What should it cost to replace a Camshaft Synchronizer in a 2002 Ford Taurus?

The car is a Ford Taurus with a V6 3.1 litre flex fuel engine. I have just moved and I dont have a mechanic yet and I feel like the two places I took it were high. One place estimated it at $500 and the other at $425. Are these in line? The part can be bought for $50.....is there really that much labor involved? Thanks for help in advance!What should it cost to replace a Camshaft Synchronizer in a 2002 Ford Taurus?$50? Yep..found it... aftermarket online.. Most local auto parts places will tell you it's a dealer only item.. and send you for the $100 one from motorcraft.



The syncro is roughly $125 If I remember.... sensor is about $60.. hour for diagnosis (say $75/Hour) and about a hour and a half to replace and time it correct (so total of 2 1/2 hours)



Yep about the $410 or so quoted if I figure it correctly.... before taxes..



I may be wrong on some of these prices but check with the local Ford dealer for more accurate times and prices....



And BTW... the sensor is under a wiring harness, that is blocked by the throttle body... this syncro attaches with a rod to your oil pump and when it comes out, is roughly 2 feet long (if the rod comes out).. It also involves setting the vehicle engine in one special place to time correctly.. if not, can cause fuel economy errors and check engine lights.What should it cost to replace a Camshaft Synchronizer in a 2002 Ford Taurus?You can do it , If you worked on cars before , The 3.0 is better to work on than the 3.8 you have a little room , That sounds a little high to me .