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2005 Toyota Tacoma repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (29%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (4%)

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2005 Toyota Tacoma brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (20%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (40%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (0%)

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2005 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

245-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

112220 mi

C $550
RH front brake caliper seized. 

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2005 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

164-horsepower 2.7L I4 4-speed automatic RWD

122760 mi Front brake discs corroded. Replaced calipers, rotors and pads Brake warning light and soft pedal due to low brake fluid. No external leaks so master cylinder replaced. Intermittent anti lock brake light. Shop could not confirm as light went out while at the shop. Once picked up the light comes on and goes out with most drives. After a master cylinder replacement full brake pressure burst a line under drivers seat. Obtained new lines from dealer and had local shop remove fuel tank, replace lines and service rear brakes. 

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2005 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 6ft bed

245-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

142000 mi

US $770
Front and rear brake job 

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2005 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 6ft bed

245-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

125400 mi

US $3300
Caliper pistons seized on right front and left front calipers. Required replacement of both front calipers and rotors. 

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2005 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

245-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

114700 mi

US $400
One piston seal of the driver's side caliper leaked, pedal went to the floor so I replaced both front calipers. 

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