system efficiency below threshold (bank 2). They had to order the part, so I have continued to drive it. Later that ... Read More

Question on TSB: Toyota Sienna Door Welds Causing Clicking

• Re: 2004 Toyota Sienna door popping [mgullon]

  Written by: curiosity3 on Oct 15, 2011 1:21:25 PM

  I had the same problem, and San Juan Capistrano took care of me... no charge and gave me a rental. Good luck

2008 Toyota Sienna starting issues

• Re: 2008 Toyota Sienna starting issues [rclnc]

  Written by: 1978transam on Oct 14, 2011 3:14:47 PM

  Has this problem been resolved? I am having identical issues with a 2004 Sienna. I cleaned the throttle body which was pretty grungy. Did not help. I believe excess fuel is sitting in the engine on startup. If you wait long enough, the fuel will evaporate. This not a fix but try cracking the accelerator pedal a bit to get more air in the engine. Seems to start a little quicker. ... Read More

Minivans - Domestic or Foreign

• Re: You CAN buy a new van for $20K (approx) [grrldriver]

  Written by: themanindbox on Oct 13, 2011 9:51:34 PM

  Let me start with this, before i end up getting everyone on here jumping on my back.. I drive about 100-150K miles a year. I work in the IT field as a tech that needs a van to carry equipment around. I tend to buy minivans because they are easier to see out of then wagons, get better MPG then SUV's and are easier to park then cargo vans. With that ... Read More

2004 Sienna Hot Starting Problem

• 2004 Toyota Sienna Third Radiator

  Written by: 1978transam on Oct 10, 2011 3:38:18 PM

  I have a 2004 Sienna with 116K miles. The original radiator leaked and was replaced under warranty. While in for timing belt service I was truthfully informed that replacment radiator is starting to leak in minor way. The service rep used the word "weep". I'll be doing the third replacement myself. I have replaced many radiators in vehicles that I've owned, but never second time.

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: 2004 sienna ce sliding door latch broken and door cant open or close [ih8toyota2]

  Written by: nana1427 on Sep 26, 2011 11:32:50 AM

  I feel for you and numerous others with the same problem, I have the problem too. I just encourage everyone to file a complaint with Toyota, this has been going on too long!

TMV pricing on used Sienna?

• Re: TMV pricing on used Sienna? [grrldriver]

  Written by: jpf on Sep 22, 2011 6:35:10 PM

  You'll find used Toyota's are way overpriced. If you want a much lower price either buy a Chrysler (Caravan or Grand Caravan) or GM (Uplander or Montana). I just bought a 2007 Uplander LT (SWB) with 55k miles for about $11k (taxes incl.). The dealership had a 2004 with 133k miles for about the same price and a 2005 with 88k miles for about $15k. I know Toyota is better quality ... Read More

• TMV pricing on used Sienna?

  Written by: grrldriver on Sep 19, 2011 3:55:55 PM

  I'd love some feedback from others who have bought used! I am trying to buy a good clean low mileage minivan. I have tried other brands and models with little success; now am trying Toyota. I have been using Edmunds.com TMV with disastrous results -- nobody seems to accept these numbers. Not dealers, not private sellers. They often get seriously angry if you bring these numbers in. Example: I have found ... Read More

Toyota Sienna hatch problems with struts

• Re: Toyota Sienna hatch problems with struts [fibber2]

  Written by: matterw on Aug 30, 2011 6:33:23 AM

  Update-- I went to Toyota terday and showed them the Toyota recall for the hatch struts (http://www.trucktrend.com/features/news/2008/163_news080722_2004_2006_toyota_si- enna_recall/index.html)... There is also a NHTSA complaint (http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.f10787b/56) I brought. For some reason they said they weren't aware of these complaints. They replaced the struts no questions asked. As an aside, when I was waiting in th eservice area, I overheard the service rep talking to another customer about about the RFT tires. The ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door problem [hainesmama]

  Written by: scottm23 on Aug 30, 2011 3:26:32 AM

  When my door broke on my 2004 I opted to turn it into a manual door and it works just fine. you need to do two things to do that: 1. Hit the manual/auto switch inside the van to disengage the open/shut buttons for the door. 2. There is a cable that runs from the front of the middle track through the door motor assembly and then to the back of ... Read More

• 2004 sienna ce sliding door latch broken and door cant open or close

  Written by: arnaqbb on Aug 29, 2011 10:02:24 PM

  my sliding door cannot open or close and kills my battery...the replacement part will cost me $500 and with the labor $600 is there any where i can get a cheaper part? or any suggestions? im not happy with my van it's costing me alot to get it fixed! im never going to get another toyota again.

