2004 Toyota Corolla Toyota Corolla 2004

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2004 Toyota Corolla repairs by problem area

Engine (47%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (5%)

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2004 Toyota Corolla transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (17%)

$1000 - $2499 (33%)

$500 - $999 (33%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (17%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Toyota Corolla 4dr Sedan

130-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

236000 mi

US $3380
Bearings in manual transmission failed, causing loud clacking noise when accelerating. Had a rebuilt transmission installed. 
108500 mi

C $1500
Manual transmission failed, both inner bearings were making a hum noise when driving at highway speeds, clutch was worn out, and reverse gear was missing a tooth, 
108500 mi

C $800
Clutch started slipping, it was replaced 
92380 mi Replaced U-joints. 

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2004 Toyota Corolla 4dr Sedan

130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

275000 mi

US $600
Replaced a failed transmission. Not sure if failure is from age or from being driven with CEL on for transmission issue (car loaned out to idiot who likely made a small problem a big one). 
215000 mi

US $550
Shifter linkage cable snapped 
147000 mi

US $1500
CV boots replaced due to tears. 

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2004 Toyota Corolla Transmission Problems

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