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2002 Mazda MPV repairs by problem area

Engine (62%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (6%)

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

Other (3%)

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2002 Mazda MPV engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (37%)

< $100 (34%)

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Chart based on 35 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Mazda MPV

Engine not specified

155000 mi O2 sensor. Will cost about $310, will probably replace it in February. 

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2002 Mazda MPV 4dr Minivan

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD

219900 mi

US $3900
Engine was replaced ECU Replaced 
114000 mi

US $50
Throttle body cleaning 
125000 mi

US $250
Check engine light. O2 sensor. 
135000 mi

US $100
Leaky radiator. Had to replace. The radiator I order from Amazon, did not fit. So, we put some glue and put it back. I have to refill it once a month now instead of every 2 weeks :)  
95000 mi

US $1500
Engine missing. Coils replaced. 
101000 mi

US $200
Oxygen sensor replaced 
104200 mi

US $980
Exhaust manifold cracked. Had to be replaced. 
129000 mi

US $900
Cylinder coil failure 
10820 mi temperature sensor no way to be found and when taking long trip it finishes water in engine. 
144000 mi

US $200
MAF, MAP, EGR, PCV, ICV all replaced 
164000 mi

US $300
New radiator and water pump 
35000 mi two coil replaced under warranty fan control module replaced under warranty AT reflash to cure rough shifting 
60000 mi

US $200
Two more coil replaced under extended warranty on two occasions 
65000 mi

US $80
replaced 1 more coil (do-it-yourself) 
83000 mi

US $100
oil pan leak fixed under extended warranty 
90000 mi

US $80
last coil replaced (DIY) 
92000 mi

US $25
fan control module replaced (DIY) 
95000 mi

US $200
flexpipe leak, to be fixed for $200 (muffler shop estimate) 
2500 mi OD light flashed, towed to dealer as recommended, replaced sensor covered under warranty 
135500 mi

US $250
Replaced faulty ignition coil bank. 
85000 mi Leaking water pump was replaced. Engine was rinsed to reduce the residual coolant on the outside of the engine. 
61000 mi

US $300
PCV line assembly replaced due to PCV fail. Mechanic says this is a known problem on Ford engines 
171500 mi

US $40
Thought it was leaking oil, was slow leak in cooling system. Ship repaired gratis since they had done maintenance on cooling system earlier in the year. 
195000 mi

US $1600
Radiator core failed. Hoses replaced. 
203500 mi

US $1200
Vacuum leak, coil replacement, sensor cleaning. 
207000 mi

US $350
PCV Valve replaced, hose rotting and air leaking giving a whistle sound. 
210200 mi

US $450
Exhaust - left flex pipe came out, needed replacing. 
104900 mi

US $700
replace water pump and all 4 tires 
129500 mi

US $1400
New catalytic converter + New oxygen sensor (part of exhaust system). 
140000 mi Cylinder misfire 
174000 mi

US $300
Replaced Manifold Air Pressure Sensor with used parts. Replaced Liquid Purge Box with used parts. 
102000 mi

US $110
Oxygen sensor, sway bar links, spark plugs 
104200 mi

US $40
Front engine mount replacement 
68000 mi The exhaust manifold was cracked. Too expensive to repair on a 10 year old car. 
139000 mi

US $900
OBD II Check Engine revealed Misfire Codes 
62620 mi

C $500
Rear heater pipe rusted through; leaking coolant. Front heater piper was degraded, so replaced as a preventative measure. Flushed radiator as well. 

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2002 Mazda MPV Engine Problems

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