2004 Chevrolet Avalanche Chevrolet Avalanche 2004

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2004 Chevrolet Avalanche repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (18%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

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

Other (6%)

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2004 Chevrolet Avalanche engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (18%)

$500 - $999 (18%)

$100 - $499 (45%)

< $100 (18%)

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Chart based on 22 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 4dr SUT

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

78000 mi

US $340
Replaced water pump it was leaking and the v-belt it was minor cracks, replaced fan clutch was getting weak but replaced it to avoid future problems, and replace engine filter, with a k&n filter. 
126000 mi

US $500
Engine light came up, Knock Sensor were failing. Replaced with OEM, and changed knock sensor wiring, as well with spark plugs. Cleaned throttle body, changed anti-freezer. 
127000 mi

US $400
Muffler heat sink making noise, Repair the muffler by welding the heat sink back to the muffler. 
64000 mi Pinkish colored fluid leaking under the vehicle - inspection found loose engine oil drain plub 
68000 mi

US $160
Mass air flow sensor replaced by owner. 

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2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 4dr SUT

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

105000 mi

US $1100
Replace oxygen sensor. 
120900 mi

C $300
engine light went on. Found out that the throttle sensor is indicating the throttle is at 20% even before truck ignition is turned. 
126480 mi Never replaced throttle sensor. CEL would go off after three cycles, then come back on as soon as hit 80 kmh. 
57700 mi

US $175
fuel pump replaces... only 45k on the old one? 
122760 mi

C $150
Changed mass air flow sensor and two emissions vacuum solenoids. 
157000 mi

US $300
Water pump went bad 
99000 mi

US $879
Replace vent vapor cannister, valve & solenoid,  
103000 mi

US $10
Reset Check Engine Light. "Evaporative System" 
51460 mi

C $150
Replacement O2 sensor in exhaust system. 
68200 mi

C $1100
New Catalytic converter by dealership to get the check engine light to keep from coming on repeatedly. 
88660 mi

C $150
Replacement fuel injector needed 
50000 mi

US $100
Gas tank rusted & leaking 
60000 mi

US $1200
water pump leaking coolant 
38000 mi Warning about servicing 4wd when sold. Looked on internet, seems other people had this error when nothing was really wrong.  
100000 mi

US $900
Poor starting due to faulty fuel pump. Fuel pump replaced. 
132000 mi

US $2200
Water pump 
95000 mi

US $800
Had a leak in the water pump. Had water pump and hoses replaced. Also replaced serpentine belt, tensioner, pulleys, and bearings at that time. 

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