2003 Mitsubishi Outlander Mitsubishi Outlander 2003

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2003 Mitsubishi Outlander repairs by problem area

Engine (39%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (22%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

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

Other (9%)

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2003 Mitsubishi Outlander engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (22%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Mitsubishi Outlander 4dr SUV

140-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

100000 mi

US $400
Crack in the radiator which caused ancillary damage when it broke open. 

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2003 Mitsubishi Outlander 4dr SUV

140-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD

153140 mi

A $650
Replace MAF sensor 
129000 mi

US $300
The muffler broke off its mount and down pipe so it and the pipe were replaced. 
156000 mi

US $9
Replaced faulty radiator cap myself. 
160000 mi

US $24
Raditor leak. Poured Stop Leak into radiator. 
167000 mi

US $562
Cooling system pressure test, new radiator, coolant flush/fill. 
184000 mi Replaced the second spark plug wire. Bought a pair in May 2010 for $28. Used the last wire from this pack. 
189700 mi

US $300
New radiator and cooling fans 
156860 mi

C $1500
The timing belt broke in the middle of the road. Luckily engine was not affected. 

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2003 Mitsubishi Outlander Engine Problems

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