Heater Hose: Labor Times

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2WD V8-5.3L HybridSECTION Labor Times
Standard HoursManufacturer Warranty HoursSkill LevelNotes
Replace
Main Heater
Heater Hose
Without AC
One0.50.4C
Both0.60.5C
With AC
One0.80.6C
Both0.90.7C
NOTE
With Running Boards, Add1.00.8C
With Step Bars, Add0.30.2C
Auxiliary Heater
Heater Hose
One1.81.3C
Both1.91.4C
RENDER: 1.0x

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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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