1997 Ford F-150 Ford F-150 1997

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1997 Ford F-150 repairs by problem area

Engine (43%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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1997 Ford F-150

Engine not specified

110300 mi

US $40
The transmission shift cable broke, I got a new one and installed it. Thank G-d for youtube. 

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1997 Ford F-150

8-cylinder automatic 2WD

366000 mi

US $20
Replaced rear transmission seal and front u-joint 
366000 mi

US $2300
transmission broke. replaced with ford factory crate unit. 3year unlimited milage warranty 

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1997 Ford F-150 Transmission Problems

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