2002 Nissan Sentra Nissan Sentra 2002

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2002 Nissan Sentra repairs by problem area

Engine (51%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (12%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)

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

Other (1%)

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2002 Nissan Sentra transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (33%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Nissan Sentra 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD

41800 mi

US $700
Crankshaft was replaced with a '07 QR25DE crankshaft. 
117000 mi

US $800
clutch pump 

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2002 Nissan Sentra 4dr Sedan

165-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

94300 mi

US $400
Updated automatic transmission fluid and added transmission cleaner. Transmission shifted hard into 2nd gear, it is somewhat smoother but still noticeable. 
102900 mi

US $53
Driveshaft position sensor was not detecting the position any longer 

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2002 Nissan Sentra 4dr Sedan

126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

69440 mi

C $400
Master clutch cylinder broken. 

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2002 Nissan Sentra 4dr Sedan

126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

277760 mi shifter solenoid failed, so needed use screwdriver to move shifter out of Park 

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2002 Nissan Sentra Transmission Problems

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