EP 0284Daily Life
Tune Up
Welcome to Al’s Garage. What seems to be the problem?
No problem at all! I am taking a long road trip and I want to make sure my car is in good mechanical condition.
Very wise decision. When was the last time you had a tune up?
Not that long ago, I think it was four months ago.
We usually recommend that you bring your car in every five thousand kilometers.
Why? I mean, what exactly do you do to a car that you need to check it so often?
First of all, we change the motor oil and oil filter. If you don’t do this, it can cause your engine to wear faster and that means you would probably have to change the pistons and intake valves.
I see. What else?
We also check your spark plugs, fuel filter, and other oil levels such as hydraulic fluid. We also check the clutch and brakes to determine when you will need new ones.
Ok, well, when you put it that way, it doesn’t seem like a waste of time and money.
Trust me, regular tune ups will keep your car running smoothly and avoid break downs.
核心词汇
road tripP
long trip by car
pistonN
a part of an engine that moves up and down inside
spark plugN
a device in the engine which produces electric spa
break downN
stop working
engineN
the device which helps cars getting running
clutchN
pedal that you press before you change gear
brakeN
a device that slows down or stops something
regularA
ordinary
smoothlyR
without problems or difficulties
拓展词汇
brake padsN
part of the disk brake, brake pads are squeezed together to help the car brake
antifreezeN
a chemical compound used in internal combustion engines, helps to regulate the temperature of the engine
ABS; antilock braking systemN
prevents the wheels of the car from locking up while braking
mileageN
the number of miles traveled over a period of time