Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Oswego: Air Conditioning Inspection
August 29, 2021
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 Oswego require leaks to be repaired before refrigerant can be added. Also some pa... More
Got it Covered! (Timing Cover Maintenance)
August 22, 2021
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
Vive la Differential at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Oswego in Oswego
August 15, 2021
There are a lot of drivers in Oswego who are due for a differential service, but had never heard of a differential before. With front-wheel drive being so common in Illinois these days, the differential is just taken care of during a transmission service, so most Oswego folks don't even have to ... More
The Right Oil for the Season (Engine Oil Viscosity)
August 8, 2021
As the temperatures plunge, certain types of engine oil may not flow as easily as they did when it was warmer. Makes sense, doesn't it? Just like molasses gets thicker as the temperature goes down, engine oil does the same thing. So, maybe you're wondering if you have to change your oil as the s... More
Not-So-Common Sense (Sensor Failures)
August 1, 2021
So your vehicle won't start. What's the first thing that comes to mind? Battery dead? Starter motor worn out? Out of gas? Well, those are all reasons that make sense. But your vehicle may be refusing to start because one of its computers is being warned that to do so might damage it. Here's ... More