Engine repair and replacement
When an engine has major internal damage: how it is diagnosed, the repair and replacement options, and what to ask before deciding.
What this covers
Engine replacement is on TRUE Automotive’s service list. It is a large repair, usually considered after overheating, oil starvation, a timing failure or heavy internal wear.
Before deciding, find out what failed and why. If an engine overheated because of a cooling problem, that problem has to be fixed too, or the replacement engine is at risk.
How the problem is found
A compression or leak-down test measures how well each cylinder seals. Comparing cylinders shows whether the problem is one cylinder or the whole engine.
Ask what the replacement engine is (new, remanufactured or used), what warranty comes with it, and what else should be replaced at the same time.
Engine repair and replacement by shop
No shop has confirmed individual services online yet. Everything listed here is on TRUE’s list for all 5 shops; call the shop to confirm before you go.