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Piston: Labor Times

Standard HoursManufacturer Warranty HoursSkill LevelNotes
Replace
Add Following Operations If Performed With Piston & Ring Jobs
Main Bearings, Renew2.10.0A
Crankshaft, Renew3.70.0ATime Does Not Include Engine R&R.
Oil Pump, Renew1.40.0A
Oil Pump Screen, Clean0.20.0A
Rear Main Oil Seal, Renew2.70.0A
Timing Chain, Renew1.20.0A
All Cyls18.60.0AIncludes: R&R Cylinder Heads, Oil Pan & Plastigage Bearings.
Note
With AC, Add0.70.0A