Tune Ups in Kemah

A tune up on a modern car means replacing the parts that wear out on a schedule, mainly spark plugs and filters, and checking the systems that keep the engine running right. Older cars needed regular adjustments. Today's engines are computer controlled, so a tune up is more about replacing worn parts and catching problems early.

Signs your engine is due

• It's slow to start or takes a few tries.
• Rough or shaky idle.
• Hesitation or stumbling when you accelerate.
• Worse gas mileage than usual.
• The check engine light is on or flashing.

What a tune up can include

Depending on your engine and mileage:

• Spark plugs
• A check of the ignition coils and plug wires or boots
• Engine air filter
• Fuel filter, on vehicles that have a serviceable one
• A scan for stored codes
• Throttle body cleaning, if it's dirty

How we handle it

If the engine isn't running right, we start by finding out why. A rough idle can come from worn plugs, but also from a bad coil or a vacuum leak. Then you get photos and videos of what we found and a clear estimate. Nothing gets done until you approve it.