What is the cost for complete engine replace? 2005 Nissan Maxima
The engine is gone. It needs to be replaced.
My car has 285000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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Replacing The Engine
If the damage is done, you will have to replace the engine. Usually, you can spend as much as $4,000 for a four-cylinder to upwards of $10,000 for a high-performance engine.
The cost of replacing or repairing an engine may vary depending on the engine type and the type of repair it requires. However, the average price of engine repairs can vary from $3000 to $4500. The price for new engines starts at approximately $4,000 for a 4-cylinder, $6000 for a V6, and $7,000 for a V8.
The shop rate can vary greatly, from as little as $90 per hour to over $150 per hour. So using a low-end shop rate of $110 and a high of $150, the labor on a typical engine replacement can run anywhere from $1,100 to $1,800.
The cost to replace a car engine is between $3,000 and $5,000 for most cars. It sounds like the quote you were given was right on the money, unfortunately. Very complex engines can cost up to $6,000 to replace. However, most four-cylinder vehicles need about $4,000 to complete an engine replacement.
If properly done, a remanufactured engine should be as good as a new engine and it should carry a warranty for a year. And generally, it should be cheaper than a fully rebuilt engine. But you need to find out exactly who is doing the rebuilding.
Labor is the most expensive part of repairing your car, especially when you have engine-related issues. Replacement of an engine can take anywhere from 10 to 12 chargeable hours.
Average engine lifespan
For some time, the average lifespan of a car`s engine was eight years, or 150,000 miles. New designs, better technology and improved service standards in recent years have increased this average life expectancy to about 200,000 miles, or about 10 years.
You can still expect anywhere from four to 15 hours to swap an engine depending upon the features you want, the type of engine you choose, the body it is being put into and who is doing the work.
Replacing your car`s engine will enhance the performance, as the new engine won`t have any of the wear and tear of the original. No one is going to want to buy your car without giving it a thorough check and most likely a test drive, particularly if you plan on selling privately.
An engine replacement won`t reset your car`s odometer. In fact, your car`s odometer should never be reset, as it`s one of the foremost ways of tracking a car`s age and wear and tear.
The difficulty of performing a swap varies based on the combination of the auto body and the engine you are working with. Even the most straightforward swap, however, can be tricky. Each engine requires its own electronic system, and your transmission, fuel delivery, and steering may also need to be updated.
If you`re dealing with minor engine damage or simple wear and tear, rebuilding your engine is usually going to be the better option than replacing it entirely. On average, an engine replacement costs between $4,000 and $6,000, whereas an engine rebuild usually ranges between $2,500 and $4,000.
Expect to shell out around $3000 to $10000 for a regular engine swap. However, high-performance or luxury car engine swap costs can cost an arm and a leg. These swaps can cost you over 20000 dollars, thanks to the expensive parts and the labor complexity involved.
All in all, modern car engines are more efficient, smaller, relatively more powerful, smarter, and less prone to wear and tear. On the other hand, repairs and servicing now require more skill and consume more time.
Rebuilding to repair is usually cheaper than buying a new engine, too. You may save up to half of the cost of a new engine by rebuilding. However, sometimes rebuilding is not a good option. In cases where rebuilding will cost as much as a new engine, your mechanic should be upfront about those costs.
Rebuilding an engine can take several weeks, possibly months, depending on the parts required. Rebuilding an engine involves rotating the assembly balance, replacing damaged parts, and checking the clearances and cylinder heads. This work requires a high level of expertise and accuracy and should not be rushed.
On average, we are about 30 – 45 days behind, and it “usually” takes about 35 to 40 days to build an engine, (by the time parts come-in, machining gets done, all of the hand fitting, etc.), so you are most likely looking at about 70 – 90 days from start to finish.
The smaller size of the V6 engine allows it to consume less fuel than a V8 engine or other larger engines. That typically means better mileage and potential savings at the pump. Having fewer cylinders reduces the weight of the V6 engine, and makes it lighter than a V8 engine.
An engine rebuild is known as a process where the finished product is considered brand new from the inside out. All the parts of the engine that display signs of wear are replaced with brand new replacements. The parts that could be replaced include the valves, pistons, bearings, and seals.
A factory standard 3.5 EcoBoost engine can give you up to 250 000 miles (402 000 km), and more if the vehicle has been well taken care of with regularly scheduled maintenance and no major alterations.
V6 disadvantages
The engine balance is worsened as displacement increases (longer piston stroke) and an increase in bore size (increasing the mass of the piston). The counterweights needed therefore add complexity to the engine`s design and manufacture, increasing overall costs.
There are two categories that an engine swap can fall into, one being a like-for-like exchange where the replacement engine is built to fit in a certain car, and a non-factory specific swap which needs modifications to get the new engine to fit and function.
Avoid Pushing The Engine Too Hard
A general rule is to keep the engine under 4,000 rpm within the first 500-1000 miles, after which you can gradually dial things up. Doing a full acceleration during the engine break-in period puts strain on the piston rings and gas cylinders, which could accelerate engine wear.
