{"product_id":"buick-century-3-1l-vin-j-8th-digit-w-o-idler-pulley-on-timing-cover-3-1l-engine-2003","title":"Buick Century (3.1L, VIN J, 8th digit), w\/o idler pulley on timing cover 3.1L Engine (2003)","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuick Century 3.1L V6 Engine \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor 2003 models \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 175HP pushrod V6 delivers smooth, reliable power for your fifth-gen Century sedan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown-table-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 66.3669%; height: 258px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: center; width: 35.8427%; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: center; width: 63.9858%; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 35.8427%; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eEngine Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.9858%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003eLG8 \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.8427%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003eDisplacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.9858%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003e3.1L V6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.8427%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003eHorsepower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.9858%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003e175 HP \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.8427%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003eTorque\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.9858%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003e195 lb-ft \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.8427%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003eFuel System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.9858%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003eSequential Fuel Injection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.8427%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003eValvetrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.9858%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003eOHV 12-valve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.8427%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003eVIN Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.9858%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003e8th digit = J \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.8427%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003eTiming System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.9858%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003eChain-driven \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.8427%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003eEngine Block\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.9858%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003eCast iron with aluminum heads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Long Block:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This 2003 Buick Century 3.1L engine long block delivers everything you need for a fearless rebuild. Without an idler pulley on the timing cover, it’s engineered for a precise fit and unstoppable power to reignite your ride’s performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2003-Specific Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEngineered exclusively for the 2003 Buick Century 3.1L with VIN 8th digit J, this powerhouse features a timing cover without an idler pulley, ensuring a perfect fit and uncompromising performance tailored to your ride’s exact specs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePerfect fit for 2003 Century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProven Reliability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDesigned for unstoppable performance, the 2003 Buick Century 3.1L engine with VIN 8th digit J delivers proven reliability. Its unique configuration without an idler pulley on the timing cover ensures rugged durability and bold power that stands the test of time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePricing Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown-table-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 74.6403%; height: 141px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 28.3063%; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMileage Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 21.0021%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 50.0407%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.3063%; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30K-60K miles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.0021%; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e$ 1,284.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.0407%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003eLike-new condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.3063%; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e60K-90K miles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.0021%; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e$ 1,088.22\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.0407%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003eLight use, excellent condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.3063%; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90K-120K miles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.0021%; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e$ 896.44\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.0407%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003eGood condition, minor wear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.3063%; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e120K-150K miles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.0021%; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e$ 720.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.0407%; height: 19.5833px; text-align: center;\"\u003eFunctional for budget repairs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eStandard shipping 5-7 business days.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eExpedited shipping are available for an extra cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eQ: How do I confirm this is the correct 2003 engine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eA: \u003cspan\u003eTo confirm this 2003 Buick Century 3.1L engine is the right fit, check that the 8th digit of your VIN is J, matching the engine model, and ensure your engine does not have an idler pulley on the timing cover. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eQ: What maintenance is critical?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep your 2003 Buick Century 3.1L engine running strong with regular oil changes and by checking that the belts near the timing cover are properly aligned, especially since there’s no idler pulley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eQ: Is this engine interference or non-interference?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe 2003 Buick Century 3.1L engine is an interference engine. 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