Tune-Up Service: Ignition System and Spark Plugs
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Tune-Up Service: Ignition System and Spark Plugs
When your vehicle receives a proper tune-up service, the ignition system, fuel system, emission system, and computer system all work together in perfect harmony. This ensures peak combustion chamber efficiency, enhancing performance, saving you money at the gas pump, and minimizing harmful emissions. Regular tune-up service helps maintain your vehicle’s reliability and keeps all engine components operating at their best.
Ignition System
The ignition system is responsible for producing and transferring spark energy to the combustion chamber at precisely the right time. A professional tune-up service ensures that each component functions correctly to avoid misfires and performance issues.
Spark Plugs
Spark plugs are installed in the cylinder head and deliver spark current to the combustion chamber.
Symptoms of malfunctioning sparkplugs include:
- Hard starting
- Lack of power
- Misfiring or backfiring
- High emissions
- Reduced fuel economy
Ignition Coils
Produce high voltage spark energy sufficient to properly ignite the air/fuel mixture inside the combustion chamber. The On-Board computer or ignition module typically controls ignition coils.
Symptoms of malfunctioning ignition coils include:
- No start
- Hard starting
- Misfire under a load
- High emissions
Distributer Cap and Rotor
The distributor cap is the connection point for all sparkplug wires. Distributor type ignitions systems (DI) also have a distributor rotor. The rotor spins inside the cap distributing the spark current to each sparkplug wire. Electronic Ignition (EI) systems do not have distributors, but instead have multiple ignition coils.
Symptoms of a malfunctioning distributor:
- Hard or no-start conditions
- Misfiring or backfiring
- Poor acceleration
- Stalling
Ignition Wires
Provides a conductive path for the spark current from the distributor cap or coil to the spark plugs. Contain the spark energy.
Symptoms of malfunctioning ignition wires include:
- Hard starting
- Misfiring or backfiring
- Misfire under a load
- High emissions
Benefits of a Properly Maintained Ignition System
- Quick starting
- Increased performance
- Increased fuel economy
- Lower emissions
- Cure specific driveability concern (requires diagnosis, see manager for details)
- Conserves spark energy for the combustion chamber
- Regulates spark energy
What does a Precision Tune Auto Care Tune Up include?
A complete tune-up service includes:
- Tune-up verification
- Replacement of spark plugs
- Analysis of emission levels
- Timing/idle speed adjustment (if adjustable)
- Complete maintenance inspection
All parts installed during your tune-up service are guaranteed to meet or exceed manufacturer standards, and we can return all of your old parts to you if desired. This tune-up service is recommended based on manufacturer guidelines, or as needed according to our inspection and industry standards.
Schedule Your Tune-Up Today!
Discover the full range of services offered at Precision Tune Auto Care by contacting our team today. Whether your vehicle needs a tune-up service or more extensive repairs, we’re here to keep it running at peak performance. Scheduling an appointment is simple, and our experienced staff will guide you through every step to ensure a smooth process. Contact us or call 1.800.GET.TUNE now to book your tune-up service and take the first step toward a safer, more reliable, and efficient driving experience.
