1997 Infiniti I Infiniti I 1997

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1997 Infiniti I repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (23%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

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

Other (7%)

Chart based on 30 repairs.
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1997 Infiniti I engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (10%)

$500 - $999 (10%)

$100 - $499 (30%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

1997 Infiniti I

Engine not specified

203000 mi

US $97
One Radiator fan was wobbling, creating a horrible noise when the A/C was on. I ordered a new Radiator Fan Assembly and installed it. Worked like a charm 
146000 mi Came back from road trip, and car was making horrible wheezing sounds (think bad asthma). Mechanic said it was one of the pistons (or something at least $100) if I was lucky, but the transmission would go out shortly, too. 
173000 mi

US $200
Replaced radiator after noticing a crack on the top tank. 

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1997 Infiniti I 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

210000 mi

US $85
Idler pulley bearing was bad; replaced idler pulley. 
230000 mi

US $150
radiator, upper and lower hoses, clamps replaced 
84940 mi

C $200
O2 sensor needed replacement. 
100440 mi

C $1800
Oil leak coming from high pressure seal. Front of engine taken apart. Seal fixed, timing chains replaced, water pump replaced. 
87000 mi

US $60
Metal exhaust hangers rusted through, leaving exhaust to clank around underneath chassis. Hangers replaced. 
154000 mi

US $531
rear muffler only. 
172000 mi Radiator rusted, engine supports rusted, would not have passed state inspection. 

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1997 Infiniti I Engine Problems

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