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2003 Toyota Tacoma repairs by problem area

Engine (42%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (18%)

Suspension and Steering (21%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (13%)

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

Other (0%)

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2003 Toyota Tacoma electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (60%)

< $100 (20%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

190-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed manual RWD

248000 mi

US $72
Replaced battery 

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2003 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

190-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

141000 mi

US $120
replaced 7 year old battery 
136000 mi

US $300
Air compressor seized had to be repaired 

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2003 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

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

183830 mi

C $1000
Idler pulley on AC belt drive was squeeky; suspected imminent bearing failure. Pulley was replaced, along with all 3 accessory belts. 

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2003 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Regular Cab 6ft bed

190-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

165000 mi

US $100
3 dash lighbulbs replaced. Needed to remove dashboard. 1 hour labor. 

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2003 Toyota Tacoma Electrical Problems

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