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2002 Chevrolet S10 Pickup Reliability Rating
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Engine
Common problems on this vehicle are failures of the Fuel Pump, Fuel Pressure Regulator, 4.3L V6 SFI Vortec engine, and the Canister Purge Vent Solenoid. Failure of the Fuel Pump and Fuel Injectors may prevent the vehicle from starting. The cost to repair the Fuel Pump is estimated at $536.70 for parts and $149.50 for labor, slightly less for vehicles without skid plates. The cost to repair the Fuel Pressure Regulator is estimated at $72.75 for parts and $136.50 for labor. The cost to repair the Canister Purge Vent Solenoid is estimated at $28.48 for parts and $19.50 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
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Transfer Case Encoder Motor Assembly, Transfer Case Output Speed Sensor (All Wheel Drive models only) and Rear Axle Seals. The cost to repair the Transfer Case Encoder Motor Assembly is $442.71 for parts and $58.50 for labor. The cost to repair the Transfer Case Motor Output Speed Sensor is $40.13 for parts and $32.50 for labor. The cost to replace the Rear Axle Seals is $25.00 for parts and $156.00 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
An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Front Wheel Speed Sensor. Failure of the Front Wheel Speed Sensor can cause the Antilock Brake System (ABS) to malfunction. The cost to replace the Front Wheel Speed Sensor is estimated at $92.46 for parts and $65.00 for labor per side. 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
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Overall
3 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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