Group 1 Ford of Southwest Houston welcomes you to discover what the indicators of faulty spark plug wires are.
The most apparent sign of bad spark plug wires is your vehicle just feels ‘off.’ It may start slowly with lower fuel economy but could progress all the way to no acceleration. Fouled spark plug wires or spark plug misfires can also cause problems starting your engine, a rough idle once started, and even a loss of power. What starts as just a minor inconvenience could end up being a safety concern. Regardless if you are currently experiencing problems or just want to replace them before the issues start, let us take a look. Our highly-trained technicians will investigate your car and provide you with options for the best outcome to keep you on the road.
A spark plug is a component of the standard gasoline engine that delivers a spark of electricity to ignite the fuel. A gasoline engine can’t start or run without spark plugs. To ensure the engine performs at its best, we use the specified spark plug gap. A gapping tool is used to make a precise measurement (usually between .020 and .040 of an inch) to ensure the correct spark plug gap is available. This is only applicable on gas engines because diesel engines don’t use spark plugs. Instead of spark plugs, diesel engines have a separate system with glow plugs.
The greatest benefit of new spark plugs is that the engine should run better, provide you with improved fuel efficiency, and could even reduce the pollution level of your car. It’s a reasonable cost to change your spark plugs, too. While some people have a view on the best spark plugs, we have the spark plugs that the manufacturer used. So, come on in and change out those fouled plugs and see how much you’ve been missing.
How Long Do Plugs Last, well it’s complicated. Like many consumer products, there will be plugs that may only last a year or plugs that may last several years. While it depends on your driving habits, your car will have a unique replacement plan for the plugs. So, if your car is showing symptoms of fouled plugs, bring it to us for a thorough examination. Our qualified techs will check the coils and plugs for damage and get you out on the road quickly.
Group 1 Ford of Southwest Houston is one of the most trusted places for Ford repair in the Houston 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 Ford service in person or online today.
