Engine: Labor Times

1982 Chevrolet Celebrity V6-173 2.8LSECTION Labor Times
Standard HoursManufacturer Warranty HoursSkill LevelNotes
Replace
Complete Assembly With Transfer of Parts
With FI
Manual Trans12.30.0BIncludes: Transfer All Fuel And Electrical Units. Does Not Include: Transfer Of Optional Equipment.
Auto Trans13.00.0BIncludes: Transfer All Fuel And Electrical Units. Does Not Include: Transfer Of Optional Equipment.
Without FI
Manual Trans9.00.0BIncludes: Transfer All Fuel And Electrical Units. Does Not Include: Transfer Of Optional Equipment.
Auto Trans11.50.0BIncludes: Transfer All Fuel And Electrical Units. Does Not Include: Transfer Of Optional Equipment.
NOTE
With Fuel Injection, Add1.50.0
With Auto Trans, Add0.70.0B
Complete Assembly Without Transfer of Parts
With FI
Manual Trans8.30.0BDoes Not Include: Transfer Of Any Part Of Engine Or Replacement Of Optional Equipment.
Auto Trans9.00.0BDoes Not Include: Transfer Of Any Part Of Engine Or Replacement Of Optional Equipment.
Without FI
Manual Trans5.00.0BDoes Not Include: Transfer Of Any Part Of Engine Or Replacement Of Optional Equipment.
Auto Trans7.50.0BDoes Not Include: Transfer Of Any Part Of Engine Or Replacement Of Optional Equipment.
NOTE
With Fuel Injection, Add1.50.0
With Auto Trans, Add0.70.0B
Long Block
With FI
Manual Trans16.80.0AIncludes: R&R Engine And Transfer All Necessary Components Not Supplied With Long Block.
Auto Trans17.50.0AIncludes: R&R Engine And Transfer All Necessary Components Not Supplied With Long Block.
Without FI
Manual Trans13.50.0AIncludes: R&R Engine And Transfer All Necessary Components Not Supplied With Long Block.
Auto Trans16.00.0AIncludes: 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
With Fuel Injection, Add1.50.0
With Auto Trans, Add0.70.0B
Short Block
With FI
Manual Trans20.50.0AIncludes: R&R Engine And Trasnfer All Necessary Components.
Auto Trans21.20.0AIncludes: R&R Engine And Trasnfer All Necessary Components.
Without FI
Manual Trans17.20.0AIncludes: R&R Engine And Trasnfer All Necessary Components.
Auto Trans21.70.0AIncludes: R&R Engine And Trasnfer All Necessary Components.
NOTE
With AC, Add0.70.0B
With Cruise Control, Add0.40.0B
With Fuel Injection, Add1.50.0
With Auto Trans, Add0.70.0B
To Grind Valves, Add1.60.0A
Overhaul/Rebuild
With FI
Manual Trans28.00.0AIncludes: Disassemble And Clean Engine. Ridge Ream & Hone Cylinders, Fit Pistons, Rings, Pins, Main & Rod Bearings, Grind Valves And Tune-up.
Auto Trans28.70.0AIncludes: Disassemble And Clean Engine. Ridge Ream & Hone Cylinders, Fit Pistons, Rings, Pins, Main & Rod Bearings, Grind Valves And Tune-up.
Without FI
Manual Trans24.70.0AIncludes: Disassemble And Clean Engine. Ridge Ream & Hone Cylinders, Fit Pistons, Rings, Pins, Main & Rod Bearings, Grind Valves And Tune-up.
Auto Trans29.20.0AIncludes: Disassemble And Clean Engine. Ridge Ream & Hone Cylinders, Fit Pistons, Rings, Pins, Main & Rod Bearings, Grind Valves And Tune-up.
NOTE
With Fuel Injection, Add1.50.0
With Auto Trans, Add0.70.0B
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.