Brake pads front
Total: $100-170
Parts: $20-50
Labor: $80-120
Easy DIY on most cars
Brake pad and rotor
Total: $185-320
Parts: $65-140
Labor: $120-180
Replace rotors in pairs
Alternator
Total: $185-290
Parts: $85-130
Labor: $100-160
Return core for $20-50 refund
Water pump
Total: $170-290
Parts: $30-70
Labor: $140-220
Replace timing belt same time
Oxygen sensor
Total: $85-155
Parts: $25-55
Labor: $60-100
Often a DIY job
Parts: $50-95
Labor: $100-160
Check both sides
Wheel bearing
Total: $170-290
Parts: $50-90
Labor: $120-200
Safety critical — do not delay
Serpentine belt
Total: $100-175
Parts: $20-45
Labor: $80-130
Replace tensioner same time
Cabin air filter
Total: $8-18
Parts: $8-18
Labor: $0 DIY
5-min DIY — never pay a shop
Spark plugs 4cyl
Total: $100-200
Parts: $20-60
Labor: $80-140
Every 30-60K miles
Starter motor
Total: $170-280
Parts: $70-120
Labor: $100-160
Return core for refund
Parts: $80-180
Labor: $120-200
Flush coolant same time
Tie rod end
Total: $130-220
Parts: $30-60
Labor: $100-160
Alignment required after