2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser Toyota FJ Cruiser 2008

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2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser repairs by problem area

Engine (16%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (16%)

Brakes and Traction Control (12%)

Suspension and Steering (20%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (12%)

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2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (13%)

$1000 - $2499 (25%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (38%)

< $100 (25%)

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2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser 4dr SUV

239-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD w/low range

82500 mi

US $250
CV axle -- drivers side 
111000 mi

US $1900
Right CV axle 
49000 mi Bearing related to the clutch was making a chirping noise. Was not a drivability issue, just noisy. Replaced under warranty at no cost. 

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2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser 4dr SUV

239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

100300 mi Trans. started slipping. 
92900 mi

US $400
Sealed CV joints 
21700 mi

C $100
Knocking sound from the transmission, downshifting roughly. Transmission oil changed, problem less intensive but still present. 
185380 mi

C $1000
Replaced torn boot and corroded cv joint, Balanced tires 
226920 mi

C $2604
Left rear axle seal failed allowing oil into axle bearing. Axle seal and bearing replaced 

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2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser Transmission Problems

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