Engine Repair Service

Spark Plugs & Ignition Coils

Spark Plug Replacement: $80–$150 labor (most 4/6-cylinder engines)

Ignition Coil Replacement: $20–$40 per coil labor

Coil + Plug Package: $120–$250 labor

Valve Cover Gasket Replacement

4-Cylinder: $140–$180 labor

V6/V8: $180–$260 labor

Includes: gasket replacement, cleaning surfaces, and leak inspection.

Intake Manifold Gasket Replacement

4-Cylinder: $180–$220 labor

V6/V8: $250–$380 labor

Thermostat Replacement – $90–$150 labor

Includes coolant top-off and leak inspection.

Water Pump Replacement

4-Cyl / Non-Timing Belt: $180–$260 labor

V6/V8 or Timing Belt Driven: $320–$600 labor

Includes coolant refill and belt inspection.

Serpentine Belt / Tensioner / Idler Pulleys

Serpentine Belt: $60–$90 labor

Belt Tensioner: $90–$140 labor

Idler Pulley: $60–$80 labor

Fuel System Repairs

Fuel Pump Replacement (External): $120–$180 labor

Fuel Pump (In-Tank): $180–$300 labor

Fuel Injector Replacement: $25–$50 per injector labor

Fuel Filter Replacement: $60–$90 labor

Cooling System Repairs

Radiator Replacement: $150–$240 labor

Hoses (Upper/Lower): $60–$80 labor

Heater Core (Accessible): $200–$350 labor

(Some vehicles require dash removal and will be quoted individually.)

Sensor Replacement (Common Sensors)

Oxygen Sensor: $60–$90 labor

Mass Airflow Sensor: $40–$60 labor

Coolant Temp Sensor: $60–$90 labor

Crank/Cam Sensor: $80–$140 labor

Timing Components

Timing Belt Kit Install: $380–$700 labor (vehicle dependent)

Timing Chain Diagnosis: $100 diagnostic + quote

(Timing chain repairs are quoted case-by-case due to complexity.)

Engine Mounts

Standard Mount: $80–$150 labor

Multiple / Hydraulic Mounts: $150–$300 labor

Head Gasket / Engine Tear-Down Repairs

Quote Only

These larger repairs require a full inspection and written estimate after diagnostics.

Engine Replacement (Swap)

Labor: From $800–$1,800 depending on vehicle

Includes removal, installation, fluids, and initial startup checks.

Note on Pricing

All prices listed are labor only, unless otherwise specified. Parts can be supplied by you or by Vector Automotive Repair at an additional cost.