Top-Rated Allentown Shop for Head Gasket Replacement in Your Mini

At Schearer’s Sales and Service, Inc., our experts will use the latest factory-grade equipment and tools to diagnose what is causing your Mini’s head gasket to need replacement. We proudly provide open and honest communication with our customers to ensure that they are in control of how their vehicle is handled. Our experts will advise clients on signs to look for, what may be causing the gasket to need replacement, and inform the Mini owner of the risk of not having the head gasket replaced.

To begin the replacement of a Mini’s head gasket, our mechanics will disassemble the top section of the engine. The mechanic will then remove the old gasket and clean the surface so that checking for distortions will be easier. Once the check is done, the new gasket will be precisely positioned and installed. The replacement of a Mini’s head gasket is a complex job, so we don’t recommend trying to do it yourself.

Common Signs That Your Mini’s Head Gasket Needs Replacement

If you believe that the head gasket of your Mini is blown and needs replacement, look for signs such as overheating, a burnt coolant smell, coolant loss but no visible leak, bubbling in the coolant reservoir or radiator, white smoke coming from the tailpipe, and a milky white color to your oil.

• Engine overheating
  • The cooling system won’t work properly if the head gasket is blown. This will cause the engine to overheat due to improper or no cooling.
• The smell of burning coolant
  • There will be a smell of burnt coolant inside the vehicle’s cabin. This will usually indicate a leak is happening.
• Unexplained coolant loss
  • You may notice that your coolant levels are low and do not see any visible leaking from the reservoir or under the Mini. This could be due to coolant leaking into the combustion chamber or the engine oil.
• Bubbling in the radiator or coolant reservoir
  • This is an important sign that indicates that combustion gases are infiltrating the cooling system.
• White or gray smoke from the tailpipe or under the hood
  • A classic sign that combustion gases are leaking into the cooling system and causing white or gray smoke to exit the tailpipe or come from under the hood.
• Milky white coloration in the oil
  • This is a common sign that your vehicle’s engine oil contains coolant in it.

Allow Expert Technicians to Discover Why Your Gasket is Having Issues

Due to incorrect installation, overheating, faulty engine parts, a worn engine, or coolant leakage, the head gasket of your Mini may need to be replaced.

• Incorrect Installation
  • When the head gasket is installed improperly, it could lead to premature failure.
• Overheating
  • The head gasket can wear out much faster when the engine overheats. The overheating engine may cause the cylinder head to warp, which will put a lot more stress on the head gasket.
• Malfunctioning Engine Parts
  • Components such as the water pump or thermostat may malfunction, which will lead to the engine overheating and cause the head gasket to fail.
• Worn-out Engine
  • Over time, engines have an increased risk of gasket failure because the wear and tear of everyday driving will pile up.
• Coolant Leakage
  • Coolant leakage into the engine’s oil or combustion chamber will lead to the engine misfiring.

Serious Risks to Your Engine if Head Gasket Isn’t Replaced

At Schearer’s Sales and Service, Inc., we strongly suggest that you replace the head gasket on your Mini Cooper and don’t wait to get the repair done. The following risks can cause serious engine damage if the replacement isn’t done.

• Overheating
  • An overheating engine is a common sign that the head gasket is blown. The failure of the head gasket will interrupt the seal between the block and the engine, which will allow for coolant and combustion gases to mix and escape. This will cause coolant levels to be low and for the engine to overheat. Driving with your Mini in this condition will cause severe damage to the engine, which can’t be reversed.
• Coolant Leaks
  • A loss of coolant is due to the gasket leaking into the engine’s oil passages or cylinders. The engine will have the potential to overheat if the coolant levels get too low.
• Oil Contamination
  • The oil will get contaminated when coolant mixes with it from a leak due to a blown head gasket. This will reduce its lubrication abilities and could lead to more friction on the engine’s components. The wear can cause the engine to fail prematurely.
• Loss of Power
  • The engine could start really hard or not run smoothly due to the head gasket causing a loss of compression in one or multiple cylinders. This can lead to a loss of power, which will affect the engine’s performance.
• Other Potential Risks
  • Cylinder misfire
    • Multiple cylinders can misfire if the gasket is failing.
  • Deteriorated catalytic converter
    • The catalytic converter can deteriorate over time if the oil is contaminated with coolant.

At Schearer’s Sales and Service, Inc., we aim to achieve our client’s trust and loyalty by providing top-quality service that is the best in Allentown. We serve residents in Allentown and the nearby areas.

• Bethlehem, PA
• Orefield, PA
• Schnecksville, PA
• Macungie, PA
• Alburtis, PA
• Emmaus, PA
• Trexlertown, PA
• Breinigsville, PA
• Kutztown, PA
• Topton, PA
• Fleetwood, PA

Stop by our shop today and schedule an appointment to replace the head gasket in your Mini Cooper. Call us at 610-395-2514 or book an appointment online at https://www.schearers.com/.