Engine replacement

2008 SATURN VUE
177,000 MILES • 2.4L • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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CHAD88FAN
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I need a estimate on how much it will cost to have a reconditioned engine put in my 2008 saturn vue
Apr 14, 2015 at 12:42 PM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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Labor usually runs anywhere from about $600 to $800 the engine should run about $1500.
Apr 14, 2015 at 1:37 PM
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CHAD88FAN
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You are spot on cost me $2300.00 Thank you for all your help!
Apr 14, 2015 at 4:21 PM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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Nice work, we are here to help, please use 2CarPros anytime.

Cheers
Apr 15, 2015 at 6:28 AM
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TOMMY QUINTANILLA
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I need to replace the engine.
Oct 4, 2018 at 11:00 AM (Merged)
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SATURNTECH9
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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

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/re-charge-an-air-conditioner-system

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.

Cheers
Oct 4, 2018 at 11:00 AM (Merged)
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LANAJJ
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I need to replace the engine in my car. How much should a 2003 Saturn Vue 6 cy AWD engine cost?
Oct 4, 2018 at 11:00 AM (Merged)
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SATURNTECH9
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SO are you looking to put a new engine in or a used one?
Oct 4, 2018 at 11:00 AM (Merged)
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LANAJJ
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a new one
Oct 4, 2018 at 11:00 AM (Merged)
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SATURNTECH9
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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.
Oct 4, 2018 at 11:00 AM (Merged)
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ROCHELLEFOWLKES
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i was told that my engine had to be replaced, how much does this cost, and how long does it take to repair?
Oct 4, 2018 at 11:00 AM (Merged)
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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takes around 7.5 labor hours to remove and replace your vehicle's engine assembly. that is approx. $500 labor fees in most shops.
Oct 4, 2018 at 11:00 AM (Merged)
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TWOEDGE ELFFIGHTER
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Need to replace engine in my 2003 Saturn Vue awd (3.0 engine).
Jan 7, 2021 at 1:48 AM
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TWOEDGE ELFFIGHTER
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Used is fine.
Jan 7, 2021 at 1:59 AM
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STRAILER
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what kind of help do you need?
Jan 9, 2021 at 5:55 PM