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Engine: Labor Times

Standard HoursManufacturer Warranty HoursSkill LevelNotes
Replace
Complete Assembly Without Transfer of Parts3.52.5BDoes Not Include: Transfer Of Any Part Of Engine Or Replacement Of Special Equipment.
Note
With Auto Trans, Add0.40.2B
With Ac, Add0.70.4B
Complete Assembly With Transfer of Parts5.50.0BIncludes: Transfer All Fuel And Electrical Units. Does Not Include: Transfer Of Special Equipment.
Note
With Auto Trans, Add0.40.0B
With Ac, Add0.70.0B
Short Block8.15.8AIncludes: R&R Engine And Transfer Necessary Parts, Grind Valves, Clean Or Renew Spark Plugs & Make Necessary Adjustments.
Note
With Ac, Add0.70.4A
With Auto Trans, Add0.40.2A
Overhaul/Rebuild
Complete Assembly11.98.5AIncludes: Measure Cylinder Bores, Crankshaft & Pistons For Proper Size & Hone Cylinders. Renew Pistons, Rings, Main & Rod Bearings, Grind Valves, Clean Or Renew Spark Plugs, Make All Necessary Adjustments.
Note
With Auto Trans, Add0.40.2A
With Ac, Add0.70.4A
To Renew Crankcase, Add0.90.6A