2002 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2002

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2002 Mercedes-Benz C-Class repairs by problem area

Engine (35%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (31%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (3%)

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2002 Mercedes-Benz C-Class transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (10%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (50%)

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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 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Wagon

215-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

139500 mi

US $500
Transmission was leaking ATF through seal where sensor is located. 

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2002 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan

supercharged 349hp 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

86800 mi

A $1100
Leaking transmission, Transmission solenoid. 

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2002 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan

215-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

134000 mi

US $275
replace speed sensor conductor plate and new transmission oil, filter and gasket. 

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2002 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan

168-horsepower 2.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

133000 mi

US $275
Replace shifter - switch inside bad 
49803 mi Warranty replacement of failed transmission. 
68974 mi Replace failed rear main crankshaft seal 
76648 mi

US $60
Replace transmission pan gasket and 13-pin connector 

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2002 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2dr Hatch

supercharged 192hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual RWD

53000 mi Rubber/metal sleeve coupling 
63860 mi Replace Transmission coupling, original dried out to rock hard 

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2002 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2dr Hatch

supercharged 192hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

116000 mi

US $600
Car stopped on highway. Transmission fluid leaked out. 

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2002 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Transmission Problems

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