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Engine: Labor Times

Standard HoursManufacturer Warranty HoursSkill LevelNotes
Replace
Complete Assembly Without Transfer of Parts10.87.6BDoes Not Include: Transfer Of Any Part Of Engine Or Replacement Of Optional Equipment.
Note
With AC, Add0.70.4B
With PS, Add0.50.3B
With Auto Trans, Add1.71.2B
Complete Assembly With Transfer of Parts12.60.0BIncludes: Transfer Of All Fuel & Electrical Units. Does Not Include Transfer Of Optional Equipment.
Note
With AC, Add0.70.0B
With PS, Add0.50.0B
With Auto Trans, Add1.70.0B
Short Block18.813.6AIncludes: R&R Engine And Replacement Of All Necessary Equipment.
Note
With AC, Add0.70.4A
With PS, Add0.50.3A
With Auto Trans, Add1.71.2A
Long Block14.60.0AIncludes: R&R Engine And Transfer All Necessary Components Not Supplied With Long Block.
Note
With AC, Add0.70.0A
With PS, Add0.50.0A
With Auto Trans, Add1.70.0A
Overhaul/Rebuild30.60.0AIncludes: Disassemble & Clean Engine, Ridge Ream & Hone Cylinders, Fit Pistons, Rings, Pins, Main & Rod Bearings, Grind Valves & Tune-Up.
Note
With AC, Add0.70.0A
With PS, Add0.50.0A
With Auto Trans, Add1.50.0A