Engine replacement estimate

MILLEREM

MEMBER
2006 CADILLAC SRX
150,000 MILES

How hard is it to replace an engine in 2006 srx and what are the issues to watch out for. Is it critical to use Cadillac mechanic? How critical is to use Cadillac refurbished engine? How many mechanic hours should it take? What are the expected cost of labor?What should be the expected life of a car with a replaced 80k mile engine?

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HMAC300

MECHANIC
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The engine has to come out the bottom you don't need a Cadillac mechanic just a reliable one that does good work. Here is the cost breakdown for the engine replacement you can get a cheaper engine from a wrecking yard or a engine rebuilder

Engine Assembly Engine 19177068 $6468.79
Labor

Diagnose/Test
Oil Leak, Diagnosis 1.0

Replace Complete Assembly Without Transfer Of Parts 19.9
Does Not Include: Transfer Of Any Part Of Engine Or Replacement Of Optional Equipment.

Complete Assembly With Transfer Of Parts 24.3
Includes: Transfer All Fuel And Electrical Units. Does Not Include Transfer Of Optional Equipment.
Long Block 29.3

Includes: R&I Engine And Transfer All Necessary Components Not Supplied With Long Block.
Short Block 29.7

Includes: R&I Engine And Transfer All Necessary Components.
Short Block
NOTE(Optional Labor)
To Grind Valves, Add
One Bank 4.4

Overhaul/Rebuild
Engine 41.7
Includes: Disassemble & Clean Engine, Ridge Ream & Hone Cylinders, Inspect & Replace All Necessary Components, Grind Valves & Tune-Up.

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