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2003 Toyota 4Runner repairs by problem area

Engine (14%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (16%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (6%)

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2003 Toyota 4Runner body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (22%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (11%)

< $100 (56%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

245-horsepower 4.0L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

133920 mi

C $60
spare tire carrier seized,most likely due to non use. had to cut it off and repair with new cable.new assy at dealer too expensive.added grease fittings to prevent problem again. should be there from new. 

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2003 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

210000 mi Dealer replaced dash for free due to cracking 
90520 mi

C $500
Rust repair to liftgate and rear right wheelwell 
152000 mi

US $3000
Frame replaced due to rust. 
155000 mi

US $193
moon roof malfunctions 
68000 mi Sunroof stuck open. Dealer wanted $3,400 to fix it, though only that the teeth on the belt had worn away so there was no way to even crank the dang thing closed. Dealer was willing to let us trade it for full blue-book, so did, for a 2011. 
56000 mi sunroof would not close 
166500 mi Rear liftgate lock assembly was replaced Damage to lock likely caused by water/condensation in hatch due to water entering near rear power window. 

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2003 Toyota 4Runner Body Problems

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