Engine: Labor Times

2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse L4-2.4L SOHCSECTION Labor Times
Standard HoursManufacturer Warranty HoursSkill LevelNotes
Replace
Complete Assembly Without Transfer Of Parts6.70.0BDoes Not Include: Transfer Of Any Part Of Engine Or Replacement Of Optional Equipment.
NOTE
With AC0.40.0B
With Auto Trans, Add0.50.0B
Complete Assembly With Transfer Of Parts9.20.0BIncludes: Transfer Of All Fuel & Electrical Units. Does Not Include Transfer Of Optional Equipment.
NOTE
With AC0.40.0B
With Auto Trans, Add0.50.0B
Long Block12.70.0BIncludes: R&I Engine And Replacement Of All Necessary Components.
NOTE
With AC0.40.0B
With Auto Trans, Add0.50.0B
Short Block14.79.2AIncludes: R&I Engine And Replacement Of All Necessary Components.
NOTE
With AC0.40.2A
With Auto Trans, Add0.50.4A
To Overhaul Cylinder Head, Add5.94.2A
Overhaul/Rebuild22.70.0AIncludes: Disassemble & Clean Engine, Ridge Ream & Hone Cylinders. Fit Pistons, Rings, Pins, Main & Rod Bearings, R&I Engine, Grind Valves & Tune-Up.
NOTE
With AC0.40.0A
With Auto Trans, Add0.50.0A
RENDER: 1.0x

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