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2000 Ford Taurus repairs by problem area

Engine (49%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (19%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)

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

Other (2%)

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2000 Ford Taurus electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (44%)

< $100 (36%)

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Chart based on 25 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2000 Ford Taurus 4dr Wagon

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

106000 mi

US $290
Brake light repair. The brake light wire was apparently broken in the liftgate while I was repairing the liftgate window hinge. 

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2000 Ford Taurus 4dr Wagon

155-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

104300 mi Air Conditioner clutch failure. 
105000 mi

US $450
AC clutch bearing failed, forced to repair. 
112000 mi Left rear power window inoperative. 
117000 mi

US $35
Brake light switch failed. Known problem-replaced with Motorcraft upgrade kit. 

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2000 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

143000 mi

US $164
Recharged air conditioner and added dye to identify leaks in case charge does not hold. 
144800 mi

US $155
Replaced O-ring, recharged system. 
158000 mi

US $85
Ac weak cooling, evacuated, recharged, leak detection fluid added. 
170000 mi

US $330
Starter replaced due to intermittent engagement 
176000 mi

US $585
In for AC recharge. 
177000 mi Cassette player not working when sold. 
130200 mi

C $100
Dead batterie .. replaced  
124000 mi

US $737
Installed remanufactured Motorcraft compressor assembly. F5TZ-14N089-B Relay  
131000 mi

US $75
Replaced sunload sensor. 
190000 mi

US $180
Altnerator needed replacing. Bearing was going, regulator was failing, brushes were worn. 
198200 mi

US $390
Replaced all lines, compressor, condenser and evaporator core. 
153000 mi

US $150
Low refrigerant levels, required a freon charge & service 
184000 mi

US $710
Air Condition not Blowing Cold, Low Pressure Accumulator / Filter had to be replaced. 
194200 mi

US $170
Air conditioning is not working -two leaks found one of which is the compressor, Repair cost is $1400. Not sinking any more money into non-required system. 

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2000 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan

155-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

190000 mi

US $123
The alternator failed. 
165620 mi

C $80
NO HEATING 
137000 mi

US $500
A switch of some sort burned out / failed 
209000 mi

US $65
A/C compressor clutch engages intermittently when A/C selected; gap is out of spec, A/C needs new clutch. New compressor recommended by mechanic at this mileage. 
209000 mi

US $10
A/C compressor replaced with aftermarket Visteon-brand compressor, along with accumulator, orfice tube, and refrigerant recharge. Wobbly idler pulley also noticed and replaced during service. Passenger tail light filled with rainwater, causing backup lamp failure. Location of leak unknown. Taillight fixture drained, bulb replaced. Rubber gaskets for taillight mounting nuts disintegrated upon removal, replacements unavailable. 

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2000 Ford Taurus Electrical Problems

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