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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2006 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan
303-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic FWD
34000 mi
TPMS sensor errors
11160 mi
Tire pressure sensors were a big problem with the vehicle, and had to be replaced or reprogrammed every time the oil was changed (about every 3 months). There was usually one that wouldn't be working right after that amount of time.
58000 mi
erroneous messages by the TPMS, erratic & unpredictable failures of the remote start – but we haven’t taken it to the shop because the primary driver of that car isn’t bothered by those failures.
63100 mi
US $55
Loud ticking coming from right side of dash. Diagnosed from internet search as a faulty HVAC vent motor. Removed glove box and replaced the bad motor.
19000 mi
Found bad tire pressure sensor in right rear wheel.
15000 mi
CD player stopped working
48000 mi
US $1600
replaced cabin blower, cooling system fluid, front rotors and pads
drivers side heater didn't heat, ran diagnostic test(75.00), decided it was passenger side actuator valve that needed to be replaced...wanted another 400 dollars to replace due to location in dash. Bought the "Chinese Made" part for 30.00;
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