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posted by  KlausC on  Thu May 26 14:34 CST 2011
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1998-2002 had the same AWD system, newer than that is the better Haldex. Concensus is that if you don't NEED awd, then stick with fwd. The XC cars are higher off the ground by 2 inches or so.

1998 was the last year for simple maintenance. 99 went to VVT and coil overs, along with an extra computer for the throttle. 2000 fixed some of the problems, but ETM is still an issue. 2001, don't even look at them! 2002-3 have Driver Information Module problems, instrument panel, along with a bum 5 speed tranny.

Whatever you get (besides 2001), flush the tranny and bevel gear for awd, keep good rubber on all 4 wheels(awd must). Make sure there are maintenance records.

Klaus
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