2005 Buick Rainier Buick Rainier 2005

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2005 Buick Rainier repairs by problem area

Engine (26%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (43%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (4%)

Chart based on 23 repairs.
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2005 Buick Rainier engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (71%)

< $100 (14%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Buick Rainier 4dr SUV

300-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

60000 mi

US $900
Radiator leak had to be replaced 

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2005 Buick Rainier 4dr SUV

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD

34557 mi Replaced idler pulley bearing. 
55000 mi

US $191
Engine light on. OnStar stated cooling system. Replaced thermostat & housing. 
28000 mi

US $110
Noisy water pump, replaced. 

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2005 Buick Rainier 4dr SUV

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic AWD

76260 mi

C $100
Check engine light was on. Briefly went out but returned. Will be going back to another shop 
78740 mi

C $400
They said the check engine light was an evap code but I never did anything about it. There was a lot of rust (from the East Coast) and the problem could have been with any number of things. 

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2005 Buick Rainier Engine Problems

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