Engine Replacement in Garfield Heights, OH

What Is Engine Replacement?

Engine replacement is the removal of a vehicle's failed or worn-out engine and the installation of a sound one in its place. The replacement can be a new, used or remanufactured engine made to fit your vehicle. It makes sense when the damage inside the engine would cost more to fix than to replace.

The work involves draining the fluids, disconnecting the wiring, fuel, cooling and exhaust parts, and lifting the old engine out. We move over the parts that carry on, renew the ones that should be replaced during the swap and set the new engine in. Then we refill every fluid, start it, check for leaks and test drive the vehicle.

Why Engine Replacement Matters in Garfield Heights, OH

Many drivers in Garfield Heights rely on one vehicle to get to work in Cleveland, the shops along Broadway Avenue or the businesses at Highland Park. When an engine fails, a replacement can keep a car you know and trust on the road. It is often the sensible choice for a vehicle whose body, transmission and frame are still in good shape.

Northeast Ohio's cold winters and hot, humid summers both test an engine. Short trips in freezing weather keep the oil from warming up, and summer traffic on Interstate 480 can push a weak cooling system past its limit. An engine that keeps running hot or burning oil will not fix itself, and driving it on can turn a repair into a replacement.

When to Consider Engine Replacement in Garfield Heights, OH

Consider a replacement when a test shows the engine has a cracked block, a badly damaged head, spun bearings or low compression across the cylinders. It also makes sense when the engine needs repair after repair and the rest of the car is worth keeping. The age and mileage of the vehicle play a part too.

Come in as soon as you hear a deep knock, see heavy smoke or notice the engine using oil fast. Stop driving if the temperature gauge climbs into the red. The earlier we see the engine, the more choices you have.

Signs You Need Engine Replacement

Watch for these signs that your engine may be failing:

How Our Engine Replacement Works

Getting your engine replaced is simple:

• Step 1: Call (216) 633-8544 or request an estimate and tell us what your engine is doing.
• Step 2: Bring your vehicle in for testing and an estimate.
• Step 3: We explain what we found and what the replacement takes before any work starts.
• Step 4: Once you approve, we replace the engine and get you back on the road.

Engine Testing Before Replacement

Not every engine that runs badly needs replacing. A failed sensor, a bad coil or a leaking gasket can make an engine misfire, smoke or lose power. Our auto diagnostics start with those simpler causes.

When the problem points inside the engine, a compression test and a leak-down test show the condition of the rings, valves and head gasket. We share the results with you in plain words. You decide with the facts in front of you.

Choosing the Replacement Engine

Replacement engines come new, used or remanufactured, and each has its place. A remanufactured engine has been rebuilt with new wear parts, while a used engine comes from another vehicle of the same kind. We explain the choices that fit your vehicle and your budget.

Whichever you choose, the engine has to match your vehicle's model, year and equipment. We confirm the fit before ordering. Ask us about the warranty that comes with the engine you pick.

Parts Renewed During the Swap

With the engine out, some parts are much easier to reach and worth renewing. These can include motor mounts, hoses, belts, the water pump, gaskets and the clutch on a manual car. We tell you what we recommend and why before we add anything.

The transmission sits right behind the engine, so we look at it during the job. If it shows signs of trouble, our transmission replacement service can handle it too. We refill the cooling system and oil and check every connection before the first start.

Why Garfield Heights Customers Choose Fair Price Auto Repair

Fair Price Auto Repair has served drivers in Garfield Heights since 2003, and engine and transmission work is a big part of what we do. We work on most domestic, Asian and European vehicles. Every job starts with testing and an estimate before any work begins.

Financing is available to help with a large repair like an engine replacement, and we accept many extended warranties. Our motto is simple: we fix it right. Call (216) 633-8544 or stop by 8409 Garfield Blvd to talk about your engine.