2002 Ford F-150 Ford F-150 2002

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2002 Ford F-150 repairs by problem area

Engine (38%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (5%)

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2002 Ford F-150 transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (10%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (29%)

$100 - $499 (38%)

< $100 (24%)

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Chart based on 21 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 8ft bed

260-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

212000 mi r/r motor in transfer case 

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2002 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

260-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

128000 mi

US $800
Transmission fluid hose ruptured 

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2002 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

260-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

125000 mi Universal joints. 
129000 mi

US $4000
Transmission lines. 
151000 mi

US $170
replaced rear axle seals and bearings 
164000 mi replaced front wheel bearings prior to a trip...more preventative, then acknowledged symptom. but after the repair I noticed the radio antenna lost its wiggle when going down the road. 
182000 mi

US $30
replace a leaking transmission cooler line 
184000 mi

US $26
Replaced transmission cooler line (again, 1st was a Dorman, This time it was replaced with a Motorcraft). It leaked in the same location as the original, the fittings around or near the flex rubber line area. 
191000 mi

US $375
the upper transmission line developed a buldge. replaced aux trans cooler as well as the upper trans cooler line was warrantied replacement 
118000 mi

US $655
Replaced rear differential yoke seal and differential cover. New u-joints front and rear driveshafts. Replaced fluids in both differentials, transmission and transfer case 
124000 mi

US $4200
Transmission torque converter failed leading to no 3rd gear or overdrive. Total transmission rebuild. 
68000 mi

US $430
Rear end pinion seal leak. 

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2002 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

220-horsepower 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

57040 mi

C $188
leaking transmission cooler lines 
60960 mi rear axle seals leaking The axle seals began leaking again after a few days. Returned and had seals replaced again. Checked back two weeks later and leaking was stopped. Was either faulty seals or relocating the seals worked (minor pitting on axle). 
83080 mi

C $190
replace front and rear u-joints 

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2002 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

202-horsepower 4.2L V6 5-speed manual RWD

80000 mi

US $700
Clutch slave cylinder failed. 
82000 mi

US $300
Replaced slave cylinder and clutch assembly. 

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2002 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

260-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

166000 mi

US $300
Transmission cooler line rusted and leaking. Limited slip axel problems not repaired. 

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2002 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

220-horsepower 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

118000 mi

US $500
Replace neutral sensor. Tighten shifting lever linkage 
118000 mi

US $800
replace leaking transmission lines 

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2002 Ford F-150 Transmission Problems

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