Listen to the whisper of your car engine

 

Do you know where the heart of your car is? Yes! You guessed it right. It’s the engine. It is the engine of the car that keeps it going and is the most critical part of your vehicle. A car engine wears down with the passage of time and requires regular maintenance to extend its lifetime.

Let us listen to the whispers of your engine and understand its health issues.

Signs that indicate your car engine is asking for help

1. Look for the smoke from the Exhaust

If you ever notice that colourful and thick smoke is coming out from the exhaust of the car, be sure that the engine is in trouble. There are different colours of smoke, which indicate different issues.

Blue smoke– Indicates that inside the combustion chamber, oil is burning and seeping into the wrong areas. Blue smoke usually results from valve seals or piston ring damage.

Black smoke– Perhaps the fuel injectors are not working properly, and the engine is using excessive gasoline.

White smoke- Caused by the seepage of coolant into the combustion chamber. It may be a result of a broken engine block, twisted cylinder head, or burst head gasket.

2. The engine is producing a knocking or tapping sound

Unusual noises are coming from under the hood of the car while the engine is supposed to be quiet. The sign could be of:

Worn-out bearings– Crankshaft bearings wear with the passage of time, making the knocking sound of the engine parts.

Low pressure of oil– Higher level of friction caused by a low level of lubrication.

Pre-ignition– A Loud knock is produced due to premature fuel ignition in the cylinder.

3. Loss of power

Did you notice a noticeable drop in the performance of your car, like it’s struggling to climb hills or accelerate? The cause might be faulty spark plugs, an issue in the fuel system, low compression in the cylinders, or any internal wear and tear. Be alert to the following problems:

• Weak acceleration
• Poor economy in fuel
• Rough idling
• Failing to maintain high speed
• Frequent stalling

4. Excessive oil consumption

In general, engines burn a very small amount of oil while running. But if you notice repeated topping up of engine oil between the service periods, then be alert. Watch out for the signs like:

• Oil puddling under the car.
• Oil level decreasing, but apparently there is no oil leak.
• Repeated need for oil refills without any sign or warning lights.

5. Repeated overheating of engines

Repeated or frequent overheating of the car engine is, of course, a red flag. Overheating can damage the cylinder head, and the common causes can be:

• Water pump failing
• Clogged radiator
• Failure of the head gasket

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What are the indications?

• Grinding of the internal engine parts.
• Wearing out bearings, camshafts, or pistons.
• Failure of critical components.

Replace or overhaul the car engine?

As a car owner, you might guess which is the best option? Replace the car engine or overhaul it? Well, you might replace it if you find:

• The engine block is badly damaged.
• The overhauling cost is excessively high.
• High mileage or an old car.

Some of the benefits of overhauling are:

• Cheaper option than replacing the engine.
• The original engine remains intact.
• Eco-friendly and sustainable option.

Conclusion

Listen to the language of your car. It will not stop running overnight, so it’s important to understand and pay attention to the signs and signals. Act in a hurry, as small problems might take a huge step if ignored from the very beginning. Overhauling or replacing is our decision, but think twice before taking any step.