How do you tune up a diesel engine?

Periodic maintenance of our engine is essential to avoid mechanical problems in the future. Checking the engine from time to time is key to its operation and our safety.

We tell you everything you need to know to tune up your diesel engine . But before…

What does the setting mean?
about an engine?

When we talk about 'tuning up' a diesel engine, we are referring to a periodic review of said engine, so that all the processes related to combustion occur at the exact moment in which they should occur and thus obtain the maximum performance.

Tuning is used to check the correct coordination between the injection pump , the crankshaft and engine camshaft , so that the processes necessary for combustion are carried out at the right time.

How laying is done
about a diesel engine

The tuning process of a diesel engine can be done in various ways. Normally it acts on the distribution belts , the distribution chains and/or the sprockets .

If it is believed that there is an incorrect set-up

IT IS VERY IMPORTANT!

avoid starting the vehicle or keeping it running, in order to avoid negative consequences on its performance or even on the different parts of the vehicle that act on its combustion.

Performing a tune incorrectly can significantly affect engine performance, stalling, and various other performance related items. In the most serious of cases, it can cause cracks or breaks in the combustion system.

Performing a tune incorrectly can significantly affect engine performance, stalling, and various other performance related items. In the most serious of cases, it can cause cracks or breaks in the combustion system.

At Comercial Méndez we are specialists in spare parts and engines and we work with the leading brands in the market. If you need advice, do not hesitate to contact our technical service .