What to Expect With a Tune Ups Service
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I get a tune-up?
Recommended intervals vary by vehicle, but many modern cars benefit from a tune-up roughly every 30,000 miles or as outlined in the owner’s manual. We review your mileage, service history, and driving habits, then suggest a schedule that fits your specific situation.
Is it safe to drive with a loud muffler?
A loud muffler is often a sign of damage or a leak, so it is best to have it checked soon. Noise itself may be a nuisance, but a damaged exhaust can also allow fumes to escape where they should not. Our team can inspect it and explain what is safest.
What happens when I bring my car in?
We start by discussing your concerns, then our technicians inspect your vehicle and perform any agreed-upon maintenance. After the inspection, we review our findings with you in clear language and provide an estimate before moving forward. You decide what work to approve, and we keep you updated along the way.
Will you tell me what can wait?
Yes, we make a point of explaining which items are urgent and which can be scheduled for later. Our team prioritizes safety first, then helps you plan remaining maintenance around your budget. We believe honest, neighborly guidance builds the kind of trust drivers deserve.
Do your repairs come with a warranty?
Our repairs are backed by a strong warranty that reflects the confidence we place in our workmanship and parts. Specific terms can vary by service, and we review them with you before work begins. This gives you added peace of mind long after you leave our shop.
If you are ready to schedule maintenance, an automotive tune-up, or muffler repair at a shop that values integrity and clear communication, our team is here to help. We work to make every visit convenient, informative, and focused on your safety.
To schedule service or ask a question, call our friendly team at (512) 605-1724 or contact us online.
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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.
Have more Questions?
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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.