A fuel system is a complex network of tubes, hoses, valves, and pumps that delivers fuel from the tank to the engine. The fuel system is responsible for supplying the engine with the correct mixture of air and fuel for combustion. If your truck is having problems with starting, smoking, leaking, or rough idling, it may be indicative of a problem with the fuel system. A skilled technician can quickly and correctly diagnose any fuel system issue. Our Humble fuel system service can help.
The most common problems with truck fuel systems are:
-Hard starting: This may be caused by a dirty air filter, low fuel pressure, or a defective ignition coil.
-Smoking: This may be caused by a clogged air filter, a defective oxygen sensor, or a leak in the fuel system.
-Leaking: This may be caused by a leak in the fuel line, a defective fuel pump, or a faulty gas cap.
-Rough idling: This may be caused by a clogged air filter, low fuel pressure, or a defective ignition coil.
Why is Fuel System Service Necessary?
Regular truck fuel system service is critical to keeping your vehicle running smoothly. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:
1. Keep your fuel system clean. A regular fuel system cleaning can help keep your engine running smoothly and prevent costly repairs down the road.
2. Check your fuel filters regularly. Clogged fuel filters can cause hard starting, smoking, and other problems. Change your filters as recommended by your vehicle’s manufacturer to keep your fuel system running smoothly.
3. Keep an eye on your fuel level. Running out of gas can damage your fuel pump and other components in the fuel system. Make sure you always have a full tank of gas to avoid any problems.
Why Us?
Ferguson Truck Center provides 24-hour manager-dispatched emergency road service for our fleet customers. We also offer monthly billing, with approved credit, and honor most credit cards, checks and com checks.
Because Ferguson Truck Center gets the work done effectively and efficiently, we enjoy longstanding business relationships with many high-profile businesses in Houston—in addition to many, many other less familiar firms.
