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C.C. Automotive logo C.C. AutomotiveTucson · Since 1981
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3101 N Stone Ave · Tucson, AZ  · Est. 1981

Tune Up Tucson, AZ Run Smooth. Run Strong.

Rough idle, sluggish throttle, worse gas mileage? A modern tune-up is about diagnostics and the right parts — plugs, coils, filters and fuel system — not a checklist of things you may not need.

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Engine Tune-Up

A modern tune-up starts with a scan, not a checklist.

Older cars got points, a cap and a rotor. Today's engines get a diagnostic scan first: we read live data and fault codes, check misfire counts per cylinder, fuel trims and sensor readings, and then replace what's actually worn — spark plugs, ignition coils, air and fuel filters, PCV, and a fuel-system cleaning if the numbers call for it.

The result is an engine that starts easier, idles smoother, pulls harder and gets better mileage — with a written 12-month / 12,000-mile warranty on the work. Gas or diesel, domestic or import, C.C. Automotive has been tuning Tucson engines since 1981.

Spark Plugs & Coils

OE-grade plugs gapped to spec and coils tested under load — the fix for most misfires and rough idles.

Air, Fuel & Cabin Filters

Tucson dust clogs filters fast. Fresh filters restore airflow, fuel delivery and A/C air quality.

Fuel System Service

Injector and throttle-body cleaning when data shows carbon build-up robbing power and mileage.

Full Diagnostic Scan

Live data, misfire counters and fault codes read before and after — so you can see the difference, not just hope for it.

Know The Signs

Signs your engine is due for a tune-up

01

Rough idle or shaking at stops

Usually worn plugs or a weak coil causing a misfire on one cylinder.

02

Hard starting

Plugs, fuel delivery or a dirty throttle body — the scan tells us which.

03

Worse gas mileage

Clogged filters and worn ignition parts quietly cost you at every fill-up.

04

Hesitation or lack of power

Carbon on injectors and intake, or a coil breaking down under load.

05

Check engine light with misfire codes

P0300-series codes are the classic tune-up call — and we confirm before replacing anything.

Why Tucson Trusts Us

Honest work. No surprises. Since 1981.

Our crew tells you straight what your car needs — never an upsell, never a runaround. Just quality parts and repairs done right.

12-Mo / 12K-Mi Warranty

We stand behind every repair — in writing.

Free Shuttle Service

Drop your car off — we'll get you to work or home and back.

All Makes & Models

Domestics, trucks and imports — Chevy, Ford, Dodge, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Lexus and more.

Family Owned

A Tucson family shop that treats your vehicle like our own.

Payment Options

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Yes starts here — simple, flexible payment plans that fit your budget.

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Lease-to-own and flexible plans — a fast path to yes on bigger repairs.

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Subject to approval by each finance partner. We accept cash and all major cards too.

4.8★ · 211 Reviews

Straight talk earns loyal customers.

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They tell you straight what your car needs — no upselling, no runaround, just honest answers.

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30 years in the auto business and this shop finally earned my trust — top quality in every respect.

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Same-day diagnosis and repair, honest pricing — I'd give 100 stars if I could.

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How It Works

Three gears to back on the road.

01

Diagnose

We scan and inspect with the latest tech to find the real problem — fast, no guesswork.

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Straight Talk

We tell you exactly what your car needs and what it costs — before we touch a wrench.

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Fixed Right

Quality parts, careful work, and a 12-mo / 12K-mi warranty in writing. Free shuttle included.

Visit Us

On Stone Ave. Easy in, easy out.

Address3101 N Stone Ave Ste B, Tucson, AZ 85705
HoursMon–Fri · 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Closed weekends
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Common Questions

Tune Up questions, answered straight.

It depends on the engine and what the diagnostic scan shows. Typically spark plugs, ignition coils if weak, air and fuel filters, PCV valve, and a fuel-system cleaning when needed — plus a before-and-after scan so you can see the improvement.

Most modern vehicles call for spark plugs somewhere between 60,000 and 100,000 miles, with filters more often. Your owner's manual has the real interval, and we'll check it for your exact engine.

If the light is caused by misfires or a worn ignition part, yes. If the code points somewhere else — an oxygen sensor, an evap leak, a catalytic converter — we'll tell you before you pay for a tune-up you don't need.

Yes. Diesel service includes fuel filters, air filters, glow plug testing and a full scan of the fuel and emissions systems on Ram, Ford and Chevy diesels.

Most are done the same day. Some engines bury the rear plugs under the intake and take longer — we'll tell you up front, and the free shuttle is available.

Yes — every repair at C.C. Automotive carries a written 12-month / 12,000-mile warranty.