2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee Jeep Grand Cherokee 2003

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2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (33%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (12%)

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2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV

265-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

128000 mi

US $20
Rear output shaft seal failed, leaking fluid 
145507 mi

US $8
Noted leaking transfer case fluid. Discovered that inspection hole on top of transfer case was leaking, replaced with a new seal. 
149857 mi

US $10
Transfer case was leaking fluid at the rear output shaft seal again (from an already-replaced seal). Replaced with a different style of seal. 
150518 mi

US $20
Rear output shaft seal leaking again after most recent replacement. Replaced seal under warranty, replaced rear driveshaft with used part due to poor surface finish on outside of slip yoke that was tearing up seals. 

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2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee Transmission Problems

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