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1998 Toyota 4Runner repairs by problem area
Engine (25%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)
Brakes and Traction Control (7%)
Suspension and Steering (20%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)
Other (5%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 59 repairs.
1998 Toyota 4Runner electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (7%)
$500 - $999 (14%)
$100 - $499 (57%)
< $100 (21%)
Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
1998 Toyota 4Runner
Engine not specified
| 94300 mi US $250 |
Replaced starter with fac. rebuilt Denso. Difficult install with 4WD but perfect fit and operation. |
| 220000 mi US $70 |
Battery died. Texas weather is tough on batteries. |
| 116000 mi US $250 |
Batttery dead |
| 189000 mi US $1000 |
Front right passenger door lock actuator needed to be replaced. Door lock functioned as intended, but the factory key fob and door lock button on the driver's side door could not activate or deactivate the lock - had to be locked manually. |
1998 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder manual 4WD
| 176000 mi US $200 |
antenna motor unplugged, already burned out. |
1998 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 4WD
| 265360 mi C $225 |
Replaced original alternator |
| 306280 mi C $250 |
Replace alternator |
| 101200 mi US $440 |
Replaced contacts in starter motor |
| 265000 mi US $130 |
Alternator replacement |
| 160300 mi US $550 |
High pitched noise and limited battery recharging. |
1998 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 178000 mi US $10 |
headlight relay stuck, lights wouldn't turn off. replaced relay |
1998 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
4-cylinder manual 4WD
| 120900 mi C $150 |
towing package fault causing short in brake lights |
1998 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 4WD
| 210000 mi US $745 |
Replaced Starter motor |
| 245000 mi | RF Passenger door window switch "down" function ceased. Swapped with un-used LR Passenger door switch. |
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