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Mercury Cougar repairs by problem area

Engine (38%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)

Other (0%)

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2000 Mercury Cougar 2dr Hatch

170-horsepower 2.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

142290 mi

C $480
Front right bearing disintegrated 500m from highway onramp. one change of pants later and four hours of work in a local garage and I had it changed. it was most likely the OE part. Change your bearings when they get noisy, folks. 

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