How often should I rotate my tires?
Your tires should be rotated every other oil change or every 30,000kms. Neglecting to rotate tires is a major cause of premature tire wear.
Is it really necessary to replace my timing belt at the manufacturer-recommended intervals?
Yes. The failure of a timing belt is many diesel trucks can result in major engine damage. The cost of repairing an engine with a broken timing belt is much greater than the cost of a timing belt replacement.
What does it mean if my check engine or service engine soon light comes on?
There are many sensors and computerized components that manage your vehicles engine performance and emissions. When one of these fails, the check engine light is illuminated. Although your diesel truck may seem to run fine, it is important to have the issue addressed to prevent long-term problems or failure of emissions tests.
What should I do if my diesel truck starts to overheat?
This is a very serious problem. If your diesel truck overheats for too long, you can damage your engine. Find a safe place to pull off the road and shut off the engine as soon as possible. Do not attempt to check the fluid level in the radiator as it can burn you. The best thing to do is have your diesel truck towed to a repair shop.
When should I get my oil changed?
You should get your oil changed every 15,000 kilometers or as recommended by the manufacturer.
What causes milky brown engine oil?
Milky brown engine oil is an indication of coolant in the oil. This can be caused by a blown head gasket or other gasket, a failed transmission cooler or cracked casing. This condition is very serious and needs to be checked by a professional technician quickly.
What is synthetic oil?
Synthetic motor oil are made of artificial materials. They can be a good choice for high output, turbocharged or supercharged engines, vehicles that are used for towing (especially during hot weather) or vehicles that are operated in extremely cold or hot climates. Synthetic motor oils, though several times more expensive than mineral-based motor oils, can improve fuel economy and provide longer intervals between changes. They also provide instant lubrication on start-up.
When should I replace my diesel truck’s fuel filter?
To help ensure dependable, trouble-free performance, replace your diesel truck’s fuel filter approximately every 30,000 kilometres (every second oil change) or as recommended in your vehicle’s owner’s manual.
I need to replace a burned out fuse. What should I do?
Always replace burned out fuses with ones of the same amperage (printed on the fuse) and note that if a fuse continues to blow, you should have the circuit checked professionally by one of our technicians for defects.
How do I know when to replace my brakes?
If you hear squeaks, squeals, grinding or other noises, there could be a problem. The exception to this rule is if your diesel truck has been exposed to moisture recently. Moisture can cause a thin layer of rust to develop, and slight squeaking immediately after rain is not unusual. If squeaking continues, have your brakes inspected. Periodically check wear on your brake pads through the spaces between your wheels’ spokes. The outside pad will be pressed against a metal rotor, and there should be at least ¼ inch of pad. Any less and you’ll want to have the pads inspected or replaced.
I liked that you mentioned your tires should be rotated every other oil change of every 30,000 km. My brother bought his first truck, and we are looking for advice to give it maintenance. I will let him know about the benefits of replacing his tires every 30,000 km to keep his truck working properly.