Worried about potential repair costs? An extended warranty can provide peace of mind.
Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2006 Ford Freestar 4dr Minivan, ext.
201-horsepower 4.2L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
298000 mi
US $302
Screeching noise similar to belt tensioner - was caused by camshaft synchronizer. Replaced part. Total failure of this part could cause severe or total engine damage.
58404 mi
C $290
Replace Ignition Coil Pack (engine running rough at all speeds). ($200 for Ford parts, $90 labour).
59520 mi
C $210
Replace flexible hose in exhaust system. $90 for Walker exhaust part, $100 labour. (Ford part would have cost $260 CDN).
24387 mi
New Front Rotors, New Fuel Pump
62000 mi
catalytic converter failure. Replaced under 8/80 emissions warranty
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