The 2nd gen Sequoia shares its 5.7L V8 and 6-speed automatic with the Tundra, but not its drivetrain. The Sequoia's 4WD is full-time with a center differential, and it rides on independent rear suspension, so the transfer case oil, the rear diff capacity and the cooling capacity all differ from a Tundra. A Tundra spec sheet will get you close on the engine and wrong underneath. Every number here is from Toyota's own owner's manual for the 2020 Sequoia.
Reference capacities. Toyota prints these as reference amounts. Fill engine oil to the dipstick, gear oil to the bottom of the fill hole, and the automatic transmission at its overflow plug using Toyota's temperature procedure.
2nd Gen Sequoia Fluid Capacities
| FLUID | TYPE | CAPACITY |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil, 5.7L (3UR-FE) | SAE 0W-20 (5W-20 OK until the next change) | 8.5 qt / 8.0 L with filter; 7.9 qt / 7.5 L without |
| Coolant | Toyota Super Long Life Coolant | 13.1 qt / 12.4 L; 14.1 qt / 13.3 L with towing package |
| Automatic transmission (6-speed) | Toyota Genuine ATF WS | 11.7 qt / 11.1 L |
| Transfer case (4WD) | Gear oil API GL-5, SAE 75W-90 | 1.43 qt / 1.35 L |
| Front differential (4WD) | Toyota LT 75W-85 GL-5 | 2.17 qt / 2.05 L |
| Rear differential | Toyota LT 75W-85 GL-5 | 1.64 qt / 1.55 L |
| Power steering | DEXRON II or III ATF | n/a |
| Brake fluid | DOT 3 (SAE J1703) | n/a |
| Fuel tank | Unleaded, 87 octane | 26.4 gal / 100 L |
The transfer case is not the Tundra's. The Sequoia's full-time 4WD transfer case takes 75W-90 GL-5 gear oil, 1.43 qt. The 2014–2021 Tundra's part-time case takes Toyota Transfer Gear Oil LF 75W. Use the right one for the truck in front of you.
Spark plugs: DENSO SK20HR11 iridium, gap 0.043 in. (1.1 mm). Toyota's schedule replaces them at 120,000 miles.
Earlier years. Toyota sold the 2nd gen Sequoia from 2008 to 2022, and some early years also offered a 4.6L V8. The figures above are for the 5.7L from the 2020 manual. If you have a 4.6L or an early truck, confirm against your own owner's manual.
Factory Tire Sizes and Wheel Torque
| SIZE | WHEEL | COLD PRESSURE (FRONT / REAR) |
|---|---|---|
| P275/65R18 114T | 18 x 8J | 33 / 33 psi |
| P275/55R20 111H | 20 x 8J | 30 / 33 psi |
The full-size spare is a P255/70R18 on an 18 x 8 wheel, inflated to 33 psi. Lug nut torque is 97 ft-lb on aluminum wheels and 154 ft-lb on steel wheels. Use the tire placard on your door jamb for your exact truck.
Service Tips
- Pull the fill plug before the drain plug on the transfer case and both diffs.
- The rear diff is small. At 1.64 qt it takes less than half a gallon, so do not expect a Tundra-sized drain.
- ATF WS has no dipstick, and a drain and refill only replaces part of the fluid. Toyota's fill check is done at the overflow plug in a narrow temperature window.
- After water crossings, check the diffs and the transfer case for milky oil.
Parts for Sequoia Fluid Service
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| ITEM | USED FOR | BUY |
|---|---|---|
| Genuine Toyota 0W-20 motor oil, 4 qt | Oil changes (three jugs cover 8.5 qt) | Shop on Amazon |
| Toyota Super Long Life Coolant, 50/50 premix | Coolant changes and top-offs | Shop on Amazon |
| Genuine Toyota ATF WS, 1 qt | Automatic transmission service | Shop on Amazon |
| Toyota LT 75W-85 GL-5 gear oil (08885-02506) | Front and rear differentials | Shop on Amazon |
| 75W-90 GL-5 gear oil | Transfer case | Shop on Amazon |
| Genuine Toyota DOT 3 brake fluid | Brake fluid service | Shop on Amazon |
| Fluid pump for quart bottles | Filling the diffs and transfer case | Shop on Amazon |
| ATF fill pump with transmission adapters, 8 L | Pumping ATF WS in through the transmission fill plug | Shop at VEVOR |
| Vacuum coolant refill kit | Filling the cooling system under vacuum so no air is trapped (needs an air compressor) | Shop at VEVOR |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much oil does a 2nd gen Sequoia take?
8.5 quarts (8.0 L) of 0W-20 with a filter change, per the 2020 Sequoia owner's manual. Finish by checking the dipstick.
What fluid goes in a Sequoia transfer case?
The 2nd gen Sequoia's full-time 4WD transfer case takes API GL-5, SAE 75W-90 gear oil, 1.43 qt (1.35 L).
How much fluid does the Sequoia rear differential hold?
1.64 qt (1.55 L) of Toyota LT 75W-85 GL-5. The front diff on 4WD trucks holds 2.17 qt.
What transmission fluid does a Sequoia use?
Toyota Genuine ATF WS, about 11.7 qt total in the 6-speed automatic.
What coolant does a Sequoia use and how much?
Toyota Super Long Life Coolant: 13.1 qt, or 14.1 qt with the towing package.
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Toyota Towing Capacity Chart: Every Truck and SUV (2026)
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2nd Gen Sequoia Maintenance Schedule: 5k to 120k Mile Checklist (2008–2022)
Every 5,000 miles or 6 months: rotate tires, check fluids, wipers and brakes. Every 10,000 miles or 12 months: 0W-20 oil and filter. Every 15,000: re-torque the propeller shaft bolts and a full under-truck inspection. Every 30,000: engine and cabin air filters. 100,000: first coolant change, then every 50,000. 120,000: spark plugs. If you tow: oil every 5,000, front diff every 15,000, rear diff and transfer case every 30,000, ATF at 60,000 and 120,000. From Toyota's 2013 and 2020 Sequoia maintenance guides.
Biggest Tires on a Stock Toyota Tundra & Sequoia: Fitment Guide
2nd gen Tundra (2007–2021): factory tires are about 32″; 285/70R18 (33.7″) is the consensus max on stock suspension, 295/70R18 (34.3″) with a 2–3″ level and small trimming, and 35x12.50 needs a level plus cab mount or plastic trimming. 3rd gen Tundra (2022+): factory about 32.5″; 33–34″ fits stock (285/70R18 or 295/70R18 on many trims), 35x12.50R20 on 20x9 wheels with a 2″ level "without major rubbing," 37s need a 3″+ lift and trimming. 2nd gen Sequoia: 33s fit stock, 34″ fits on some trucks, 35s need about 2″ of lift and still touch the UCA at full lock. Compiled from manufacturer fitment guides and owner builds, labeled below.