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2015 KIA FORTE
1.8L I4•FWD•AUTOMATIC•gas
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Short Block Replacement

for 2015 Kia Forte 1.8L I4 · FWD
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Labor Hours
18hr
Range: 14.4–21.6 hr
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At $110/hr (independent shop)
$1980
Estimated labor cost. Parts not included.

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