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There are many different types of engine problems, but all can potentially cause engine damage that requires major repairs. If your engine seems to have a problem, it's important to visit your Chevy dealer asap to get it fixed. These are some of the possible problems with your engine that we can repair. more Your Engine Is Overheating An overheating engine is one of the most serious problems that can happen to your car. Your engine is normally very hot due to the heat produced by combustion. The heat, however, has to be kept in check to prevent damage to sensitive engine components. Your car has a cooling system that should keep the engine temperature under control at all times. If your engine temperature gauge is climbing, there must be a fault with the cooling system. It could be a blocked radiator, leaking coolant, or a damaged radiator fan. Overheating can swiftly and permanently damage your engine. If you see the temperature gauge climbing for no reason, call us, and we'll examine your engine to find and fix the problem ASAP. Clogged Air Filter Your engine requires large amounts of clean air for combustion. For combustion to work, fuel and air must mix in the intake manifold in a ratio of 14:1, air to fuel. Once the elements have mixed, they're injected into cylinders, where the mixture is compressed and ignited. A lack of air in the engine will affect combustion and can lead to misfiring and stalling. The air that enters your engine is drawn in through the air filter. This filter is positioned just inside the radiator grille. The filter traps dirt, dust, and other debris and ensures only clean air entered the engine. Over time, this filter will become clogged with dirt. A blocked filter restricts air in your engine and causes misfiring and other problems. We'll examine your filter and replace it if it's blocked. Starting Problems Your engine should start almost immediately when your press the button or turn the key. The battery will send a charge to the starter motor, which initiates the crank, and your engine will start. If the engine has difficulty starting or won't start at all, there's a problem. Our technicians will need to examine your car, and the three most likely causes are a failing battery, a worn alternator, or a broken starter motor. A way to narrow down the problem is to listen for a slight click when you try and start your engine. If you hear a click, your starter motor is working. Our technicians will find and repair the cause of the problem. If your engine isn't working correctly, call us at Glasscock Chevrolet.

Your Chevy's alternator generates the electrical energy for all your car's devices. It also maintains your battery at full charge. Generally speaking, your alternator will last for around eight years before it needs to be replaced. When an alternator is wearing out, it will show signs that it's experiencing problems. These signs mean that it's time to bring your car to your Chevy dealer for an alternator repair. more Electrical Problems A good alternator can easily supply all of your car's electrical needs and charge the battery without any problem. As the alternator gets older, parts of it start to wear out. A weak alternator won't be able to supply all of your car's electrical needs, and your car's computer has to try and resolve this shortfall. The computer is programmed to prioritize certain systems, for example, the spark plugs, that will always receive power. The remaining available power is supplied to the remaining components according to demand. The more components that need power at the same time, the greater the chance electrical problems will start. Your windows, for example, may refuse to close, or the CD player will suddenly stop working. These glitches are caused by the need to shift power between different devices. As your alternator becomes weaker, these problems will increase. Burning Smells Smells of hot metal and burning insulation wafting from the engine are signs of trouble. The worn alternator will try to produce more power to satisfy the demand, and this means the stator in the alternator must spin faster. The stator is a collection of magnets bound in copper wire that generates an electrical field as it spins. The stator won't be able to supply the necessary power, but it will heat up producing the hot metal smell. Buring insulation smells awful and is also dangerous and toxic. Damaged wiring in the alternator or that connects the alternator to the various electrical components can heat up and start to burn. The wires heat up as the alternator tries to push electricity through the damaged wires, and damaging wiring won't conduct electricity and it burns instead. A Damaged Battery A damaged battery can damage a healthy alternator by overstraining it. The alternator will kick in when your engine starts,  and begin charging your battery. The alternator will charge your battery at full power for about five minutes, and it with then switch to charging the battery at 10% of battery capacity. This is to prevent strain on the alternator and prevent overloading the battery. If your battery is damaged, it will register that it's at a lower charge than it is. This will cause the alternator to continue to charge the battery at full power. Since the battery level reading is wrong, the alternator will wear itself out trying to charge the battery. A damaged alternator can easily be repaired or replaced. Call us right away at Glassock Chevrolet, and our expert technicians will fix it.

If you start to notice that your car isn't running as smoothly as it used to or it's making a weird noise, you might need a new air filter. A clogged filter can cause all sorts of problems, including reduced fuel efficiency, poor performance, and even increased emissions. Check out these signs from your Chevy dealer that you might need a new car air filter. more 1. Less Horsepower When You Drive If you've been noticing that your car has less horsepower than usual, it might be because your engine air filter is clogged. A clogged-up air filter can restrict the amount of air that gets to the engine, which will decrease the amount of power it has. If you're struggling to reach high speeds or if your car periodically jolts, it might be time for a new air filter. 2. Your Engine Is Making a Weird Noise A dirty air filter can cause all sorts of weird noises, including rattling and knocking sounds. If you suddenly start hearing strange noises when your car runs, it might be due to a dirty engine air filter. 3. The Check Engine Light Is On If the check engine light is on, it means there's a problem with the engine, and you should take your car in for an inspection. There could be many reasons for a check engine light, but a dirty engine air filter is one of them. When your car's air filter is clogged, it can cause all sorts of issues, but the most common is an increase in emissions and poor gas mileage. When the filter is clogged or faulty, dirt and debris can accumulate, triggering the check engine light. 4. Your Gas Mileage Decreases If your gas mileage suddenly drops, it could be due to the filter. A dirty or clogged-up air filter reduces the amount of clean air that reaches the engine, causing it to work harder. Changing your filter on time will save you money. 5. You Smell Gasoline When the engine air filter becomes blocked, the excess fuel will burn off and cause a burning-gasoline smell. This is not only smelly but indicates that not enough air is entering the fuel injection system. If you notice that your vehicle has started to emit a gasoline scent when you start the car, it's probably due to an air filter that needs changing. 7. Your Air Filter Looks Dirty Air filters trap dirt, dust, and other debris so they can become clogged over time. An engine air filter may look dirty for many reasons, including normal aging, driving conditions, and the type of fuel used. If the engine air filter isn't replaced regularly, it will eventually become so clogged that it won't do its job properly. Replacing an old, clogged-up air filter with a new one is an inexpensive way to help improve gas mileage, get better performance, and reduce emissions. Schedule a service appointment at Glasscock Chevrolet to inspect your car and keep it running smoothly.