Engine replacement

Labor usually runs anywhere from about $600 to $800 the engine should run about $1500.

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Hello,

Here is how you replace the engine in your vue the V6 is very similar. Check out the diagrams (BELOW)

Engine Replacement

Tools Required
J 36346 Fascia Retainer Remover
J 39914 Serpentine Belt Tension Unloader
J 43828 Ball Joint Separator
J 44811 Accessory Belt Tensioner Unloader
J 45341 Rear Wheel Drive Shaft Removal Tool
SA91100C Tie Rod Separator
SA9127E Gage Bar Set
SA9805E Fuel Line Separator
Removal Procedure

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Disconnect the air intake temperature (IAT) sensor connector.
Loosen the clamp air cleaner assembly.
Drain coolant.
Evacuate the air conditioner

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Engine Assembly - PN 12609605 $3500.11

14.3 hours @ 85.00 = $1251.00

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

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SO are you looking to put a new engine in or a used one?

The engine list price is 8,755.00 plus tax. The labor is
Complete Assembly With Transfer Of Parts B 0.0 10.8hrs labor
Includes: Transfer All Fuel & Electrical Units. Does Not Include: Transfer Of Optional Equipment.
Long Block B 0.0 15.3hrs labor
Includes: R&I Engine And Transfer All Necessary Components Not Supplied With Long Block.
The labor hrs is time's shop labor rate 80-100 per hr?Plus you will need a alignment when it's replaced.

Takes around 7.5 labor hours to remove and replace your vehicle's engine assembly. That is approx. $500 labor fees in most shops.

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