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door problem [sdr2]

  Written by: hainesmama on Aug 29, 2011 9:06:09 PM

  We've replaced the driver side door on our 2004 Sienna and both power doors have failed. We've already paid $1000+ to fix one of the doors a couple years ago- we're not doing that again. What did you do when your sliding doors failed? I'm trying to figure out how to disengage the power door mechanism and make the doors truly manual. Right now it's so difficult to open and close ... Read More

Minivans - Domestic or Foreign

• Re: Buying first minivan and need advice [momneedsavan]

  Written by: ateixeira on Aug 17, 2011 4:37:20 PM

  That generally used to be the case, but Kia's engine and trans are new, so reliability is unknown. But remember, you have the 10/100 powertrain warranty to address any teething issues. Same with Dodge - they put in the Pentastar V6 and a new 6 speed trans as well. Toyota is arguably using the most proven powertrain - the 2GR V6 has been reliable and used in the Sienna since 2007, ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Skip Navi/Backup Cam and DIY

  Written by: ateixeira on Aug 17, 2011 4:34:01 PM

  For $400: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4EWHtFe50Y 2007 Toyota Sienna LE Magellan RoadMate 9055-LM Magellan Wireless Backup Cam 7" nav screen with backup cam function installed myself, total cost about $400. OEM Nav cost was $2200 on this model! And I got lifetime map updates included, plus the GPS has integrated traffic, bluetooth, text-to-speech, etc. It's the flagship GPS for Magellan right now. Follow-up video demo of the custom bracket mount I made myself: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcLtA5S3QeU ... Read More

• What to do?

  Written by: kacm on Aug 10, 2011 2:06:10 PM

  We have a 2004 Odyssey EXL w/ 65K mi. Given it's age (and the fact that it's still worth something), we're thinking of selling it and buying a new(er) van. I feel guilty b/c it's been a great car, but I don't like pouring money into older cars which I'm sure will happen soon. Have to say I don't care for the new Odyssey-- feels small inside (esp. their price point ... Read More

Question on TSB: Toyota Sienna Door Welds Causing Clicking

• Toyota Sienna Door Design Failures

  Written by: sdr2 on Jul 31, 2011 3:17:04 PM

  I, too, have purchased my first and last Toyota. It's a 2004 Sienna XLE. The driver's door check mount is only the latest failure. I thought it was simply the plastic part, but it turned out that the spot weld fastening the door check mounting cup to the door frame had failed. I also found out that it's obscenely expensive to repair. Before that, however, both power sliding door mechanisms failed. ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Toyota Sienna door popping [mgullon]

  Written by: mark_phx on Jul 21, 2011 1:19:49 PM

  I too have recently experienced the front driver's side door problem. Of course - the 5 year "warranty enhancement" has expired. The dealer offered to pick up 1/2 the cost for the repair which was $452.00. I declined and instead filed a complaint with the NHTSA and BBB. Neither complaint got me anywhere but I still refuse to pay over $200 for a design flaw that Toyota knows about and does ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Warning Lights & Problem Codes

• Re: 2004 sienna check engine light [samnoe]

  Written by: bis1 on Jul 5, 2011 5:34:38 PM

  engine light came on,vsc and trac off lights came on too,i took it to the dealer toyota capistrano where i bougth it new now its 34000 miles in it,the whole day it sat there in the afternoon they said its done so i went home as soon i got out of the dealer the same lights came back again,so turn around and take it back inside the service yard they said ... Read More

2011 Nissan Quest

• Re: Quest vs. Sienna: back-to-back comparison [808speedcruzr]

  Written by: jakevsnake on Jun 5, 2011 10:16:25 PM

  I recently bought a new 20011 Quest SL model with DVD package and I must say this is the nicest vehicle I have owned yet. I bought the 2004 Quest when it first came out and I thought it was different and interesting for its time but this Quest is far superior in build quality and comfort. The ride is so smooth and the CVT is very nice. Its unusual if ... Read More

2011 Toyota Sienna

• 6 bottle/cup holders for the front seats???

  Written by: rgcc on May 31, 2011 7:33:18 AM

  This is another case of the driver's functional designs in comparison to the 2004 Sienna. Can someone at Toyota explain why they took out all the front console functionality and replaced it with four cup holders for the driver and front passenger? If I include the door bottle storage, the front seat section has places for 2 bottles and 4 cups? As stated in a previous post, this must have been ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Warning Lights & Problem Codes

• Re: My 2002 Toyota Sienna won't clear the computer! [honjugo]

  Written by: jjjjyip on May 25, 2011 8:09:56 PM

  did yr mechanic check the oxygen and air fuel sensor? my 2004 sienna didn't pass inspection in 2009. i paid $2200 to fix it..... fixed the sliding door $2300 in 2010....they said the steering wheel has problem now.....i'm still thinking should fix it or not, it costs $2500..... what the "xxxk"sienna.......

