Engine Repair near Me

Signs of Engine Trouble

Whenever you swing by for maintenance, our service technicians will inspect your engine and check your fluid levels. What if you're not due for maintenance for a while? Sure, you have the Check Engine light, but what are some other warning signs that your engine needs service?

With so many parts working together under the hood, there's a lot going on in your engine. However, you should schedule service if you notice any of the following:

• Decreased Performance: When your vehicle struggles to accelerate or you feel like you're stopping for gas more often, schedule an appointment to get your engine looked at. There are a number of things that could be causing your power or fuel economy to suffer, but most can be fixed relatively easily.
• Knocking Sound: You may hear a knocking sound under the hood when you're accelerating or idling. This can be caused by low oil or worn bearings.
• Overheating: In addition to the Check Engine Light, the temperature gauge is another area of your instrument cluster that you'll want to pay attention to. When it starts to get too hot, pull over and let the engine cool down. You may just need more coolant but let the engine cool down before it causes more problems.
• Exhaust Smoke: Smoke billowing out of your tailpipe is one of the clearest signs of engine trouble. The color of the smoke can also tell you a lot about what's going on under the hood. Black smoke is usually a sign that there's too much fuel burning, while white smoke is often a sign that there's coolant in the combustion chamber. When the smoke is blue, it means that oil is leaking and burning up.
• Stalling: Whether you drive a manual or an automatic transmission, your engine can suddenly stop working. Schedule service as soon as possible if this is a recurring problem.