Tune Up

Although most do keep up with oil changes, and perform the occasional wash and wax, one of the most important things to keep a car running smoothly and for a long time is often forgotten. That element, of course, is the “tune up”. A tune up typically involves a full fluid flush of your vehicle, checking all of the belts, a look at the battery, a new air filter, and maybe some other odds and ends depending on where you take the car or if you plan to do it yourself.

A tune up generally includes replacement of several parts on your car. These parts may seem superficial, but failing to replace them regularly can cause decreased performance in your car, and may even lead to other problems. For example, an air filter should be replaced at least once a year; failing to replace it when it’s dirty will cause your engine to get less and less of the air it needs to run properly. If the problem is left unattended, the air-fuel mixture will continue to run richer and richer —- meaning that there will be too much fuel and not enough air in the mixture —- and eventually cause other parts to fail.

As you can see, a regular tune up is important to your car’s performance. A tune up should involve replacing the air filter, replacing or cleaning the spark plugs, and replacing the distributor cap and rotor. A tune up can also include replacement of the spark plug wires, fuel filter, PCV valve, and oxygen sensor.

Maintenance that is not included in the basic tune up may also be required, so a yearly tune up provides a good opportunity to check the car’s systems, such as the brakes and clutch; all fluid and oil levels; and the operation of any other systems that are not used or checked regularly. If the tune up is performed in spring or early summer, the air conditioning system should be checked as well, as it likely will not have been used for many months.

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