Engine, GM Goodwrench - Now Available
Number 83-I-165 Section 6 Date 11/83Subject: GM GOODWRENCH 3.8L, V-6 ENGINE
A GM Goodwrench engine (GM part number 25519459) is now available through WDDGM for some current and past model vehicles equipped with 3.8 liter V-6 231 cu. in. engines. All GM Goodwrench engines are manufactured with new components.
Installation Benefits
These replacement engines will provide prompt service and customer satisfaction for the owner of the vehicle. The applications for the GM Goodwrench 3.8L, V-6 engine are as follows; 1979, only engines with VIN Code "2" and 1980-84 engines with VIN Code "A".
Some 1979 and 1980 models will require use of original oil pan and oil pick up pipe.
What's Included
Cylinder block assembly, connecting rod and piston assemblies, crankshaft (which will accept an automatic or manual transmission), camshaft, cylinder head assemblies; including valve trains, camshaft and crankshaft sprockets with chain, timing gears and timing cover, oil pump and screen, oil pan, four (4) quarts factory fill oil, and an installation instruction sheet.
What's Not Included
Intake manifold and related plumbing, exhaust manifolds, alternator, distributor with its coil and wiring, torsional damper, flywheel, clutch housing, clutch and related parts, carburetor, fuel pump, water pump, spark plugs, pulleys and belts, (these parts are generally transferable from the engine that is being replaced).
When using this engine, the water pump, fuel pump, intake manifold, gaskets, and intake manifold end seals must be replaced.
The special instructions below should be followed when using this new assembly:
1979 - Remove and discard oil pan and oil pump suction pipe and screen assembly from the new
engine assembly. Take the same parts from replaced engine and install them on the new engine.
1980 - If the oil dipstick is stamped with part number 1257413 (red handle), then follow the
instructions above from 1979. If the oil dipstick is stamped with part number 2550547 (black handle), assembly can be used as supplied with this engine.
1981 Thru Present - Three (3) accessory drive mounting holes located front and rear of the cylinder heads must be tapped on M10 x 1.5 threads.
CAUTION: Care should be taken when performing this operation as the 3/8-16 threads can be stripped if tap is started improperly. After tapping the holes, metric attaching bolts from the replaced engine can be used.
Service Parts
GM Goodwrench 3.8L, V-6, engines use current model parts. When servicing vehicles with 3.8L engines, it will be necessary to determine if a GM Goodwrench 3.8L engine has been installed. Each GM Goodwrench 3.8L, V-6 engine will have a distinctive label on the left rocker arm cover making the engine readily identifiable for ordering service parts.
Warranty Information
Any warranty claims submitted to Pontiac for the installation of a GM Goodwrench 3.8L, V-6 engine will require zone authorization, and they are to be submitted using the following labor operation numbers. List the applicable engine part number in the "Failed Part Number" column.
Labor Time Allowance:
1979 Models Labor Op J162510 7.0 (All Models)
Add: a. With A/C 0.3
b. With P/S 0.2
With A.I.R. 0.2
1980 - 1984 Models Labor Op J1840 7.0 (All Models)
Add: a. With A/C 0.3
b. With P/S 0.2
With A.I.R. 0.2
Includes: R&R hood, belts, fan and flywheel cover, D&C exhaust pipes, fuel and vacuum lines, linkage, starter and hoses, drain and refill engine oil (if required) and coolant. Transfer oil pan and pick up tube, intake and exhaust manifolds, distributor, water pump and fuel pump. Also included time to transfer all required parts.