Keep your truck lubricated with regular grease system repairs

Improper lubrication in your truck’s grease system can lead to problems within your vehicle’s engine, and if left unattended, can lead to significant maintenance costs. As your diesel vehicle accelerates, your truck’s engine lubrication system ensures the engine continues to function properly. Friction generated by the increase in speed and weight, will cause the engine parts to wear down. If a significant amount of heat is generated between the various engine parts, it can lead to severe damage in your vehicle. It is always important to have your local Perth mechanic check over your diesel vehicle to make sure the grease system is operating correctly.

Functions of a diesel engine lubrication system.

• Cools various internal engine parts and assists in reducing heat within the engine.
• Reduces friction between moving engine parts to reduce the damage caused by wear
• Keeps the engine clean of contaminants including dirt and abrasives
• Creates a film around the cylinder wall and piston rings to seal the combustion chamber
• Absorbs shock leads generated between the bears and gears, protecting the engine through a cushioning effect and reducing overall engine noise.
• A sufficient oil supply is stored within the grease system for lubricating internal parts of the engine 
• Helps to reduces correction of engine components

Common problems in grease systems

• Oil contamination - Oil change intervals will vary vehicle to vehicle, and are dependent on amount of fuel consumed and the conditions the vehicle is exposed to, for example heavy loading, cold weather, or long idle times. Operating your truck under these conditions can expose the engine to contaminants and may cause the oil to oxidise, or become acidic. You should have your vehicle inspected by an experienced Diesel West mechanic to ensure your truck is operating correctly. Using high quality lubricating oil and filters will help extend your diesel truck’s oil life, lengthening the oil change interval. Best practice is to ask your local Perth mechanic when your diesel vehicle is due for its next oil change during the next service.​
• Low and high oil pressure - If you are experience fluctuations in oil pressure while the truck is running there could be a problem with your grease system. Contact your local Perth mechanic to make sure there isn’t any serious underlying issues in your vehicle. If you are concerned the truck may be unsafe to drive, Diesel West Mechanics have a convenient mobile operating service that is able to come to you.  

Contact an expert for your truck’s grease system repair

If you believe there is a problem with your diesel vehicle’s lubrication system make sure to call a qualified diesel mechanic to check the problem out. At Diesel West Mechanical Services, we provide mobile diesel engine servicing throughout the Perth metro area and to regional areas upon request. Our experienced diesel mechanics offer expert advice and servicing for any of your lubrication system needs, including fault diagnosis and repair ensuring your diesel engine will perform at its best. Whether it’s trucks and trailers or civil and construction equipment, Diesel West make things easier for you.

For mobile diesel engine repairs and servicing, contact Diesel West Mechanical Services today on 0427 501 378 or fill in our online contact form.