1998 Ford F-150 Ford F-150 1998

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1998 Ford F-150 repairs by problem area

Engine (42%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (16%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (16%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)

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

Other (0%)

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1998 Ford F-150 electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (50%)

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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.

1998 Ford F-150

Engine not specified

150000 mi

US $500
Bad alternator 
155200 mi

US $69
Faulty negative terminal connector prevented power distribution from battery to any system. Terminal connector was replaced. 
84320 mi

C $160
Replaced belt, 500km later AC pump seized, blew the belt, Replaced belt with AC bypass, Removed AC pump, replaced with bypass pulley, Installed original length belt 
143000 mi

US $100
AC compressor died 

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1998 Ford F-150

8-cylinder automatic 2WD

219500 mi

US $15
Noticed Instrument Cluster Illumination Bulbs weak. Replaced all bulbs and problem solved. 
241500 mi

US $75
Starter Failed Had to rebuild starter, problem solved. AC stopped working. Had checked and recharged problem solved. 

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1998 Ford F-150 Electrical Problems

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