2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2003

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2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer repairs by problem area

Engine (28%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (25%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)

Other (0%)

Chart based on 92 repairs.
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2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (14%)

$500 - $999 (19%)

$100 - $499 (48%)

< $100 (19%)

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Chart based on 21 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

Engine not specified

134000 mi

US $280
Fuel tank leaking gas from pump module. Found last person who worked on it did not move the pump module into the safety detent to keep it from backing out of tank. Replaced the seal and reassembled the tank. Engine will not idle. Searches for idle rpm. Had to reflash engine control module and clean throttle body. 
79000 mi

US $1000
Replaced thermostat. Replaced radiator hoses.  Replaced gas cap three times. Installed proper oil filter. Properly installed oil pan plug and gasket. Changed the oil and filled it correctly. Replaced the radiator. Replaced ignition system electronics. 

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2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

143700 mi

US $17
Electronic ignition switch went bad...replaced 
164000 mi

US $42
Replaced faulty ignition coil. 
63840 mi

C $1500
Replaced coolant line under vehicle. Replaced water pump leaking. 
141000 mi

US $100
Failed coil pack. Caused cylinder misfire 
115000 mi

US $700
Roaring sound from front, louder with higher engine speed. Dealer tech diagnosed bad radiator fan clutch. Replacement part fixed the problem. Check engine light - dealer replaced fuel cap. 
171000 mi

US $305
Loose part in muffler causing rattling noise, especially at idle. The shop welded up a fix because it was much cheaper than OEM replacement part. 
200000 mi

US $500
Rough idle and low power. Diagnosed one spark plug not firing. Replaced ignition coil. 

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2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD

168000 mi

US $25
coil pak 
132000 mi

US $120
Thermostat stuck open. Changed it myself. 

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2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

214000 mi

US $100
Leaking gas hose was replaced 
214000 mi Car required additive and adjusting spark plugs. A hose was loose 
214700 mi

US $200
Sensor replaced 
126200 mi replace fuel pump and filter due to gas smell caused by metal fittings on pump leaking 
150000 mi

US $450
warning light indicated engine not reaching operating temperture. replaced thermostat and housing along with water pump 
86000 mi

US $200
Fan clutch was replaced due to it not spinning anymore. Had been having trouble for a year with it staying on and it finally gave out and the truck would overheat. 
99820 mi

C $900
Poor gas mileage 
112920 mi

C $1083
New Exhaust Fan Clutch Replaced 
70000 mi

US $150
Replaced defective thermostat. 

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2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Engine Problems

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