Thanks for the video. I was able to follow your process and with a few minor changes with my 2011 Acadia, the engine replacement went very well in my garage. I am just a backyard mechanic that works on my kids cars and my own. Your video gave me the confidence to try the engine replacement, SO THANK YOU !!!
Yes i started tearing my wifes 2014 acadia down last night. We have paid to have all timing parts changed and a trans rebuilt. Both are messed up again!
I cannot believe you got all that back together and working. I need to do this to my wifes acadia. Ive watched this multiple times. And it looks intimidating
It looks way worse than it is . It is time consuming but not too bad. I think I had to remove mine 3 different times due to transmission issues that followed. I will say once you have had it apart it seems to go much easier the next time. Thanks for the feedback.
Really want to thank you for making this very thorough video. You’re really helping me get this engine out to do the head gaskets and timing chains while I’m at it
Thank you for great feedback and appreciate your support. I really enjoy knowing I was able to explain thoroughly the process and getting the appreciation from great viewers . Thanks for watching.
@@s33therfan Well it took me several weeks to put this all back together. The block my son purchased was bare minimum. All is working well. I used your video many times during the process.
Excellent job! I was laughing when you said you wouldnt do a timing chain job on this vehicle with the engine in the car. I did that job before and would be more comfortable doing it that way again. After years of service the engine has died just a few days ago and i can say after seeing you do the swap i believe im going to have a shop do it. Thanks for the video. Congrats on a job well done! Did you get a warranty on the engine?
The belt tensioner removal tool he uses? I use "Pittsburgh Automotive Serpentine Belt Tool Kit " This kit for 18.99 from HarborFreight comes with SKU(s) 63689, 66344, 63077 8 Piece set. Very worth the 18.99.
Out of curiosity hiw much was the engine? Was it crate or salvage? The ones I've found are 3500 used/salvage. Why so expensive? Mine started knocking so I changed now it's screeching like the pistons aren't getting oil. May not be but sounds this way. Oil consumption is awful. Anyway gonna rebuild engine. It's all sludge under valve covers. Don't think oil is getting to top or ever was.
Yes , way back when I bought one they were terrible expensive I believe it was around 2500 . I know these engines just continue to go up. Thanks for watching.
Hello Thank you for the video about to do this job myself but was going to finally commit to buying a lift after this I see I can do it without , did you not disconnect the ac because of discharge and recharge ?
I managed to wiggle the engine underneath all the ac compressor/lines. I was careful , but actually managed not to disturb them. Ac worked perfectly afterwards. Thanks for watching.
Great video. Watching because someone has one for $700 locked up motor but real straight and clean. Leather interior all bells and whistles. I’m going to try and get it for $500. Where did you get the motor? I see crates for around $2500. Does that sound similar?
yes , 700 for a great looking acadia sounds like an awesome deal. These engines have gotten so pricey even the used seem to be running 2500 to 3k, so 2500 for a reman or crate is the only way tk go. Much better engine with upgrades , no miles and warranty. Thanks for the feedback
It is similar to the type of oring/washer seals used on ac lines. Here is an Acadia cooler line , you can see what I am refering to. Not sure if these can be bought separate or not. Thanks for the feedback. amzn.to/3anvq1c
Is this a front wheel drive or all wheel drive? I noticed there is no mention of the driveshaft being disconnected or the sway bar links. The video seems very thorough so I'm just curious if it got overlooked or I'm seeing something incorrectly. Thanks for posting! I'm in the middle of pulling mine and this video is great!
This one is front wheel drive , the sway bar end links need removed either top or bottom to drop the sub frame. The awd will be a little more work dropping the transfer case out of the way. Thanks for the feedback.
Wondering if you have any insight on our problem. We put a 2015 engine in a 2009. The coil plugs are different on the 2009 wire harness so we can’t plug the proper coils in. We had the 2009 coils in for a little bit then started getting misfire codes. Found out that they are not the same part number so I suspect we definitely need to figure out how to use the 2015 coils. How do you think we can make this work? Thanks
As far as I know 09-16 should interchange. I would put some new 2009 coils on it with original harness from 2009. Also check and swap any other sensors that may be different. Maybe someone else could chime in. Wish I could be more help.
yes, acadia , traverse , enclave. The problem is that they're all pretty pricey. When I got this 2007 engine from ebay it was around 1500 delivered but now they're hovering around 2000. It depends on the year also though. Thanks for watching.
