Car Care Tips & Advice

Expert guidance to keep your vehicle running at its best.

Alternator Facts (Failing Alternator)

If you notice that your headlights are flickering at night, that's something to pay attention to. While there could be many different things that could cause that problem, one possibility is your v...

November 05, 2023

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Battery

The Power Behind your Engine (Alternator Diagnosis and Repair)

There's nothing like that sinking feeling when you turn the key and nothing happens in your vehic...

Oct 29, 2023 Read

Tires and Wheels

Wheel Balancing at Tuffy Auto Service Center Elgin

So you love your job, and your family life is great. Congratulations! You have achieved balance. ...

Oct 22, 2023 Read

Cooling System

Your Biggest Fan (Radiator Fan Problems)

Your vehicle's engine makes a lot of heat when it's powering you down the road, so it needs a way...

Oct 15, 2023 Read

Windshield Wipers

Do you have a Clue (Get the Most Out of a Service Visit)

When you head to the doctor, you probably have it in your mind what you're going to say about why...

Oct 08, 2023 Read

PCV Valve

TCB your PCV (PCV Valve Replacement)

Your gasoline engine goes through some exhausting work. Yes, it's truly exhausting, as in: it pr...

Oct 01, 2023 Read

Water Pump

Keeping Your Cool (Water Pump Replacement)

No matter what the temperature is outside, it's important for your vehicle's engine to remain coo...

Sep 24, 2023 Read

Cabin Air Filter

Your Vehicle's Hissy Fit (AC System)

When you hear hissing sounds coming from your vehicle, you might start thinking the worst. One ...

Sep 17, 2023 Read

Cabin Air Filter

I'm Cool With That (AC Exchange)

On a hot day, you want your vehicle's air conditioning to work. When the air blowing out of your...

Sep 10, 2023 Read

Oil Change

An Oil for All Seasons (Engine Oil Selection)

You swap your winter boots for flip-flops in the summer. Why not change your winter engine oil f...

Sep 03, 2023 Read