1. Schedule Your Appointment
Whether scheduling online or over the phone be sure and let us know what you're experiencing so we can provide fast and accurate service advice.
2. Diagnostics and Inspections
Drop off your vehicle and the shop will get to work with inspections and diagnostics using the same equipment as the manufacturers to determine issues and next steps.
3. Digital Vehicle Inspection Report and Estimate
Following the diagnosis we will text you a digital vehicle inspection report, containing pictures and videos of our findings and recommendations.
4. Review and Approval
A service advisor will reach out to walk you through the findings and recommendations to determine how you would like to proceed, or you can approve work directly in your DVI.
5. Work Performed or Scheduled
Most work can be completed immediately, or scheduled based on parts and customer availability.
The Nice Difference Warranty
Qualifying tune-up repairs at Christian Brothers Automotive Interquest are backed by the Nice Difference Warranty: 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs last. That coverage travels with you, whether you’re commuting around Colorado Springs or driving out of state. It’s our ASE-certified technicians and manufacturer-quality parts standing behind the work they do.
What a Tune-Up Service Covers
A tune up isn’t one-size-fits-all. Modern vehicles with electronic ignition and fuel injection have different service needs than older engines, and intervals vary by make, model, and driving conditions. That’s why our process starts with the Digital Vehicle Inspection. Before any work is approved, our technicians document findings with photos and walk you through what they found.
Common tune-up service components include spark plug inspection and replacement, ignition system checks, air and fuel filter replacement, fuel system inspection, and fluid checks. Service tasks are based on your vehicle’s manufacturer’s maintenance schedule and the actual condition of components found during inspection. Nothing proceeds without your approval.
- Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement: Worn plugs affect combustion efficiency and can cause rough running or misfires.
- Ignition System Checks: Verifies ignition components are functioning within manufacturer specifications.
- Air and Fuel Filter Replacement: Restricted filters affect engine airflow and fuel delivery.
- Fuel System Inspection: Reviews fuel delivery components as part of a thorough engine assessment.
- Fluid Checks: Confirms fluid levels and condition across key systems.
Manufacturer recommendations for tune-up intervals vary widely depending on vehicle type and driving conditions. Your owner’s manual is the authoritative source, and our team can help you interpret it. Complimentary shuttle service is available throughout your visit.
Signs Your Vehicle May Need a Tune-Up
Some warning signs are easy to recognize. Others build gradually until they become a more expensive problem. Common indicators that a tune up may be due include a rough or unstable idle, hesitation when accelerating, difficulty starting, reduced fuel economy over time, an exhaust smell that wasn’t there before, or a check engine light related to misfires or fuel system issues.
Worn spark plugs are a frequent culprit. Left unaddressed, ignition issues can stress other components and lead to repairs that cost far more than the original maintenance would have.
High-Altitude Driving and Engine Wear in the Pikes Peak Region
Colorado Springs sits above 6,000 feet, and the surrounding terrain pushes that higher. Engines work harder at altitude to produce power, which can accelerate wear on ignition and fuel system components over time. Seasonal temperature swings along the Front Range, mountain grades, and variable road surfaces add to the equation. Vehicles here often benefit from close attention to the manufacturer’s recommended intervals, and our technicians can help you factor in how you actually drive.
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FAQs
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Q. "What is the difference between a tune-up and scheduled maintenance services?"For the most part, a tune-up should be a part of your regular scheduled maintenance services. Scheduled maintenance is aimed at taking preventative measures including all services in a tune-up.
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Q. "What is included in a tune-up?"Our tune-ups include a complete analysis of the components that help your car run including Spark plugs, Brakes, Oil and other fluids, Lights, Tires, Filters, and Emissions.
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Q. "Why are tune-ups important?"Tune-ups help prevent much larger repairs in the long run, in addition to keeping your vehicle's performance strong.
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Q. "What is a Digital Vehicle Inspection?"With a complimentary Digital Vehicle Inspection (DVI) on every visit, you’ll see firsthand photos of your vehicle from under the hood. We’ll let you know if everything is functioning properly or if there are any areas of concern. You can even approve or deny our service recommendations, all straight from your smartphone, or you can, of course, give us a call and we’ll explain our findings in further detail.
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Q. "Do you offer a warranty?"As part of our Nice difference.® commitment to providing our customers the best auto service experience possible, we also offer a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty on all the work that we do. We offer this warranty at every Christian Brothers Automotive nationwide, and it will be honored at any location, regardless of which branch did the initial work.
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Q. "Do you offer a shuttle service?"Yes! we understand you have a full schedule. Whether you need to get to work, school, or need to attend to other responsibilities, we can take you where you need to go. Click here to learn more.
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Hear What Our Customers Had to Say About Us
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"I liked the customer service and going above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable while waiting in the store for my vehicle work to be done, specifically being offered a nice hot coffee with creamer."
- J.L.