2002 Acura RSX Acura RSX 2002

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2002 Acura RSX repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (31%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (7%)

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2002 Acura RSX 2dr Hatch

200-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

133000 mi

US $84
I noticed the brake master cylinder was leaking a little on the power booster. Braking still worked fine, just better safe than sorry I say. I noticed the brake master cylinder was leaking a little on the power booster. Braking still worked fine, just better safe than sorry I say. 
191000 mi

US $250
Brake calipers piston were not reacting properly, leading to uneven brake wear, poor gas mileage, and causing the car to pull to one side under braking. The front calipers were replaced with remanufactured ones. 

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2002 Acura RSX 2dr Hatch

160-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

133000 mi

US $389
Left front brake pads binding to rotor and not releasing. Found brake caliper seized. Replaced caliper, both front brake pads and hardware. Machined both front rotors 
60140 mi o2 sensor rear brakes 

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