{"id":47628,"date":"2024-05-01T14:56:41","date_gmt":"2024-05-01T18:56:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.andysowards.com\/blog\/?p=47628"},"modified":"2024-05-01T14:57:09","modified_gmt":"2024-05-01T18:57:09","slug":"signs-of-diesel-engine-failure-you-shouldnt-ignore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.andysowards.com\/blog\/2024\/signs-of-diesel-engine-failure-you-shouldnt-ignore\/","title":{"rendered":"Signs of Diesel Engine Failure You Shouldn\u2019t Ignore"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A diesel-powered truck, van, or vehicle provides plenty of power, torque, and freedom. However, as tough as they are, diesel engines require a certain level of care to keep running. Fortunately, you need only listen to what your vehicle is trying to tell you. Speaking in a language of lights, buzzes, roars, chirps, and more, your vehicle can sound a red alert about impending engine failure. Here are several signs of diesel engine failure you shouldn\u2019t ignore<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Warning! Warning!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One way your vehicle complains to you is through the warning lights on your dashboard. If a light is flashing, it means something is up and you shouldn\u2019t ignore it. The three main lights to focus on regarding engine failure are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check Oil\/Oil Level Low:<\/strong> The surest way to ruin your engine is to skip oil changes and ignore this angry red light. Change the oil and oil filter every 3,000\u20136,000 miles (check your owner\u2019s manual for the exact count). Also, check the oil periodically with a dipstick. If it\u2019s dark and gritty, it\u2019s time for a change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oil Pressure Low:<\/strong> This light indicates something is up with the pressure in your system and that the engine isn\u2019t properly lubricated, even if it has enough oil. Check in with your mechanic pronto.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check Engine: <\/strong>One of life\u2019s great mysteries\u2026 The check engine light can mean a simple fix or an entire part replacement. Have your mechanic scan your vehicle\u2019s on-board computer, and all should be revealed. You might have left the gas cap unscrewed, or the engine is ready to fail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strange Vibrations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your vehicle is bucking, jerking, surging, stalling, or doing anything else but running smoothly, it\u2019s trying to tell you that it\u2019s in trouble. Get it off the road and have it looked at by a qualified mechanic ASAP. These vibrations could be due to any number of issues, including impending engine failure. The best way to head this off is through regular tune-ups; also, check the spark plugs, fuel lines, and filter, and look for any impediments that are interfering with the smooth running. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Nose Knows<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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