Crown Car Care Is The Deacon of Diesels 

Our goal is to develop a relationship with our customers to keep their diesel fleets safe and dependable. Trusting a repair facility with your fleet repair needs is no small matter. We do everything within our control to build and earn that trust every day. We are the preferred alternative to the dealership for all scheduled maintenance. Bring in your imported and domestic diesel engine vehicles today with complete confidence that your repairs will be affordable and reliable and finished right the first time. Don’t be worried about the factory warranty on your new truck. We have the staff, skills, training, and equipment necessary to perform all required maintenance on your new car or truck while maintaining your warranty. We offer diesel repair at both of our locations, Palm City & Stuart and Stuart. You can trust Crown Car Care as your light and medium diesel specialist!

Complete Diesel Service Provided

Because of their efficiency and durability, diesel engines have become the standard in powering our nation’s passenger vehicles, pickups, and other work trucks and buses.  Diesel service technicians who service and repair these engines are using more complex diagnostic equipment as diesel engine maintenance is becoming increasingly more complex with engines and other components using more electronic systems to control their operation. At Crown Car Care in Palm City & Stuart, our team of expert diesel mechanics is qualified and ready to work on diesel trucks and have the experience you want behind that wrench as well as the passion for truck repairs.

Our diesel mechanics handle a variety of repairs on the Ford, Chevy, Dodge & GM trucks that come into our shop making them exceptionally versatile in their knowledge base and when you combine that with the diagnostic equipment they have access to it is hard to beat their expertise. Diesel repair is becoming increasingly complex and requires a certain skill set and that versatility comes in handy with a diesel technician who knows what they’re doing.

We service all major brands of diesel trucks including:

cummins diesel engine logoduramax diesel engine logoford powerstroke engine logo

 

 

 

 

SOME OF OUR WORK:

6.0 Powerstroke With A Damaged Cylinder Due To A Compromised Air Filter

6.0 Powerstroke With A Damaged Cylinder Due To A Compromised Air Filter

6.0 Powerstroke With A Hole In The Block A Connecting Rod Failed Due To Oiling Problem

6.0 Powerstroke With A Hole In The Block A Connecting Rod Failed Due To Oiling Problem

A 12 Valve Cummins Getting A Twin Turbo

A 12 Valve Cummins Getting A Twin Turbo

A 6.0 Ford Powerstroke Getting Head Studs

A 6.0 Ford Powerstroke Getting Head Studs

A 6.0 Powerstroke Getting Engine Work Done

A 6.0 Powerstroke Getting Engine Work Done

A Breached EGR Cooler On A 6.0 Ford Powerstroke

A Breached EGR Cooler On A 6.0 Ford Powerstroke

A Broken Crank Shaft On A Powerstroke 6.4 A Job We Repaired

A Broken Crank Shaft On A Powerstroke 6.4 A Job We Repaired

A Larger Turbo Being Installed On A Cummins

A Larger Turbo Being Installed On A Cummins

Blown Head Gasket On 6.0 Powerstroke A Very Common Occurance But An Easy Permanent Fix Is Available

Blown Head Gasket On 6.0 Powerstroke A Very Common Occurance But An Easy Permanent Fix Is Available

Closer View Of A 6.0 Powerstroke Apart

Closer View Of A 6.0 Powerstroke Apart

Custom Twin Turbo Setup On A 12 Valve Cummins

Custom Twin Turbo Setup On A 12 Valve Cummins

Ford 6.4 Powerstroke For An Oil Leak At Turbo

Ford 6.4 Powerstroke For An Oil Leak At Turbo

Fuso With A Craked Piston Due To A Stuck Open Injector

Fuso With A Craked Piston Due To A Stuck Open Injector

Head Job On A Common Rail Cummins

Head Job On A Common Rail Cummins

Routine Job At Crown Head Gasket And Studs On A Powerstroke 6.0

Routine Job At Crown Head Gasket And Studs On A Powerstroke 6.0

Starting On A Head Gasket Job On A Duramax

Starting On A Head Gasket Job On A Duramax

Twin Turbo Setup On A Cummins 12 Valve Installed At Our Shop

Twin Turbo Setup On A Cummins 12 Valve Installed At Our Shop

Broken Injector Tip On A 7.3 Powerstroke

Broken Injector Tip On A 7.3 Powerstroke



What service do you need?

Your diesel engine is very different from a gas engine starting with the way it gains power using compression in the combustion chamber to ignite the fuel versus a spark like a gas engine. The real key to keeping that diesel engine in top shape is filters and with regularly scheduled maintenance and fluids - specifically diesel engine oil, exhaust treatment fluid, power steering fluid, coolant, brake fluid, automatic transmission fluid, rear differential fluid. On 4×4’s, you also have transfer case fluid and front differential fluid. It is more than you need on a gas engine but the durability and power you get with diesel are worth it and the routine maintenance will save you thousands of dollars in repairs easily.

