Mercedes-Benz of Georgetown welcomes you to discover what the what the signs of faulty spark plug wires are.
The most obvious sign of worn spark plugs is your car just feels not quite normal. It may start slowly with something like reduced gas mileage but could progress all the way to a lack of acceleration. Faulty spark plugs or spark plug misfires will also lead to difficulty starting the engine, a rough idle once started, and even low power. What may start as only a minor inconvenience could develop into a safety concern. Whether you are currently having problems or simply want to change your spark plug wires before they happen, let us take a look. Our experienced technicians will investigate your vehicle and let you know the best fix to keep your vehicle on the road.
A spark plug is a component that delivers electricity to ignite the fuel and air mixture in a standard internal combustion engine. Without spark plugs, an engine can’t run or start. To ensure the engine runs at its absolute best, we use the correct spark plug gap. A gapping tool makes an accurate measurement to ensure the correct spark plug gap is available. This is only relevant to gas engines because there is no such thing as diesel engine spark plugs. In place of spark plugs, diesels use glow plugs.
The greatest benefit of new spark plugs is that the car will run smoother, provide better fuel economy, and may even reduce the pollution level of the vehicle. The price to change your spark plugs is very reasonable, as well. While everyone has an opinion on which brand has the best spark plugs, we use the plugs that the manufacturer originally used. So, come on in and replace those fouled plugs and see what you’ve been missing.
How Long Do Plugs Last, well it’s complicated. Like many car parts, there are spark plugs that might only last about a year or spark plugs that may last several years. While it will change depending on your driving behavior, the vehicle will have a model-specific replacement plan for the spark plugs. So, if your car is having symptoms of faulty plugs, bring it to us for a complete inspection. Our experienced automotive technicians will check the coils and plugs for wear or even simple misfires during operation and give you choices to get you back on the road quickly.
Mercedes-Benz of Georgetown is one of the most trusted places for Mercedes-Benz repair in the Georgetown 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 Mercedes-Benz service in person or online today.