1997 Mercury Grand Marquis Mercury Grand Marquis 1997

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1997 Mercury Grand Marquis repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (33%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (17%)

Other (0%)

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1997 Mercury Grand Marquis repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (10%)

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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 Mercury Grand Marquis 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 2WD

Mercury in Georgia, United States
Jun 2011 - Jun 2018
Aug 2011

113000 mi

US $1500
Intake manifold was replaced at this time. The car still had the original all plastic unit which included a plastic coolant crossover which were prone to rupturing as they aged. The intake was replaced with the updated design with an aluminum crossover and is not prone to failure. 
May 2013

140000 mi

US $700
Tie rod ends replaced. Components were worn and needed to be replaced so alignment could be set properly. 
Oct 2014

145000 mi

US $200
Headlights had badly yellowed with age. Replaced with aftermarket units to restore light clarity. 
Apr 2015

151000 mi

US $300
Front suspension was worn. Had upper and lower ball joints replaced on both sides. Pittman arm was also replaced at this time due to play. Replaced shock absorbers as the original units were beginning to leak. Also stabilizer links were replaced at this time. 
Sep 2015

160000 mi

US $275
Idler arm replaced. 
Mar 2016

170000 mi

US $100
Replaced rear window regulators. 
Jul 2017

188000 mi

US $1200
A/C compressor failed. A/C compressor, accumulator, and orifice tube replaced. 
Jan 2018

195000 mi

US $40
Replaced right front window regulator. 
Jun 2018

201000 mi

US $150
Replaced hoses. Old hoses did not show signs of wear, but were original and were replaced out of preventive maintenance. Replaced spark plugs at recommended service interval. Replaced serpentine belt, idler pulley, and tensioner pulley. The pulleys seemed to be worn with age and the old belt was showing signs of cracking. 

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