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2005 Jeep Wrangler repairs by problem area
Engine (37%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (25%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (14%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (3%)
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 71 repairs.
2005 Jeep Wrangler transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (13%)
$100 - $499 (60%)
< $100 (27%)
Chart based on 15 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV, ext.
190-horsepower 4.0L I6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 56200 mi US $50 |
Mild vibration under load at 30 mph. Replaced rear driveshaft ujoints with Spicer brand sealed joints similar to OEM. Problem solved. |
2005 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV, ext.
190-horsepower 4.0L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 1500 mi | Nut holding transmission skid plate spinning in frame. Remove skid plate bolt and weld repair nut insert in frame. |
| 81000 mi US $345 |
My Jeep started leaking auto transmission and making a mess in my driveway. Diagnosis found that the oil pan had pin holes caused by corrosion. Also corrosion caused the bolts for the skid plate either snapped off or stripped causing further repairs. Transmission was also serviced with fresh oil and filter. |
| 86000 mi | Output Oil seal leaking at back of transfer case. |
| 85000 mi US $100 |
Replaced front u-joints, and front differential seal. |
2005 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV
190-horsepower 4.0L I6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 77000 mi US $150 |
Rear axle seal leaking |
| 74000 mi US $655 |
Whining noise coming from transmission when clutch pedal engaged. Throw-Out Bearing replaced |
| 76000 mi US $140 |
Chirping noise coming from front driveshaft (do a search on Wrangler Angry Sparrows for more info). Found 1 U-Joint in need of replacement, however replaced all 3 plus ball joint while driveshaft was out. |
| 78000 mi US $443 |
Rear drive shaft U-Joints needed to be replaced Rear differential cover was rusted out and leaking. Needed to be replaced |
| 102200 mi US $35 |
While performing brake job, discovered bad u-joint on front axle. Part cost $10, didn't have a press to get the old joint out so I had a shop press out the old one and press in the new one for $40. |
| 113000 mi US $12 |
Driver side front axle joint (u joint) had to be replaced. |
2005 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV
190-horsepower 4.0L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 68000 mi US $100 |
Rear bearing seal. |
| 69000 mi US $800 |
Had strange sound/ vibration at freeway speed. Mechanic said it was U joint. Replaced U-Joint. |
| 38500 mi US $425 |
Drivers side front axle U joint was squeaking. Upon inspection the U joint had quite a bit of play, back and forth, in it. Replaced both the drivers and passengers side. Noise is gone. |
| 40000 mi US $105 |
The cardon joint had to be disassembled and wearable parts replaced to address "angry sparrows" or rotational squeaking of the joint. |
| 101000 mi US $100 |
Replaced front u-joint |
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