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2002 Nissan Altima repairs by problem area

Engine (56%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (2%)

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2002 Nissan Altima brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (14%)

$500 - $999 (29%)

$100 - $499 (57%)

< $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 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan

240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed manual FWD

91000 mi

US $275
Rear rotors & pads done myself 
155000 mi

US $375
New front rotors and pads 
70000 mi

US $1100
Front left ABS sensor failed, causing the ABS light to turn on. Replaced front left ABS sensor. 
86000 mi

US $400
Rear left caliper was stuck because of rust (MA winters are hard on cars). Had to replace both rear calipers, rotors, and pads. Did not include pads and rotors in cost number above. 

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2002 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan

240-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

251000 mi

US $250
Front calipers seizing and were corroded beyond repair so they were replaced with remanned units 
93620 mi

C $700
Left rear ABS sensor replacement. Problem ws causing ABS to engage whenever the brake pedal was pressed. In addition the Slip,TCS Off and ABS light were all lit. 

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2002 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

89900 mi

C $550
Problem: Rear driver side caliper was clogged and cause a premature wear of the brake pad which scratch the disc. Repair: Rears calipers, discs and pads changed. Discs and pads were changed only one year and a half before. 

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2002 Nissan Altima Brake Problems

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