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2002 Ford Focus repairs by problem area

Engine (36%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (16%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (4%)

Chart based on 291 repairs.
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2002 Ford Focus other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (9%)

$100 - $499 (9%)

< $100 (82%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Ford Focus 4dr Wagon

110-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

50840 mi

C $170
All lug nuts had rusted, distorting chrome caps so I was unable to switch winter tires myself (even with compressor and impact wrench).  Garage managed to remove them, replaced all 16 and told me it is a common problem, likley to recur in 3 - 4 years. 

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2002 Ford Focus 4dr Sedan

130-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

145400 mi

US $13
Keyless entry fob lettering had worn off. Replaced keypad with E-bay part for $0.65 
149000 mi

US $20
Replaced lug nuts during brake pad replacement - caps fall off OEM lug nuts. 
149200 mi

US $3
Replaced wheel stud after NTB cross-threaded one and it broke on lug nut removal. 
158800 mi

US $4
Hood Support Rod Grommet Replaced 

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2002 Ford Focus 4dr Sedan

110-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

158000 mi

US $80
Replaced both rear windows regulator assembly due to both broken sliders. The window motors are still good. 

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2002 Ford Focus 4dr Hatch

130-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

139500 mi

US $15
Window regulator plastic guide 
173000 mi

US $17
Rear Window electric motor assembly, the plastic clip that retains the cables was broken. 

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2002 Ford Focus 4dr Hatch

110-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

38440 mi

A $75
Overflow coolant bottle needed to be replaced. 

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2002 Ford Focus 2dr Hatch

170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

40000 mi

US $500
Rear wiper repaired. 

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2002 Ford Focus 2dr Hatch

130-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

50000 mi Replaced front springs, under tsb 

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2002 Ford Focus Other Problems

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