Engine: Labor Times

1982 Chevrolet Celebrity L4-151 2.5LSECTION Labor Times
Standard HoursManufacturer Warranty HoursSkill LevelNotes
Replace
Complete Assembly With Transfer of Parts
Manual Trans8.60.0BIncludes: Transfer All Fuel And Electrical Units. Does Not Include: Transfer Of Optional Equipment.
Auto Trans9.00.0BIncludes: Transfer All Fuel And Electrical Units. Does Not Include: Transfer Of Optional Equipment.
NOTE
With AC, Add0.70.0B
With Cruise Control, Add0.40.0B
Complete Assembly Without Transfer of Parts
Manual Trans6.10.0BDoes Not Include: Transfer Of Any Part Of Engine Or Replacement Of Optional Equipment.
Auto Trans6.50.0BDoes Not Include: Transfer Of Any Part Of Engine Or Replacement Of Optional Equipment.
NOTE
With AC, Add0.70.4B
With Cruise Control, Add0.40.2B
With Fuel Injection, Add1.50.0
With Auto Trans, Add0.70.0B
Long Block
Manual Trans12.30.0AIncludes: R&R Engine And Transfer All Necessary Components Not Supplied With Long Block.
Auto Trans12.70.0AIncludes: R&R Engine And Transfer All Necessary Components Not Supplied With Long Block.
NOTE
With AC, Add0.70.0B
With Cruise Control, Add0.40.0B
Short Block
Manual Trans14.50.0AIncludes: R&R Engine And Trasnfer All Necessary Components.
Auto Trans14.90.0AIncludes: R&R Engine And Trasnfer All Necessary Components.
NOTE
With AC, Add0.70.0B
To Grind Valves, Add1.60.0A
Overhaul/Rebuild
Manual Trans20.50.0AIncludes: Disassemble And Clean Engine. Ridge Ream & Hone Cylinders, Fit Pistons, Rings, Pins, Main & Rod Bearings, Grind Valves And Tune-up.
Auto Trans20.90.0AIncludes: Disassemble And Clean Engine. Ridge Ream & Hone Cylinders, Fit Pistons, Rings, Pins, Main & Rod Bearings, Grind Valves And Tune-up.
NOTE
With AC, Add0.70.0A
With Cruise Control, Add0.40.0A
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.