Today's diesel vehicles are cleaner and many times more sophisticated than they were a generation ago. Service for these new generation engines requires specialized training and the right technical support from diesel system and component manufacturers. Hard starting, no start, blue/white exhaust smoke and rough running are signs that a diesel fuel injection service is needed by a qualified technician.
To help you understand a little more about the complexities of diesel fuel injection problems, here are 3 facts to consider:
* Cranking speed. A diesel engine generally needs to crank at approximately 200 RPM to start properly. Things to check are: the condition of your batteries, the battery cables and the starter.
* Compression. Diesel engines rely on the heat generated from compressing the air in the combustion chamber to ignite the fuel. If the compression is low, the heat is low as well. An engine which uses glow plugs to start when the engine is cold may experience a hard-start condition when the engine is warm if the compression is low.
* Condition of the fuel system. If the fuel pump is weak or the conditions of the injectors are poor, the engine may be hard to start. On some fuel systems, hard-starting may be the first sign of a fuel pump that is failing. If the fuel tank is located lower than the diesel fuel injection pump, a leak in the fuel system may allow the fuel to drain back to the tank when the engine sets for several hours.
For any type of problem, it is important to obtain the assistance of a diesel fuel injection specialist for a reliable and quality diesel fuel injection service.
Got starting problems? Contact our ASE Certified Technicians at Wentland Diesel Service by calling 541-938-3875 or go on-line at http://www.wentlanddiesel.com/ for more information about diesel fuel injection. Our auto shop provides car and truck repair, including diesel service, to the vehicle owners in in Milton-Freewater, OR, Walla Walla, WA, Pendleton, OR and surrounding areas.