{"id":60256,"date":"2022-06-10T12:22:03","date_gmt":"2022-06-10T12:22:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/?p=60256"},"modified":"2023-09-14T22:03:50","modified_gmt":"2023-09-14T22:03:50","slug":"symptoms-car-engine-failure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/symptoms-car-engine-failure\/","title":{"rendered":"Warning Signs of Engine Failure You Must Not Ignore"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>An engine is a vital part of a car and its proper functioning increases the lifespan of the vehicle. To keep the engine in full performance mode, it\u2019s best to take your vehicle to service centres for regular maintenance. At these centres, the engine\u2019s condition is well-examined, hence, you can save your car from severe potential damage. Therefore, knowing the symptoms of engine failure in cars will help you identify the problem at the earliest and address it timely.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are all the major signs of engine failure in cars that might need addressing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-symptoms-of-engine-failure-in-cars\"><strong>SYMPTOMS OF ENGINE FAILURE IN CARS <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Detailed here are some of the signs of car engine failure that you should not ignore:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SPOTTING OIL PATCHES<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120118\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-C-09-06-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"oil leak is one of the signs of engine failure in cars \" class=\"wp-image-60281\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120118\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-C-09-06-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120118\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-C-09-06-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120118\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-C-09-06-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120118\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-C-09-06-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120118\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-C-09-06-421x263.jpg 421w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120118\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-C-09-06-558x349.jpg 558w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120118\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-C-09-06-363x227.jpg 363w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120118\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-C-09-06-250x156.jpg 250w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120118\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-C-09-06-368x230.jpg 368w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120118\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-C-09-06-774x484.jpg 774w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120118\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-C-09-06-672x420.jpg 672w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120118\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-C-09-06-437x273.jpg 437w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120118\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-C-09-06-301x188.jpg 301w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120118\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-C-09-06-240x150.jpg 240w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120118\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-C-09-06-771x482.jpg 771w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120118\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-C-09-06-669x418.jpg 669w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120118\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-C-09-06-435x272.jpg 435w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Leaking oil from car is one of the signs of engine failure in cars <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We often spot patches of oil on the ground beneath the car\u2019s body when it is parked. Thinking it\u2019s a harmless leak, we do not pay attention. On the contrary, oil patches are one of the early&nbsp;symptoms of engine failure in cars&nbsp;as it is the result of a gasket or an oil pan leak that damages the engine. The loss of lubrication increases friction in the combustion chamber, causing abrasion to the components. Therefore when you spot an oil patch, get your car checked immediately.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>UNUSUAL SOUNDS FROM THE CAR&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the common signs of car engine failure is the onset of weird sounds that most of us usually ignore. Weird sounds that we aren\u2019t used to hearing when driving is the result of backfire or knocking, or even both. The term backfire is given when the air and fuel fail to combust completely, causing an influx of un-burnt residues to emerge from the exhaust more than usual. Similarly, when the air-fuel mixture occurs before time, it is called knocking. Thus if you are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/car-sounds-not-ignore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hearing irregular sounds<\/a> coming from under the hood, it must be addressed immediately as it is damaging for the engine.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">BLACK SMOKE COMING OUT<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120429\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-D-09-06-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"one of the car engine failure symptoms is black smoke coming out from exhaust pipe\" class=\"wp-image-60288\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120429\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-D-09-06-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120429\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-D-09-06-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120429\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-D-09-06-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120429\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-D-09-06-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120429\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-D-09-06-421x263.jpg 421w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120429\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-D-09-06-558x349.jpg 558w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120429\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-D-09-06-363x227.jpg 363w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120429\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-D-09-06-250x156.jpg 250w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120429\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-D-09-06-368x230.jpg 368w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120429\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-D-09-06-774x484.jpg 774w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120429\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-D-09-06-672x420.jpg 672w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120429\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-D-09-06-437x273.jpg 437w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120429\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-D-09-06-301x188.jpg 301w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120429\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-D-09-06-240x150.jpg 240w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120429\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-D-09-06-771x482.jpg 771w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120429\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-D-09-06-669x418.jpg 669w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120429\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-D-09-06-435x272.jpg 435w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Black smoke coming out from the car&#8217;s exhaust pipe indicates problem with the engine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Cars that cough out a lot of smoke have been reconstructed into their modified versions that are now cleaner and less noisy. That said, if you spot a lot of smoke coming out from the exhaust pipe, or worse, if it is coloured, it is an alarming sign for the car. Black smoke indicates that the car is running on a rich air-fuel mixture, or that the fuel pump is exhausting itself out unnecessarily. In the case of blue smoke, the car\u2019s engine is burning the engine oil with a leak around somewhere.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Smoke is a strong tell-tale sign of a problem with the vehicle, often smoke coming out of the engine is a result of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/bad-spark-plug-symptoms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">faulty spark plugs<\/a>. Therefore, if you see a higher than normal emergence of smoke, know that it is one of the strong symptoms of engine failure in cars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>VIBRATIONS WHILE DRIVING&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You shouldn\u2019t feel vibrations when driving on a smooth road. If you do, it\u2019s likely an indicator of a bad engine. This occurs due to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/damaged-engine-mount\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">faulty engine mount<\/a> that has been worn out. Plus, misfiring in the engine is another reason for vibrations. Therefore, the next time your car vibrates even when idle, take immediate action.