Can Toyota service save me money?

Yes. Servicing the drivetrain system can help you avoid more significant repairs. A bad drivetrain can put more stress on other vehicle components.

How do I know if my Toyota drivetrain is damaged?

Noises toward the back of your Toyota Sienna, leaking fluid, trouble turning — these could all be signs of drivetrain damage you want to address. Take action before something more severe happens.

When should I come in for Toyota Sienna differential service?

We recommend getting your differential inspected and the differential fluid changed as a part of your regular vehicle maintenance routine. Your vehicle cannot function without a differential. Differential service frequency varies from car to car.

What causes a Sienna’s malfunction indicator light (MIL) to illuminate?

A multitude of problems can activate your Sienna’s malfunction indicator light (better known as the check engine light), including issues with the engine, transmission, sensors, electrical system, or connectors.

Can my Sienna malfunction warning light be reset at home?

While it’s sometimes possible to clear a malfunction warning light at home, it’s never recommended. If your Sienna’s check engine light comes on, it’s usually because there is a problem in one of the vehicle’s systems. You should find and address the underlying issue to help keep your vehicle in great shape. By simply resetting the check engine light, you may temporarily get rid of the light, but the underlying problem is still there. It will only be a matter of time before the light comes back.

How worried should I be about a drivetrain malfunction in my Sienna?

Don't ignore a drivetrain malfunction in your Sienna. As soon as you notice a problem, have it checked by a professional mechanic to diagnose the issue and carry out any necessary repairs. Driving with a faulty drivetrain is risky and may further damage your Sienna.

Does my Sienna drivetrain include the transmission?

Yes, the drivetrain system in your Sienna includes the transmission. Other components in the drivetrain are the driveshaft, axles, and differential. Together, these components deliver power from the engine to the wheels to push your Sienna forward.

1998 Toyota Sienna Drivetrain Repair & Service

Get Toyota Drivetrain Repair

Service Your Toyota Sienna Drivetrain

Maintain your vehicle power by maintaining your drivetrain. Firestone Complete Auto Care technicians are equipped to fix 1998 Toyota Sienna drivetrain systems. Schedule your appointment.

Schedule an Appointment

All About 1998 Toyota Sienna Drivetrain Service

The drivetrain is responsible for transferring power from your Sienna's engine to its wheels. It spans the full length of your Toyota, from back to front. It’s one of your Sienna’s most complex systems and includes everything after the engine transmission: axles, wheels, driveshafts, differentials, and joints. When you tune into you 1998 Toyota Sienna drivetrain, you help maintain your vehicle’s overall power. You can minimize repairs by following Toyota's recommendations for checking and changing differential fluids, and lubricating bearings and gears.

What Are Toyota Sienna Drivetrain Repairs

Drivetrains for front, rear, and all-wheel-drive and 4WD vehicles are quite different, so you don't want to go to just anyone for drivetrain repair. You want to go to Firestone Complete Auto Care. We can help repair all of your 1998 Toyota Sienna drivetrain components including the driveshaft, CV axles, and CV joints. Your Toyota could be crying out for driveshaft repair if you notice heavy vibrations in your floorboards, clunks when shifting, resistance when turning, or vibration as your vehicle accelerates. It’s difficult to nail down a timeline for drivetrain repair. The system's pieces and parts don't necessarily have a "shelf life." So much depends on the climate and your driving style. That’s one reason it’s a wise idea to visit Firestone Complete Auto Care at the first sign your Toyota Sienna doesn’t drive like it used to.

Is normal to wonder whether or not 1998 Toyota Sienna drivetrain repair is expensive. Minor differential repairs, like seal or gasket replacement, can lean toward being more affordable. Big repairs, like gear or bearing replacement, can sometimes be more expensive since they’re more labor intensive.

Toyota Sienna Drivetrain Q&A

When you have drivetrain problems, you have driving problems. Check out our top 1998 Toyota Sienna drivetrain Q&A below, and visit your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care with any drivetrain concerns.

Can Toyota service save me money? Yes. Servicing the drivetrain system can help you avoid more significant repairs. A bad drivetrain can put more stress on other vehicle components.
How do I know if my Toyota drivetrain is damaged? Noises toward the back of your Toyota Sienna, leaking fluid, trouble turning — these could all be signs of drivetrain damage you want to address. Take action before something more severe happens.
When should I come in for Toyota Sienna differential service? We recommend getting your differential inspected and the differential fluid changed as a part of your regular vehicle maintenance routine. Your vehicle cannot function without a differential. Differential service frequency varies from car to car.
What causes a Sienna’s malfunction indicator light (MIL) to illuminate? A multitude of problems can activate your Sienna’s malfunction indicator light (better known as the check engine light), including issues with the engine, transmission, sensors, electrical system, or connectors.
Can my Sienna malfunction warning light be reset at home? While it’s sometimes possible to clear a malfunction warning light at home, it’s never recommended. If your Sienna’s check engine light comes on, it’s usually because there is a problem in one of the vehicle’s systems. You should find and address the underlying issue to help keep your vehicle in great shape. By simply resetting the check engine light, you may temporarily get rid of the light, but the underlying problem is still there. It will only be a matter of time before the light comes back.
How worried should I be about a drivetrain malfunction in my Sienna? Don't ignore a drivetrain malfunction in your Sienna. As soon as you notice a problem, have it checked by a professional mechanic to diagnose the issue and carry out any necessary repairs. Driving with a faulty drivetrain is risky and may further damage your Sienna.
Does my Sienna drivetrain include the transmission? Yes, the drivetrain system in your Sienna includes the transmission. Other components in the drivetrain are the driveshaft, axles, and differential. Together, these components deliver power from the engine to the wheels to push your Sienna forward.

1998 Toyota Sienna Repair

Nothing lasts forever. Even your Toyota Sienna's many parts and pieces. When something breaks, we're ready. Click on a repair below to learn more about 1998 Toyota Sienna repairs.