Automotive engines are highly complex pieces of machinery and it’s of great importance to always keep up on their maintenance. By staying up-to-date with oil changes and other factory-scheduled services, you can greatly reduce the risk of catastrophic engine issues. In the event that your engine is on the precipice of total failure, certain signs might be present. And if you do need to replace your engine, you’ll want to entrust the work to a shop that specializes in this type of work. At HESCO Automotive & Performance Center, we provide expert engine replacement in the greater Birmingham, AL area. We’ll install a low mileage or expertly rebuilt engine that is the right match for your vehicle. Here are five indications that you may need engine replacement. 

Broken Timing Belt

To keep parts in sync in your engine, your timing belt needs to be functioning properly. If it breaks, pistons and valves could be thrown out of whack and cause major engine trouble that necessitates replacement. 

Knocking Sound

A loud knocking noise often means that there are worn-out bearings. Your engine’s moving parts rest on bearings, which if they fail, can cause massive engine problems that would require an exorbitant repair bill. 

Burning Oil

Blue exhaust is one classic sign that your car is burning oil within the motor. If oil is burning up, there is the risk that your engine won’t receive adequate lubrication, in which case moving parts will soon break down. When oil leaks internally in this fashion, it could mean that you’ll need an engine rebuild or replacement. 

Cracked Block

Sometimes a cooling system issue can result in a cracked block, which generally means you’ll need to replace your engine. 

Power Loss

When a vehicle lacks power, it could be simply due to gradual wear and tear of engine parts, resulting from old age or poor maintenance. This could create a need for major engine repairs, and it may be more cost-effective to instead choose replacement. 

Engine Repair & Replacement in Birmingham, AL

If you need engine replacement in Birmingham and the surrounding area, contact HESCO Automotive & Performance Center at (205) 526-3796. At our nearby auto shop, we can expertly address any of your vehicle’s repair or maintenance needs. Feel free to give us a call today to make an appointment!