Engine Repair
Engine Repair
Your Premium Source for European Vehicle Engine Repair in Dallas and Houston
Owning a European vehicle is a treat… until you need to get it serviced. After all, not every mechanic is going to know the ins and outs of these imported vehicles. That’s where having specialist services like you can get from European Service center can come in handy.
Our garages spread out in the cities like Alpharetta, Atlanta Piedmont, Atlanta Roswell, Duluth, Dallas Cedar Springs, Dallas Tracy St, Houston, Plano/North Dallas would help you in looking after the special needs of your European vehicles.
Since 1979, we’ve been servicing European vehicles, and we’ve definitely learned a thing or two about engine repairs right down to model specific issues for the following brands:
- Audi
- BMW
- Jaguar
- Land Rover
- Mercedes
- MINI
- Porsche
- Volkswagen
- Sprinter Vans
- Maserati
- Aston Martin
- Ferrari
- Tesla (Alpharetta & Plano Only)
This gives you an edge when it comes to avoiding potential pitfalls, and today we’ll take a look at a few common issues that we’ve dealt with so that you’ll know what to watch for and should they arise, you’ll know where to go to get them fixed.

Preventative Maintenance Tailored for Your Specific Brand in Dallas and Houston
One of the biggest reasons that you’ll see engine issues with European vehicles is a simple lack of proper care. Regularly scheduled preventative maintenance can go a long way towards maximizing your mileage, but it’s not just a matter of getting an oil change and topping off your brake fluid.
These vehicles have very specific requirements that need to be followed in order to keep them at their best. For instance, BMWS need to be serviced every 5000 miles. That’s why at European Service center, we make sure that your vehicles get the factory-scheduled maintenance checks at the proper mileage when they’re needed. You just need to drive in your BMW in our garages located in Dallas Cedar Springs or Dallas Tracy St while driving through these cities and our technicians would do the rest.
Too little or too much scheduled maintenance are both bad for your vehicle, so you want to make sure that you’re getting expert service and just the right amount of care.
Give European Service center a call or stop in and see us sometime and ask about getting regularly scheduled maintenance for your own vehicle and what that will entail. We’ll know the answer, right down to model-specific issues that we can help you to keep at bay.
Common Engine Repair Issues for European Models in Dallas and Houston
While known for their efficiency, European brand vehicles can break down just like any other machine. To give you an idea of what might happen, here are 3 brands and the most common engine issues that come up with them from time to time:
- BMW – With BMWs, one common problem has to do with camshaft cover gaskets starting to leak oil. Also known as ‘Rocket Cover gaskets’, these seal the engine’s valve and cylinder head specifically to keep oil in, but wear and tear over time or lack of proper preventative maintenance can wear them down and then you’ve got a problem!
- Land Rover – Oil pumps can fail with any vehicle, but the Land Rover V8 models seem to have more than their fair share of problems with these pumps. If you notice the low oil pressure light coming on when you’re idle, and turning back off when you’re not, then you might want to bring your vehicle in to check the oil pump. It’s definitely not a part you want to neglect.
- Volkswagen – While hyper efficient, Volkswagens have had a suspiciously high number of ignition coil failures over the years and thankfully, it’s pretty easy to notice. Knocking, backfiring, or flat-out failing to start is going to let you know right away that it’s time to get your VW to an expert.
Engine Repair Services Needed in Georgia & Texas?
- Fuel System Cleaning: The fuel system in your vehicle consists of a host of components that function coherently to provide adequate pressurized fuel to the engine of your car. However, over the years, deposits build up in the fuel injectors, intake valves, and combustion chambers, which affects the fuel delivery & performance of your engine. That is why you must get your fuel system cleaned every 15,000-30,000 miles & if it is long due, then you can visit any of the auto shops in Georgia & Texas to get the problem addressed by our professional mechanics.
- Coolant Flush & Replacement: The coolant is one of the most important fluids for your engine as it prevents the engine from overheating due to the heat produced during combustion. As the coolant absorbs the excess heat and helps maintain an optimal engine temperature, the nature of its working makes it ineffective over the years, leading to corrosion of the engine components. You can have your coolant system flushed & coolant replaced by visiting any of our garages located in Alpharetta or Duluth.
- Air Filter Replacement: Though it may sound like a minor maintenance aspect related to your car, it is often the most neglected one, and it does take a toll on the engine’s performance. The air filter prevents the ingress of dirt, debris, and other contaminants into your car’s engine. You should have your air filter replaced every 12,000-15,000 miles or as per the owner’s manual of your car. You just need to drive into our auto repair shop located in Houston & Plano, and our certified mechanics will replace the air filter instantly.
- Timing Belt or Chain Replacement: The timing belt or chain assists in synchronizing the rotation of the crankshaft & camshaft, and this, in turn, helps the valve function optimally. You must always get the timing belt replaced every 60,000-100,000 miles to ensure the smooth functioning of the engine. Often, replacing the timing belt as per the manufacturer-recommended maintenance schedule of your car ensures smooth engine operation.
European Service Center Engine Repair FAQ
