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2000 Toyota 4Runner repairs by problem area

Engine (34%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (18%)

Brakes and Traction Control (13%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (3%)

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2000 Toyota 4Runner electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (8%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (25%)

$100 - $499 (25%)

< $100 (42%)

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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.

2000 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

183-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

125000 mi

US $300
Windshield wiper control progressively worsening. Steering wheel column multi-switch replaced. Problem fixed. 
71300 mi

C $2
Antenna Mast broken and got stuck in motor housing. Common problem for older 4Runner. Here is the DIY, I rather paid. http://forum.ih8mud.com/95-gen-toyota-trucks/188950-01-3rd-gen-4runner-power-antenna-replacement.html 

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2000 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

177900 mi

US $90
Trailer harness shorting out. Charged for diagnostic, did not fix. 
200000 mi

US $50
Head light not shining, burned out. Replaced both head light bulbs. 
96300 mi

US $900
Replaced climate control unit. The original unit became intermittent and would not function when pressing control bottons for defrost/AC/automatic temp. control. 
115000 mi

US $300
Damper servo for HVAC system stopped working, automatic HVAC cannot introduce cold air into car. HVAC panel does not respond well to input. Dealer confirmed customer diagnosis, offered to order replacement part. Customer ordered replacement. 
139900 mi

US $500
Original alternator replaced 
227000 mi

US $2500
replaced starter,  
279000 mi

US $538
Starter went and I was able to get it in to my garage.  My battery stopped charging as I was driving on the Mass Pike. I was able to pull over and got towed. The battery and alternator had to be replaced. The repair place was so happy to do the work, they threw in a free $50.00 oil change. 

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2000 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

140000 mi

US $300
AC recharge. Manual re-set on heating system, due to broken Climate Control unit in dash. 
119200 mi

US $64
Headlights Replaced 
120000 mi

US $98
Fuel Sending Unit replaced 

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2000 Toyota 4Runner Electrical Problems

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