2002 Infiniti I Infiniti I 2002

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2002 Infiniti I repairs by problem area

Engine (45%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (29%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)

Other (1%)

Chart based on 97 repairs.
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2002 Infiniti I engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (18%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (21%)

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Chart based on 38 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Infiniti I

Engine not specified

122000 mi

US $500
radiator leak. 

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2002 Infiniti I 4dr Sedan

255-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

162000 mi

US $54
Cam position sensor replacement (bank 1). 
150000 mi

US $380
Front and rear engine mounts 
154000 mi

US $1200
Engine and transmission mounts 
164000 mi

US $100
Sensor near gas tank replaced. Ses code p1448. It didnt clear the code, no visible symptoms. Might have to change out some hose or lines. 
132500 mi

US $500
Replace sensor for emissions Replaced oil pan. 
115000 mi

US $150
Top tank of radiator leaking. Radiator and thermostat replaced. New hoses, clamps, and radiator cap also installed. 
131000 mi

US $450
Fuel pump replaced (emitted noise after shutting car off) 
152000 mi Check engine code of a faulty automatic speed sensor and misfires. 
195000 mi

US $750
Radiator replacement. Power steering power pressure line replaced 
34000 mi

US $100
engine light,sensor replacement, accelerator pedal - covered under warranty 
84600 mi

US $165
Exhaust hanger was loose and flanges on center section were coming apart. Weld and replace hanger. 
100000 mi

US $2000
Cracked radiator. Engine cooling system (radiator, water pump, thermostat, heater core, etc.), repair 
123900 mi

US $500
Serpentine belt 
82000 mi

US $200
Oil leak through the lower oil pan seal: seal replaced, oil cooler adapter seal replaced, drive belts replaced. 
87300 mi Check Engine light came on - code P1456 very small EVAP leak. Emission test failed. Tightened gas cap, disconnected battery for 48 hrs. Light is off. Test is OK. In a week the same problem back. Will follow diagnostic procedure. 
90100 mi Replaced gas tank cap - MEL is OFF. Every time engine started it dies unless gas pedal pressed. Had Mass airflow sensor cleaned, removed and cleaned throttle, air filter. Performed idle relearning. The idle above normal ~900. will check. Replaced gas tank cap - MEL is OFF. Every time engine started it dies unless gas pedal pressed. Had Mass airflow sensor cleaned, removed and cleaned throttle, air filter. Performed idle relearning. The idle above normal ~900. will check. 
91000 mi

US $20
Six mo. ago CEL code P1456. Replaced gas cap, disconnected battery to clear code. Since then engine died when starting if don't keep RPM above 1000 for 2 sec. Removed throttle assm, cleaned w/ MAF cleaner, replaced gasket. Performed manual idle relearn. 
94300 mi

US $100
CEL on. Code P1456: EVAP system small leak. Found typical hair crack on EVAP canister @ the vent control valve attachment (left bolt). Broke all bolts when removed parts. Drilled them out. Fixed the crack, reinstalled. Saved $300 on parts. 
75020 mi

C $100
Clunking noise observed on right front of vehicle. Replaced right engine mount myself. Problem resolved. 
91760 mi

C $60
Replaced right valve cover and gasket, (with a 2004 Maxima version), as it was leaking oil into the spark plug wells of #'s 3 & 5 cylinders. Installed a NWP intake spacer kit while I was @ it.:) 
96720 mi

C $27
Not a big deal, but replaced fuel cap as an odour of fuel could be smelt @ the fuel door after a drive and an occasinal check engine light. The engine light is the only reason that I mention it as a "repair". I replaced the cap myself. 
98580 mi

C $200
Rad started to leak @ the top tank seam. Replaced it myself along with 2 new rad hoses and fresh coolant. 
122000 mi

US $400
Replaced the motor mount, but squeaking and grinding on left turns persisted. Mechanic has fully disassembled the left front wheel and determined there is a problem with the wheel hub. 
125000 mi

US $225
Failing camshaft sensor causing engine to intermittently hiccup and then cut off. Diagnosed after Check Engine light came on. Replacement part has been ordered. Initially thought it was water in gas tank. 
164200 mi

US $115
Lower oil pan gasket was leaking and needed to be replaced. Also required an oil change after this repair. 
135500 mi

US $130
Radiator was cracked, replacement solved problem. 
138000 mi

US $218
Valve cover gasket needed to be replaced as it had leaked oil into three of the cylinders. Also replace three spark plugs and three ignition coil boots. 
170000 mi

US $45
The EVAP canister bypass valve malfunctioned and needed to be replaced. It was a simple part replacement. 
171000 mi

US $522
Front engine mount (w/ sensor) was replaced. Engine oil pan leaking oil. Gasket replaced and oil change performed. 
171000 mi

US $452
Bad ignition coil on cylinder 2. Heated oxygen sensor 2 bank 1 went bad. 
62300 mi

US $316
front left strut replaced (right front strut was not replaced but was strongly suggested) NOTE: Dealer price was achieved after two rounds of haggling.  
77000 mi

US $770
car overheating....replaced leaking radiator, upper/lower hoses, thermostat, coolant reservoir 
79000 mi

US $500
one coil malfunctioned causing rough engine; due to rear location of coil and labor cost to work in that area, all three rear coils were replaced. (all six spark plugs were also replaced for first time although cost is not reflected here) valve cover gasket leaks reported over one year period during regular maintenance or other repairs. This repair cost $700. (three coils replaced on this date cost $500. Tune-up and six new plugs cost $150) 
86000 mi

US $1367
Oil leaks into engine compartment and on ground and noise coming from engine. Replaced crankshaft seal. Replaced lower oil pan gasket. Replaced oil cooler O ring. Replaced power steering suction hose. Replaced idle pulley. 
88660 mi

C $100
"'Service Engine soon"' light on; told that camshaft timing sensor?? had caused light; would cost approx $500 for parts and labor. Light was reset, has not come back on in past two weeks (knock on wood). Performance of vehicle is good. 
167000 mi

US $1100
The throttle pressure sensor was defective which required the accelerator pedal assembly to be replaced. 
121000 mi

US $300
Radiator leaked, needed to be replaced. 

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