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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee repairs by problem area
Engine (25%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (26%)
Brakes and Traction Control (8%)
Suspension and Steering (9%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (7%)
Chart based on 208 repairs.
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (4%)
$1000 - $2499 (9%)
$500 - $999 (11%)
$100 - $499 (39%)
< $100 (37%)
Chart based on 46 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV
325-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
| 117500 mi US $153 |
Leaking coolant, reservoir was dry and coolant was leaking from the front of the block. Bad water pump seal, working on replacing water pump. Have mechanics manual but doesn't seem to line up with what I have under the hood. Replaced the water pump, did not need to remove the fan as stated in manual. The Heater pipe runs under the plenum (sp) and that proved to be the biggest challenge of the repair as it would not re-seal into the new pump. Used weldbond! |
| 145000 mi US $52 |
The Cam Position Sensor took a dive and the engine kept stalling. The computer threw an appropriate code and I replaced it with a new sensor from the dealer for $52.00 and 20 minutes worth of work. |
| 174200 mi US $425 |
One of the valve covers had a minor leak at the rear, so I had both gaskets replaced. |
| 59000 mi | Earlier sensor repair did not solve trans over temp warning. Manufacturer said to replace engine control module |
| 132700 mi C $1400 |
timing chain tightener failed and timing chain come off gears. replaced gears and timing chain, tightener, two exhaust valves, all exhaust springs, regrind all exhaust valves, plane the exhaust manifolds and replace 4 exhaust manifold studs on each head |
| 152520 mi C $89 |
water pump leak heater core leak |
| 158720 mi | Problems with the MDS System. One cylinder was misfiring |
| 135160 mi C $1000 |
pcm failure still unable to drive |
| 127820 mi C $560 |
Replaced O2 sensor |
| 105400 mi R 500 |
Car was jerking intermittently, and displaying error codes and MIL. Given the nature of the error codes, the crankshaft sensor was replaced, problem resolved |
| 178126 mi R 16418 |
ECU replaced as intermittent dis on 1 of the input ports thermostat stuck, replaced |
| 28000 mi | Vehicle slowly losing coolant. |
| 55000 mi US $1595 |
While tightening the positive battery terminal, the end of the wrench accidentally touched the metal of the FCM. Jeep would no longer start after wrench shorted FCM to positive terminal of battery. Replaced FCM, Jeep working great again. |
| 127000 mi US $100 |
banging noise drive to reverse. Replaced transmission mounts |
| 47000 mi US $100 |
Intermittent rough running with check engine light. Acted as if water in gas. Dealer found bad pcv valve (oil in air cleaner), and plugs that hadn't been replaced as needed at 30,000 mile service. Problem hasn't repeated since. |
| 84700 mi US $250 |
Bad EGR valve |
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV
230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 115000 mi US $30 |
Camshaft sensor failed. Replaced sensor. |
| 118000 mi US $450 |
Fan clutch and thermostat |
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV
230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
| 112000 mi US $600 |
During preventive maintenance mechanic showed me the extensive play in the water pump indicating it was the bearing(s) were beginning to wear and would likely fail soon. I have a history with the dealer and they do have credibility with me. |
| 84000 mi US $2800 |
Blown head gasket. Leaking transmission cooler lines. |
| 133600 mi US $100 |
water pump leaking from gasket. replaced water pump serpentine belt, idler pulley and tensioner. |
| 156300 mi US $200 |
radiator leaked, was replaced. |
| 172000 mi US $8 |
water pump gasket failed. |
| 180000 mi US $130 |
radiator replaced due to leak cooling fan clutch failed |
| 98000 mi US $340 |
Replaced the exhaust manifold gasket |
| 117300 mi US $260 |
Replaced passenger side exhaust manifold gasket |
| 87000 mi | Idler pulley/tensioner pulley squealing. Idler pulley/tensioner was replaced along with serpentine belt. |
| 100440 mi A $1600 |
Temp indicator show erratic readings should be steady 100deg C but it was fluctuating between 100 and 115deg C. When bonnet was opened very slim steam was coming from left hand side of radiator.Impossible to see anything when engine cold. |
| 127000 mi | Car is loosing engine coolant and using more oil than it should. |
| 47000 mi US $67 |
Bearing went out that holds the fan shaft. Replaced the water pump, and fixed the problem. |
| 36000 mi | During previous ABS sensor diagnosis, Dealership coded in wrong VIN number so subsequent attempts to clear codes showed "unable to communicate" with vehicles ECM. |
| 56000 mi US $49 |
Peripheral gasket on water pump failed causing loss of coolant. |
| 65000 mi | 12V wire to starter solenoid was corroded causing an intermittent "no start" condition. No codes came up at Dealer who replaced the ignition switch "hoping" this would fix problem. My jiggling the solenoid 12V wire and spraying contact cl |
| 87000 mi US $200 |
R&R WATER PUMP r & r water pump / oil change |
| 88500 mi US $36 |
rear seal rear seal |
| 125700 mi US $500 |
EGR sensor valve |
| 144000 mi US $450 |
Replaced Thermostat |
| 175000 mi US $50 |
heater core leak; bypassed heater core |
| 70000 mi US $384 |
Exhaust leak, driver side. Exhaust manifold gasket had to be replaced. Seems to be a common problem on the 4.7 V8. |
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 122000 mi US $242 |
evaporative emissions |
| 73000 mi | Also replaced water pump. |
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 108000 mi US $65 |
Replace throttle sensor, came apart after removing the screws |
| 101000 mi US $100 |
Heater core leaking. Bypassed heater core. |
| 53000 mi US $500 |
Transmission-TCM Shifter-ECM |
| 47000 mi US $250 |
hard downshift |
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