What’s the Difference Between Scheduled Maintenance and a Tune-Up?

People still talk about “getting a tune-up,” but today’s cars are a little different.
Old-fashioned tune-ups used to mean replacing spark plugs, points, and distributor caps to keep the engine running smoothly. Modern vehicles, however, have computer-controlled ignition and fuel systems that adjust themselves — so those old tune-up parts don’t even exist anymore.

Instead, manufacturer-recommended maintenance covers the services your car actually needs to stay in top shape: oil and filter changes, fluid checks, spark plugs (when due), belts, brakes, and more — all at specific mileage intervals for your make and model.

At Central Park Auto, we follow those factory guidelines, so your vehicle gets exactly what it needs — nothing more, nothing less.