Don't do any internal repair unless you have a Misfire issue that you cannot resolve from Plugs, Coils, Upstream o2's or clogged cat(typically is not cat on these 3.6's.). If there is no correlation codes, no codes at all and not misfiring. Then internals are not needed but an oil change is the absolute best thing you can do for these 3.6's at every 4000 miles with SAE 5W-30. Make sure your oil is at full line, every 400 miles. If you just want to rip into one and learn about it, I suggest going to a pullapart type junk yard and just go nuts! If they ask, you're interested in the motor. Once you get into the lower end, you can just walk away with the reason that it's not the right version 1 or 2 stamping. :wink: Or just buy the engine from junkyard for 175 and bring it home.. That's how I researched a few engine series. There isn't a school that specializes in 1 engine model, nor one that pays you back two-fold.. So it's nice to learn about the differences, revisions and problems by having it on your own bench. When you're done, you sell the engine as parts on craigslist for 400. ; ) p.s. to LY7 owners, On my chan there is a 3.6 LY7 (same fam as LLT) with broken cam intermediate idler gear bolt that only showed 2 4 6 random misfire code and wouldn't stay running.
The 2017 engine would be different 2nd gen engine LGX the 2009 would use the 1st gen LLT engine. Swapping would be extensive work I am assuming with everything needing swapped including the tran. As far as it bolting up I am not sure but if everything was swapped ie computer harness and all accessories it could be made to work. But simply put it would not fit. Great question and thank you for watching.
The best advice I can give is to have patience , stay organized and take your time. I had taken mine out about 3 different times due to tha transmission going out after the fluid change. 2nd transmission was not much better , but 3rd time was a charm. Best of luck on yours , thanks for watching.
I believe if the ac is turned on that both fans kick on. There should atleast one come on when the ac is engaged regardless of the vehicle temp. Hope this helps.
@@s33therfan no problem man im totally man enough to admit im a seasoned mopar tech and can do any. Straight axel differential ..jeep/ford/chevy/dodge/etc... I work at a speed shop and i have an acadia we took on for an employees family member ure vids are way better than pro demand!!! 💪💪🏁😅
Thanks for the video. I was able to follow your process and with a few minor changes with my 2011 Acadia, the engine replacement went very well in my garage. I am just a backyard mechanic that works on my kids cars and my own. Your video gave me the confidence to try the engine replacement, SO THANK YOU !!!
I absolutely love to get comments like this , thank you.
Yes i started tearing my wifes 2014 acadia down last night. We have paid to have all timing parts changed and a trans rebuilt. Both are messed up again!
I've been a mechanic for 30 years. This video is a great step by step example of how to replace this type of engine.
Thank you very much for the kind words , much appreciated.
Literally to the 1% who's reading this, God bless you, and may your dreams come true, stay safe and have a wonderful and blessed day
Thanks and same to you
I cannot believe you got all that back together and working. I need to do this to my wifes acadia. Ive watched this multiple times. And it looks intimidating
It looks way worse than it is . It is time consuming but not too bad. I think I had to remove mine 3 different times due to transmission issues that followed. I will say once you have had it apart it seems to go much easier the next time. Thanks for the feedback.
Really want to thank you for making this very thorough video. You’re really helping me get this engine out to do the head gaskets and timing chains while I’m at it
Glad I could help , thank you so much for the feedback.
man am I glad I have a lift...2 hrs and it is out the bottom and ready to work on.
Appreciate all the work you went to to help others though.
Thank you for the feedback.
Great detailed description of engine removal and replacement.
Amazing job 👍
Thank you very much!
Appreciate how thorough your video was. reminds me of my father working in his garage.
Thank you very much for the kind words and thanks for watching.
Thank you for explaining things so well and socket sizes that are need.
I appreciate the great feedback and thanks for watching.
Not all heroes wears capes. Thnx brother
Thank you very much.
You sir, are a total beast. Well done!
Thank you very much . As always I appreciate you watching . Things actually went smoothly with no check engine lights afterwards. Thanks again.
Where were you when i needed this done four years ago!!
brilliant sir,thats a harder one ,for sure.Im going to have to practice this type removal at the yard.its a meticulous one for sure.
Best of luck , hope all goes smoothly. Thank you for watching.
Love your videos sir, so much detail and very appreciated.
Thank you for great feedback and appreciate your support. I really enjoy knowing I was able to explain thoroughly the process and getting the appreciation from great viewers . Thanks for watching.
Good job! Thanks for putting this together. Will start this in about a week.
Thank you for watching , and best of luck on yours.
@@s33therfan Well it took me several weeks to put this all back together. The block my son purchased was bare minimum. All is working well. I used your video many times during the process.
