2005 Chevrolet Cavalier Chevrolet Cavalier 2005

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2005 Chevrolet Cavalier repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (25%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

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

Other (8%)

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2005 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan

140-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

78000 mi

US $40
Car was stalling and then not starting; removed air filter to check and discovered air resonator full or fuel. Replaced fuel pressure regulator and everything works fine now. Bad regulator was sending fuel down vacuum line into air box. 
79000 mi

US $15
Muffler hanger was corroded and broken allwoing muffler to drag on ground. Replaced muffler hanger with new part. Muffler hanger was corroded and broken allowing muffler to drag on ground. Replaced muffler hanger with new part. 
115000 mi

US $110
Replace leaking water pump. 

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2005 Chevrolet Cavalier Engine Problems

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