Keeping Your Cool (Water Pump Replacement)
January 29, 2023
No matter what the temperature is outside, it's important for your vehicle's engine to remain cool, calm, and collected. Well, cool, anyway. If your vehicle has a gasoline engine, it's powered by a bunch of explosions involving spark plugs, pistons, gasoline, and air. And the by-product of all ... More
Drive Train - What You Need to Know in Aurora
January 22, 2023
One Aurora automotive service issue that doesn't get much attention is driveline service. Drivelines don't get talked about very much around Aurora, but they're very important. First let's define what the driveline is:Taking a small step back, the power plant is comprised of the engine and transm... More
Winter Watch List (Winter Maintenance Items)
January 15, 2023
Don't love winter weather? Here's a list of four things you need to keep a watch on during the winter months. Let's start with coolant levels. Coolant is as important in cold weather as it is in hot weather. Think of the term "anti-freeze." Your coolant needs to be adjusted for climate and temp... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora: Serpentine Belt Tensioner
January 8, 2023
The serpentine belt tensioner applies pressure to the serpentine belt, maintaining optimal tension to drive the accessories like the alternator and A/C compressor. At Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora we know that the service life of the belt tensioner is the same as the belt itself, so they shoul... More
The Key Won't Turn! (Ignition Problems)
January 1, 2023
You've just arrived at the store shopping and you're ready to head home. You put your key in the ignition and oh, no! The ignition won't turn! What do you do now? Don't panic. There are some things you can do to get going again. The first thing to do is see if you have a locking steering wheel... More