2005 GMC Sierra 1500 GMC Sierra 1500 2005

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2005 GMC Sierra 1500 repairs by problem area

Engine (26%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (23%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (33%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (2%)

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2005 GMC Sierra 1500 suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (67%)

< $100 (22%)

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2005 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab 8ft bed

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

69000 mi

US $250
Worn out steering column caused loose steering and noise. Replaced the column. 

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2005 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

310-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

50000 mi

US $463
Driver side front wheel bearings bad; replaced left front hub with integral bearings & ABS sensor. 

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2005 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

310-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

12500 mi clunk in steering wheel when backing up. dealer replaced steering shaft under warranty. 

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2005 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

43000 mi power steering pump 

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2005 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

285-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

60140 mi

C $150
Front end was getting a bit bouncy. Replaced front shocks with AC Delco's 
71000 mi

C $780
right front hub was totally shot, replaced both front hubs with AC Delco parts. No other repairs were needed. 

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2005 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

92700 mi

US $250
Shocks 

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2005 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

136900 mi

US $245
left front wheel bearing. 

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2005 GMC Sierra 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

99000 mi

US $200
tie rod ends Steering gear 

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2005 GMC Sierra 1500 Suspension Problems

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