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Expertise
I have more than 26 years experience as toyota technician, I will be able to answer most questions related to the toyota product line up to the present year models, I specialize in difficult to diagnose problems but when posting a question please keep in mind that some situations require the used of special test equipment and diagnostic procedures especially as the newer models become more technologically advanced, so without actually having the car on hand I may only be able to try to steer you in the right direction and in some cases may have to refer you to the toyota dealer but at least you will know what you may be dealing with. Please don't hesitate to ask any questions, I will have an answer for you in most cases. When posting a question keep in mind that I reside in the US, although I get questions from all over the world I may not have an answer for models that are not sold in the US, I will do a reasonable search to try to match your model to the US model,please refrain from asking about diesel powered vehicles, I have no information for them. In most cases I will not answer questions about major modifications of OEM components, engine swapping or aftermarket products,please post a question not a statement, please provide enough basic information such as year, model, what engine and if anything has already been done to fix the problem, the more information I get the more I can help without having to ask you more questions.

Experience
Toyota technician since 1979,expert in electrical systems,OBD systems,engine repair, driveability problems,EFI systems,ASE certified,Toyota master technician.
Certified Hybrid Vehicle technician.

Education/Credentials
Toyota master technician, ASE certified in eight catagories, Hybrid vehicle certified.

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Toyota Repair - 2001 sequoia transmission

Expert: Ted Ritter - 11/9/2009

Question
Hello, I have 2001 toyota sequoia when i put in in drive first thing in AM or when its been sitting I go to put it in drive and it does not engage. So, I let it warm up a little and then will engage in gear. I have had to put in reverse , then drive and then it will go.

Answer
The first thing to do is to check the transmission fluid level,do this at operating temperature in idle and in park, add fluid as necessary and recheck operation, check for a transmission leak,check the condition of the transmission fluid on the dipstick, put a drop on a white sheet of paper, if the fluid is dark and smells burned it's a sign of transmission slipping or loss of internal hydraulic pressure.

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