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Does Your Engine Need to Be Replaced Soon?

posted on 5/20/2022 10:27:40 AM

All engines must be retired eventually, but how can you tell when it is your engine’s “time”? It’s important to know if your vehicle is in need of engine replacement because driving on an engine due for retirement is dangerous, bad for the environment, and extremely fuel inefficient. Whether your engine is struggling because of a poor maintenance history or simply high mileage, here are the signs to look for when you suspect your engine is on its last legs:

Strange Noises: If you hear knocking, banging, or clanging coming from under your hood, the culprit is likely bad engine bearings. The moving parts of your engine rest on these bearings, which wear out over time. If you suspect your bearings are bad, bring your car in right away to avoid complete engine failure.

Metal in Your Oil: If you go in for an oil change and the old oil drained from your engine contains metal shavings, you have a problem. There is probably some metal on metal contact happening inside your engine that shouldn’t, and your engine is probably at risk of seizing completely before long.

Smoke: Smoke coming from the hood of your vehicle is never a good sign. Most likely, your engine is overheating, which can lead to parts blowing or just melting. Excessive smoke from your tailpipe may also be cause for concern. The color of the smoke coming from your tailpipe may help you diagnose the issue. Blue smoke means you are burning oil. White smoke means you could have a cooling system leak and black smoke means you are burning too much fuel – each of these is a symptom of engine trouble.

Poor Performance: Most engines experience a slight decrease in power over time, but if you notice an excessive loss of power, poor acceleration, or frequent engine stalling, you may be in the market for a used or rebuilt engine soon.

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If you suspect your engine will need to be replaced soon, give us a call at 703-620-6595. South Lakes Sunoco is proud to offer Jasper Engines and Transmissions, which are proudly remade in the USA and come with a 3-year/100,000-mile nationwide transferable warranty. Schedule your service appointment today!

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