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2005 Ford Taurus repairs by problem area

Engine (43%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

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

Other (3%)

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2005 Ford Taurus electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (53%)

< $100 (26%)

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Chart based on 19 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Ford Taurus

Engine not specified

275000 mi

US $1600
Ac compressor clutch failed 

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2005 Ford Taurus 4dr Wagon

153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

39000 mi

US $85
Replaced rear wiper motor. 

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2005 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan

153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

142000 mi

US $400
Wiring harness needed significant repair. Local shop repaired the issue. 
131000 mi

US $150
Starter went bad. Weak cranking until it finally wouldn't turn over at all. Had car towed to my house where I replaced the starter. 
80000 mi

US $320
A/C compressor begain to fail- had to repair it. Bought a new one for around $230 on ebay and had my friend replace my old one for around $60. Took 2 hours. New a/c coolant also had to be purchased, as new compressor did not come with any. 
208000 mi I am the second owner on my Taurus. It was originally a fleet vehicle driven by a relative who purchased it when the corporate lease was up. He has fixed the A/C twice, I'm reluctant to fix it based on estimates I've received and the blue book value of the car. 
91000 mi

US $240
After car heated up, a/c would stop working. Replaced compressor coil. 
44000 mi

US $140
Replaced a seized driver's door latch mechanism- had ceased to function due to exposure to the extremely cold outdoor temperatures. 
159000 mi

US $500
water pump replacement. 
65000 mi

US $275
Replace alternator A/C compressor clutch replaced. 
183000 mi

US $401
I had to replace the starter. 
80252 mi Bad a/c clutch coil, replaced a/c compressor /clutch assy. Just bought car as is from used car lot, after 20 minutes the a/c compressor does not recycle back on, the low press s/w is good, suspect may be overserviced with refridgerant, waiting for some gauges to ck hi side. any ideas from others. 
86800 mi

C $100
We bypassed the AC because the compressor seized and the serpentine belt broke. Car overheated. Repair would have cost over 1000.00 which we did not have. 
47000 mi none yet although front speaker is blown 
67000 mi

US $198
Alternator, fitted myself. Bought one with lifetime warranty. Changed battery at same time but at 67000 thats considered maintenance 
103000 mi

US $750
Air conditioning compressor replacement and recharge 
77000 mi

US $300
Loss of power. Battery replaced. Changed out alternator.  
164300 mi

US $60
The compressor was not kicking on, even if switch was jumpered. Replaced the 4-Wire Binary Switch. It is positioned near the exhaust so bears a lot of heat. New Part covered in protective heat shield fabric to prevent future failures. 

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2005 Ford Taurus Electrical Problems

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