Costs Included In A Car Tune Up

When it comes time for a car tune up service, it is possible to get an estimate from your auto mechanic? It can be a little tricky because the definition of "tune up" can vary from shop to shop. If you are getting quotes for a car tune up for several different auto shop, make sure you are comparing apples to apples.

Be sure to ask these questions and be sure you are comfortable with the answers:

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#1 – What parts are included in the "tune up package?"

The quote from an auto shop that includes the price of a fuel filter, spark plugs, air filter, PCV filter, and distributor ignition rotor will be considerably higher than another shop that may only replace spark plugs as their "tune up" service.

#2 – Is labor included in the quote?

Does the quote only include parts and supplies, or is labor included in the estimate? A local independent shop could be using one guide to estimate labor and parts, and a dealer using brand-name parts will be using a different guide. A dealer versus an independent auto shop may also classify a car tune up differently, or recommend different replacement schedules for specific parts.

#3 – Does your car really need a tune up?

A car that runs poorly doesn't necessarily need a tune up to fix the problem. For example, new cars are full of computers and sensors that can cause it to act strangely. Before doling out the money for what could be an unnecessary tune up, ask your mechanic to run a diagnostic test to determine a potential problem before handing over the money for what could be an unnecessary tune up. Make certain that your vehicle actually needs a tune up.

It is tune up time? Contact our ASE Certified Technicians at Price's Precision auto shop today by calling (406) 248-2838, or go on-line to www.pricesprecisionauto.com for more information. Our Tech-Net professional auto repair shop in Billings, MT, also serves vehicle owners in the areas of Shepherd, MT and Laurel, MT.