Smoke coming out of muffler

Diesel engines are known for their durability, but even the best engine has to be replaced every once in a while. At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, we want you to be aware of signs that your engine is about to call it quits.

mechanic working on engine

Is your engine on the way out? If it’s already kicked the bucket, then case closed - however, there are a number of other indicators that your engine is about to go, even if it’s still running at the moment. From CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, here are some signs of trouble that predict an imminent engine failure is in the cards for your car, truck, or SUV.

Tires

Your tires are obviously important. However, it’s often underappreciated how much of a difference they make in the ride quality of your car, truck, or SUV, and what they can tell you about the condition of your vehicle. At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, we like to keep you well informed on what your vehicle is telling you, and how to keep it in good shape. Your tires have a lot to do with that.

As a long time resident of Saint Cloud and after trying out many different automotive places, I found that CP Diesel is by far the best automotive shop to go to. Chris and his mother Barbara are amazing and honest people you can trust and depend on. The prices are the best in town, and the quality of work cannot be beat. I take all my vehicles to CP Diesel from my Honda Accord to my Ram truck. There’s nothing that they’re not able to do better and cheaper than the rest. - Tim G. (5 star review on Google)

mechanic working on brakes

Your brake master cylinder is an integral part of your brake system. When one fails, some odd symptoms may arise, and it may be difficult to diagnose. Here’s some information to help you decide if yours has gone bad. At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL we want you to know what to look out for so that you can be safely on the road.

Car Dashboard with 0 RPMs and the oil light on

Fleet cars, vans, and trucks see a lot of wear and tear. If your engine has already called it a day, then it’s obviously case closed - you need a new engine or a new vehicle. However, there are many times when an engine is about to go down, and you can get it taken care of before it kicks the bucket for good - saving you time and towing in the process.

truck on lift in shop At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, we’re all for additions that make your trucks last longer and work better. Here’s some info on the benefits of undercoating, and why you might want to consider it for your truck.

Tread of Tire

What condition are your tires in? At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, we want to make sure you can tell. A simple visual inspection is all you need - it’s easy if you know what to look for.

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