2002 Toyota RAV4 Toyota RAV4 2002

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2002 Toyota RAV4 repairs by problem area

Engine (48%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (2%)

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2002 Toyota RAV4 electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (40%)

< $100 (40%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Toyota RAV4

Engine not specified

84000 mi

US $200
Power door lock on passenger side does not function. 

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2002 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual AWD

110980 mi

$15
Rear door locking / blocked 

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2002 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

91140 mi Two power windows in the back are not working anymore. Cleaned and lubed moving parts. No more pressure on AC system due to a leak. 
79000 mi

US $623
Driver's window would not close properly. Moved up about 1 inch at a time. Sometimes closed properly, but Toyota dealer claimed it needed new $400 motor. 
110000 mi Driver window actuator. 

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2002 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic AWD

195000 mi battery light came on and car was acting funny, eventually wouldn't start, or stay running once jumped. Update: scheduled to have alternator replaced in late July, see if that works. 
196000 mi

US $200
Replaced the alternator (and battery for good measure). 

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2002 Toyota RAV4 Electrical Problems

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