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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%)
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Chart based on 59 repairs.
1998 Toyota 4Runner suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (17%)
$500 - $999 (8%)
$100 - $499 (42%)
< $100 (33%)
Chart based on 12 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
| 190000 mi US $100 |
Power steering fluid line was corroded and leaking fluid from the pump to the power steering rack. |
| 110500 mi | Car is lower by 1 inch on the driver's side |
1998 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder manual 4WD
| 112000 mi US $1800 |
Both rear wheel bearings replaced, failed seals and saturated brake shoes. Toyota switched to ball bearings instead of taper bearings in the rear. Very poor design, low reliability. |
| 149000 mi US $60 |
Sway bar attachment broke off. Fixed after cutting rusty bolt off. |
| 153000 mi US $175 |
Sway bar arm replaced but improper. Refix |
1998 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 4WD
| 102900 mi US $200 |
Sway bar links were replaced |
| 109000 mi US $1100 |
Rack and pinion leaking. Replaced entire rack and pinion. |
| 168000 mi US $650 |
Steering rack and inner tie rods were worn. Steering rack, inner tie rods, and tie rod ends were replaced and vehicle aligned. |
| 190300 mi US $50 |
Replaced steering column intermediate unit and bushing in steering column sleeve. |
| 188000 mi US $300 |
Vibration at highway speeds. Replaced steering rack bushings and left front tie rod end. |
| 210000 mi US $176 |
Right Front outer tie rod end was replaced due to wear. |
| 158300 mi | Rack and pinion bushing replacement. |
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