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2000 GMC Sierra 1500 Water Pump Repair Estimate $173-$320+(0)
I put the truck in reverse and it made a noise and than a whine. I put in drive and it drove with a slight whine than I parked back in the driveway, I need to figure out what to do. Any ideas Of what it is and the cost!
Eric Luck
Hi Eric,
Sounds like the water pump on you truck is going out. Here's what you can expect to pay on average to have the part replaced:
Parts= $53-$120 depending on the quality of the pump and if it is new or used.
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2008 GMC Sahara Brake Pad Replacement $110-$200
Brake noise?
A.S. Lineberger
Hi A.S. Lineberger,
It sounds like you need some new brake pads. Here's what you can expect to pay on average:
Parts= $60-$100 depending on the quality of the brake pads.
Labor= 1-1.5 hours $50-$100 depending on the shop's hourly rate and the skill of the mechanic.
Total= $110-$200
Replacing brake pads is an easier intermediate repair job that is a great way to get better acquainted with your Sahara, and requires minimal tools. I suggest trying to do the replacement yourself to save you the money you would normally spend on labor.
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General Motors posted a $3.4 Billion loss in the 4th Quarter of 2009, however the company's CFO believes it is still possible for GM to post a profit in 2010.
Approximately $2.5 Billion of the quarter's loss was due to a one time payment of $2.6 Billion settlement payment to the UAW's retiree medical plan. Without that payment, the loss would have only been $900 million.
The loss was a big improvement compared to the $9.8 Billion loss in the 4th quarter of 2008. The loss was narrowed to due a combination of a 15% increase in vehicle sales and 10% cut in the number of worldwide employees.
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The NHTSA discovered that Toyota became aware of the sticky gas pedals back in September of 2009 from documents submitted by Toyota to the agency. Under federal regulations, an automaker has 5 days to inform the agency once it has determined that a safety defect exists on one of its vehicles.
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