Glow Plug Replacement
Glow plugs are pencil-shaped objects that help diesel engines start. In essence, they serve as the diesel equivalent to spark plugs found in gasoline engines. Unlike spark plugs, glow plugs use heat to get the engine going. In cold weather, glow plugs play an especially important role. This is because diesel engines often experience ignition troubles when temperatures are low. Diesel engines require the air to reach a certain temperature for fuel ignition to occur, but they tend to absorb heat when they are cold. Glow plugs help solve this problem by providing enough heat for the fuel to ignite. However, glow plugs usually require a small amount of time to warm up before they can perform. While they gather heat, glow plugs let off a small light or glow. As a result, this process is often referred to as “glowing.” After the glow plugs finish warming, drivers should be able to successfully start their diesel vehicles.
Without a functioning glow plug, a diesel engine will have trouble igniting fuel in the combustion chamber. Over time, your glow plugs will wear out and need to be replaced. Faulty glow plugs may fail to ignite the fuel in your engine, and they can lead to idling and unwelcome smoke emissions. If your glow plugs are acting up, bring your vehicle to us and our service staff will replace the bad glow plugs. Signs of bad glow plugs include hard starting, rough idling, a misfiring engine, or white smoke. When these symptoms occur, allow our service staff to inspect your glow plugs and install replacements. Our knowledgeable staff is equipped with the right tools for the job, and we are eager to help.
All of the Midwest Auto & Diesel Repair technicians are diesel certified and factory-trained and perform their work in our state-of-the-art service facility.
Your vehicle will be serviced and repaired using the latest, most advanced computer diagnostic equipment, tools and techniques to ensure that you are back on the road quickly and in running smoothly. Don't trust your truck's care and the safety of your family to anyone else. Taking care of your vehicles is what we do best....and we take pride in knowing that we do our job better than anyone else. We guarantee it.
At Midwest Auto & Diesel Repair your complete automotive care center in Wichita, KS we install only quality replacement parts. Give us a call at (316) 351-8945 and let us help keep you safely and economically on the road. We serve Wichita and the surrounding areas.
