Automatic Transmission/Transaxle: Labor Times

2012 Chevrolet Express 2500 V8-4.8LSECTION Labor Times
Standard HoursManufacturer Warranty HoursSkill LevelNotes
Diagnose/Test
Transmission, Diagnosis1.80.0AIncludes: Time To Hook-Up And Disconnect Test Equipment. Checking System For Fault Codes, Road Test And Hydraulic Pressure Test As Required.
Replace
Complete Assembly Without Transfer Of Parts
NOTE
To R&R Driveplate, Add0.20.0B
To R&R Torque Converter, Add0.20.0B
6L45/6L50/6L80/6L906.00.0B
4L60E/4L65E6.00.0B
4L80E/4L85E6.00.0B
Complete Assembly With Transfer Of Parts
NOTE
To R&R Driveplate, Add0.20.2B
To R&R Torque Converter, Add0.20.0B
To Flush Cooler Lines, Add0.60.0B
6L45/6L50/6L80/6L906.60.0B
4L60E/4L65E6.64.6B
4L80E/4L85E6.64.5B
Overhaul/Rebuild
6L45/6L50/6L80/6L9015.60.0A
NOTE
To Overhaul Valve Body, Add1.10.0A
To Flush Cooler Lines, Add0.60.0A
4L60E/4L65E13.99.5A
4L80E/4L85E14.69.9A
RENDER: 1.0x

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