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Chevrolet TrailBlazer repairs by problem area

Engine (32%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (22%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (4%)

Chart based on 617 repairs.
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Chevrolet TrailBlazer engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (1%)

$1000 - $2499 (6%)

$500 - $999 (15%)

$100 - $499 (43%)

< $100 (34%)

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Chart based on 183 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

285-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD

98450 mi

US $620
Water pump failure - leaking 

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2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

390-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

123000 mi

US $672
Regular synthetic oil change and replacement of all O2 sensors. 
130000 mi

US $144
Basic Oil change and safety check of entire auto before the wife took it on a winter road trip with a friend. 

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2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

285-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD

76300 mi

US $126
Cylinder 3 is misfiring 
42115 mi

US $429
replaced air injection pump and pump relay 
90000 mi

US $300
A/C does not activate. Replacement of thermostat was done. 
237000 mi

US $500
exhaust manifold was cracked and leaking a substantial amount causing a reduction in engine compression. 

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2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

285-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

169300 mi

US $300
O2 pump, switch, etc all reported faulty. Pump was replaced as was relay, and check valve 
63100 mi

US $320
Dealer replaced ignition switch to rectify intermittent no start conditions 
72000 mi Dealer sent techs to my house for no start. They diddled with things and said it might be starter connector or starter. Just jiggle this wire .... 
64000 mi

US $150
Bad ignition switch 
72000 mi

US $275
Bad sensor for air pump 
119000 mi

US $310
Needed a thermostat 
88900 mi

US $900
vehicle had a exhaust manifold crack. repair cost 900, was quoted 692. It wasn't till after that that I was told about the exhaust bolts that are difficult to remove. 
116720 mi

C $950
Another cracked exhaust manifold. 
118500 mi Exhaust manifold cracked 
56000 mi

US $15
fan belt squeal at startup and when cold. Replace idler pulley, fixed noise. 
75500 mi

US $720
Replaced cracked exhaust manifold 
73000 mi

US $880
Electronic control module failed, and was replaced. 

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2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

395-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Spun #6 rod bearing. There is a design issue with the GM oilpan which starves the #6 rod bearing on 'hard' launches. Several occurrences can be found on the online forums. Avoid these vehicles if you enjoy spirited driving. 

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2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

395-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

52000 mi Misc. random intermittent failures and warning lights. Finally set a code P1682. Had dealer replace ignition switch. Appears to be a common problem with the Trailblazers. 

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2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD

37000 mi

US $150
Gas gauge stopped working. Replaced fuel sending unit in gas tank. 
61000 mi

US $30
Vapor canister vent solenoid replaced.  
97000 mi

US $115
Replaced idler pulley. 
126000 mi

US $30
Replaced Thermostat 
100000 mi

US $900
Water pump bearings failing; new water pump. Otherwise, normals 100k tune-up 
106500 mi

US $30
bad evap purge valve solenoid. Replaced part 
43000 mi

US $250
Replaced Air Pump Assembly and Relay. 
60000 mi

US $275
Replaced Serpentine Belt tensioner with bad bearings. 
73000 mi

US $250
Replaced Motor Mounts 

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2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

30015 mi fuel gauge erratic-replaced sender in fuel tank chev. emblem in grille de-laminating Replaced both under warranty-no charge 
114000 mi

US $1500
Aamco replaced the cat converter and both o2 sensors even though there was no code set for them (per dealer, autozone) This fixed the problem I had of no power and seemingly trans slipping. I suspect it was only a disconnected trans vac hose 
74000 mi

US $100
Vehicle would not start in 20+ attempts. Only after connecting jumper cables would it start. Drove right to the dealer. Low voltage detected at ignition. Ignition replaced. Problem fixed. 
88000 mi

US $2
Engine light intermittently on. Dealership could not find code. Purchased my own code scanner and found two codes pertaining to EGR and TPS (low voltage). Cleaned throttle body at home and cleared codes. Vehicle runs better than ever. 
150000 mi

US $3500
Camshaft actuator sensor code was actually due to no oil in engine. No check engine oil light or anything. Rod knock began; determined spun rod bearing. Engine toast. Traded vehicle. 

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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

Engine not specified

51000 mi

US $600
FUEL SENDING UNIT. I AM REPLACING THE WINDSHIELD TOMORROW. 
26000 mi

US $258
My truck would make a loud noise when it was sitting still and when I would drive it. The mechanic said the idler pulley was broken and needed to be replaced. 

