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2008 Toyota Corolla repairs by problem area

Engine (47%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)

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

Other (5%)

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2008 Toyota Corolla transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (80%)

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2008 Toyota Corolla 4dr Sedan

126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

48860 mi The clutch started squeaking. The noise seemed to come from clutch release cylinder, but dealer deemed that the noise is coming from clutch release fork. 
51860 mi Clutch release fork has to be lubricated again. The Don Valley North Toyota dealer is one of the worst, they lubricated the fork in June and the job need to be done again after few months. Went to different dealer. 

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2008 Toyota Corolla 4dr Sedan

126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

104000 mi

US $987
Had fluid leaking from transmission.  
103000 mi

US $50
Steel part of transmission cooler lines rusted at radiator support mount. Replaced with rubber cooler tubing and replenished fluid. 

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2008 Toyota Corolla 4dr Sedan

14880 mi clunk being experienced when first braking; issue is a slight gap between pad/caliper. no change required except new pads recommend after 15000km. Gear shift a bit sticky; links lubed and issue disappeared. 

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2008 Toyota Corolla Transmission Problems

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