2008 Mercury Mariner Mercury Mariner 2008

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2008 Mercury Mariner repairs by problem area

Engine (26%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (16%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (16%)

Other (9%)

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2008 Mercury Mariner electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (67%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

75500 mi

US $20
Replaced blower motor resistor so fan would work at all speeds. 
13000 mi Driver's side rearview mirror does not defog/defrost. High pitched sound seemingly coming from the air vents when AC is turned on and driving at highway (70+ mph) speeds. 

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2008 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD

26500 mi air conditioner condenser replaced, the transmission was leaking. 
29000 mi air conditioner condensor replaced - it was causing a transmission leak in the very front of the engine. 

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2008 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV

133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

64700 mi

US $475
Clicking noise from dash and defrost failure. Replaced 2 actuators. System appears to be functioning normally. 

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2008 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV

133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT AWD

57000 mi

US $100
Needed to fix turn signal problem which was functioning erratically. 

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2008 Mercury Mariner Electrical Problems

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