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2003 Ford Mustang repairs by problem area

Engine (30%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (22%)

Other (5%)

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2003 Ford Mustang electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (38%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (13%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Ford Mustang 2dr Coupe

305-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed manual RWD

58000 mi

US $718
The car was giving a security error and wouldn't read the chip in the key. It ended up being some sort of controller that had gone bad. 
16262 mi

US $384
A/C wasn't cooling as it should - evacuated freon, replaced 6 rubber o-rings, recharged system, added dye to system 

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2003 Ford Mustang 2dr Coupe

190-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

83000 mi

US $550
dead alternator, battery just needed re-charge, car AAA towed to AAA shop 
90000 mi

US $100
switch issue, repair to original part restored function 

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2003 Ford Mustang 2dr Convertible

260-horsepower 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

61000 mi

US $680
Coils replaced 
63000 mi

US $56
had hum in speakers caused by amp. Had amp cleaned and resoldered. 
72000 mi

US $100
Replaced battery 

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2003 Ford Mustang 2dr Convertible

190-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

75000 mi

US $125
The driver door lock actuator failed and therefore driver door power locks did not work. The part had to be replaced. 

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2003 Ford Mustang Electrical Problems

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