1997 Toyota Camry Toyota Camry 1997

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1997 Toyota Camry repairs by problem area

Engine (48%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (18%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (11%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (6%)

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1997 Toyota Camry electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (67%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

1997 Toyota Camry 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

99000 mi

US $195
replaced alternator 

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1997 Toyota Camry 4-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

127100 mi Starter/ignition or battery issue. changed battery poles removed, retested starter, everything worked correctly, put back together, suspect ignition (possible remote starter?) problem but nothing pinpointed. all fixed/bypassed problem gone. 

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1997 Toyota Camry 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

236800 mi

US $450
Compressor outer bearings went bad, causing the compressor to seize after a few minutes of operation. 
181000 mi

US $5
Replaced light bulb on AC control unit. 
242000 mi Left headlight changed, right taillight changed. 
195000 mi The aircon light started flashing & so I took it into the shop (the aircon was still blowing cold) the mechanic checked the clutch which is the usual cause of the symptom - but it was fine as was the pressure. Therefore I will wait till it breaks ;-) 
202000 mi

US $50
the battery died (in the car Wash!) the car had to be jumped to get it to start. the battery was replaced and the connectors on the battery cable were replaced too. 

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1997 Toyota Camry Electrical Problems

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