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: 2004 Toyota Sienna Sliding Door back hinge bolt broken [yourmamma]

  Written by: jjllcal on May 5, 2011 8:27:48 AM

  Also, You can buy a remanufactured hinge instead of a brand new one. This might save you some bucks.....

• Re: 2004 Toyota Sienna Sliding Door back hinge bolt broken [yourmamma]

  Written by: jjllcal on May 5, 2011 8:25:00 AM

  I saw my mechanic fix it by loosing up the door from the body without disconnecting all the wire. Make sure the automatic closing mechanism switch is turned off. After loosing it from the body, you can take out the hinge and put a new one. It will require 2 people to fix this problem. My cost is $250.00 including parts. It took him 3 hours. Good luck....

• Re: 2004 Toyota Sienna Sliding Door back hinge bolt broken [yourmamma]

  Written by: socal13 on May 4, 2011 11:08:13 PM

  yomama, Unfortunately you will have to remove the door to replace the middle hinge. I recommended replacing the upper hinge while your at it also. I have a technical service bulletin (TSB for the 2004 Sienna) that shows how to replace the hinge and motor assembly. My friend and I replaced both hinges upper and middle hinge in about 3-4 hours. The TSB can also be found possibly in post # ... Read More

• 2004 Toyota Sienna Sliding Door back hinge bolt broken

  Written by: yourmamma on May 4, 2011 10:43:10 PM

  One of the two back hinge bolts (holding the door to the sliding mechanism) is broken and now the door is sagging and blocks the door from closing properly. Does anyone know how to fix this without having to take the entire door off. The local body shop said they'd do it for $800 (gasp!). It is just a broken bolt. I can see the problem but don't know what to ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Toyota Sienna XLE [jescal75]

  Written by: socal13 on May 1, 2011 9:39:17 PM

  hi Jescal, I do have a part numbers for the middle and upper right hand side power sliding door on my 2004 LE Sienna. You have an XLE and chances are it will be a different part number. Any Toyota dealer will provide you with the correct part number. A friend of mine who works for an Auto Body and Paint shop installed my two hinges for free. I bought him ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Toyota Sienna XLE [jjllcal]

  Written by: jescal75 on May 1, 2011 1:57:20 PM

  Do you happen to remember the part number we are having the exact problem door closes sometimes scratching body of thte car figured it was the hinge

• Re: 2004 Toyota Sienna XLE [jjllcal]

  Written by: nana1427 on Apr 28, 2011 2:43:26 PM

  Thank you for your info, I have my husband checking it out now, the dealership told me today that there are 2 motors in the door and one does`nt work. It still does not make sense, your explanation makes more sense! Thanks, hope it works.

• Re: 2004 Toyota Sienna XLE [nana1427]

  Written by: jjllcal on Apr 28, 2011 12:40:29 PM

  I do not think it is the motor. If the motor is bad, do u think it will close at all?It could be the hinge that hold the door from the body. It happened to me and I have to replace the hinge. The cushion on the hinges has worned off and it is scratching the body of the vehicle. It cost me 250.00 to repair (not from the dealer). They ... Read More

• 2004 Toyota Sienna XLE

  Written by: nana1427 on Apr 28, 2011 12:26:53 PM

  My passenger sliding door will not open if I push the buttons, but if I lift the handle inside or out it works fine slides as normal. I have it at the shop today, they just called and sid it needs a motor for over $850.00, I asked them to look at it again because the motor works fine, there is something that catches the door keeping it from opening. I ... Read More

Question on TSB: Toyota Sienna Door Welds Causing Clicking

• 2004 Toyota Sienna door popping

  Written by: mgullon on Apr 19, 2011 11:22:41 PM

  Our 2004 Toyota Sienna's driver door started to have the popping noise a couple month ago. I finally decided to bring to dealer only to find out it was a known defect. The first guy in Toyota dealer in Redlands, CA, told me on the phone that he is pretty sure it is under 8 year warranty. But when I got to the dealer, a different guy told me it was ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door failure [tsvi1]

  Written by: frustatedowner on Apr 14, 2011 4:52:45 PM

  I have a 2004 Sienna, I have had multiple problems with my power sliding doors. I have had to replace one motor on the one of the doors and now the motor on the other door has also gone out. Each time to have the motor replaced is $1,000.00. I have not yet fixed the second door. I will never buy another vehicle with power sliding doors. You can get them ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Warning Lights & Problem Codes