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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.

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

88000 mi CEL came on coded for Bank 1 Sensor 1 O2 sensor. Removed, cleaned and put back in. If this doesn't work will replace. 
96100 mi

US $40
Cleaning O2 sensor in January did not work. I replaced O2 sensor and CEL went off. 

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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.

291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD

86000 mi

US $262
Water Pump shaft was bent causing a bad vibration and the fan was shaking... 
102000 mi

US $307
Catalytic Converter became stopped up lost most of power... This just after getting Spark Plugs put in.... 

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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.

291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

155000 mi

US $230
replace leaking water pump and fan clutch 
184000 mi

US $2951
Transmission still had tcc slip after replacement.Throttle body with throttle position sensor was replaced next.Now all tcc problems have been repaired 
213000 mi

US $60
replaced weak thermostat 
87000 mi Engine light was on. Took it in for diagnosis. Emissions problem...need to find a leak in a hose likely since nothing was obvious. Still need to have this repair done. Only diagnosis was done. 
88000 mi

US $274
Am really not sure if this was engine or transmission 
164000 mi

US $80
Replaced water pump. Still driving vehicle, adding power steering fluid as necessary. 
166000 mi

US $200
Bad bearing in water pump Replaced t-stat and radiator while apart. 
108000 mi

US $250
Fuel pump replaced sending unit was going bad 
191200 mi

US $40
10/10 took to replaced back tires as they wore thin only in the center-Fortera. But also diagnosing for where the oil is slowly leaking (only at high speeds) Drips under the middle of the motor sometimes? No exhaust smoke detected. After several mechanics have looked at the issue of oil 'sometimes' being over a quart low after a long trip, then city driving, the last mechanic believes it is just bypassing the rings at Interstate speeds. 
192000 mi Engine light code read by AutoZone: "too cold" condition (bad temp sensor?). But when the electric driver seat forward/back position button started working again(upon a start), the light went out. Issue over a month, no restriction found. 

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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

395-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

35000 mi Ignition switch failure. 
54000 mi

US $337
Ignition switch had to be replaced (2nd time). Car would not start at times. The rear brake pads had to be replaced and rotors machined. 

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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

395-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

60000 mi

US $300
Water pump leaking, replaced 
48000 mi Replaced bad catalytic converter. (under GM 8yr/80,000 mile warranty) 
60000 mi

US $671
Radiator failure, Auto trans cooler broke inside the radiator 
45000 mi Fuel pump went out 
47000 mi Computer went out 
73800 mi

US $23
Check engine light for "loose gas cap" code. Replaced Canister Purge Solenoid. Check engine light still persists. Will replace Vent Solenoid next. 
70200 mi

US $170
Excessive coolant leak, suspect faulty water pump known to fail at 50-70K miles. Replaced thermostat, serpentine and AC tensioner assy's, and water pump plus seals. 
83600 mi

US $250
Replaced ignition coils for intermittent idle and noticeable ignition miss during wide open throttle. Also replaced coil wires and O2 sensors as preventive measure. 
99000 mi

US $20
AC Compressor belt broke last season. Replaced with new. Cleaned throttle body and air filter while clutch fan was out. 
104800 mi

US $40
Replaced air filter due to Mass air flow sensor causing erratic shifting from first gear. Air filter was washable and oiled after washing, was in for 3+ years before replacement. 
112300 mi

US $20
Replaced spark plugs for hard start. Battery terminal bolt replaced due to stripped thread. 
123000 mi

US $96
Replaced water pump for failing bearings and coolant leak. Also replaced accessory belt idler below alternator (preventive). 
109200 mi

US $20
Replaced tensioner for accessory belt. Squeak in accessory belt did not go away after tensioner and stationary idler were replaced. 
127000 mi

US $50
Replaced oil sending unit for low oil pressure readings on dash gauge. Had to purchase special socket to remove sensor, but not expensive and made job very easy. 
71000 mi Ignition switch replacement. 

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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

300-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

145700 mi

US $35
idler pulley belt 

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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD

53000 mi

US $100
Faulty gas gauge fan clutch was faulty 
21000 mi Intermittent check engine light on. Diagnosis indicated bad O2 sensor and was advised there was a TSB for problem. 
133000 mi

US $600
Thermostat and other issues. Engine service MIL set. 

