Engine problems can develop over time due to a lack of maintenance and servicing. If a problem starts, it will get worse until it’s repaired. Fortunately, your Chevy dealer is here to help. Our expert technicians can repair any possible problem for you. These are some of the issues that we can fix.
Damaged Oil Pump
Oil is vital for your engine. The oil pump pumps it through the engine and lubricates all the moving parts. Lubrication is essential for your engine, as many of its components depend on friction to work effectively. If these components are continually lubricated, they can suffer friction damage or size up.
If the oil pump fails, your engine temperature will rise, as the oil movement helps to reduce the engine temperature. You’ll hear strange noises like grinding or squeaking, and your engine will feel rough and less responsive. The oilcan-shaped light on your dash will light up in response to this problem. We’ll examine the oil pump and repair or replace it to fix this problem.
Poor Compression
Compression is part of the combustion process. This process uses fuel and air, which must be mixed in a precise ratio. This mixing takes place in the intake manifold, and the fuel-air mixture is then drawn into the cylinders. Once inside the cylinders, the piston in each cylinder rises at high speed and compresses the mixture. Once the mixture is sufficiently compressed, it is ignited by the spark plug connected to the cylinder.
Compression requires an airtight environment to generate the required pressure. Over time, the stresses and pressure of combustion can lead to damaged valve seals, holes in the cylinders, and damaged piston heads. Each of these problems allows air into the cylinders, which reduces compression.
Starting Problems
Your Chevy engine should start within seconds of pushing the start button. If your engine is cranking slowly, clicking, or experiencing any other starting issue, you have a problem. Most starting issues are caused by a problem with the starter, the alternator, or the battery. The battery provides the initial electrical charge to the starter, which then cranks your engine. The alternator is responsible for ensuring that your battery is always fully charged.
The battery could fail due to age, loose connectors that prevent it from recharging, or a worn alternator that isn’t sufficiently recharging the battery. An alternator could fail due to a damaged battery, worn components, or a blown fuse. The starter could also fail due to age, but it’s more likely that its solenoid could fail and need replacement. Our technicians will investigate and fix the problem for you.
If you have any problem with your Chevy, call our service department right away at Sax Motor Co.
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