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It is impossible. Buy a new one. Don't waste your time!
I found a good fix @ http://www.findonefindall.com/Toyota-sienna/ Please contact Toyota (phone number in your owner manual) to document this defect, the more complaints they receive, the better the chance of a recall.
A more complete URL to the page referenced in the second answer is ...
http://www.findonefindall.com/toyota-sienna/siennareardoor.htm
I used that successfully to repair the broken rear door latch on my 2000 Toyota Sienna. ("Buy a new one" is ~$65. I made the repair with tools and screws lying around the house in about an hour's time. Repair at the dealer reportedly is ~$300.)
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What part do you need to order to repair a broken lift gate lock on a 2007 Toyota Sienna?
I would check with Toyota and make sure its not covered by recall. Our 2004 had both of them fail and Toyota replaced them for free.
How do you repair electrical short on 1998 Toyota Sienna?
Where is the short at? What is malfunctioning?
How do you replace or repair a broken rear door handle on a 2002 Toyota Sienna because it does not appear to be the same as the 2001 Sienna on the Find One Find All website?
Upon further inspection, the rear door handle assembly on the 2002 Toyota Sienna IS the same as that shown on the Find One Find All website, so never mind.
How do you fix door latch on trunk of 2000 Toyota Sienna?
The following link has instructions, diagrams and pictures showing how to make this repair easily and inexpensively: http://www.findonefindall.com/toyota-sienna/siennareardoor.htm
How do you replace the rear door handle on a 1999 Toyota Sienna minivan?
check out this website it tells you how to repair the handle since it cost about $65.00 to buy a new one. http://www.findonefindall.com/toyota-sienna/
How much to repair Toyota Sienna front flex exhaust pipe?
You can get a replacement part from RockAuto for about $65 and have it locally installed for under $100.
Where can I get a repair manual for 2004 Toyota Sienna?
As far as I know, Haynes and Chiltons haven't published their manuals covering the 2004 Sienna. So the only one available appears to be Toyota's manual, available from any dealer's parts department or on ebay. From: Mark in Ohio (posted 5/12/08)
How do you repair the seat heater on your 2004 Sienna?
Toyota has issued a technical service bulletin for seat heater replacement. It seems that this is not an uncommon problem. The seat heater has been redesigned. You can find the bulletin here: http://ww2.justanswer.com/uploads/jarrid191/2008-10-20_123630_T-EL002-06.pdf or search on "toyota sienna seat heater problem"
Where is the fuel filter for 2009 Toyota sienna located?
The fuel filter for a 2009 Toyota Sienna is located inside the fuel tank, as it is integrated with the fuel pump assembly. To access it, you typically need to remove the fuel tank, as there is no separate external fuel filter. It's advisable to consult a repair manual or a professional mechanic for the exact procedure if you need to replace it.
How do you open hood Toyota Avensis when the release lever inside is broken?
Next to impossible. A new release lever will need to be installed. Take it to the Toyota dealer ... they built it, they know how to repair it.
What is the problem when your air bag light comes on in a 2006 Toyota Sienna?
There are pages of things that will set a code and turn on airbag lights. Take to a repair shop and have diagnosed. Airbag systems are not for the diy'r
What is the torque spec for the brake calipers on a 2000 Toyota Sienna?
I don't have 2000 specs, but according to the 2004 Sienna Repair Manual the torque spec for the front brake caliper mounting bolts is 79 ft-lbs and the torque spec for the brake pad pins is 25 ft-lbs.
