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2002 Ford Taurus repairs by problem area

Engine (32%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (33%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

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

Other (8%)

Chart based on 145 repairs.
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2002 Ford Taurus other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (18%)

$100 - $499 (55%)

< $100 (27%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan

155-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

179000 mi

US $300
Replaced rusty heater tubes 
180000 mi

US $125
Replaced thermostat Flushed rust out of cooling system 
180000 mi

US $800
Replaced thermostat for the second time Replaced O2 sensor Replaced serpentine belt Replaced camshaft position sensor 
97000 mi

US $310
Replaced alternator(went bad), timing belt(as long as I had alternator off), and bad alternator 'pulley'  
delivery date 
30814 mi replace blower motor (again) due to windshield leak 
74513 mi

C $241
replace rear sway bar links 
80611 mi

C $567
replace water pump 
74880 mi

C $475
Washer fluid tank replaced, $100. 
77500 mi

C $450
New washer fluid lines to hood. All done at friend's shop for cost. 
112000 mi

US $21
Broken windshield washer hose. 

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2002 Ford Taurus Other Problems

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