GMC Terrain Engine rebuild Cost
2009–2016 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$5.3k–$26.1k
Parts + labour
Labour hours
15–40h
At a typical garage
Engine rebuild or replacement is the most significant mechanical repair possible; it is undertaken when the engine has suffered terminal damage such as a spun bearing, seized pistons or catastrophic oil loss. A remanufactured unit often represents better value than a full rebuild. GMC Terrain engine replacement costs $5275–$26138.
Warning signs you need this repair
- Loud knocking from the engine bay (bottom-end bearing failure)
- Sudden loss of oil pressure warning followed by engine seizure
- Excessive blue smoke from worn piston rings or valve seals
- Coolant mixing with oil causing milky sludge throughout the engine
- Major internal damage confirmed by compression or leak-down test
Typical parts included
- Engine long block
- Engine short block
- Engine control unit (ECU/ECM)
- Engine control unit (ECU / ECM)
- Engine wiring harness
- Engine oil pump
What affects the price
- New vs remanufactured vs used engine (remanufactured carries a warranty)
- Engine size and complexity
- Whether ancillaries (turbo, alternator, starter) are transferred or replaced
- Gearbox removal required for certain layouts
Common questions
How much does engine rebuild cost on a GMC Terrain?
Engine rebuild on a GMC Terrain (2009–2016) typically costs between $5.3k and $26.1k including parts and labour at an independent garage.
What parts are needed for engine rebuild on a GMC Terrain?
Common parts for this repair include: Engine long block, Engine short block, Engine control unit (ECU/ECM), Engine control unit (ECU / ECM), Engine wiring harness, Engine oil pump.
How long does engine rebuild take on a GMC Terrain?
Engine rebuild on a GMC Terrain typically takes 15–40 hours of labour at a garage.
How often does engine rebuild need to be done?
For a GMC Terrain, engine rebuild is typically needed once in the cars life at most; most modern engines last 150,000–250,000 miles with correct servicing.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the GMC Terrain
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$383–$701
- ABS sensor replacement$158–$289
- ABS system bleeding$126–$231
- AC compressor clutch replacement$315–$578
- AC compressor replacement$338–$619
Engine rebuild cost on similar cars
- HYUNDAI Santa Fe$2.5k–$4.5k
- HONDA CR-V$2.5k–$4.5k
- LEXUS RX$2.7k–$5.0k
- TOYOTA Highlander / Kluger$2.5k–$4.5k
- KIA Sorento$2.5k–$4.5k
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