Serpentine Belt Service at Tuffy Auto Service Center Elgin in Elgin
June 27, 2017
Don't you hate it when you hear that squeal from under the hood when you're zipping down a busy Elgin road? It usually means there is a problem with the serpentine belt. The serpentine belt powers a lot of engine accessories. It runs the alternator - which charges the battery; the water pump - wh... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Auto Service Center Elgin: Air Conditioning Inspection
June 18, 2017
Most auto manufacturers recommend an interval for an air conditioning system inspection. The inspection uncovers leaks, worn hoses and assesses the condition of the other components.Environmental laws in some around Elgin require leaks to be repaired before refrigerant can be added. Also some par... More
Hitting the Brakes in Elgin
June 11, 2017
Safety should always be an element of your vehicle care. So even if you don't care about how your vehicle looks, you should practice preventive maintenance to protect yourself and other Elgin drivers on the road. And good safety starts with good brakes.Brakes need a regular inspection. There a... More
Maintenance on My Mind
June 4, 2017
Ask any Elgin man or woman if they've taken their vehicle in for preventive maintenance lately, and the answer may well be no. Surveys indicate that over 80% of vehicles on the road today are in need of some kind of repair or maintenance. Now, ask that same person why he hasn't taken his car in f... More
Speak Up: Talking with Your Tuffy Auto Service Center Elgin Service Advisor
June 1, 2017
About 80% of the vehicles on Elgin roads today are behind on their preventive maintenance schedules. That translates to about 160 million vehicles in the United States that aren't performing as well as they could be - thousands right here in Illinois. Some of the maintenance issues are minor. Oth... More