132-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
124000 mi US $350 |
Alternator died. It was replaced by a local shop. Part plus labor was 350 US dollars. Far too much for this car. I don't have a garage or I'd do the labor myself. Although the engine compartment is quite small with little work room. |
132-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
251000 mi US $42 |
Cruise control stopped working. Replaced cruise control switch. Problem not fixed. Unseated and reseated electrical connector at engine control module. Problem fixed. |
291000 mi | Battery icon lamp would turn on randomly while driving. Checked voltage while running. 13 volts. Checked wiring. Intermittent alternator charging. Alternator failed completely. Alternator replaced. Battery icon lamp turned and stays off. |
99000 mi US $75 |
Replaced the multi function switch because headlights weren't working correctly and fog lights were on constantly. Found melted connection (common problem) but was able to reuse the connector with new switch. |
134200 mi US $1000 |
Found a leaking Freon fitting. The shop had problems repairing. It's fixed but not sure for how long. |
157000 mi US $50 |
Replaced the Turn signal/head lights/fog light multi switch for the third time since purchasing car. Second time in a year. |