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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 transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (7%)

$1000 - $2499 (21%)

$500 - $999 (21%)

$100 - $499 (21%)

< $100 (29%)

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Chart based on 14 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

155-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

105000 mi

US $450
Rebuilt and upgraded transmission 
111000 mi Transmission lost forward gears. 
107500 mi

US $1537
Low Sun Gear separated from Low Intermediate drum(weld failed). Required disassembly of trans to repair. 

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2000 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

182100 mi

US $400
total failure 
93000 mi

US $600
and Passenger side CV axle. 
144000 mi

US $50
Transmission pan gasket was leaking. Replaced gasket and filter and fluid 
160000 mi

US $320
Had clicking axles and chatter in high speed steering. Replaced axles.  
122000 mi

US $510
CV Axles from Raxles (for AX4N w/ABS)  
165000 mi

US $3400
Transmission replaced. 
170000 mi

US $20
Transmission fluid leaking from dipstick. TSB revealed failed transmission vent. Purchased part and installed following TSB instructions. 

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2000 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan

155-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

136000 mi

US $1700
Rear seal bad, rebuilt transmission 
110360 mi

€1200
Transmission warning light came on. Code P0741, something to do with the torque converter. Decided not to fix, since repair would be expensive and the car shows no symptoms of anything being wrong with the transmission. Transmission warning light came on. Code P0741, something to do with the torque converter. Decided not to fix, since repair would be expensive and the car shows no symptoms of anything being wrong with the transmission. 
110980 mi Transmission light still on when sold, codes indicate failing torque converter, but still not noticeable otherwise. 

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2000 Ford Taurus Transmission Problems

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