Detroit Diesel Engine Repair in West Palm Beach, FL
Models We Service
Engine Types
Detroit Diesel engines power the majority of Freightliner and Western Star trucks on the road. Albert’s Road Service is your mobile Detroit Diesel specialist in South Florida — we diagnose and repair DD-series and legacy Series 60 engines right where your truck sits.
Detroit Diesel Engines We Service
DD15 (Most Common Class 8 Engine)
The DD15 is the workhorse of the Freightliner Cascadia fleet:
- Aftertreatment system repair (DPF, DOC, SCR, 7th injector)
- Turbo compound unit and asymmetric turbo diagnostics
- ACRS (Amplified Common Rail System) fuel injector service
- EGR cooler and valve replacement
- Oil separator and crankcase ventilation
- Overhead adjustment (every 500,000 miles recommended)
- Coolant and oil leak diagnosis
- No-start, low power, and excessive smoke diagnostics
DD13 (Medium/Regional Haul)
Found in Cascadia day cabs and regional haulers:
- Common rail fuel system diagnostics
- Aftertreatment and regen issues
- Turbocharger and wastegate service
- Coolant system leaks and water pump failures
- Starting and charging system repair
DD16 (Heavy Haul & Vocational)
The big-bore option for heavy and specialized applications:
- High-output fuel system service
- Turbo compound system repair
- Performance diagnostics and derate resolution
- Cooling system service for high-load applications
Series 60 (Legacy Fleet Support)
Still running strong in thousands of trucks across Florida:
- Jake brake (engine brake) adjustment and repair
- Fuel injector diagnostics and replacement
- Unit pump fuel system service
- Turbo wastegate and boost control
- Oil and coolant leak repair
- DDEC IV/V ECM diagnostics
Common Detroit Diesel Problems We Fix
Aftertreatment system derates — The DD15 aftertreatment system is complex. Failed NOx sensors, plugged DPF filters, bad DEF dosing valves, and 7th injector failures all trigger derates. We pinpoint the exact component — not just reset the codes.
Turbo compound failures — The DD15 and DD16 use a unique turbo compound unit that recovers exhaust energy. When the compound turbine or coupling fails, you lose power and fuel economy. This is a DD-specific repair that many shops misdiagnose.
ACRS injector issues — The Amplified Common Rail System on DD15/DD16 operates at extreme pressures. Injector failures cause rough running, white smoke, and fuel dilution in the oil. We can identify the bad injector on-site.
EGR cooler leaks — Internal cooler failure pushes coolant into the exhaust side. Signs include white smoke at startup, coolant loss, and a sweet smell from the exhaust. Catching this early prevents engine damage.
Oil separator failures — The DD-series oil separator (crankcase ventilation system) is a known wear item. A failed separator causes oil consumption, turbo seal damage, and blue/white smoke. We keep these in stock.
Our Detroit Diesel Diagnostic Tools
We run DDDL (Detroit Diesel Diagnostic Link) software for:
- Complete fault code analysis with snapshot data
- Aftertreatment system component testing
- Injector cut-out tests and cylinder balance
- Forced DPF regeneration and ash service resets
- ECM parameter programming
- Trip data and fuel economy analysis
- DT12 automated transmission diagnostics
Trucks with Detroit Diesel Power
- Freightliner — Cascadia, 122SD, 114SD, Coronado (DD13, DD15, DD16)
- Western Star — 4700, 4900, 5700XE (DD13, DD15, DD16)
- Thomas Built Buses — Saf-T-Liner (DD5, DD8)
- Legacy trucks — Thousands of Series 60 powered rigs still running
Detroit Diesel engine problem? Call 561-475-8052 — Albert’s Road Service responds 24/7 with factory diagnostic software.