Your spark plugs play an important role in getting your new or used car started and keeping it running. They wear down over time and need to be replaced periodically, though, so you should always be on the lookout for signs that your current spark plugs are nearing the end of their lifespan. You can get your new spark plugs from your CDJR dealer, and your dealer will check the condition of your spark plugs when you visit for service each year.
How Often Do You Need to Get New Spark Plugs?
You should generally replace your spark plugs every 30,000 miles. Because the average driver drives almost 15,000 miles every year, you’ll probably need to replace your spark plugs every two years.
It’s a good idea to visit the dealer for service at least once a year, and doing so makes it easy for you to stick to that schedule of getting new plugs every two years. You also need to get the plugs replaced if yours are showing signs of wearing out, so it’s wise to learn what happens when the plugs need to be replaced.
How Do You Know When It’s Time to Visit our CDJR Dealer to Replace Your Spark Plugs?
You Have Difficulty Starting Your Car
Your engine needs a spark to come from the spark plugs to get the car started. When the spark plugs get old and wear out, they have difficulty creating the spark. This can make it harder to start your engine, and if your spark plugs fail completely, then you won’t be able to start your car at all.
You Stop for Gas A Lot
Decreasing gas mileage is one sign that your spark plugs need to be replaced. Worn-out spark plugs can’t burn up fuel properly, so your engine has to use more fuel to compensate for that. When your car burns through extra gas, it basically burns extra money and time, so it’s definitely a sign that you need to head to the dealer to find out what’s wrong.
You Experience Rough Idling
Your engine should run smoothly, and the car shouldn’t feel rough or be loud when you’re idling. However, if even one spark plug has gone bad, then idling may become noisy and rough. You may notice pinging, knocking, or rattling sounds coming from under the hood instead of the usual gentle purr of the engine.
You Can’t Accelerate Quickly
A car that’s in good condition will accelerate smoothly and swiftly. If your car seems more sluggish than usual, then it means something under the hood isn’t working properly. You could have bad spark plugs that are causing this sluggish acceleration.
Knowing when it’s time to visit the dealer is key to keeping your car running well for many years. When it’s time to replace your spark plugs, visit DCH Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT of Temecula in Temecula, CA.
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