How to Get Parts for a Diesel Car

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Diesel engines are valued for their power, performance, fuel efficiency, durability and longevity. In fact, many diesel car engines run beyond 250,000 miles. Like all engines though, diesel engines will need repairs and maintenance. As servicing is needed, knowing how to find parts for your diesel car can help lengthen your car's lifespan.

Steps

1. 1
   Make note of the make, model and year of your car, as well as of any specifics about its engine.

   
   
2. 2
   Identify the part you need for your diesel engine.
3. 3
   Visit your local auto parts store to visit with a parts expert about the part you need.
   • If possible, remove the part you need from your diesel car's engine and bring it with you to the store.
   • Talk with the technician at the auto parts store about special installation instructions and how to dispose of your old part. There may be a salvage market for your old engine part.
   • Inquire about the store's return policies and any guarantees that exist for the part.
   • Ask whether the part is in stock or must be ordered. If your diesel engine part must be ordered, ask how long it will take to receive it and whether you will be required to pay any shipping charges.
   • Ask whether the part is new or remanufactured.
   • You may need or want to visit multiple stores to find the part you need or to compare prices.
4. 4
   Conduct an Internet search for the part you need.
   • If a company representative is available, talk with them about special installation instructions and how to dispose of your old part.
   • Research the company's return policies and any guarantees that exist for the part.
   • If there are any available, read customer reviews of the company's products and customer service.
   • Research shipping costs.
   • Find out whether the part is in stock or must be ordered. If your diesel engine part must be ordered, find out how long it will take to receive it and whether you will incur any additional shipping charges.
   • Ask whether the part is new or remanufactured.
   • You may need or want to visit multiple online stores to find the part you need or to compare prices.
5. 5
   Purchase or order the part you need.
   • Before completing your purchase, be sure you are purchasing the correct part.
6. 6
   Install the part, carefully following all instructions.

Tips

• Parts for the diesel engines of foreign cars can be quite costly.
• If you are a novice mechanic, visiting your local auto parts store may be advantageous, as it will give you the opportunity to ensure you are in fact looking for the correct part and to discuss options for ordering your part.
• If you are a seasoned mechanic, purchasing your part online may be advantageous as it allows you to shop around for the best price and

Things You'll Need

• Diesel car
• Computer
• Internet access

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