1998 Honda Civic Honda Civic 1998

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1998 Honda Civic repairs by problem area

Engine (47%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (1%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (7%)

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1998 Honda Civic electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (8%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (58%)

< $100 (17%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

1998 Honda Civic

Engine not specified

245000 mi

US $100
Dead battery, went to Wal Mart and got a new one, replaced, now Good To Go! 
180000 mi

US $50
AC compressor failed 
178000 mi

US $200
Power window fails into intermediate position. 
182000 mi

US $600
Alternator problem. Had to replace it. Then it made new problem with wiring system so had to replace battery then change whole sensor. 
48980 mi

$200
Air compressor damaged 
150000 mi

US $250
Air conditioner stopped blowing and was blowing hot before it stopped all together. 

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1998 Honda Civic 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

98000 mi

US $135
replaced car battery and winshield wiper on/off switch 
170000 mi

US $1840
car cigarette lighter hanging out by wiring 
168000 mi

US $450
A/C blower motor died.  

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1998 Honda Civic 2-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

135160 mi

C $500
power window motor 
223000 mi

US $30
AC compressor clutch 
98000 mi

US $350
Broken motor for drivers window 

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1998 Honda Civic Electrical Problems

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