The words "tune-up"
really only applies only to older vehicles on which you can perform the
traditional service, such as spark plug replacement, ignition contact
point replacement, dwell adjustment, ignition timing adjustment,
carburetor idle, and mixture adjustment. The term “engine performance
maintenance” is a more accurate term for most of today's cars. All
modern vehicles are equipped with an electronic ignition and at least
one on-board computer that automatically adjust items like the ignition
timing, fuel mixture and idle speed. In fact, it's impossible to adjust
these components yourself.
Simply stated, a car tune up
is an orderly process of inspection, diagnosis, testing, and adjustment
that is periodically necessary to maintain peak engine performance or
restore the engine to original operating efficiency.
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On an electronic ignition system, the basic tune-up procedures are as follows:
- Remove spark plugs
- Test compression in each cylinder.
- Clean and/or replace spark plugs and gap spark plugs to manufacturer’s specifications and install in engine.
- If applicable, check the distributor cap and rotor for cracks and wear. Replace if necessary.
- Use tachometer to set idle speed to specifications (if adjustable).
- Use timing light to set initial timing (most electronic ignition systems do not require adjustments).
The car tune-up is a good opportunity to
perform a general preventive maintenance check on everything in the
engine compartment, as well as to look for failed, or about to fail,
components such as loose or damaged wiring, leaking fuel lines, cracked
coolant hoses, and frayed belts.
Rum River Automotive wants to say
“THANK YOU” for allowing us to service your vehicles for 15 outstanding
years! We are inviting you to help us celebrate 15 years in the car
repair business. Visit our auto center for special discounts during the
week of August 20-24, 2012. We are offering discount specials on car
repair and tires. Join us for a BBQ on Friday, August 24 (11 a.m. – 2
p.m.). Stop in and register for drawings for a $500 Rum River
Automotive gift card, a free year of oil changes, a free airplane ride,
and a custom set of corn hole boards!
Need a car tune up? Contact the ASE-Certified Technicians at Rum River Automotive by calling (763) 389-3811, or go on-line at http://www.rumriverauto.com/ for more information about performance maintenance. Since 1997, our auto repair shop has served vehicle owners in Princeton, MN, and in the surrounding areas of Milaca and Zimmerman, MN.
