2003 Acura EL Acura EL 2003

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2003 Acura EL repairs by problem area

Engine (35%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (9%)

Chart based on 23 repairs.
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2003 Acura EL engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (22%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (67%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Acura EL

Engine not specified

104780 mi

C $160
Check engine, fuel evaporation control valve 

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2003 Acura EL 4-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

128960 mi

C $1230
2 broken engine mounts replaced. 

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2003 Acura EL 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

60800 mi

C $300
Code P1457. Repaired by replacing the bi-pass shut valve and EVAP canister. 
64420 mi

C $320
Replaced muffler. 
73160 mi

C $700
Front exhaust pipe leaked. Replaced front exhaust pipe with Cat Converter and replaced mid exhaust pipe and primary O2 sensor as preventative at same time. 
83700 mi

C $300
Leaking exhaust. Non-dealer shop replaced muffler under lifetime warranty and mid-pipe at owner's cost. Repair successful. 
86180 mi

C $1100
Head gasket leak repaired with new gaskets. Timing belt, water pump and thermostat replaced as same time. 
101680 mi

C $350
Replaced secondary O2 sensor for code P0141 and replaced mid exhaust pipe due to loudness. 

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2003 Acura EL Engine Problems

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