Diesel Engine Repair

Diesel Engine Repair Shop Serving the Anchorage, AK Area

Different Strokes of Alaska specializes in Ford diesel engines. Our qualified team will perform the diesel services you need to keep your vehicle running optimally.

We provide repairs for:

Fuel Injection Problems: Faults with fuel injectors lead to misfires, reduced fuel economy, trouble starting the engine, smokey emissions and eventually engine failure. At Different Strokes of Alaska, we can assist with fuel injection systems diagnosis and repairs, ensuring everything works as intended.

Turbocharger Failure: The turbocharger is responsible for making your vehicle more efficient and powerful, channeling energy that would otherwise be lost back to the engine. Turbochargers can be damaged by oil contamination, oil starvation, restricted airflow, unfiltered airflow and other causes, resulting in a loss of power, engine efficiency and eventually engine failure

Clogged Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF): The DPF is responsible for catching exhaust ash and other contaminants, reducing diesel emissions. A process called "DPF Regeneration" occurs under certain circumstances to burn the contaminants away. If DPF regeneration doesn't occur, it can cause a DPF blockage, resulting in poor engine performance. There can be many reasons why a DPF clogs, the team at Different Strokes of Alaska can identify and repair what your diesel needs to continue functioning properly.

Engine Overheating: If your engine begins to overheat, it can cause serious damage. A coolant fluid leak, bad waterpump, broken hose, thermostat, clogged radiator or blown head gaskets can all cause a diesel engine to overheat. Contact the team at Different Strokes of Alaska for diagnosis and repair.

Bad Glow Plugs / Relay: Diesel engine glow plugs are responsible for heating incoming fuel and air, contributing to efficient fuel combustion to start the engine. If you have a faulty or malfunctioning relay or glow plugs, it may result in a "hard start" or even failure to start. Contact Different Strokes of Alaska for glow plug system diagnosis and services.

Electrical: Charging, Starting and Operating Systems: These systems are essential for proper performance. Many of the electrical operating systems require 12 Volt DC power and high amperage output. Ensuring these systems are well maintained will improve ability to start your vehicle in extreme conditions and keep all systems operating as designed to maximize performance in all conditions. Diesels also require several integral computer components to communicate with one another. These systems require experienced interface, both human and proper operating system software to diagnose when these systems have issues. Different Strokes of Alaska has all of Ford's available interface software for all models to help you make proper repairs with proper diagnosis.

Diesel engine maintenance, specifically preventative maintenance, is important to preserve the life and reliability of your vehicle. Check your owner’s manual or call Different Strokes of Alaska to determine recommended maintenance schedules.

We are located in Anchorage but provide many services to all of Alaska!