2004 Toyota 4Runner Toyota 4Runner 2004

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2004 Toyota 4Runner repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (20%)

Suspension and Steering (20%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (7%)

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2004 Toyota 4Runner transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (4%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (30%)

$100 - $499 (35%)

< $100 (13%)

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Chart based on 23 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Toyota 4Runner

Engine not specified

92000 mi

US $3200
4wheel drive transfer gear 
149000 mi

US $550
Replaced both front axles. 

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2004 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

245-horsepower 4.0L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

194000 mi

US $343
Transmission cooler hoses replaced. 
139000 mi

US $100
Transfer case would not switch to 4lo. Shop got it working again - not sure how 
126000 mi

US $175
Major transmission leak, car would often not shift into first. 
165400 mi

US $650
CV replaced - front. 
145980 mi

C $575
replaced cracked boots constant speed joints at front 
160360 mi

C $283
transmissiom piping replaced and maintenance 
111000 mi

US $600
Front CV joint was leaking grease from axle clamp (boot was not torn). CV joint replaced. 

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2004 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

141000 mi

US $200
I initially reported this as an oil pan leak, but it turned out to be the rear seal on the transfer case. 
141500 mi

US $150
seal on torque converter leaked. did't replace, just did temp repair with silicone and new seal. Will require major work in future to replace damaged gear in T/C. Estimated cost will be $1500. 

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2004 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

155000 mi

US $1100
Front half axles replacement 
178560 mi

C $2400
minor leak of rear axle (fill hole), 
161200 mi

US $600
Replaced both front axles 
205200 mi

US $1250
Repaired leaky oil seal on transaxle. 
84320 mi

C $60
Replaced clamp on front axle boot, was cracked, and boot was starting to spray grease on undercarriage. 
82000 mi

US $10
CV Boot clamps broke causing grease to coat suspension components. Unsuccessful repair. 
145300 mi

US $79
Inner boots throwing grease. Replaced clamps. 
149000 mi

US $1600
Replaced 2 front axles to repair leak from boots.  Replaced seal on transfer case to repair leak. 
143220 mi

C $337
A technician noticed a leak coming from the right inner cv boot during an oil change. After inspecting it, a crack was found in the boot. I brought the vehicle back a few weeks later and the dealer replaced the part at my cost. 
250480 mi

C $774
Replaced left front c/v axle shaft. 
85000 mi

US $250
Replaced damaged CV joint, 

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2004 Toyota 4Runner Transmission Problems

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