Idling is what occurs when you start your engine and let it run without pressing the gas or changing gears. When everything is working properly, your idling engine should maintain a steady rate of around 1,000 revolutions per minute, or RPM. This rate allows your engine to power your vehicle’s basic systems, including electrical and cooling systems as well as power steering. A normal idle should be smooth and quiet.
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Your diesel truck is built to last. With its powerful engine, reliable steering, and sturdy frame, you can trust that not only will you get your shipments where they need to go, but you will also stay safe in the process. But your diesel truck will only last if you take care of it, and one of the most surefire ways to cut the life of your truck short is by leaving transmission issues unchecked. Not only do the problems with your truck’s transmission worsen the longer that they’re ignored, but they can also interfere with other integral parts of your diesel truck’s performance.
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Ever found yourself in a pinch at a rest stop desperately looking for the perfect tool for the job? Are you wondering what to have handy for your next pre- or post-trip inspection? Maybe it’s your first drive and you are looking for a professional’s checklist on what tools to bring. Look no further! Below we have listed the 10 essential tools every trucker needs to have on standby for all their drives.
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You probably already know that a functioning alternator is essential for your vehicle to operate. That’s because the alternator is what keeps the battery charged, allowing the vehicle to turn on and run all its electrical accessories. When your alternator fails, your vehicle will not start, or it will only stay on for a few minutes. There are a few warning signs of a failing alternator that you’ll likely see before it shuts your vehicle down completely, so be on the lookout for one or more of these seven signs of impending alternator failure.
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Have you stumbled across the phrase “ASE-certified” in connection to automotive repair and wondered what it meant? The ASE designation, shorthand for those certified through the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence, is one indicator—though by all means not the only one—of a quality repair shop. That’s because only automotive technicians and mechanics who pass the ASE test and keep regular certification can remain ASE-approved. The ASE has also set the industry standard when it comes to quality repair and maintenance. Keep reading for a brief guide to ASE, its certification process, and why it’s an important component of a repair shop’s portfolio to employ ASE-certified specialists.
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While diesel engines require fewer repairs than gasoline engines, anything with moving parts is guaranteed to fail eventually. Even with regular maintenance, diesel engines can run into issues that need to be addressed promptly. Less they leave you stranded or turn into a more massive, more costly repair bill. Here are the top 8 most common diesel engine repairs that our certified diesel technicians carry out weekly.
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