{"id":6593,"date":"2023-10-23T17:09:56","date_gmt":"2023-10-24T00:09:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.allbaydiesel.com\/?p=6593"},"modified":"2023-10-23T17:18:56","modified_gmt":"2023-10-24T00:18:56","slug":"common-diesel-engine-repairs-to-leave-to-the-experts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.allbaydiesel.com\/common-diesel-engine-repairs-to-leave-to-the-experts\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Diesel Engine Repairs To Leave To The Experts"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-6599\" src=\"https:\/\/www.allbaydiesel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/common-diesel-engine-repairs-to-leave-to-the-experts.jpg\" alt=\"common diesel engine repairs to leave to the experts\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.allbaydiesel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/common-diesel-engine-repairs-to-leave-to-the-experts.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.allbaydiesel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/common-diesel-engine-repairs-to-leave-to-the-experts-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.allbaydiesel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/common-diesel-engine-repairs-to-leave-to-the-experts-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diesel trucks are essential to our economy. Unfortunately, they're subject to the same wear and tear as most machines. Most diesel engines require more maintenance than standard gas-powered engines.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diesel engines are complicated and hard to fix and suffer problems that are unique to diesel engines. Even if you think you can handle the preventive maintenance yourself, it's a huge risk to get under the hood and try to fix your own truck.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7 Common Diesel Engine Repairs You Should Never DIY<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several diesel engine repairs you should never DIY. Instead, call a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allbaydiesel.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bay Area mobile mechanic<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> who can drive out to you and get your truck up and running again. Here are seven repairs you should never make yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preventive maintenance<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best thing you can do to avoid costly repairs is regular maintenance of the engine. The most common problems occur when you forget to replace the fuel filter, wait too long to change your oil, or ignore replacing the air filter.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are other good maintenance practices, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transmission maintence. If this fails, your car won't move, and a new transmission is a pricey repair: Replacement costs at least $1,000.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Servicing your differential, helps your vehicle go in reverse.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Checking the battery. If it gets too old, it can damage your compression ratio.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These maintenance tasks can be difficult to keep track of and perform yourself. For help, call All Bay Diesel. Our maintenance services can prevent you from needing the more costly repairs listed below!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oil oxidation<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oxidization occurs when air gets into the fuel and causes bubbles to form in the engine, preventing lubrication. This leads to damage, which can occur over a short time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To prevent oxidation, start your truck and drive it a mile or two every couple of days. The oxidation occurs when the engine sits unused for days, and the vehicle doesn't move.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All Bay Diesel can fix this through a complete oil change. Has your truck been sitting for a while? Starting it up could cause damage. Call us and we'll come to you and change your oil to prevent damage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Black exhaust fumes<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Black exhaust fumes have consequences beyond just damaging your vehicle. Breathing them in is bad for your health. Diesel exhaust is also <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/dera\/learn-about-impacts-diesel-exhaust-and-diesel-emissions-reduction-act-dera\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bad for the environment,<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and you face substantial fines for polluting the air.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diagnosing the cause of black exhaust fumes can be difficult, as there are several things to consider. The problem is always with the ratio of air to fuel in your vehicle. But what's the specific cause?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many parts can malfunction and cause black exhaust. The most common are the injection pump, the EGR valve, and the air filters. However, it could be something more complicated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your truck is emitting black exhaust fumes, call All Bay Diesel immediately. We'll diagnose and fix the problem quickly so you can get back on the road.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Losing power is a common diesel engine repair<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another common problem that requires diesel engine repairs is the truck not getting enough power or not maintaining power. This means the engine isn't receiving enough diesel to stay on.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is another problem that is hard to diagnose. Trying to do so yourself could cause more damage to the engine. It's most likely too much lubrication, a dirty filter, or a fuel injection problem.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calling All Bay Diesel to check your engine ensures it's done safely and without further damaging your engine. We'll even come to you! Reach us at 925-522-1780.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compression issues<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The high compression ratio is what gives a diesel engine its power when compared to a gas-powered engine. This also means the engine is more likely to suffer problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Signs of a problem with your compression ratio include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A knocking engine<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decreased fuel efficiency<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Failing to start<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not addressing this problem quickly can lead to bigger problems, like damaging your fuel injectors. The service technicians at All Bay Diesel are experts at identifying and repairing compression ratio issues. Call us today to avoid further damage!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glow plug problems<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One major way diesel engines differ from gas engines is their use of glow pugs. Instead of spark plugs, the glow plugs heat up and power the engine. Because they depend on heat, glow plugs can cause issues in cold weather.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting your plugs checked every year before winter is a great way to prevent them from suffering more serious problems. When they do break, the problem is obvious. However, changing them is harder than spark plugs and requires a professional.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have All Bay Diesel check your glow plugs every fall. If they do break, our mobile service can come directly to you and fix the problem efficiently.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hard starts<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The grinding of a hard start engine is one of the most obvious signs an engine is in trouble. Routine maintenance can help prevent this, but wear and tear makes this problem more likely. But what if your engine isn't old?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most common cause of this problem is the viscosity of the engine fluids. Diesel fuel is thicker than standard gasoline, so it is prone to contamination. Diesel engines are fickle and require very specific properties in their fluids. If you replace any of the fluids yourself, you might get the viscosity wrong, causing engine damage and hard starts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don't risk damaging your engine. Always have All Bay Diesel replace your fluids. If your engine is hard starting, we're happy to come to you and look at it. We'll get it back in working order.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Call All Bay Diesel For Your Diesel Engine Repairs<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you need routine maintenance, repairs, or a complete <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allbaydiesel.com\/when-is-a-diesel-engine-overhaul-required\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">diesel engine overhaul<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, never attempt to work on your engine yourself. It's not worth the risk.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With All Bay Diesel, repairs and maintenance are never a hassle for you. We come to you, have excellent customer service, and offer competitive prices. Since it's so easy, why would you risk doing the repairs yourself?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you need preventative maintenance or an emergency repair to get your vehicle running again, call All Bay Diesel at 925-522-1780.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Diesel trucks are essential to our economy. Unfortunately, they're subject to the same wear and tear as most machines. Most diesel engines require more maintenance than standard gas-powered engines.\u00a0 Diesel engines are complicated and hard to fix and suffer problems that are unique to diesel engines. 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