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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 Mercury Montego 4dr Sedan
203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD
75000 mi
US $1050
needed new hydraulic pump and valve for all wheel drive system
Erratic downshifting in warm weather. Drained and replaced transmission fluid with Toyota brand T-IV fluid.
117000 mi
US $50
Re-flashed TCM per TSB to alleviate harsh downshifts. Mild improvement.
120000 mi
Diagnosed as bad valve body. This is manufacturing defect ford refuses to stand behind. Parts are 1,000 wholesale. Vehicle disposed of and replaced by a non-ford product.
49000 mi
Car had a shake in the tires when at speed. Sound and feel was similar to running over small rumble strips on the side of a road. Replaced right wheel bearing and right axle. Problem solved
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