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Group 1 Volkswagen Hub City welcomes you to discover what the what the symptoms of faulty spark plug wires are.
Perhaps the most obvious symptom of worn spark plugs is that your vehicle just feels not quite normal. It might just start slowly with something as simple as lower gas mileage but could end up with no acceleration. Faulty spark plug wires or spark plug misfires can also lead to issues starting the engine, a rough idle, and low power. What starts as just a minor annoyance could become a safety concern if not fixed in a timely manner. Whether you are already experiencing issues or simply want to replace them before they happen, let us take a look. Our technicians will check out your car and update you with the best course of action to keep your car on the road.
The spark plug is a component that delivers electricity to ignite the fuel and air mixture in the normal gasoline engine. An engine cannot run or start without spark plugs. To ensure the engine performs its best, we use the correct spark plug gap. A gapping tool is used to make an exact measurement (between .020 and .040 of an inch) to ensure the spark plug gap is correct. This is only applicable on gas engines because diesel engines don’t use spark plugs. Diesel engines use glow plugs instead of spark plugs.
The biggest benefit of changing the spark plugs is that the engine will probably run more efficiently, provide better fuel economy, and could reduce the pollution from your vehicle. The cost to replace your spark plugs is very reasonable, as well. While some people have an opinion on which ones are the best spark plugs, we use the plugs that the manufacturer originally used. So, bring your vehicle in and swap those faulty spark plugs and see what you have been missing.
How Long Do Plugs Last, well it’s complex. Like many vehicle components, there are spark plugs that might last a year or plugs that may remain functional for several years. While it will change depending on your driving habits, your car will have a specific replacement schedule for the plugs. So, if your car is showing symptoms of bad plugs, you can bring it to us for a complete inspection. Our qualified automotive technicians will check the plugs, wires, and coils for damage or even simple misfires during normal operation and give you choices to get you back on the road ASAP.
Group 1 Volkswagen Hub City is one of the most trusted places for Volkswagen repair in the Lubbock area. We happily service all vehicle makes and models. One of our factory-trained technicians will inspect your vehicle for any necessary repairs and suggest the best resolution for you and your vehicle. Schedule your Volkswagen service in person or online today.