Excellent job! I was laughing when you said you wouldnt do a timing chain job on this vehicle with the engine in the car. I did that job before and would be more comfortable doing it that way again. After years of service the engine has died just a few days ago and i can say after seeing you do the swap i believe im going to have a shop do it. Thanks for the video. Congrats on a job well done! Did you get a warranty on the engine?
Thank you for sharing , and the great feedback.
now I'm ready to do my Saturn outlook. thanks!!
Best of luck , hope all goes smoothly. Thanks for watching.
Super nice job . Thank you for the amazing video . I do that kind of job sometimes as well .
Thank you for the terrific feedback , much appreciated.
Would dropping sub frame from the beginning save a bunch of work and time?
Hey man sweet video first off! Roughly how long did the removal and install take you? Is this doable in a weekend?
I spent atleast 4 days on it . Thank you for the question.
On driver side of vehicle by the brake reservoir there a 2 wire conector red and black and a smaller 3wire conector any idea what they are
Were the negative cable anther air filter box is attached to engine on 2011 Chevy traverse
Great video. Very detailed. I need to do the timing chains on my 2009 at 177k what is that flat bar callled and where do I find one?
The belt tensioner removal tool he uses?
I use
"Pittsburgh Automotive Serpentine Belt Tool Kit "
This kit for 18.99 from HarborFreight comes with
SKU(s)
63689, 66344, 63077
8 Piece set. Very worth the 18.99.
Nice helped me out alot 👍
Thank you for watching.
Out of curiosity hiw much was the engine? Was it crate or salvage? The ones I've found are 3500 used/salvage. Why so expensive? Mine started knocking so I changed now it's screeching like the pistons aren't getting oil. May not be but sounds this way. Oil consumption is awful. Anyway gonna rebuild engine. It's all sludge under valve covers. Don't think oil is getting to top or ever was.
Yes , way back when I bought one they were terrible expensive I believe it was around 2500 . I know these engines just continue to go up. Thanks for watching.
Where did you get the engine from? I’m looking for one for my arcadia. Could you let me know please
I did the same job without removing the transmission and rack and pinion just the engine
Big job very good video
Hello Thank you for the video about to do this job myself but was going to finally commit to buying a lift after this I see I can do it without , did you not disconnect the ac because of discharge and recharge ?
I managed to wiggle the engine underneath all the ac compressor/lines. I was careful , but actually managed not to disturb them. Ac worked perfectly afterwards. Thanks for watching.
Great video. Watching because someone has one for $700 locked up motor but real straight and clean. Leather interior all bells and whistles. I’m going to try and get it for $500. Where did you get the motor? I see crates for around $2500. Does that sound similar?
yes , 700 for a great looking acadia sounds like an awesome deal. These engines have gotten so pricey even the used seem to be running 2500 to 3k, so 2500 for a reman or crate is the only way tk go. Much better engine with upgrades , no miles and warranty. Thanks for the feedback
I have an 07 3.6l and it did have a 09 3.6l the 09 has fuel pressure regulator on top of engine the 07 doesn't is the engine going to work? Thanks
For the trans line that bolt to the top of the trans, was there any o rings?
It is similar to the type of oring/washer seals used on ac lines. Here is an Acadia cooler line , you can see what I am refering to. Not sure if these can be bought separate or not. Thanks for the feedback.
amzn.to/3anvq1c
Is this a front wheel drive or all wheel drive? I noticed there is no mention of the driveshaft being disconnected or the sway bar links. The video seems very thorough so I'm just curious if it got overlooked or I'm seeing something incorrectly. Thanks for posting! I'm in the middle of pulling mine and this video is great!
This one is front wheel drive , the sway bar end links need removed either top or bottom to drop the sub frame. The awd will be a little more work dropping the transfer case out of the way. Thanks for the feedback.
@@s33therfan I have successfully removed my engine! Thanks!
Wondering if you have any insight on our problem. We put a 2015 engine in a 2009. The coil plugs are different on the 2009 wire harness so we can’t plug the proper coils in. We had the 2009 coils in for a little bit then started getting misfire codes. Found out that they are not the same part number so I suspect we definitely need to figure out how to use the 2015 coils. How do you think we can make this work? Thanks
As far as I know 09-16 should interchange. I would put some new 2009 coils on it with original harness from 2009. Also check and swap any other sensors that may be different. Maybe someone else could chime in. Wish I could be more help.
Thank you! We did try the 09 coils. Still ran bad. Maybe we got a bad batch of cheap coils from Amazon. So appreciative of you replying!
amazing job! did you count how many hours you spent?
