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2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT Reliability Rating
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Engine
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Fuel Pressure Regulator (6.6L Duramax Diesel engine) and failure of the Crankshaft Position Sensor (gasoline powered engines only) and a periodic problem is failure of the Catalytic Converters (on 4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L engines only). The cost to replace the Fuel Pressure Regulator for the Duramax Diesel is estimated at $440.00 for parts and $65.00 for labor. The cost to replace the Crankshaft Position Sensor is estimated at $91.11 for parts and $91.00 for labor. The cost to repair the Catalytic Converters is $740.00 for parts and $214.50 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.
Transmission & Driveline
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Left Front Axle Seal. The cost to replace the Left Front Axle Seal is estimated at $17.00 for parts and $72.00 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.
Steering & Suspension
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Brakes
Occasional problems on this vehicle is failure of the Front Wheel Speed Sensor or Wheel Speed Sensor Harness. Failure of the Wheel Speed Sensor can cause false cycling of the Antilock Brake System (ABS). The cost to replace the Wheel Speed Sensor is $124.79 for parts and $104.00 for labor per side. The cost to replace the Wheel Speed Sensor Harness is estimated at $120.00 for parts and $65.00 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.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Starting & Charging
An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder. Failure of the Ignition Switch and Lock Cylinder may prevent the vehicle from starting. The cost to repair the Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder is estimated at $38.62 for parts and $71.50 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.
Accessories
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
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.
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