• Auto AC trouble codes

  Written by: toyota_guy2 on Apr 5, 2011 8:57:58 AM

  The AC on my 2004 Sienna XLE stopped cooling. I ran the on board diagnostic function to display trouble codes for the climate control system. I received code 21. My Haynes Repair manual indicated that a 21 indicates trouble with the "solar sensor circuit". What is the solar sensor circuit? I also received a code 24. Haynes does not list a 24 trouble code. Any ideas on what's going on? Also ... Read More

2011 Toyota Sienna

• More on 2011 Sienna LTD

  Written by: rgcc on Mar 26, 2011 5:59:06 AM

  Just finished our first long distance (1200 miles) on our new Sienna LTD. Have the following comments: The Advanced Tech Pkg. (laser guided cruise control) system is not as responsive as the version I had on my 2004 Sienna XLE LTD. On one occasion, a car pulled into my lane and the car did not respond at all. Had I not braked, I would have rear ended him. The old system ... Read More

How do I know if a given Sienna has VSC?

• How do I know if a given Sienna has VSC?

  Written by: pszalapski on Mar 16, 2011 5:54:11 PM

  How do I know if a Sienna has VSC? I am considering buying a 2004 Toyota Sienna, and Vehicle Stability Control is important to me. I know it was an option on them. The minivan in question does not have a "TRAC OFF" switch (or any switch) below-right of the steering wheel. The owner says it has VSC, and the VSC indicator comes on at start. Anyone know how I can ... Read More

Question on TSB: Toyota Sienna Door Welds Causing Clicking

• Re: 2004 Sienna driver door weld/hinge, now WON'T OPEN!!! [adiehl13]

  Written by: wynona on Mar 16, 2011 12:12:59 PM

  A fellow posted earlier that he had fixed his with new steel rivets. I performed the same procedure on my 2004 (130,000 miles) using extra hard bolts after drilling out the spot welds. Use only high quality drill bits. Access is not easy with wrenches and drill but certainly do-able. My rider side front door had the same problem when the car was 2 yrs old, repaired by Toyota with new ... Read More

VSC sudden activation 2004 Sienna

• Re: VSC sudden activation 2004 Sienna [busterland]

  Written by: spoore on Mar 15, 2011 7:25:39 PM

  My understanding is that any defective part that poses a safety risk is to be recalled by law. Toyota clearly downplayed the safety risk and got around the law. Scary, and tells me that Toyota puts profits over safety and I will never purchase another one. They did not end up charging me the $700 and I filed a complaint! I am glad you are okay, that is the main thing. ... Read More

• Re: VSC sudden activation 2004 Sienna [spoore]

  Written by: busterland on Mar 15, 2011 6:46:07 PM

  My wife and I both had the same experience with our 04 Sienna. Thankfully we were both driving 30 mph or less. I actually had to drive the car for the dealer to prove it was happening. I'm appalled that Toyota is not standing behind an obvious defect. What would have made this a recall? A death? I was told the same $700 price tag, however, I plan to complain to ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Warning Lights & Problem Codes

• Re: VSC and Engine Lights on [ronster1]

  Written by: hisienna on Dec 19, 2008 7:29:31 PM

  This reply is a little late, but my 2004 has the same problem-no speedo ,no odo, and check engne lite-they say it's the abs actuator assembly-something like 2 thousand ++ for the part. My sienna only has 26,000 miles. Needless to say, I'm pretty disappointed and will write a letter to Toyota. Maybe it's not such a rare problem?

VSC sudden activation 2004 Sienna

• Re: VSC sudden activation 2004 Sienna [wwest]

  Written by: spoore on Mar 3, 2011 11:30:11 AM

  As an update, the dealer replaced the part at no cost, test drove it on the highway, and I drove it today and so far so good. I expressed my concerns to the dealer over the fact that the TSB downplayed the risks and that the part was not recalled when they knew that many were defective. I checked the regulations and any defective part that affects safety is to be ... Read More

• Re: VSC sudden activation 2004 Sienna [spoore]

  Written by: wwest on Mar 1, 2011 6:26:16 PM

  TSB's are a bit of a strange "animal". The factory instruction to the dealer service personel is that the customer should NOT be informed of a TSB unless the customer first states a complaint which is covered by a TSB. Very few, if any, TSB's are valid outside of the warrantly period. The result of the above instruction is that dealer personel do not bother to read or review TSB's. So ... Read More

• Re: VSC sudden activation 2004 Sienna [wwest]