As engines age, they start to lose efficiency. It`s also possible that a fault in the engine is causing other liquids to mix in with the gas. Replacing an old engine is the best fix for this situation. This is why it`s always a good idea to keep track of how many miles you get per gallon.
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I have a 2010 camry. I just recently replaced the engine with a 2014 camry engine. Now I have Four engine lights on. I replaced on
ANSWER : If you swapped the engine from a vehicle that is 4 years newer than the car is then you are going to have electrical and sensor incompatibilities that may not be able to be fixed by just a few sensor replacements. There were many changes in computer and emission related items between 2010 and 2014 engines. I would recommend having a mechanic like one from YourMechanic come to you and compare the two engines to isolate the possible differences and see if the problem can be fixed.
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What is the cost for complete engine replace? 2005 Nissan Maxima
ANSWER : Hi – unfortunately, this is not a service YourMechanic can offer at this time. Thanks for thinking of us!
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I have a 96 Ford ranger with cel p0340 I have recently done a timing belt, engine runs great replaced cmp sensor cel still on
ANSWER : Hi There,
This may happen for a couple of reasons. First, check to be sure that the connections to the sensor are clean and not faulty or broken. Secondly, check to be sure you replaced the correct sensor as there are two camshaft position sensors in some applications. If you need further help with this, please reach out to us here at YourMechanic as we are always here to help.
This may happen for a couple of reasons. First, check to be sure that the connections to the sensor are clean and not faulty or broken. Secondly, check to be sure you replaced the correct sensor as there are two camshaft position sensors in some applications. If you need further help with this, please reach out to us here at YourMechanic as we are always here to help.
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Hey Allen. I just rebuilt (?) the engine on my 06 Acura TL. Now the engine line went on. They told me the engine? can blow up if I
ANSWER : Hi there. I think it may be a good idea to find a new mechanic. Fortunately, our mobile mechanics are able to complete most diagnostic inspections and complete a lot of repairs services at your location, and on your schedule. In what you are describing above, the current issue seems to be with your EVAP system, which is designed to relieve pressure in the fuel tank and also collect harmful vapors before they escape into the air. Now, in regards to the car "blowing up"; that’s a bit dramatic, but it is important to have your issues repaired if it’s related to the EVAP system. Here is what I would recommend. Set up an appointment to have one of our mobile mechanics come to your location to complete a check engine light inspection – (click here to set up an appointment). This will allow them to download the stored error codes that cause the light to illuminate and determine what parts need repair or replacement. Then, they’ll be better prepared to provide you with a repair estimate and complete the repairs in most cases for you.
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How do you replace the rear & side engine mounts without lifting out the engine? & how do you lift the engine out?
ANSWER : Hi…thank you for your questions. If required in the application, a portable engine support bar is used to support an engine during mount replacement. The support bar has lifting capability as well so that the mount can be unloaded and removed. If a particular repair application requires a "crane" (complete engine removal for instance), such are portable these days in any event. With regard to the exhaust system repair, mechanics use ramps to gain access. Six ton portable jack stands will safely support a car two feet into the air which provides more than enough access to repair or replace any exhaust system component. If you desire replacement of the mounts, please refer to YourMechanic’s motor mount replacement service page. For exhaust leaks, please use the exhaust system inspection/repair page page. Once on each of those service pages, if you click on "Get a Quote" and enter your vehicle information (year, make, model) you can obtain cost info and schedule the service. If you have further questions or concerns, do not hesitate to re-contact YourMechanic as we are always here to help you.
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Can front wheel drive car engine power rear wheel drive
ANSWER : Anything is possible with enough engineering. The changes you are looking at would take major structural changes and would definitely not be an easy job. You could possibly consult a manufacturing engineer to get more details on how this could actually be carried out and whether it would be feasible.
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2004 Nissan Xterra how much would it cost me to replace the fuse box engine 3.3 liter, speaking in mechanics installation wage?
ANSWER : If the fuse box is still working, and there are no malfunctions, it might not be advantageous to replace it. Replacement may require a large number of wire splices and each such splice creates a new potential weakness. Nevertheless, if you suspect damage could have occurred, you should schedule a vehicle safety inspection and if the mechanic’s judgement is that replacement is warranted, the mechanic will be in a position to estimate the cost based on that inspection. If you have further questions or concerns, do not hesitate to re-contact YourMechanic because we want you to make the most of your repair dollars and help you get the best possible results.
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Check engine light refuses to go off after engine replaced
ANSWER : Hello there, you have a long series of issues going on with your 2013 Hyundai Sonata. If you keep getting a repeating oil light on than there is likely a fault in that system.
Since this fault has lasted after the engine was replaced it could be a oil pressure sensor, wiring harness fault, ECU fault, oil pump, oil strainer clogged, or low oil pressure.
To diagnose this issue properly you need a complete vehicle inspection to start from square one and identify the root cause of all this.
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