Consumer Guide's® Auto Editors have scoured repair bulletins and questioned mechanics to search for commonly occurring problems for a particular vehicle. In some cases we also give possible manufacturer-suggested solutions. In many instances these trouble spots are Technical Service Bulletins posted by the manufacturer, however, we have our own expert looking at additional vehicle problems.

Automatic transmission: Hard shifting and gear clash can be eliminated by installing revised synchronizer components. (1993)

Automatic transmission: The pulse generator often gets installed backwards after a transmission rebuild resulting in third-gear starts. (1994)

Automatic transmission: An accelerator switch that is out of adjustment causes harsh coast-down downshifts. (1994)

Automatic transmission: No second gear and/or a loud tapping noise when shifted into or out of any forward range. (1993-94)

Engine misfire: Intermittent rough idle and stalling upon acceleration due to a bad ground connection for the engine control computer. (1993)

Fuel pump: The filter in the fuel tank is prone to clogging. (1993-95)

Hard starting: Hard starting caused by neutral safety switch for the transmission that goes out of adjustment. (1993-94)

Suspension noise: Front springs make popping noise due to spring vibrations. (1993-94)

Transmission leak: The transmission cooler hoses are prone to leaking, which can result in transmission failure. (1993)

This table lists costs of likely repairs for comparison with other vehicles. The dollar amount includes the cost of the part(s) and labor (based on $50 per hour) for the typical repair without extras or add-ons. Like the pricing information, replacement costs can vary widely depending on region. Expect charges at a new-car dealership to be slightly higher.

1993: Excess lubrication can cause rubber door latch switch cover to deform and switch to malfunction; shoulder-belt anchorage may remain at A-pillar when car door is closed.

1993: Over time, abrading force on the lower edges of the chamber for the moving cable that controls driver's shoulder belt may be sufficient to allow cable to drop; could cause shoulder-belt anchorage to become stuck.

1993-96: Transfer case can lock up due to insufficient lubrication.