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Engine: Labor Times

Standard HoursManufacturer Warranty HoursSkill LevelNotes
Diagnose/Test
Oil Leak, Diagnosis1.00.5B
Replace
Complete Assembly Without Transfer Of Parts10.88.0BDoes Not Include: Transfer Of Any Part Of Engine Or Replacement Of Optional Equipment.
NOTE
With AC, Add1.20.9B
Complete Assembly With Transfer Of Parts13.810.7BIncludes: Transfer All Fuel & Electrical Units, Does Not Include Transfer Of Optional Equipment.
NOTE
With AC, Add1.20.9B
Long Block18.80.0BIncludes: R&I Engine And Transfer All Necessary Components Not Supplied With Long Block.
NOTE
With AC, Add1.20.0B
Short Block21.811.9BIncludes: R&I Engine & Replacement Of All Necessary Components.
NOTE
With AC, Add1.20.9B
To Grind Valves, Add
One Bank2.62.3B
Both Banks5.04.4B
Overhaul/Rebuild32.30.0AIncludes: Disassemble & Clean Engine, Ridge Ream & Hone Cylinders, Fit Pistons, Rings, Pins, Main & Rod Bearings, Grind Valves & Tune-Up.
NOTE
With AC, Add1.20.0A