2004 Chevrolet Avalanche Chevrolet Avalanche 2004

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2004 Chevrolet Avalanche repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (18%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (6%)

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2004 Chevrolet Avalanche suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (50%)

$100 - $499 (22%)

< $100 (11%)

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Chart based on 18 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 4dr SUT

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

78000 mi

US $680
Making popping noise when reversing and making sharp turns. The installed washer on the cross member. Also got transmission fluid replaced. 
152520 mi Steering column 

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2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 4dr SUT

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

95700 mi

US $875
3) Repair steering intermediate shaft 
108500 mi

C $1200
Replaced shock absorbers. They weren't visibly leaking but were not providing proper control.  
124000 mi

C $700
Drivers side front wheel bearing was destroyed, so was replaced. 
157000 mi

US $300
Steering gear seals went bad unit was replaced. 
147560 mi

C $600
left front wheel bearing and hub 
57700 mi

US $1100
went fo an inspection: needed: breaks, rotors, rear dust shield, ball joints lower, driveshaft u joint, swaybar links, parking brake cable 
89000 mi

US $419
Wheel bearings 
92000 mi

US $982
Ball joints and tires replaced 
135000 mi

US $1300
Wheel Bearings, Brakes, Rotors 
163200 mi

US $300
Replace drivers side front wheel bearing 
110000 mi

US $480
Left Front Hub Bearing replaced 
135000 mi

US $758
Shocks where rusted through and needed to be replaced 
33100 mi

US $600
Noise coming from left front over bumps, tie rod end replaced.  
41000 mi

US $800
Tie rod end rusted, other suspension problems as a result of the vehicle sitting outside too long without being driven 
44000 mi Wheel bearing worn/rusted. Was covered by after-market warranty. 

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2004 Chevrolet Avalanche Suspension Problems

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