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>TURNED ON CHECK ENGINE LIGHT&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120645\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-A-09-06-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"check engine light on indicates a problem with car's engine\" class=\"wp-image-60292\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120645\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-A-09-06-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120645\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-A-09-06-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120645\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-A-09-06-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120645\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-A-09-06-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120645\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-A-09-06-421x263.jpg 421w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120645\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-A-09-06-558x349.jpg 558w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120645\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-A-09-06-363x227.jpg 363w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120645\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-A-09-06-250x156.jpg 250w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120645\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-A-09-06-368x230.jpg 368w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120645\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-A-09-06-774x484.jpg 774w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120645\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-A-09-06-672x420.jpg 672w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120645\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-A-09-06-437x273.jpg 437w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120645\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-A-09-06-301x188.jpg 301w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120645\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-A-09-06-240x150.jpg 240w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120645\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-A-09-06-771x482.jpg 771w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120645\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-A-09-06-669x418.jpg 669w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120645\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-A-09-06-435x272.jpg 435w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>A turned on check engine light always indicates a problem and one of the issues could be engine failure <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Check engine lights are there for a reason, and they are most likely to turn on when there\u2019s a problem in your vehicle. If you see the engine check light blinking even when you restart the vehicle, you must not ignore or put off the visit to the mechanic for some other time. You can try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/reset-check-engine-light\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">resetting the check engine light<\/a>, but if there is consistent blinking then most likely it is one of the symptoms of engine failure in cars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>ENGINE IS OVERHEATING<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Overheating of any machine is a sign of a problem, which is why most modern cars are installed with an engine temperature gauge that indicates when the engine is operating at a high temperature.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the needle stays in the middle, the temperature of the engine is ideal. When the needle begins to move towards the hotter range, you must understand that the cooling system of the vehicle is malfunctioning and has to be checked. If you continue driving with an overheated engine, the problem can worsen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides, there could be various <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/overheating-car-engine-signs-reasons\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">causes of engine overheating<\/a> that you should keep track of in order to avoid any inconvenience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>LOW ENGINE OIL LEVEL&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure proper lubrication and smooth working of the engine, the engine oil level must not go down than the pre-set range. However, over time, the engine oil drops down due to various reasons and also could be one of the car engine failure symptoms.  When it does, it means the engine is not getting proper lubrication and friction may increase wear and tear. Therefore, besides keeping a check on the oil engine level,&nbsp; identify causes of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/causes-low-engine-oil-pressure\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">low engine oil pressure in the car<\/a>.&nbsp; Moreover, monitor how soon the vehicle is losing the oil to catch probable leaks before time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>LOSS OF POWER&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When the vehicle fails to reach the top speed of the car or experiences a loss of power while accelerating it is a sign of car engine failure. This can be due to the engine not getting enough fuel and air or because of the fuel filter being clogged. In the case of the vehicle installed with a turbocharger, loss of power can also be due to a problem in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/car-turbochargers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">car turbocharger<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>ENGINE MISFIRING&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Unusual sounds from the engine are an indicator of engine misfiring, stemming from a problem in the engine control units consisting of electrical wires in the vehicle. Engine misfiring can also be due to bigger problems including faulty spark plugs or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/low-engine-compression\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">low engine compression<\/a> in extreme cases.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>OILY SPARK PLUG&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120853\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-E-09-06-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"oily spark plugs is one of the signs of car engine failure \" class=\"wp-image-60299\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120853\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-E-09-06-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120853\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-E-09-06-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120853\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-E-09-06-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120853\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-E-09-06-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120853\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-E-09-06-421x263.jpg 421w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120853\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-E-09-06-558x349.jpg 558w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120853\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-E-09-06-363x227.jpg 363w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120853\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-E-09-06-250x156.jpg 250w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120853\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-E-09-06-368x230.jpg 368w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120853\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-E-09-06-774x484.jpg 774w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120853\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-E-09-06-672x420.jpg 672w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120853\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-E-09-06-437x273.jpg 437w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120853\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-E-09-06-301x188.jpg 301w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120853\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-E-09-06-240x150.jpg 240w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120853\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-E-09-06-771x482.jpg 771w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120853\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-E-09-06-669x418.jpg 669w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/09120853\/X-Warning-Signs-of-Engine-Failure-You-Must-Not-Ignore-E-09-06-435x272.jpg 435w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Get your car checked from a service centre if you come across oily spark plugs<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In cars operating on petrol, the engine oil can reach the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/spark-plugs-in-a-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">spark plugs<\/a> when there is a leak in the oil chamber. If you spot this scenario, get your car checked in the first place before the leaking chamber discharges all the oil and causes friction to worsen the case.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>LOSS OF ENGINE BRAKING&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Engine braking, the practice of releasing the accelerator and clutch, is a healthy exercise for the brake pads that result in prolonging their lifespan. On hilly roads, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/engine-braking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">engine braking<\/a> is used to control the speed during downhill driving. 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It may be designed to work tirelessly, but at the end of the day, a car is a machine that has to be checked for minor or major issues on a regular basis. In case your engine has completely worn out and cannot be fixed, it\u2019s better that you replace your vehicle.&nbsp;If buying a new car is not within your budget, you may opt to <a href=\"https:\/\/uae.dubizzle.com\/motors\/used-cars\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">buy a second-hand car in the UAE<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing the signs of engine failure in cars can help detect the problem before it aggravates and leads to hefty repairs. 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