  Written by: spoore on Mar 1, 2011 1:31:31 PM

  Wow, I am impressed by the knowledge you all have. I am now concerned however, that if it is the Yaw and they do not replace it, the same thing could happen again. Should I have them replace it too? I pulled up a Toyota Technical Service Bulletin online for the 2004 Sienna and Highlander that indicates that Toyota was aware that the steering angle sensor was causing "some customers to ... Read More

• VSC sudden activation 2004 Sienna

  Written by: spoore on Mar 1, 2011 8:03:20 AM

  Has anyone ever experienced a sudden activation of the VSC system while driving under normal conditions? I was driving 65 mph on the highway going straight on dry pavement and suddenly a buzzer sounded, the VSC light came on, and the steering wheel and brakes were taken over by the VSC system and the car started weaving out of control. I could not steer or break the car. The car stayed ... Read More

Question on TSB: Toyota Sienna Door Welds Causing Clicking

• Re: 2004 Sienna driver door weld/hinge, now WON'T OPEN!!! [kerit]

  Written by: adiehl13 on Feb 21, 2011 5:13:25 AM

  Kerit- I could have written the first part of your email (I posted a while ago and still follow this thread). we also bought a new 2005 Sienna XLE fully loaded etc. I have to say, after researching this on-line, I printed out the discussion, and went right to my local Toyota dealer (Carousel Toyota in Glen Mills, PA), and they fixed it free of charge. Believe you me- I was ... Read More

• 2004 Sienna driver door weld/hinge, now WON'T OPEN!!!

  Written by: kerit on Feb 20, 2011 1:25:36 PM

  I'm absolutely sick to my stomach right now after reading everyone's disappointing outcome with this driver door problem. I too have had problems with the driver door (not the sliding door but the driver door!). 2004 Sienna bought new, summer 2010 the door started squeaking when opened, then clicking, and apparently as it got worse...loud popping sound when opening and closing the door like the door was going to fall off. ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• 2004 sienna xle limited awd power sliding door

  Written by: jivani on Jan 29, 2011 12:22:33 PM

  My driver side sliding door's cable was broken in Jun 2009. I went to dealer and they quote $1800 to fix the door. Then I went to local mechanic and fixed it for $1000. Last week, my passanger side's sliding door's cable is broken. It looks like I will spend more in repairing my car than my original purchase price. Now I have decided that my next car can not be ... Read More

• The video is a great idea!

  Written by: occasita on Jan 21, 2011 10:25:47 AM

  I am one of the people here that has had the motor in the sliding door of their 2004 Sienna break. The people at Toyota have done nothing but ignore this issue. Maybe if we could get someone who can do video editing to compile lots of short shots of the broken doors, then make a video of it and post it to YouTube we'd get some attention. At this point ... Read More

• 2004 Sienna Sliding doors don't work

  Written by: alhock on Jan 18, 2011 2:24:30 PM

  Ours sliding doors finally went out a year ago as well, and we've been nursing it for the past year. But as of last week it doesn't open at all now. We took it to the dealer today. They are replacing our seatbelts that are stuck--a few years after the recall was performed I might ad. (Did they even repair it correctly the first time?). I'm waiting to hear what they ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Toyota Sienna Doors [cerrillos]

  Written by: macdukep on Jan 4, 2011 6:42:55 PM

  TOTALLY AGREE! they should have been recalled. Mine also freeze shut every time the temp is below freezing. POOR QUALITY! WON"T BUY ANOTHER!

• Re: 2004 Toyota Sienna Doors [kboule]

  Written by: macdukep on Jan 4, 2011 6:41:21 PM

  My manual sliding door would not unlatch. It was as if it was locked when it was not. I took it to the dealer and they said it would cost over $950.00 to fix. Meanwhile they said they could fix my driver side front door for free. I said, there's nothing wrong with that door and they said something on it had been recalled. I let them fix it and then ... Read More

• Re: Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problem [ateixeira]

  Written by: johns397 on Dec 28, 2010 6:19:12 AM

  Our 2004 Sienna has had problems with inoperative left AND right doors at least four times each since we've owned the vehicle (new). Here are the list of problems we've had with these doors: Mar 04: Left siding door not opening (dealer fixed) (~ 20000 miles) Sept 14, 05: Right sliding door not opening, left sliding door intermittently not opening (dealer fixed) Sept 21, 05: Right sliding door not opening(dealer fixed ... Read More

2004 Toyota Sienna Burning Smell

• Re: 2004 Toyota Sienna Burning Smell [watsonhna]

  Written by: tarheelmom on Dec 22, 2010 7:26:49 PM

  I have the exact same problem with a 1998 Sienna, it just started at 110,000 miles I get he oil changed every 3000K. SO Many things have gone wrong with this model I will never again buy Toyota.

