Tuffy Auto Service Center Elgin Advice on What to Pour into Your Vehicle
January 23, 2022
Changes in vehicle design and manufacture have resulted in changed fluid requirements for our vehicles. With the sophistication of engines, transmissions, differentials, etc., it's best for Elgin residents to always use the proper type of fluid for their vehicle. Using incorrect fluids can actua... More
Change Your Wiper Blades Twice Yearly at Tuffy Auto Service Center Elgin
January 16, 2022
Because 90% of our driving decisions are based on visual information, unobscured vision is paramount. Which brings us to the topic of today's Tuffy Auto Service Center Elgin article: wiper blades. While this isn't the most exciting automotive subject, it's important. You wouldn't drive at night i... More
Got it Covered! (Timing Cover Maintenance)
January 9, 2022
You may have heard at one time or another about something called a timing belt or timing chain in your engine. And you may know that if they fail well, let's just way that there can be some major engine damage. So obviously, we want our timing belts and chains to be in tip-top shape. One part t... More
Getting New Tires in Elgin?
January 2, 2022
There are so many tire choices in the Elgin area that selecting the right one can be a bit overwhelming for drivers. And even though it's kind of fun to have new tires on your vehicle, they're a significant investment for most Elgin area folks so you want do it right.Tip: talk with your friendly ... More
A Squirrely Problem (Animals Nesting in Engine)
January 1, 2022
If you park your vehicle outside, you are exposing it to all sorts of critters that would love to use it for nesting, food storage and shelter. There are plenty of pictures online of people who've discovered there was more than an engine under the hood. In one case, the driver of an SUV started... More
Time for a Brake (Brake Pad Replacement)
December 26, 2021
Stop! It's one of those things your vehicle has to do consistently and reliably. That's why brake maintenance is vitally important, worthwhile for you to make sure stays up to date. A brake system has many components. If your vehicle has disc brakes, they have pads that make contact with the rot... More
Cool Running (Water Pump)
December 19, 2021
Your vehicle is like you in a way. When it gets hot, it needs to be cooled down. And one of the key parts to keeping it cool is the water pump. Now, that's a bit of a misnomer. It IS a pump, but it's pumping coolant, not pure water. Cooling off your engine is vital since it builds up heat whe... More
Prepare Your Windshield for Winter (Wiper Blades and Fluid for Freezing Temperatures)
December 12, 2021
Winter and freezing temperatures present challenges for different parts of your vehicles. For example, winter tires give you better traction on snow. But some parts of your vehicle that may need special attention for winter are your windshield wipers. You may have found yourself in the middle o... More
Hey Elgin Drivers; What Is the Most Distracting Food?
December 5, 2021
So what is the most distracting food to have in the car while driving around Elgin?Is it: A Hamburger; Coffee; A Soft Drink, or Gummy Bears? Well, you may be surprised to learn that all but the gummy bears are in the top ten most distracting foods when you are driving. But if you chose 'coffee,... More
A Honking Big Jam (Stuck Horn)
November 28, 2021
At one time or another, most drivers honk their horn at someone who might be texting at a stoplight or not paying attention when they're driving. But what happens when you tap on your horn and all of a sudden it won't quit? Everyone's looking at you like you're an angry jerk and all you want to ... More