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1993 Ford Taurus Reliability Rating
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Engine
A Common problem on this vehicle is failure of one or both Head Gaskets . Failure of theHead Gaskets applies to 3.8 Liter EFI Engine Only. An occasional problems on this vehicle is failure of the Pressure Feedback EGR (PFE) Sensor and the MAF Sensor.The cost to repair the Head Gaskets is estimated from $1500.00 - $2000.00 for parts and labor.The cost to Repair the Pressure Feedback EGR (PFE) Sensor is estimated at $65.00 for parts and $45.50 for labor. The cost to clean the MAF Sensor is estimated at $32.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
A periodic problem on this vehicle is failure of the Transmission Clutch Piston. The cost to repair the Transmission Clutch Piston is estimated at $200.00 for parts and $715.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Steering & Suspension
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Brakes
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Heating & Air Conditioning
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Blend Door Actuator.The cost to Repair the Blend Door Actuator is $65.00 for parts and $299.00 for laborThis vehicle was originally charged with R-12 refrigerant which is no longer being manufactured. The refrigerant is still available, but it is very expensive ($25.00-$50.00 per pound, 2-5 pounds per vehicle). Conversion to the new R-134A refrigerant is possible, at an average cost of about $200-$300 parts and labor.All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Starting & Charging
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Windshield Wiper System and the Constant Control Relay Module. The cost to repair the Windshield Wiper System is estimated at $150.00 for parts and $65.00 for labor. The cost to repair the Constant Control Relay Module is estimated at $110.00 for parts and $52.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Overall
4 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
When considering this vehicle for purchase, be sure to check the following:
Transmission Clutch Piston
MAF Sensor
Reliability History
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