Minivans - Domestic or Foreign

• Re: Looking to buy a used minivan for $6-7K [gs451]

  Written by: ateixeira on Dec 22, 2010 8:29:25 AM

  It seems all the Japanese vans (Sienna, Odyssey, MPV, Quest) all have some type of trnasmission issues That's a myth. Odys trannys have been fine since about 2004 or so. I doubt you're shopping for something 2003 or older. Siennas never had trans problems. In fact Toyota waited to put the 6EAT in the Sienna only after early issues were resolved, so used ones go with the proven 5 speed automatic. ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problem [jjjjyip]

  Written by: ateixeira on Dec 20, 2010 9:15:43 AM

  at least Korean cars have 10yrs warranty The powertrain warranty would not cover the door cable. A 2004 Kia's B2B warranty would have expired in 2008 or 2009, depending upon when you bought it. You may want to consider an extended warranty, just make sure it covers your door.

• Re: Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problem [jjjjyip]

  Written by: occasita on Dec 19, 2010 7:10:51 AM

  Slyons..... that sounds exactly like what happened with our door. Thank goodness I was in our driveway though. I had AAA tow the car to the dealers. They would do absolutely nothing for us. Considering all the other recalls on this (2004) vehicle, you'd think they'd want to fix the door. Families are the ones that buy the Siennas, and really like the automatic doors, right? Why piss off your best ... Read More

• Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problem

  Written by: jjjjyip on Dec 18, 2010 6:19:54 PM

  12/14 early rainy morning, I dropped my daughter off at school, and when I tried to close the 2004 sienna power sliding door, it stopped half way. I got off the car tried to push it back manually, but suddenly the the door fell off the track and hit the car. OMG, big dent and scratches; I never scratched my car before. I called my husband and he asked me to ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Toyota Sienna Doors [kboule]

  Written by: tillsonburg on Dec 14, 2010 2:40:30 PM

• Re: 2004 Toyota Sienna Doors [macdukep]

  Written by: kboule on Dec 14, 2010 11:08:02 AM

  I am so frustrated with this car, specifically the doors. Every winter - frozen out of the car and my automatic door cable snapped and the dealer wants $2000 to repair a problem they should have recalled! I have a question for you, you state that a local mechanic fixed something on your door for you, what was it?

Minivans - Domestic or Foreign

• Re: Inside Line comparo of 2011 Odessey vs Sienna [yatesjo]

  Written by: ateixeira on Oct 21, 2010 8:07:46 AM

  I'll pre-empt this by saying that for me the 8 seats were a priority, and today's Odyssey offers a bigger/better 8th seat (middle row, center), so that would likely be my choice. However... That write-up is severely flawed. First, if they drove an Ody priced like their Sienna, it would have come with a lesser 5 speed transmission, hurting both acceleration and fuel economy. Then they missed many, many things the ... Read More

Question on TSB: Toyota Sienna Door Welds Causing Clicking

• Re: 2004 XLE had this issue [tfaw_big]

  Written by: adiehl13 on Aug 7, 2010 2:30:51 PM

  Oops- I forgot. We have the platinum warranty as well, so earlier when I stated, "they fixed it out of warranty" that was misinformation... SORRY. The only way I would buy another Toyota would be if they made the Sienna a hybrid. That's what I've been waiting for. a more fuel efficient/more environmentally friendly minivan with all the bells and whistles.

• Re: Question on TSB: Toyota Sienna Door Welds Causing Clicking [adiehl13]

  Written by: rlmarkow on Aug 7, 2010 12:32:24 PM

  Ours is a 2004 Sienna XLE w/ 89,900 miles. Went to the dealer yesterday, complained about the door....the service dept told us they had fixed alot of those but ours was out of warranty. Called corporate headquarters.....basically told us we were SOL. So sorry I purchased a Rav4 last year. Guess we all need to start making alot of noise including going to consumer affairs. Post your issue wherever we can. ... Read More

• 2004 XLE had this issue

  Written by: tfaw_big on Aug 5, 2010 11:28:08 PM

  My 2004 (now since traded in) had the driver door weld issue back in 2006 or 2007. The dealer first tried to claim there was no issue. This was Longo Toyota, The a few weeks later, the door would not open at all. They then said the cost to fix would be about 1,800. I then said, great because my Platinum warranty (7 years/100000) would cover that issue. That was checkmate, ... Read More

The New 2011 Sienna Minivan - Mommy Hate

• Parent Hate as well

  Written by: tfaw_big on Aug 5, 2010 11:20:19 PM

  We bought a top-of-the-line LTD AWD with all the options about 6 weeks ago. We had owned a 2004 XLE prior, and we need to replace the 2004 with this new 2011. Because we had just moved to Chicago, I decided we needed a minivan with AWD, so I decided to go with Sienna, although my initial reaction to the 2011 was fairly negative. Anyhow, the interior of the 2011 just ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: - [wowzer]