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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

100000 mi Replaced water pump 
121000 mi

US $386
Check engine was on. Diagnostic test pointed to gas cap. Replaced 
46900 mi

US $230
Ignition switch went on the fritz. Replaced out of warranty. 
73000 mi

US $230
ENGINE LIGHT ON - Diagnosed as clogged injector, recommended fuel system flush, which owner OK'd. Engine light was out for less than an hour when it came back on. Returned to shop 3 weeks later. Same diagnosis, free fuel system flush, EL stayed off 10 min 
79000 mi

US $350
Once again, the engine light that has been on for months was addressed. This time, the dealership claimed it was an O2 sensor that was bad, but wouldn't guarantee that would solve the problem. They were right about the last part. Light on a day later. 
57411 mi

C $154
The check engine light for the traction control came on. A diagnostic revealed code CO455 in steering sensor. Found in DOC ID to reprogram EBCM. Performed reprogram code 29FFD. This was not under warranty. 
89520 mi

C $180
The belt and belt tensioner were replaced, due to constant squeaking. 
130200 mi

C $1100
water pump and serpentine belt 
63000 mi Water pump was leaking and was replaced. 
113000 mi

US $300
Idler pulley & water pump worn out and making noise. Replaced before they stopped working. 
126500 mi

US $30
Thermostat needed to be replaced. Was able to do it myself with common tools. 
38000 mi

US $60
ses light for heater control circuit o2 sensor 1 bank 1 

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2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.

300-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

83000 mi

US $350
water pump and hoses 

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2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.

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

150000 mi

US $50
Replaced oil pressure sensor and filter screen. 

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2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD

189000 mi Smog repairs were very expensive 

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2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

150000 mi

US $450
Catalytic converter went out  
52680 mi

C $750
Cracked manifold 
68820 mi

C $150
Serpentine belt replaced - normal wear 

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2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD

76000 mi

US $400
water pump replacement Transmission sensor went out. 2 other parts were changed at the same time b/c it was suggested. 
81100 mi

US $190
fan clutch needed to be replaced 

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2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

182000 mi

US $500
Water pump was leaking. Pump was replaced. 
77000 mi

US $900
Idler pulley was loose, water pump was beginning to fail and leak. Both also added a high pitched whine proportional to RPM. P0128 - engine too cold. Issue was a stuck thermostat. Thermostat was replaced and engine temperature now approaches 210C as expected. 
75500 mi

US $153
Coolant Temp Below Threshold. Repair poor connection at Engine Coolant Temp. Sensor. Note: bill is this much b/c I had other work done. Oil change with synthetic blend, tire rotation. 
99000 mi

US $700
Replace Secondary Air Injection Pump. Replacement was faulty, replaced-under warranty. The new pump caused engine light to come back on, mechanic cleaned and lubricated pump, seems to work fine now... 
81000 mi

US $1200
Replaced water pump and completed 100,000 mile tuneup (radiator flush, transmission flush and gasket replacement, 4-wheel drive flush). 
85000 mi

US $250
Needed new themostat and sensor because it was throwing code P0128 
145000 mi

US $400
A check engine light was diagnosed with low water temperature, the thermostat fixed the problem. Play in the water pump, (a bearing?) was causing a troubling sound, so it was replaced. 
108000 mi

US $680
Replace Air Injection Check Valve and New Air Pump 
185000 mi

US $250
2 coils replaced along with plugs 
124000 mi

US $120
replaced thermostat 
120000 mi

US $1195
Fan cluch replaced 
158000 mi

US $353
Radiator was leaking from the trans cooler. Decided to replace serpentine belt, water pump, tensioner and idler pulley while the radiator was out. With the milage showing figured the rest were not far behind 

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2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

Engine not specified

57000 mi

US $172
Replaced the electric ignition switch under dash, 3rd time since we bought the TrailBlazer new 

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2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.

290-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

65000 mi

US $502
water pump replaced 
76000 mi

US $920
replace catalytic converter 

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2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD

256000 mi

US $1100
Failed emissions. Had to replace catalytic converter, other parts. 
121100 mi

US $400
Car acted like there was a fuel interuption/stoppage. Would simply shutdown for no reason. 

