Summer is here, and so is all the heat. It is time to relax beside a pool! You may even head off to a beach or a picnic to enjoy the sunny weather. But your truck’s diesel engine may not enjoy it as much.
You may want to check essential things about your diesel engine & get the faulty things repaired before taking your truck & heading off to highways.
So, what are the basic things you need to check? Read this article ahead to find out your summer diesel engine checklist.
Check Your Coolant
Coolant is the main fluid that keeps your truck’s radiator cool in the scorching heat. In summer, the engine can get very hot. Making it important for you to check if your coolant unless you want to get stuck on a highway under the summer’s sun.
If the coolant has not been replaced for a long time, then chances are that it has become unbalanced & can cause serious damage to the radiator & other important cooling components.
What you should check for your coolant?
- Coolant level
- Coolant strength / additve testing
- For how long the same coolant is in use
Don’t Forget To Check The Oil
One of the first things you should look at is the oil. Oil in summer is less viscous due to the higher temperatures. This makes it high-time for you to take care of the oil & possibly change it before summer sets in & you decide to hit the highways.
You can change the oil yourself, that’s a common DIY, but it’d be much better if you leave it in the hands of professional diesel mechanics.
Oil also helps to regulate temperature, that’s why it’s important that it stays at an adequate level.
So, what should you check for oil?
- Oil level
- How dirty the oil looks or possibly a particle test
- Replacing it for summer
Thorough Engine Check
Engines get really heated up when operational. Imagine how hot they may get working long hours during the summer! That’s why we are pressing on getting a thorough engine check before you head out.
If you’re a diesel engine enthusiast or someone with an automotive background, then you can conduct a thorough engine check yourself. But if you’re someone opposite, then we advise you to get in touch with a diesel mechanic.
Air Conditioning Check
Well, to be honest, it’s obviously not the most important component of your truck. But if you’re heading out to highways in the scorching heat of summer, make sure your AC is functional.
Unless you’re planning to get all sweaty & dehydrated because of all the heat, you really need to check on your air conditioning before summer sets in.
What to check for air-conditioning?
- If it’s blowing hot air
- If it’s still functional
- If the AC system is charged
Check The Tires
Inspecting tires is also a very important thing on this checklist. Driving your truck with worn out or over-inflated tires can be harmful to your truck & very dangerous for you.
We urge you to inspect your tires and if you find them damaged, then you should get them replaced. You can always count on Wyoming Diesel Services for this task.
What should you check with the tires?
- If they’re worn out
- If they’re over-inflated
- If they’re out of balance
To Conclude
Checking your diesel engine before hitting the highways is very important in summer. And if you need a professional diesel mechanic to look into it or overhaul your engine, then you can reach out to us at (307)324-5144!