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 suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual AWD

104880 mi replaced Struts 

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2002 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

147200 mi

US $150
Stabilizer linkages needed replaced 
109000 mi Shocks / struts replaced, along with changing oil and various fluids. 
72540 mi

$1610
Replace powersteering assy 
88040 mi

$78
Driver side stabilizer link broke loose. Was in bad condition. Replaced links on both sides. 

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2002 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV

148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic AWD

162440 mi

C $290
Clunking noise from front end over bumps. Replaced front sway bar bushings. Corrected the problem. 
145080 mi

C $460
Noise from front left wheel. Wheel bearing replaced - front brakes adjusted and lubricated - problem resolved - $460.00. 

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2002 Toyota RAV4 Suspension Problems

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