Seems like I spent about 5 days on this project but it was a lot of partial days. Thank you for the great feedback.
I have a Buick Enclave.. the engine is gone.. can I replace it with an engine from another vehicle?
yes, acadia , traverse , enclave. The problem is that they're all pretty pricey. When I got this 2007 engine from ebay it was around 1500 delivered but now they're hovering around 2000. It depends on the year also though. Thanks for watching.
if i get exact engine to swap it will it just plug and play or do you have to reflash it?
Plug and play. Thanks for watching.
I really want to take one of these things apart. I have a 2010 with 127k Miles. Want to do timing before it goes out.
Best of luck on yours and thank you for watching.
Don't do any internal repair unless you have a Misfire issue that you cannot resolve from Plugs, Coils, Upstream o2's or clogged cat(typically is not cat on these 3.6's.).
If there is no correlation codes, no codes at all and not misfiring. Then internals are not needed but an oil change is the absolute best thing you can do for these 3.6's at every 4000 miles with SAE 5W-30. Make sure your oil is at full line, every 400 miles.
If you just want to rip into one and learn about it, I suggest going to a pullapart type junk yard and just go nuts!
If they ask, you're interested in the motor.
Once you get into the lower end, you can just walk away with the reason that it's not the right version 1 or 2 stamping. :wink:
Or just buy the engine from junkyard for 175 and bring it home.. That's how I researched a few engine series.
There isn't a school that specializes in 1 engine model, nor one that pays you back two-fold.. So it's nice to learn about the differences, revisions and problems by having it on your own bench. When you're done, you sell the engine as parts on craigslist for 400. ; )
p.s. to LY7 owners, On my chan there is a 3.6 LY7 (same fam as LLT) with broken cam intermediate idler gear bolt that only showed 2 4 6 random misfire code and wouldn't stay running.
@@DevJB I am correct that you are saying don’t do a preventative timing chain change? Just replace the oil every 4k?
Nice job
Thank you for great feedback and thanks for watching.
how much would you charge to do mine? I dead serious
Great 👍 video bro
Thanks for watching.
Would a 2017 engine fit on a 2009 body? Would it work ? Plug and play ?
The 2017 engine would be different 2nd gen engine LGX the 2009 would use the 1st gen LLT engine. Swapping would be extensive work I am assuming with everything needing swapped including the tran. As far as it bolting up I am not sure but if everything was swapped ie computer harness and all accessories it could be made to work. But simply put it would not fit. Great question and thank you for watching.
Basically this engine looks like the v6 from the 2011 camaro but this one is front wheel drive
I'm about to remove the motor from my 2011 enclave. I plan on following this video. Any advice??
The best advice I can give is to have patience , stay organized and take your time. I had taken mine out about 3 different times due to tha transmission going out after the fluid change. 2nd transmission was not much better , but 3rd time was a charm. Best of luck on yours , thanks for watching.
Where'd you buy the engine from? Is your engine still working
From lkq , from ebay. The engine works perfect.
Happen to have picture of where the harness went got turned around and got screwed up
Drop the cradle with the engine and trans. Then you don't have to mess with the radiator or body
How do you lift the body off without a lift
@@blainemonson3414 two cherry pickers
How long did the job take to complete?
Actuall hours I would put at around 24 hours. Best of luck on your project and I truly appreciate the great feedback.
I have a 2010 model running good 180k just researching the vehicle
please tell me on GMC acadia should radiator fans work both or only one? thanks
I believe if the ac is turned on that both fans kick on. There should atleast one come on when the ac is engaged regardless of the vehicle temp. Hope this helps.
Thank you very much for your reply.In Belarus, it is difficult with specialists in these cars.
So when I get stuck how much to come to sw arkansas and help me put back together? Lol
Do you know if a 2008 gmc Arcadia motor fit a 2011 Chevy traverse?
Great question . That engine will not work for a 2011. They changed the engines up in 2009 , switched to direct injection. Thank you for watching.
I mean total hours
I would have replace timing chain unless it was real low mileage on it.....
Its not if but when on thise adapters😅 thank gawd for matco
Very true , I've almost hit the dirt of few times when they snap all at once.. Thanks for watching.
@@s33therfan no problem man im totally man enough to admit im a seasoned mopar tech and can do any. Straight axel differential ..jeep/ford/chevy/dodge/etc... I work at a speed shop and i have an acadia we took on for an employees family member ure vids are way better than pro demand!!! 💪💪🏁😅
😘😘🌹🌹💞👍👍🏆
Thank you very much for watching.