At Healey Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Beacon, MY, we know that a diesel truck needs maintenance that’s significantly different from a gasoline-powered truck. For example, diesel trucks don’t use electrical components in the ignition system. Diesel truck owners in Newburgh, Poughkeepsie, NY and surrounding areas appreciate those differences and that’s one of the reasons they count on us for specialized diesel truck service.
Oil changes: A key difference between diesel and gas-powered trucks
For any vehicle, whether gasoline or diesel, regular oil and filter changes are important. A modest neglect of oil changes in a gasoline-based truck will wear out the engine prematurely. But in a diesel-powered truck, oil changes are downright essential. Not getting oil changes done in a timely way can literally destroy a diesel engine. Conventional oil should be changed every 3,000 to 5,000 miles. Synthetic oil can go up to 7,500 to 10,000 miles.
Glow plugs: A vital part of diesel truck maintenance
Glow plugs are heating elements that heat incoming air and fuel to make diesel fuel combustion more efficient. Those glow plugs need to be inspected regularly and we do that frequently for our diesel truck customers from Goshen and Fishkill, NY. We recommend getting your glow plugs inspected as often as every oil change, especially in winter months.
Gaskets: Another set of components to keep an eye on
Diesel engine gaskets perform in extreme conditions so if a gasket is leaking, all your gaskets should be replaced because others are probably about to leak as well. We can provide a guide to diesel truck maintenance for Ram and other trucks so you know when to schedule service. To find out more, contact us at Healey Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, only about 20 minutes from Wappingers Falls, NY in Beacon, NY.