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2003 Ford Escape repairs by problem area

Engine (37%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (24%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

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

Other (1%)

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2003 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

201-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

105000 mi

US $20
Interior fabric on passenger side door panel cam loose, removed & reapplied the adhesive then stuck the fabric back in place. 
106000 mi Reattached the drivers side door trim fabric. 

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2003 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

201-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD

107260 mi

C $200
Sunroof not working. Plastic bracket attached to the driving cable broken. Replaced with after market aluminum ones. 
140000 mi

US $1200
Subframe rusted out. 

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2003 Ford Escape Body Problems

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