2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2003

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2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo repairs by problem area

Engine (35%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (27%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (17%)

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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.

2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2dr Coupe

200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

146000 mi

US $185
Rear Sway bars replaced Catalytic convertor down pipe 
70680 mi

C $300
Noticed clunking noise from front end. Checked and replaced both outer tie rod ends and both lower control arms complete with new lower ball joints. 
63520 mi

C $150
Tie rod and alignment 
95000 mi

US $1400
Replaced steering column 

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2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2dr Coupe

180-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

52000 mi Front OEM sway bar comes from factory hollow; rusted through on right side and busted. Not a safety issue, just some clunking during turns. Bought a solid steel replacement from 1AAuto.com and had my mechanic install. 
98200 mi

US $590
both front wheel bearings needed to be replaced. some other supension parts where also fixed. 

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2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Suspension Problems

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