  Written by: slyons on Jul 21, 2010 12:01:10 PM

  I had the same above problem with my Sienna 2004 and have not had the door fixed due to the cost of $2000 1 month after warranty ran out. If you do buy a Toyota buy the extended warranty. We did not buy it due to there reputation that is no longer is the case. I still have my van and it was in a accident we are toying with the ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Sienna Tailgate problems - Recall Imminent [faultysienna]

  Written by: jjllcal on Jul 20, 2010 3:22:34 PM

  It is kind of sad that Toyota did not learn from past mistake. Three weeks after we bought our brand new 2004 van, we had a recall from Toyota to replace the feul tank because of safty issue. Brought the van into the shop and they replaced the feul tank. We thought that was easy. Seven days later, coming out from a parking lot after picking up our kids and kids's ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Sliding Door Latch Problems [foxyesq]

  Written by: jjllcal on Jul 14, 2010 11:17:03 AM

  When we bought our 2004 sienna, we thought toyota is reputable with everything. What could have gone wrong right. Everything is wrong with this van. Just to list -Welding problem with the front door, electric automatic sliding door, seat belts- seat belt does not release easily and does not retract at all, steering wheel control arm, rear disc brake housing - it is a air-tight housing does not allow brake dust ... Read More

• Re: - [dudleyr]

  Written by: wowzer on Jul 14, 2010 8:14:37 AM

  Good luck with getting Toy-car-ota to fix anything. I hate my 2004 Sienna LE with the power sliding door because of this disaster. When my door went bad, it was 1 month over the warranty---1 month. Neither Toy-car-ota nor the stealership was willing to help...the price was $2000, IIRC. The problem is that the sliding door coil is housed inside a paper thin plastic assembly. When that 1 cent assembly cracks, ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Brakes

• Re: 2004 Sienna Brake failure [ateixeira]

  Written by: roledan on Jul 13, 2010 11:57:13 AM

  Thank you for the reply. yes, we had the brake fluid changed before our trip. Our mechanic said toyota doesnt have a recommended schedule change for brake fluid but he changed the fluid becuse it was looking black.

• 2004 Sienna Brake failure

  Written by: roledan on Jul 13, 2010 9:00:07 AM

  I have a 2004 Toyota Sienna XLE Limited AWD with 90,000 miles. On a recent trip after driving about 300 miles on cruise control the brake pedal faded to the floor. I was able to coast to a stop and had it checked out by a mechanic who said everything was fine. They must have overheated. The van has never done this before. I am afraid to drive it now. Has ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Navigation System

• Nav system functions

  Written by: rjeok on Jul 11, 2010 12:12:57 PM

  I currently use a Garmin GPS in my 2004 Sienna, no Toyota Nav system. I am planning on buying a 2011 LTD FWD and know I will have to take a Toyota Nav system. My questions about the nav system are: 1) Can you put in a destination and a "via" point, so you can control how the nav system will direct you. 2) If you hit a snag on the ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Deal details... [jay164]

  Written by: mastergunnera8 on Jul 1, 2010 1:59:57 PM

  Thanks to everyone here!!!! Thanks to this thread (and this post) Got my deal on a 2011 Sienna LE 8 passenger from DARCARS Toyota Scion in Silver Spring MD. What a great buying experience and price!! My sticker was 30244 and we walked out the door driving for less than 27500. BTW my state has 3% sales tax. That killed everyone else around..my salesperson was BT (PM me for info) and ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Brakes

• Re: 2004 Sienna Rear Brake Shoe Thickness [ateixeira]

  Written by: csmith6789 on Nov 13, 2009 5:58:41 AM

  I have paid $2,000 for brake service since buying my 2002 Sienna van. Now the shop wants to replace the front struts and shocks, saying that they are weakened due to all the weight of the van during stopping transferring to the front brakes/axle. Before dRopping another $ 900 into the front end, any advice out there? CS PS: There is a lot of good info at: http://www.carsurvey.org/reviews/toyota/sienna/r52713/comments/page-3/

Toyota Sienna Navigation System

• Looking to update 2.1 Navigation on Toyota Sienna

  Written by: twinsdad23 on Jun 25, 2010 1:48:14 PM

  I just purchased a used 2004 Toyota Sienna with a Navigation that states that it is 2.1. I have never updated any type of navigation system before. My question is am I able to just upgrade with the latest software or disks or whatever is used? I would also like to know where I would be able to find what I needed? I understand that I could contact a dealer but ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: Fix Door at Home? [scottm23]

