Engine Repair and Maintenance

Our advanced diagnostic tools and experienced technicians can quickly identify and troubleshoot any engine issues. We use state-of-the-art equipment to pinpoint problems accurately, ensuring that your truck receives the precise repairs it needs. By identifying issues early, we help prevent minor problems from becoming major repairs, saving you time and money.

• Indicators: Check engine light, rough idling, poor fuel economy, unusual engine noises.
• Procedures: Connecting diagnostic tools to the truck’s OBD-II port, reading and interpreting error codes, performing a physical inspection based on diagnostic results.
• Pro Tip: Regular engine diagnostics can help identify potential issues before they become serious problems. Schedule diagnostic checks at regular intervals, especially before long hauls.

Cylinder head issues can significantly affect engine performance and lead to costly damages if not addressed promptly. Our skilled mechanics are proficient in repairing and refurbishing cylinder heads, restoring them to optimal condition. This service ensures efficient engine operation, improves performance, and extends the lifespan of your engine.

• Indicators: White smoke from the exhaust, engine misfires, loss of coolant without visible leaks.
• Procedures: Removing the cylinder head, inspecting for cracks or warping, pressure testing for leaks, machining or replacing components as needed, reassembling with new gaskets.
• Pro Tip: Addressing these signs early can prevent severe engine damage. Regularly check for coolant leaks and unusual engine performance.

A worn or damaged timing chain can lead to severe engine damage and costly repairs. At West Coast Truck Repair, we specialize in timing chain replacements, using high-quality parts to ensure your engine's timing is precise and reliable. Proper timing chain maintenance prevents engine misfires, rough idling, and potential engine failure.

• Indicators: Rattling noise from the engine, engine misfires, rough idling.
• Procedures: Removing engine covers, inspecting the timing chain and related components, replacing the timing chain and any worn sprockets or tensioners, reassembling and testing engine timing.
• Pro Tip: If you hear a rattling noise from the engine, it could be a sign of a worn timing chain. Don’t ignore this sound, as a broken timing chain can cause catastrophic engine damage.

The water pump is crucial for maintaining engine temperature and preventing overheating. Our team provides expert water pump replacements, ensuring your engine remains cool and functional. Regular replacement of the water pump can prevent overheating, engine damage, and costly repairs down the road.

• Indicators: Coolant leaks, whining noise from the front of the engine, engine overheating.
• Procedures: Draining coolant, removing the water pump, inspecting surrounding components, installing a new water pump, refilling coolant, and bleeding the cooling system to remove air pockets.
• Important Info: Regularly inspect the water pump and coolant system. Replace the water pump according to your vehicle’s maintenance schedule to prevent unexpected failures.

Fuel injectors deliver fuel directly into the engine’s combustion chamber. Dirty or malfunctioning injectors can lead to poor engine performance, increased emissions, and reduced fuel efficiency.

• Symptoms: Rough idling, poor acceleration, increased fuel consumption, and engine misfires. 
• Procedures: Using specialized equipment to clean the fuel injectors, inspecting for damage, replacing any faulty injectors, and testing the engine for improved performance.
• Pro Tip: Add a high-quality fuel injector cleaner to your fuel tank periodically to help keep injectors clean and functioning properly.

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Turbochargers enhance engine power and efficiency, but they require proper maintenance to function effectively. Whether you need a repair or a full replacement, our experts can handle your turbocharger needs. By maintaining your turbocharger, we help boost your engine's performance and ensure better fuel efficiency.

• Symptoms: Excessive exhaust smoke, loss of power, unusual noises from the turbocharger area.
• Procedures: Removing the turbocharger, inspecting for damage or wear, cleaning or replacing components, reassembling and reinstalling, testing for proper boost pressure and performance.
• Pro Tip: Regular oil changes are crucial for turbocharger longevity. Monitor for changes in performance and address issues immediately.

Regular oil and filter changes are vital for engine longevity and optimal performance. We provide quick and efficient oil and filter change services, using high-quality oils and filters to keep your engine running smoothly. Regular oil changes reduce engine wear, improve performance, and extend the life of your engine.

• Indicators: Dark, dirty oil, engine noise, poor engine performance.
• Procedures: Draining old oil, replacing oil filter, refilling with the recommended grade of oil, checking oil level and for leaks, disposing of old oil responsibly.
• Pro Tip: Follow your truck manufacturer’s recommended oil change intervals. Using the correct oil grade is crucial for engine protection and performance.

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For diesel engines, glow plugs are essential for cold starts and efficient operation. Our technicians can quickly replace faulty glow plugs, ensuring your engine starts reliably in all weather conditions. Proper glow plug maintenance enhances cold starting, reduces smoke, and improves fuel efficiency.

