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2002 Chevrolet Prizm repairs by problem area

Engine (38%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (2%)

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2002 Chevrolet Prizm electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (10%)

$500 - $999 (30%)

$100 - $499 (30%)

< $100 (30%)

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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.

2002 Chevrolet Prizm 4dr Sedan

125-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

141000 mi

US $865
The AC clutch was damaged. The clutch and compressor were replaced. An accumulator and AC hose assembly. 

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2002 Chevrolet Prizm 4dr Sedan

125-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

50000 mi

US $200
fixed A/C not working in certain vent positions 
117000 mi

US $100
AC not working, Replaced condenser 

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2002 Chevrolet Prizm 4dr Sedan

125-horsepower 1.8L I4 3-speed automatic FWD

115000 mi

US $50
Weak power window motor, replaced 
75000 mi

US $5
Replaced center brake light. Had to disassemble light assembly to remove and replace bulb. Took 1 hour. 
108000 mi

US $110
heater blower fan stopped working on first three speeds. Replaced with elec. part. 
138000 mi

US $620
A/C compressor assembly replaced with belts 
99000 mi

US $1200
Original Delco/Delphi AC compressor failed. Delphi now offers only rebuilt units. Debris clogged condenser, orifice tube and accumulator/hose assembly. All were replaced as precaution. Luckily, evaporator & expansion valve escaped harm. 
130000 mi

US $900
Starter slow rotation. Garbage Delco/Delphi battery. High AC ripple on recharge means end of life. Replace with Costco-Kirkland 'cause not keeping car >3 years, else would've bought the OPTIMA. Starter rotation better when hot, but is not the total soluti $900 is total bill. Starter motor replaced with Delco-boxed, GM-part-numbered, rebuilt Nippon-Denso. Other work performed at same time will be detailed next. 

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2002 Chevrolet Prizm Electrical Problems

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