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2004 Toyota Highlander repairs by problem area
Engine (20%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)
Brakes and Traction Control (15%)
Suspension and Steering (22%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (8%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 107 repairs.
2004 Toyota Highlander electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (5%)
$500 - $999 (21%)
$100 - $499 (53%)
< $100 (21%)
Chart based on 19 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2004 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD
| 150000 mi US $39 |
Inconsistent A/C temp |
| 195000 mi | We had to replace the center control switch knob on the A/C system( which appears to be the heart of the system). The problem was the A/C would go from hot to cold at random, which became annoying. Left passenger front window motor fails intermittently and needs to be replaced. Starter is making high pitch noise intermittently, suggesting imminent failure |
| 76000 mi US $65 |
When operating the passenger window, via either switch, the window motor would operate the window down and then back up, but then it would not work after that. If I waited an hour it would work the same way again. The window holder drive motor was bad. I bought the motor and the arm as an assembly and replaced it myself. If you can follow a Youtube of the repair you can do it yourself. $65 on Amazon |
2004 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD
| 144000 mi | left rear door window no longer operates. driver's door lock no longer works electrically (by remote or inside electrical control). only functions when operated manually, by key or by manual lever in car. |
| 149000 mi | head light out. replaced |
| 97000 mi US $150 |
new battery |
| 100000 mi US $2000 |
alternator replaced |
| 140000 mi US $250 |
ac recharge |
| 155000 mi US $550 |
power window motor and assembly needed to be replced, on 2 windows |
| 193000 mi US $350 |
Replace power window motor |
| 90300 mi US $200 |
With A/C on heat would randomly come out of vents. 2 of 3 wires in climate control adjuster had to be re-soldered. This problem with 04 Highlanders is well documented on various websites. |
| 94860 mi C $35 |
Air conditioner stops working. Added refrigerant with anti-leak. |
| 95480 mi C $120 |
A/C failure did not last for a long time after repair. Will take it to shop this or next month. |
| 98580 mi C $300 |
A/C system cleaned by shop, filled out with sealant and leak detector (UV dye). |
| 203360 mi C $826 |
condencer replaced; eletrical issue with compressor is fixed |
| 309380 mi C $450 |
Battery replacement. |
| 89500 mi US $806 |
Both front door locks quit working and had to be replaced. |
2004 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV
160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 91000 mi US $375 |
had climate controller replaced |
| 100000 mi US $250 |
Air temperature problem. Cold air blew out vents all time. Mechanic said it needed new computer board at cost of $1200. I ended up disconnecting actuator from air damper and now control air temp. by manually adjusting damper. |
| 130500 mi US $210 |
Alternator went out. |
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