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2002 Mazda 626 Reliability Rating
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Engine
An occasional problem on this vehicle is the plugging of the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve Passages on the 2.5lt engine. Plugged EGR Passages will cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate. The cost to repair the EGR Passages is estimated at $15.00 for the parts and $117.00 for the 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 Front C/V Axle Assembly. The cost to replace the Front C/V Axle Assembly is estimated at $233.00 each for parts and $143.00 each side 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
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
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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