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2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

136000 mi

US $360
cracked exhaust manifold replaced  also replaced spark plugs and ignition coils at this time. 
169500 mi

US $250
broken rear bolt that holds on exhaust manifold, cracked manifold, burned up gasket for rear cylinder 2nd new exhaust manifold put on in 4 years time - this chevy trailblazer is the biggest piece of crap vehicle I have ever owned.. the designers should be lynched !!! 

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2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD

86000 mi

US $438
Engine light came on. The temperature gauge was showing very high temperature. Mechanic showed the code to be a thermostat AND sensor malfunction. Thermostat was stuck closed. Thermostat and sensor replaced. 
86000 mi

US $89
Engine stopped running at idle. Code showed MAP sensor was bad. Replaced sensor. 
175000 mi Cuts off occasionally at a stop. 

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2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

42000 mi

US $600
Radiator fan clutch needed replacement together with water pump. Changed spark plugs at same time and flushed transmission oil 
168020 mi

﷼300
Vibration during idle and moving. Changed the engine mounts. Problem solved 
179800 mi

﷼300
Major vibration detected and engine light blinking. Computer check showed faulty thermal sensor. Turned out a cable connecting the sensor was not working. Repair included cable, spark plugs, engine tuning. 
185380 mi

﷼1300
Engine sputter was noticed. Turned out the thermosatat not working. It was changes and engine tuning and reprogramming made. 
193820 mi

﷼210
Engine is not running smoothly. Sometimes switch off all of a sudden especially when the car is turning. 
203980 mi

﷼113
Oil leak from the pipe on top of the engine. A valve was repaired and a hose replaced. 
212040 mi

﷼253
Substantial oil leakage from the upper part of the engine. The Upper gasket was change along with spark plugs and one injector. 
214300 mi

﷼176
Timing belt was cut. It turned out the water pump was failed and it could be the reason for the belt failure. Both were replaced. 
79500 mi

US $853
Replaced Thermostat & Coolant. Front Brakes & Rotors, brake fluid replaced. Replaced engine air filter. 
129600 mi

US $30
Replaced faulty O2 sensor. 
168000 mi

US $45
#4 cylinder coil dead 
209000 mi

US $550
Replaced spark plugs and coil packs and fuel pressure regulator. 
36000 mi Camshaft position sensor 
47950 mi

US $382
Fan clutch/water pump 
59240 mi

US $107
Water pump rechanged. N/C. New belt and 60$ labor 
80000 mi

US $450
Gas smell but no apparant leak. Dealer dropped tank and replaced fuel pump/tank lines. This was done at NO COST!!! based on VIN# and a letter received from GM some years earlier stating that this failure was likely to happen. Hats off to GM Exhaust manifold cracked. Replaced w/aftermarket. 2 bolts broken in head and new O2 sensor needed. 
83000 mi

US $10
Engine idle would drop low and sometimes even stall when heater or AC was engaged. Problem was fixed by removing air intake system and cleaning the accumulated gunk from throttle body butterfly. 
131000 mi

US $250
replaced faulty fan clutch--also replaced waterpump ,belt,and belt tensioner. 
139000 mi

US $30
Fan Clutch solid state relay replaced. Fan clutch running constantly at hi speed. 
207000 mi

US $750
Serpentine belt had cracks on it 
157000 mi

US $120
Engine operating temperature running below spec by 10 degrees. Replaced thermostat 
153000 mi losing map sensor and air pump 

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2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

50000 mi

US $50
Clamp on the gas inlet valve was loose. Had to be tightened. 

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2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

Engine not specified

79000 mi

US $1000
Replaced thermostat. Replaced radiator hoses.  Replaced gas cap three times. Installed proper oil filter. Properly installed oil pan plug and gasket. Changed the oil and filled it correctly. Replaced the radiator. Replaced ignition system electronics. 
134000 mi

US $280
Fuel tank leaking gas from pump module. Found last person who worked on it did not move the pump module into the safety detent to keep it from backing out of tank. Replaced the seal and reassembled the tank. Engine will not idle. Searches for idle rpm. Had to reflash engine control module and clean throttle body. 

