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Tune-Up
& Basic Maintenance Repair |
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Tune-up
is an old-fashioned maintenance term that's nearly non-existent
today. With electronic ignition and fuel injection came the
oxygen
sensor and computers that took over control of engine settings.
Early versions allowed for some adjusting, but today's engines
require professional grade equipment and training. You can replace
normal maintenance parts and still see improved engine performance.
Here are common maintenance parts you can replace to dramatically
increase performance and lessen the risk major problems, such
as premature catalytic
converter failure. |
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Ignition
Parts |
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All
spark plugs should be removed and checked every 30,000 miles
and be changed at 60,000 miles. This prevents the plugs from
seizing in the block, causing more expensive repairs in the
future. Always note which plug came from which cylinder. This
tells you if a particular cylinder has a problem. The distributor
cap and the rotor usually, deteriorate with age and use. Cracks
may develop, allowing moisture in. The metal contacts on both
can then corrode, causing misfiring. These parts should be replaced
at recommended time periods or if showing any excessive wear.
Spark plug wires should be inspected for cracks and brittle
coverings. These are not replaced as often as in the old days
because of the improved materials being used in the wire itself. |
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Engine,
Fuel , & Air Filters |
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Many
experts believe that changing filters on a regular basis may
have more to do with your car's long life than any other single
factor. Oil filters are easy to replace and help prevent unnecessary
engine wear. The job of the oil filter is to remove soot, rust
particles and other solid contaminants from the oil. Oil filters
should be replaced with engine oil every 3,000 miles. Air filters
remove dirt by trapping particles as air passes through the
filter media. They also protect the carburetor in older cars,
preventing dirt from clogging the air bleeds and metering jets.
They protect fuel injectors in later-model autos. Air filters
should be replaced every 20,000 miles but more often if you
live or drive in dusty areas. Any filter that looks heavily
loaded should be replaced regardless of the number of miles.
The PCV breather filter assures only clean, filtered air is
drawn in through the air cleaner. A clogged breather filter
prevents the PCV from siphoning away the blowby gases and moisture
created by engine combustion, resulting in oil breakdown and
sludge buildup. The PCV breather filter should be replaced every
30,000 miles. Fuel Filter eliminates contaminants that can get
into your fuel system and can clog the injector inlet screens.
In older cars, dirt can plug the carburetor's fuel metering
orifices. If the fuel filter is not replaced regularly, fuel
flow to the engine will become restricted, resulting in stalling,
loss of high speed power and hard starting. The fuel filter
should be replaced every 30,000 miles or whenever other fuel
system parts are replaced. Automatic Transmission Filter will
make sure that transmission fluid transmits energy and cools
& lubricates the moving parts of the transmission. A clogged
transmission filter can produce transmission slippage, engagement
problems and hesitation. Experts recommend this filter be changed
every 12,000-15,000 miles. |
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