You hear the term often at Sioux Falls auto repair shops - be sure to come in for a tune-up. It's so common you may not think twice when you hear it. But what exactly is a tune-up? 

Ford Auto Service: What is a Tune-up? 

It may sound like a broad term covering routine preventative maintenance for your vehicle, but a tune-up is a very specific service for your engine. 

A tune-up will get your engine running like it was when the car was new - or at least resemble those early years as much as possible so you can minimize your visits to Sioux Falls auto repair shops

 

We recommend scheduling a tune-up every 60,000 miles. If you visit Sioux Falls Ford Lincoln for a tune-up, our service department will:

  • Replace your spark plugs. This is the heart of the tune-up. Spark plugs provide the spark that ignites the fuel and air mixture within your car's cylinders. When spark plugs become corroded or rusty, your vehicle won't run as smoothly and you might have problems starting it. 
  • Replace your fuel filter if needed. The fuel filter keeps your fuel clean and protects your fuel injector. Both are essential to the longevity of your engine and will keep your used vehicle running smoothly
  • Check over pumps and hoses and the rest of the engine. We'll make sure everything is looking good and will last you for many miles to come.

How do you Know if you Need a Tune-up?

According to motoringabout.com, these are six tell-tale signs you need a tune-up:

  1. Engine has rough idle
  2. Car won't start
  3. Engine misfires
  4. Engine surging
  5. High fuel consumption
  6. Lack of acceleration. 

If you are seeing any of these symptoms, schedule an appointment with our service department and we'll get your car or truck tuned up and ready to go!

 

SCHEDULE A TUNE-UP TODAY

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