2006 Jeep Wrangler Jeep Wrangler 2006

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2006 Jeep Wrangler repairs by problem area

Engine (43%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (16%)

Brakes and Traction Control (1%)

Suspension and Steering (21%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

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

Other (3%)

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2006 Jeep Wrangler electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (27%)

$100 - $499 (18%)

< $100 (45%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV, ext.

190-horsepower 4.0L I6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

35000 mi

US $50
Blower resister replaced 
19600 mi Replaced blown center Sub-woofer under warranty. Took a couple of weeks to get new speaker as they were back-ordered but successfully replaced. 
97000 mi

US $500
Key transponder identification computer unit failed. Replaced unit, replaced battery, upgraded software per TSB or recommendation.  
181700 mi

US $1600
Cruise control non-operational. P582-cruise vac servo, P586 cruise vac circuit. Leak test reserve bottle + cruise servo OK. Replaced servo with OEM Mopar (hard to find!), replaced brake switch with Mopar. 

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2006 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV, ext.

190-horsepower 4.0L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

46300 mi

US $36
Blew the blower resister causing blower to function full on or not at all. 
70000 mi

US $30
HVAC vent selector knob stripped on shaft. Replaced knob. 

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2006 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV

190-horsepower 4.0L I6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

18760 mi

US $750
Electrical system kept loosing current to lights and dash. Replaced a wiring harness and so far no further issues. 
102000 mi

US $250
New alternator and battery 
144000 mi Flat battery due to lack of use 
37600 mi

US $700
Blower fan not working 

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2006 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV

147-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

97000 mi

US $300
Replace a high pressure hose. 

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2006 Jeep Wrangler Electrical Problems

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