2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2002

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2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class repairs by problem area

Engine (35%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (26%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (15%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (0%)

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2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (29%)

$1000 - $2499 (14%)

$500 - $999 (57%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon

221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

131000 mi

US $700
TCM unit replaced-- expected bought it with failed ECU for 1000 dollars Conductor plate replaced; changed transmission fluid 
100000 mi

US $3000
Engine stalled when cold and transmission placed in reverse. Replaced torque converter. 
106300 mi

US $668
It also was identified that a CV boot was torn and would require replacement soon. 
150000 mi

US $2000
4 Matic Transfer Case replaced. Rear Differential Seals,  
160300 mi

US $600
Replaced Conductor Plate, changed filter and transmission fluid. 

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2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

275-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

80000 mi

US $800
CV joint boot left and right. 
82000 mi

US $4000
transfer case failed. second time. repaired under MB extended warranty 

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2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Transmission Problems

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