Common Auto Maintenance Services, Explained at Carr Chevrolet: Head Gasket Leak Repair

Even if you don't know the first thing about performing your own car maintenance, you might recognize that a "blown head gasket" is a big deal. It sounds like a catastrophic failure in a major engine component - and it is. Left unattended, a leaky head gasket will cause the engine to start burning oil and coolant, which will make it rapidly overheat. When a modern engine overheats, it can utterly destroy itself in a matter of just minutes. Metal parts can fuse together under the extreme temperatures present in an overheating engine. If your vehicle idles very roughly, is smoking from the tailpipe and is overheating, you might have a blown head gasket. Bring your vehicle to Carr Chevrolet right away for a fix, before the situation gets any worse.

Why is Head Gasket Replacement So Expensive?

In order to fix a leaking head gasket, we'll have to replace it. The head gasket forms the critical seal between the cylinder head and the engine block, allowing coolant to cool the engine, oil to lubricate its moving parts, and air and fuel to mix properly in the combustion chambers. A failed head gasket can allow air, gasoline, coolant and oil to co-mingle deep in the engine, which spells big-time trouble. We'll need to tear the engine down entirely, install a new head gasket, and put it together again. As we do, we'll evaluate the rest of your engine's condition and make any necessary repairs while we're already deep inside the engine. That's one more reason to choose the experts at Carr Chevrolet to make this repair - by the time we're done, we'll have refurbished the entire engine. When that's done with OEM parts and carried out perfectly to manufacturer spec, your new engine can last up to 100,000 miles or more with regular maintenance!

How to Schedule Your Service Appointment

At Carr Chevrolet, we know you have options when it comes to servicing your vehicle. We strive to earn your business by making it more convenient to work with us! You can use our online service scheduler to make your next appointment at a time that's convenient for you, call us to speak to a service technician about your vehicle, or just drop by. Walk-ins are always welcome at our service department, located at 15005 SW Tualatin Valley Highway, Beaverton, OR 97006.

Why Beaverton Drivers turn to Carr Chevrolet for Superior Service

When you trust the factory-trained pros in our service department to care for your Chevy, you can be confident you're getting the best possible quality and service. That's because our talented service technicians are factory-trained to know your Chevrolet backwards and front. And when it comes to component quality, you can't do better than OEM parts direct from Chevrolet. That's why we use exclusively OEM and Chevrolet-approved parts for a lasting fix and a perfect fit on your vehicle. Compared to national service chains and neighborhood mechanics, nobody provides the level of quality and professionalism you'll find at Carr Chevy. Not driving a Chevrolet? We service all GM makes and models, and we're also your local Authorized Saturn Service Provider. Make today the day you choose to take better care of your car and go with the pros at the Carr Chevrolet service center!