2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2009

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2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 repairs by problem area

Engine (35%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (18%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (3%)

Chart based on 34 repairs.
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2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (18%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (9%)

$100 - $499 (27%)

< $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.

2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine not specified

58000 mi

US $390
The entire accelerator pedal was replaced. 

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2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

315-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

48000 mi throttle body replaced, yoke replaced as per service bulletin, and body spacer installed as per service bulletin. 
26000 mi oil pan leak, gasket replaced 

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2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

295-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

50000 mi

US $100
Fuel vent filter on the gas tank was clogged with dirt. This has since been repaired. 

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2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

18000 mi Dealer found oil pan gasket leaking when in for a routine oil change. They put dye in oil to verify leak then replaced the oil pan gaskets. 

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2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

332-horsepower 6.0L V8 Hybrid 4-speed 2-mode automatic 4WD w/low range

168000 mi

US $7605
Complete engine replacement required due to low oil pressure and valve damage. 

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2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

315-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

100400 mi

US $5000
Complete engine replacement due to collapsed lifters that caused cam shaft damage. 

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2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

315-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

59200 mi

US $350
Lost oil pressure due to leaking oil coolant lines 
77800 mi Engine oil level very low, no apparent leaks. Service bulletin advised replacing pistons and rings if previous repair did not resolve the issue. 

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2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

295-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

74380 mi

C $800
Ignition coil. Engine had a quick direct miss, engine light was on with code P300. 

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2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed

315-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

23000 mi

US $50
Emissions System. Replaced Evaporative Emissions Canister Vent Valve. 

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2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed

295-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

40300 mi Right Hand catalytic converter was failing, replaced under Federal Emissions Warranty. 

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2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Engine Problems

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