• Symptoms: Hard starting in cold weather, rough idling, increased exhaust smoke.
• Procedures: Removing old glow plugs, testing each plug for proper function, installing new glow plugs if necessary, ensuring proper electrical connections, and testing engine starting.
• Pro Tip: If your diesel engine is having trouble starting, especially in cold weather, it might be time to check the glow plugs. Replace glow plugs regularly for optimal performance.

A functioning radiator is crucial for engine cooling and preventing overheating. We offer comprehensive radiator replacement services to maintain optimal engine temperature and prevent overheating. Regular radiator maintenance ensures efficient cooling, reduces the risk of overheating, and prolongs engine life.

• Indicators: Coolant leaks, overheating, low coolant levels.
• Procedures: Draining coolant, removing the old radiator, inspecting hoses and connections, installing a new radiator, refilling with coolant, and testing for leaks and proper operation.
• Pro Tip: Regularly check your coolant levels and inspect for leaks. Overheating can cause severe engine damage, so address any cooling issues immediately.

A blown head gasket can cause significant engine damage and costly repairs. Our experienced team can replace your head gasket efficiently, ensuring your engine is sealed correctly and functions properly. Timely head gasket replacement prevents coolant leaks, overheating, and severe engine damage.

• Indicators: White smoke from the exhaust, bubbles in the radiator, engine overheating.
• Procedures: Removing the cylinder head, inspecting and cleaning the surface, replacing the head gasket, reassembling the engine, and performing pressure tests to ensure a proper seal.
• Pro Tip: Addressing these symptoms early can prevent extensive damage. Regular maintenance checks can help catch head gasket issues before they worsen.

Worn engine mounts can lead to excessive vibration, noise, and misalignment. We provide professional engine mount replacement services, ensuring your engine is securely mounted and operating smoothly. Proper engine mount maintenance reduces vibration, improves comfort, and extends the life of engine components.

• Indicators: Excessive vibration, clunking noises when shifting gears, misalignment.
• Procedures: Lifting the engine to relieve pressure, removing old mounts, installing new mounts, ensuring proper alignment, and testing for vibrations.‍
• Pro Tip: If you feel excessive vibrations or hear clunking noises when shifting gears, it may be time to inspect your engine mounts. Replacing worn mounts can improve driving comfort and protect other engine components.

The EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) system reduces emissions and improves engine efficiency. We specialize in EGR system repairs, ensuring your engine meets environmental standards and operates efficiently. Regular EGR system maintenance reduces emissions, improves fuel economy, and enhances engine performance.

• Indicators: Poor engine performance, increased emissions, rough idling.
• Procedures: Removing and cleaning the EGR valve, inspecting and cleaning related components, replacing if necessary, reassembling and testing for proper operation.‍
• Pro Tip: Regularly clean and inspect the EGR valve to ensure it operates correctly. Address any issues promptly to maintain engine efficiency.

A clean DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) is essential for reducing emissions and maintaining engine performance. We offer thorough DPF cleaning and replacement services, ensuring your engine runs cleanly and complies with regulations. Proper DPF maintenance reduces emissions, prevents clogging, and improves engine efficiency.

• Symptoms: Reduced engine performance, increased fuel consumption, DPF warning light.
• Procedures: Removing the DPF, cleaning using specialized equipment, inspecting for damage, replacing if necessary, reassembling and testing for proper operation.
• Important Tip: Regularly monitor your DPF system for warning lights or reduced performance. Professional cleaning can restore DPF efficiency and prolong its lifespan.

The Engine Control Module (ECM) is the brain of your engine, controlling vital functions and ensuring optimal performance. Our experts can program and repair your ECM, optimizing engine performance and efficiency. ECM maintenance improves engine performance, fuel efficiency, and reduces emissions.

• Symptoms: Unexplained engine performance issues, check engine light, poor fuel economy.
• Procedures: Connecting ECM to diagnostic tools, updating or repairing software, performing calibration, testing for proper engine operation.
• Important Info: If your engine is experiencing unexplained performance issues, a malfunctioning ECM might be the cause. Proper ECM maintenance and programming can resolve many performance problems and enhance overall efficiency.

Heavy-duty equipment requires specialized care and expertise to maintain peak performance. We handle everything from bulldozers and excavators to cranes and loaders, ensuring that your equipment is ready for the toughest jobs.

Our technicians are trained to handle complex repairs, including engine overhauls, hydraulic system repairs, and electrical diagnostics. We use advanced diagnostic tools to accurately identify issues and high-quality parts to ensure durability and reliability.