Engine Tune-Up Service

Engine Tune-Up Service at Stanley Ford Gilmer

As the years go by, your vehicle might run into quite a few problems. Engines are built to last for a very long time, but that doesn’t mean that they’ll last forever without the proper care. When you find that your fuel efficiency or your power is dropping, you may want to schedule an engine tune-up. When you’re driving through Gilmer, Tyler, or Longview, you can easily head to Stanley Ford Gilmer, where our mechanics can make sure that your engine has everything it could possibly need. 

Time for Service

While it’s easy to keep track of some services like your tire rotations and oil changes, you might have trouble knowing when it’s time to service the hard-to-see parts of your engine like your spark plugs. When you’re trying to gauge the general health of your engine, you’ll want to watch for signs like:

• Your Vehicle Is Having Trouble Starting 
• Your Engine Has a Rough Idle
• Your Engine Begins to Misfire
• You Begin to Notice Knocking Noises
• Your Vehicle Struggles to Accelerate 
• You Notice Decreased Efficiency and Mileage
• Your Indicator Lights Are on Display
• You Feel Like Your Model Will Stall

If you’re experiencing symptoms like this, it’s probably time to bring your vehicle in for a quick tune-up. This will make sure that your vehicle is powerful, efficient, and most importantly, safe to drive. While some of these symptoms like your indicator lights may seem unimportant, you’ll want to schedule service as soon as possible when you hear knocking sounds or you sense stalling, as your engine may be on its last leg. 

Restoring Efficiency and Power

Once you arrive at Stanley Ford Gilmer, our mechanics will be able to give your engine a thorough inspection. As they move from one system to the next, they’ll make sure to replace any parts that are damaged so that your efficiency is restored. Other systems will receive a deep cleaning so that you don’t have to worry about contaminants like dirt and grime.

• Your Ignition Timing: Your ignition timing refers to when the mixture of air and gas is ignited in your engine. By making sure that it’s igniting at the proper time, you won’t have to worry about decreased performance. 
• New Replacements: The parts in your engine won’t last forever, which is why our mechanics will replace them as needed. This includes your Fuel Filter, Spark Plugs, Coil Boots, Wires, PCV Valve, Engine Air Filter, Fuel Filter, and your Distributor Cap and Rotor.
• A Thorough Cleaning: Your engine gets dirty over time, which is why our team will clean both your Throttle Body and your Fuel System, which should remove any contaminants. 

Handling Maintenance 

When your engine is being worked on, you might want to consider getting some of your other routine maintenance out of the way, especially since you’re already at the dealership. Some services you might want to consider include:

• Brake Service: Your brakes are the most important safety feature afforded to your vehicle, so it pays to take proper care of them. With a visit, we can make sure that they’re up to standard. 
• Alternator Service: Your battery wouldn’t have any charge without your alternator, which is why it’s important to make sure that it’s properly maintained. 
• Belts and Hoses Service: Your vehicle has all kinds of belts and hoses running through it, and when they stop working, you’ll immediately run into bigger problems.