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Engine Assembly: Remove, Install, and Overhaul

WARNING: This page is about the Spectrum Base, 2D Hatchback, Automatic, which is a different variant/trim than selected.
Includes: Replace Rings, Main and Rod Bearings, Camshaft(s), Crankshaft and Timing Components. Remove Cylinder ridge, burnish Cylinders, grind Valves and clean and test or replace Lifters. Includes (where applicable): Adjust Valves. DOES NOT include Pin fit or rebore and align Rods. See machine operations.

Applies ToNoteStandard HoursWarranty HoursSkill Level
Automatic Trans20.6A
Additional Procedure: ENGINE ASSEMBLY: Remove, Install, and Overhaul:
In-Line4, Where Air Cond interferes add0.3A
Where Air Pump interferes add0.4A
Where Cruise Control interferes add0.2A
Where Elect Eng System interferes add0.5A
Where Pwr Strg Interferes add0.4A
Combination Procedure: CAMSHAFT BEARING: Remove & Replace:
Each0.3A
Combination Procedure: ROCKER ARM (REMOVED): Reface:
Eight0.4B
Twelve0.6B
Combination Procedure: VALVE SPRING ASSEMBLED HEIGHT: Correct:
Per 3 Springs0.2A