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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee repairs by problem area

Engine (25%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (26%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (7%)

Chart based on 208 repairs.
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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (4%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (39%)

< $100 (37%)

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Chart based on 46 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV

325-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

117500 mi

US $153
Leaking coolant, reservoir was dry and coolant was leaking from the front of the block. Bad water pump seal, working on replacing water pump. Have mechanics manual but doesn't seem to line up with what I have under the hood. Replaced the water pump, did not need to remove the fan as stated in manual. The Heater pipe runs under the plenum (sp) and that proved to be the biggest challenge of the repair as it would not re-seal into the new pump. Used weldbond! 
145000 mi

US $52
The Cam Position Sensor took a dive and the engine kept stalling. The computer threw an appropriate code and I replaced it with a new sensor from the dealer for $52.00 and 20 minutes worth of work. 
174200 mi

US $425
One of the valve covers had a minor leak at the rear, so I had both gaskets replaced. 
59000 mi Earlier sensor repair did not solve trans over temp warning. Manufacturer said to replace engine control module 
132700 mi

C $1400
timing chain tightener failed and timing chain come off gears. replaced gears and timing chain, tightener, two exhaust valves, all exhaust springs, regrind all exhaust valves, plane the exhaust manifolds and replace 4 exhaust manifold studs on each head 
152520 mi

C $89
water pump leak heater core leak 
158720 mi Problems with the MDS System. One cylinder was misfiring 
135160 mi

C $1000
pcm failure still unable to drive 
127820 mi

C $560
Replaced O2 sensor 
105400 mi

R 500
Car was jerking intermittently, and displaying error codes and MIL. Given the nature of the error codes, the crankshaft sensor was replaced, problem resolved 
178126 mi

R 16418
ECU replaced as intermittent dis on 1 of the input ports thermostat stuck, replaced 
28000 mi Vehicle slowly losing coolant. 
55000 mi

US $1595
While tightening the positive battery terminal, the end of the wrench accidentally touched the metal of the FCM. Jeep would no longer start after wrench shorted FCM to positive terminal of battery. Replaced FCM, Jeep working great again. 
127000 mi

US $100
banging noise drive to reverse. Replaced transmission mounts 
47000 mi

US $100
Intermittent rough running with check engine light. Acted as if water in gas. Dealer found bad pcv valve (oil in air cleaner), and plugs that hadn't been replaced as needed at 30,000 mile service. Problem hasn't repeated since.  
84700 mi

US $250
Bad EGR valve 

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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV

230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

115000 mi

US $30
Camshaft sensor failed. Replaced sensor. 
118000 mi

US $450
Fan clutch and thermostat 

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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV

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

112000 mi

US $600
During preventive maintenance mechanic showed me the extensive play in the water pump indicating it was the bearing(s) were beginning to wear and would likely fail soon. I have a history with the dealer and they do have credibility with me. 
84000 mi

US $2800
Blown head gasket. Leaking transmission cooler lines. 
133600 mi

US $100
water pump leaking from gasket. replaced water pump serpentine belt, idler pulley and tensioner. 
156300 mi

US $200
radiator leaked, was replaced. 
172000 mi

US $8
water pump gasket failed. 
180000 mi

US $130
radiator replaced due to leak cooling fan clutch failed 
98000 mi

US $340
Replaced the exhaust manifold gasket 
117300 mi

US $260
Replaced passenger side exhaust manifold gasket 
87000 mi Idler pulley/tensioner pulley squealing. Idler pulley/tensioner was replaced along with serpentine belt. 
100440 mi

A $1600
Temp indicator show erratic readings should be steady 100deg C but it was fluctuating between 100 and 115deg C. When bonnet was opened very slim steam was coming from left hand side of radiator.Impossible to see anything when engine cold. 
127000 mi Car is loosing engine coolant and using more oil than it should. 
47000 mi

US $67
Bearing went out that holds the fan shaft. Replaced the water pump, and fixed the problem. 
36000 mi During previous ABS sensor diagnosis, Dealership coded in wrong VIN number so subsequent attempts to clear codes showed "unable to communicate" with vehicles ECM. 
56000 mi

US $49
Peripheral gasket on water pump failed causing loss of coolant. 
65000 mi 12V wire to starter solenoid was corroded causing an intermittent "no start" condition. No codes came up at Dealer who replaced the ignition switch "hoping" this would fix problem. My jiggling the solenoid 12V wire and spraying contact cl 
87000 mi

US $200
R&R WATER PUMP r & r water pump / oil change 
88500 mi

US $36
rear seal rear seal 
125700 mi

US $500
EGR sensor valve 
144000 mi

US $450
Replaced Thermostat 
175000 mi

US $50
heater core leak; bypassed heater core 
70000 mi

US $384
Exhaust leak, driver side. Exhaust manifold gasket had to be replaced. Seems to be a common problem on the 4.7 V8.  

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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV

210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

122000 mi

US $242
evaporative emissions 
73000 mi Also replaced water pump. 

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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV

210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

108000 mi

US $65
Replace throttle sensor, came apart after removing the screws 
101000 mi

US $100
Heater core leaking. Bypassed heater core. 
53000 mi

US $500
Transmission-TCM Shifter-ECM 
47000 mi

US $250
hard downshift 

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