Diesel Engines

How to replace the EGR Valve on a 6.0L Ford Powerstroke diesel engine. The EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) Valve helps to reduce Nirtogen Oxide emissions in diesel applications by recirculating a portion of an engine’s exhaust gas back to the engine cylinders.    

How to replace the MAP/Boost Sensor on a 5.9L Cummins diesel application.    

How to replace the intercooler/charge air cooler for a 6.0L Powerstroke diesel application. When replacing the intercooler, it is also recommended to replace the hose boots and clamps.   Transcript: All right let’s take a look at replacing the charge air cooler on this ’03 Ford truck with a 6 liter power stroke engine. Now,…

How to replace the Exhaust Back Pressure (EBP) Sensor on a 6.0LPowerstroke diesel engine. When replacing the EBP Sensor, it is also recommended to replace the pigtail connection at the same time..    

How to replace the oil pressure sensor on a 6.0L Powerstroke diesel engine.      

How to replace a coolant temperature sensor on a Ford 6.0L Powerstroke diesel engine. WARNING: Be very careful when installing the new temp sensor! If the wrench slips it can break the sensor.    

The coolant system is one of the most overlooked maintenance items in a diesel engine and engine coolant maintenance is just as important as an oil change.

Looking at diesel diagnosis, let’s discuss the two most basic needs of diesel engine operation: proper combustion chamber heat and amount of fuel injected.

A phrase that customers often use is, “This is a diesel engine; the problem should be easy to diagnose.” The most accurate part of that statement is that it is a diesel engine.