When do you need to schedule maintenance for your diesel engine and what is needed each time?  For your convenience, we've added the preferred maintenance listing: 

7,500 MILES
    •    Change engine oil and replace oil filter
    •    Rotate Tires
    •    Inspect engine air filter minder, replace filter as required

15,000 MILES
    •    Change engine oil and replace the oil filter
    •    Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth
    •    Rotate tires
    •    Inspect engine air filter minder, replace filter as req.
    •    Replace engine and frame-mounted fuel filters
    •    Inspect steering linkage, suspension and if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints
    •    Inspect engine cooling system and hoses
    •    Inspect brake system
    •    Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
    •    Check wheels for endplay and noise
    •    Inspect and lubricate 4x2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550)
    •    Inspect and lubricate steering idler arms

22,500 MILES
    •    Change engine oil and replace oil filter
    •    Inspect engine air filter minder, replace filter as req.

30,000 MILES
    •    Change engine oil and replace the oil filter
    •    Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth
    •    Rotate tires
    •    Inspect engine air filter minder, replace filter as req.
    •    Replace engine and frame-mounted fuel filters
    •    Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints
    •    Inspect engine cooling system and hoses
    •    Inspect brake system
    •    Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
    •    Change the automatic transmission fluid and external filter element
    •    Check wheels for endplay and noise
    •    Inspect and lubricate 4x2 ball joints (except F-450 / F-550)
    •    Inspect and lubricate steering idler arms

37,500 MILES
    •    Change engine oil and replace the oil filter
    •    Inspect engine air filter minder, replace filter as req.

45,000 MILES
    •    Change engine oil and replace the oil filter
    •    Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth
    •    Rotate tires
    •    Inspect engine air filter minder, replace filter as required
    •    Replace engine and frame-mounted fuel filters
    •    Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints
    •    Inspect engine cooling system and hoses
    •    Inspect brake system
    •    Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
    •    Check wheels for endplay and noise
    •    Inspect and lubricate 4x2 ball joints (except F-450 / F-550)
    •    Inspect and lubricate steering idler arms

52,500 MILES
    •    Change engine oil and replace the oil filter
    •    Inspect engine air filter minder, replace filter as required

60,000 MILES
    •    Change engine oil and replace the oil filter
    •    Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth
    •    Rotate tires
    •    Inspect engine air filter minder, replace filter as required
    •    Replace engine and frame-mounted fuel filters
    •    Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints
    •    Inspect engine cooling system and hoses
    •    Inspect brake system
    •    Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
    •    Change the automatic transmission fluid and external filter element
    •    Change the manual transmission fluid
    •    Check wheels for endplay and noise
    •    Lubricate 4x4 hub needle bearings
    •    Lubricate 4x2 wheel bearings
    •    Replace wheel bearing grease seal
    •    Inspect and lubricate 4x2 ball joints (except F-450 / F-550)
    •    Inspect and lubricate steering idler arms

MOST COMMON DIESEL REPAIRS  Our diesel mechanics have found that the most common issues and repairs have been the following:
    •    Diesel Air intake system repair and replacing parts
    •    Diesel Charging system repair
    •    Diesel Glow plug repair and replacement
    •    Diesel Turbo repair, rebuilding, replacement
    •    Diesel High-pressure pump repair, rebuilding, replacement
    •    Diesel Hydro boost system repair, replacement
    •    Diesel EGR system repair

WARNING SIGNS  If these things happen, you need to call the shop as there is a problem with your diesel truck.  Preferably as soon as you notice it so we can remedy it before it becomes a serious issue.
    •    Engine runs poorly when it is cold outside or it's too hot potentially overheating
    •    White, black, or blue smoke is coming from your exhaust
    •    Leaking coolant or excessive coolant loss - any big change
    •    The engine is running poorly when it is cold or it is hard to start.  Loss of performance of any kind.
    •    Sudden change in fuel mileage performance.
    •    Any time a light comes on in your panel i.e. check engine light.
    •    Hard knocking or odd noise you are not used to in your engine.

Bypass expensive dealerships by bringing your diesel car, truck, or SUV to us next time it needs maintenance or repair. Talk to our diesel technicians today at  Crown Car Care in Palm City & Stuart about scheduling your diesel engine maintenance or repairs today. We look forward to working with you to keep your diesel vehicles on the road. Drive further and longer while getting the most from your diesel truck by being proactive with maintenance and repairs!

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