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Connecting Rod: Labor Times

Standard HoursManufacturer Warranty HoursSkill LevelNotes
Replace
Belt Driven
All13.69.7Includes: R&R Engine, Cylinder Head & Oil Pan, Hone Cylinder Walls And Plastigage Bearings.
Note
With Auto Trans, Add0.40.2A
With Turbo, Add1.00.7A
Add Following Oper If Performed With Piston & Ring Jobs
Main Bearings, Renew4.30.0ASee Valves, Grind (Head Removed)
Crankshaft, Renew4.30.0ASee Valves, Grind (Head Removed)
Oil Pump, Renew1.40.0ASee Valves, Grind (Head Removed)
Oil Pump Screen, Clean0.20.0ASee Valves, Grind (Head Removed)
Timing Belt, Renew1.80.0ASee Valves, Grind (Head Removed)
Tune-Up0.50.0ASee Valves, Grind (Head Removed)