  Written by: socal13 on Jun 16, 2010 6:40:28 PM

  Hi, We replaced the upper and middle right hand side sliding power door hinge on my 2004 Sienna LE. Cost of both hinges was about $110.00. My friend and followed the TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) in post 146. We didn't have to replace the motor/cable assembly. The door started to rub against the quarter panel due to a worn bushing in the middle hinge. We did take the door completely off ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Power Rear Hatch

• Rear Hatch Does Not Come Down

  Written by: deipert on Jun 16, 2010 12:56:39 PM

  I have a 2004 Sienna that is still under the extended warranty. The power rear hatch does not always down automatically. It starts to come down half way and then it goes back up again as if something is interfering with the door. The struts were replaced as part of the recall. The problem shows up more after the van is sitting outside in the sun. A Goodyear technician determined that ... Read More

2011 Toyota Sienna

• Install Sonar

  Written by: rjeok on Jun 14, 2010 8:46:56 AM

  I have a 2004 Sienna XLE that has front & rear sonar and laser cruise control. I dodn'twant to get a Sienna limitted to get these options ( I think the garmin nuvi gps is far superior to the Toyota). My question is: can I get a stripped down xle and have the sonar and laser cruise control added by the dealer service dept or other after market installers. Thanks for ... Read More

• Re: Random questions for a 2011 Sienna AWD LTD [luvmyhondas]

  Written by: foggy6 on Jun 7, 2010 5:25:12 AM

  Just a few words from an owner of three Sienna vans...2004, 2006 and now 2011. For the naysayers about the Nav system, had it on all three, it is always spot on and when you have it on "ETA", rarely if ever is off more than a minute if that. As far as the dash, it works for us and in fact seems to be better than the soft effect what ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• I fixed the door...

  Written by: scottm23 on Jun 7, 2010 5:13:48 AM

  I have a 2004 that thankfully only has (had) one power sliding door. Great feature when dropping kids off at elementary school. Not so necessary now that they are older. Anyways, I used the TSB referenced in post #146 (give or take a couple posts) as a guide. Here is the link: http://toyota.justanswer.com/uploads/snd27613/2008-07-17_221901_sienna_door_inop- _tsib.pdf Because the motor still worked a little, I thought it may be the hinge so I ordered ... Read More

2011 Toyota Sienna

• Random questions for a 2011 Sienna AWD LTD

  Written by: tfaw_big on Jun 1, 2010 8:38:14 AM

  Just bought a Sienna LTD AWD. I have a few questions. Question (1) My Sienna came with run flat tires which I have my doubts about. My specific question is how the run flats will fare in the snow of Chicago 'burbs. On my 2004 Sienna, I simply had an extra tire in the back, because it was just too darn hard to get the little spare from underneath the seat. ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2011 LTD AWD

  Written by: tfaw_big on May 29, 2010 4:25:28 PM

  Finally found the right model and the right color at sort-of the right price. I live in Chicago, having moved from SoCal last year. I was replacing a 2004 Sienna XLE that was falling apart at 110,000 miles. I did not get a great price, but my old van was no longer safe and I want to take the kids on a drive to Toronto in a few weeks. So I ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Navigation System

• Re: upgrade Navi System in 2008 Toy Sienna XLE Limited [avis1001]

  Written by: gpsjunkie on May 17, 2010 2:07:48 PM

  It's fairly easy, if not expensive. Just go to your Toyota dealer and tell them which model and year you have and they can look it up. Most probably they will have to order it, for about $200. It won't be under warrantee. I have a 2004 Sienna and the disk drive is under the passenger side front seat and the access door faces toward the back of the unit. It's ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: Toyota Sienna Slider Door Broke Car Window [klimist]

  Written by: klimist on May 9, 2010 12:27:31 PM

  I just read this article today on Yahoo Finance and it talks in the 14th and 15th paragraph about a woman who owns a 2004 Sienna and her sliding door failed and now she is not interested in buying a new Sienna or any other Toyota for that matter. Wake up Toyota!!! http://finance.yahoo.com/news/Toyota-faces-skeptics-as-apf-1233530185.html?x=0

Toyota Sienna Heating / Cooling

• Re: 2004 Sienna Rear Heat Issue [beekeeper2020]

  Written by: hsladyrose on May 3, 2010 7:35:42 PM

  I am having a similar issue with our 2005 Sienna. It started out with not blowing cold when I'd have a/c on..and I'd have to turn it off and then turn it back on to get the cold air to engage. Frustrating! Well then, the front fans stopped workinge entirely, but rear ones still work. Do you think this also might attribute to the same switch you found? I'd hate to ... Read More