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2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

143700 mi

US $17
Electronic ignition switch went bad...replaced 
164000 mi

US $42
Replaced faulty ignition coil. 
141000 mi

US $100
Failed coil pack. Caused cylinder misfire 
63840 mi

C $1500
Replaced coolant line under vehicle. Replaced water pump leaking. 
115000 mi

US $700
Roaring sound from front, louder with higher engine speed. Dealer tech diagnosed bad radiator fan clutch. Replacement part fixed the problem. Check engine light - dealer replaced fuel cap. 
171000 mi

US $305
Loose part in muffler causing rattling noise, especially at idle. The shop welded up a fix because it was much cheaper than OEM replacement part. 
200000 mi

US $500
Rough idle and low power. Diagnosed one spark plug not firing. Replaced ignition coil. 

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2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD

132000 mi

US $120
Thermostat stuck open. Changed it myself. 
168000 mi

US $25
coil pak 

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2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

70000 mi

US $150
Replaced defective thermostat. 
126200 mi replace fuel pump and filter due to gas smell caused by metal fittings on pump leaking 
150000 mi

US $450
warning light indicated engine not reaching operating temperture. replaced thermostat and housing along with water pump 
99820 mi

C $900
Poor gas mileage 
112920 mi

C $1083
New Exhaust Fan Clutch Replaced 
86000 mi

US $200
Fan clutch was replaced due to it not spinning anymore. Had been having trouble for a year with it staying on and it finally gave out and the truck would overheat. 
214000 mi

US $100
Leaking gas hose was replaced 
214000 mi Car required additive and adjusting spark plugs. A hose was loose 
214700 mi

US $200
Sensor replaced 

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2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

Engine not specified

100000 mi

US $400
Check engine light came on. Trailblazer started rumbling (shaking), mostly while idling. Mechanic said one of the cylinders wasn't firing. Replaced a sensor, plugs and a coil in the cylinder that wasn't firing. 
65300 mi

US $80
Cooling pump failed 
67000 mi one month later the new water pump failed 

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2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.

270-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD

139300 mi

US $70
Replaced cpas sensor (vvt exhaust cam solenoid) because it was leaking oil. Probably only needed new o ring, but it was original to the car. Replaced with ac delco part and no more drips. 
147000 mi

US $300
Replaced fan clutch and water pump after getting a code for fan speed. Replaced water pump as precaution but pump appeared to be in good shape, even the bearings. 
230500 mi

US $350
This did not correct the stalling issue. Ended up having to remove and clean the throttle body. 
230100 mi

US $20
Antifreeze leak at rear heating and cooling system. I purchased the proper fittings and water hose clamps and cut off and isolated the rear heater core and reattached the hoses into a loop. Eliminated the leaking antifreeze and odor. 

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2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD

88000 mi

US $284
Engine check light. Two codes regarding catalyst flow. Catalytic converter replaced. 
122000 mi Rear oxygen sensor failed again. 
127000 mi

US $157
Pre and post cat oxygen sensors burnt out again. Only reset warning light. 
130200 mi

US $85
Paid labor for shop to replace the "failed" yet still under warranty oxygen sensors and catalytic converter. 
147000 mi

US $59
Motor mounts were replaced to stop the vibration at idle while vehicle was in drive. 

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2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

159000 mi

US $200
Starting noticing coolant leaking directly under engine; observed coolant residue on block and knew water pump seal leak. Went ahead with replacement of water pump since age of current one is unknown. Replaced fan clutch, thermostat, and coolant temp sensor. Refilled coolant. 159K miles. 
166000 mi

US $20
Vent solenoid on gas tank causing CEL. Problem was exacerbated by running tank low on hot day. Tried filling up tank and overflow occurred. Cooled down and was able to fill. Part purchased but not installed; given to new owner. 
83000 mi

US $800
Injector cleaning. 
96000 mi

US $1400
Cooling tubes between trans and radiator broke while driving. Also leaking front joints required replacement. Had coolant flushed and replaced. Other maintenance cost. 
89000 mi

US $400
Exhaust manifold replaced (cracked) 
136000 mi

US $750
Missing. Replaced one coil and 6 spark plugs. 
133000 mi

US $55
Replaced water pump Replaced water pump 
152000 mi

US $380
Fuel smell when driving vehicle. Fuel pump has a flaw in the design that caused the fuel lines to corrode (rust) through. Removed the fuel tank, replaced the fuel pump, replaced the fuel tank.  
277000 mi

US $800
Coil pack 
126000 mi

US $2000
They were getting three engine actuator errors so they replaced it. They had to flush out a sensor on the engine and do a computer update 
86900 mi

US $450
fan clutch 

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