What’s Included in a Nissan Engine Tune-Up?

Car owners should schedule a maintenance session at our Nissan service center in accordance with the intervals outlined in their vehicle user manual. Among the many services include an engine tune-up. What work is done in a tune-up and why is this important for long-term engine performance?

Engine Tune-Up Explained

In an engine tune-up, the technician examines the car engine by running it through a series of tests. Any detected deficiencies are documented and fixed. The goal is to restore the engine’s condition to a level in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines.

This is straightforward; however, a tune-up can include a number of services, and these services have changed a lot in the past decade with the advancements in automotive technology. Services rendered in an engine tune-up may include:

• Nissan oil change or flush
• Inspection of hoses and serpentine belt for looseness and fraying
• Spark plug and ignition system check
• Inspection of the head gasket and manifold for leaks
• Inspection of the coil pack and replacing the coils if necessary
• Throttle body cleaning

Engine Tune-Up Vs Engine Tuning

An engine tune-up should not be mistaken for an engine tuning. The terms are not interchangeable. The latter is the process of making modifications to the engine to enhance performance above its factory settings. This involves alterations to the ignition timing’s performance chips. An engine tuning, though, may include some of the above services from an engine tune-up, as these fixes naturally provide a performance boost.

Schedule an Engine Tune-Up at Sansone Nissan

We recommend that Nissan vehicle owners schedule their next maintenance interval at our dealership. This ensures your vehicle continues to operate at its peak over the summer and ensuing fall. All tune-ups are performed by certified Nissan auto technicians. Make an appointment today!

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