Oil filter and cooler housing v6 3.6 pennstar

[Paul Gutleber]

My oil filter housing is starting to leak.
I would just like to know what's the average price to replace it
For parts and labor
Thank you

 

[Rlaf75]

The price depends on the shops labor rate and where they get the cooler from. The coolers range from about $170 to over $300. Some coolers come as a kit that includes upper and lower intake gaskets and bolts and others do not. There's also a harness on the back side that can get contaminated with oil if its a bad enough leak that should be replaced as well. You'll also need an oil change and a gallon or two of antifreeze. If I remember correctly, I believe labor time is about 4 hours but your best bet would be to call your repair shop and let them give you an estimate.

 

[Fatbob Frank]

I'd take this time to upgrade too.
Labor is probably going to be a bigger cost than parts so buy once cry once IMO...
Get a Napa aluminum one. They run about $300
I also believe Mopar has an aluminum one as well...

 

[Grams]

According to Giggle:

Expect to pay between $656 and $783 for repair, with labor typically ranging from $227 to $334.
The problem is usually due to an original plastic part which cracks …but sometimes it’s only the seals that leak. A later / improved Mopar part is available, but The best fix might be to switch to an aluminum cooler. (Dorman makes good replacements)

This is not a repair to be ignored. If it worsens and dumps all the oil it can cost the entire engine.

 

[DILLIGAF]

Aluminum Oil Filter Housing Kit, Fits 3.6L/3.2L Pentastar 2011-2017

The 3.6L and 3.2L Pentastar engines are workhorses that are found in thousands of Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, and RAM vehicles around the world. They're no-nonsense V6 engines that just work when you need them; but they're not without their flaws.The stock 3.6 oil filter housing is made from plastic...

www.mishimoto.com

 

[star_deceiver]

Parts, Dorman was $272. 6 spark plugs, $35. 48 pack of Coors, $87. 4 letter words, $priceless.

It took me 5 hrs. If I had to do it again, now that I know what I’m doing and have more tools, probably 2.

 

[stenerson]

It took me all day yesterday off and on. Next time it would take me a few hours. Mostly struggled with stuff I didn't have the right tool for. Took a couple trips to town's autozone. I did my spark plugs for the first time since I was down that deep.
Around here a dealership will charge you at least a grand for this job. Probably at least 500 bucks just for their OEM housing with the sensors included.

 

[dopey137]

to start - I am not a mechanic - and had the same problem - did it myself
300 and change for the all metal housing from napa. While I had the manifold off - I switched out the spark plugs - took a day to do it - mostly learning curve and getting proper tools ... and replace the 2 sensors on the housing with new ones . Double check the wire harness for and damage going to the oil housing . they have a tendency to frey