What Is A Tune-Up?

by | Aug 1996 | General, Import Service

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In today’s world of electronic ignition and computer controlled fuel delivery systems, the idea of a tune-up may seem outdated. In the past, a tune-up included changing spark plugs and filters, as well as making basic engine adjustments such as timing, idle mixture, and idle speed. However, spark plugs last longer than ever before and recent advancements in engine management systems have made most of these basic adjustments unnecessary. So are tune-ups a thing of the past?






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