1997 Honda Civic Honda Civic 1997

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1997 Honda Civic repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (7%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (13%)

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1997 Honda Civic transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (67%)

< $100 (22%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

1997 Honda Civic

Engine not specified

122000 mi

US $150
Needs front axle work. 

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1997 Honda Civic 4-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

148180 mi

C $230
Worn CV joint. 
214000 mi

US $150
replaced both cv axles 

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1997 Honda Civic 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

155000 mi

US $70
Warranty covered second refurbished transmission. Transmission was slow in engaging from park to drive 3000 miles after installation. 
133000 mi

US $1251
Shifter binding. 
97000 mi

US $350
CV boot was torn, had to replace front axle. Mechanic recommended replacing both, I only replaced one, other seems fine. 
102000 mi

US $224
replaced axle. 

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1997 Honda Civic 2-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

237000 mi Torn boot on CV joint replaced (preventative) so it wouldn't cause a problem down the road. 
154000 mi

US $300
Left and right front axles replaced - rubber torn. 

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1997 Honda Civic Transmission Problems

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