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Oldsmobile Silhouette repairs by problem area

Engine (36%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (24%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (7%)

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Oldsmobile Silhouette transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (17%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette 4dr Minivan, ext.

185-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

199000 mi

US $780
Replaced solenoids and actuators 

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2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette 4dr Minivan, ext.

185-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

58000 mi new transmission under extended warranty 
99000 mi

US $2800
Transmission replaced 
185400 mi Rough upshifts, delayed downshift, MIL light on, P0742 code. Replaced line to PCM from tcc lock solenoid with 12v tail lamp bulb. Disconnect from solenoid fixed shift issues but still gives P0742 due to excess slip. Will trade-in (too old) Rough upshifts, delayed downshift, MIL light on, P0742 code. Replaced line to PCM from tcc lock solenoid with 12v tail lamp bulb. Disconnect from solenoid fixed shift issues but still gives P0742 due to excess slip. Will trade-in (too old) 

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2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette 4dr Minivan, ext.

185-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

104780 mi

C $250
Front right wheel bearing failed. Replaced it with used unit from wreckers. 
161000 mi The transmission was slipping 

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Oldsmobile Silhouette Transmission Problems

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