Lkq Pull-A-Part (2024)

FAQs

What tools are not allowed in LKQ? ›

For traditional DIY used auto parts customers: Regarding the assistance we do provide - all vehicles on display are elevated for you. We supply an A-Frame and Hoist to assist you in the removal of an engine or a transmission. We also will provide a lift to help you move the engine or transmission to the exit.

The industry term “Like-Kind-Quality” was the starting point for the LKQ brand name back in 1998.

We have multiple locations in every region of North America ensuring your customers receive fast, accurate delivery of their order within 48 hours.

You must present the original receipt dated 90-days or less which shows the purchase of the 90-Day Worry-Free Guarantee, and the auto part must be marked. Be sure your auto parts are marked at the time of purchase. Ask an LKQ Pick Your Part associate for more information.

Wear Appropriate Attire

Ideally, you should also wear a long sleeve shirt, long pants, gloves, and eye protectors.

It could range from a total of $3,000 to $8,000 or even more when you have a mechanic do the work, and even changing the engine on your own will likely cost $2,000 or more using the most frugal options.

You'll need appropriate basic hand tools like spanners, sockets, pliers, screwdrivers and a breaker bar. An impact gun (air or electric) can really make things easier, although there might not be much room to use it in a lot of cases. Also be sure to always use appropriate sockets with your gun.

Engines are run and reach operating temperature before dismantling (when possible) After viability has been confirmed, all fluids are drained. Units are removed from vehicle and separated from the transmission. Compression is checked on all cylinders.

Who owns LKQ? ›

The ownership structure of LKQ (LKQ) stock is a mix of institutional, retail and individual investors. Approximately 83.28% of the company's stock is owned by Institutional Investors, 11.20% is owned by Insiders and 5.52% is owned by Public Companies and Individual Investors.

We offer our customers a broad range of replacement discount auto parts including remanufactured engines and transmissions, components, equipment, as well as OE aftermarket parts to repair and accessorize consumer automobiles and trucks, heavy truck, recreational and performance vehicles.

We also offer online financing and FREE shipping on millions of parts! We believe good customer relationships start with us, so we work hard to put your order in your hands quickly and hassle-free.

Shipped complete, clean, prepped for installation with engine block, engine cylinder heads, valve covers, oil pan, intake manifold, timing cover(s) and all internal parts (crankshaft, camshaft, pistons, etc.). Regulations, preventing reuse of untested units.

Your used engine purchase is backed by our free standard warranty, and you can purchase an extended warranty if you'd like. LKQ Online will arrange for freight shipping to your location or installer. Easy 30-Day Returns.

Power tools and all other tools greater than 7 inches must be packed in your checked baggage.

From engines to axles and everything in between, used auto parts are exactly the same as the parts that are on your car now. Choose quality parts from LKQ such as engines, transmissions, tail lights, doors, mirrors, headlamps, wheels, body parts and all types of mechanical parts.

Aftermarket parts are manufactured by a different company other than the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of your vehicle. These parts are made to “resemble OEM standards” and are often less expensive than OEM parts. LKQ stands for “Like Kind in Quality”.

LKQ is the largest auto recycler in the country. Last year we recyled over 800,000 vehicles. We resell all the salavagable parts and the remaining material is sold to scrap metal processors. The catalytic converters we remove are sold seperately to smelter processors so that they can be properly recycled.