Serpentine Belt Service at Tuffy Clinton Township in Clinton Township
April 25, 2021
Don't you hate it when you hear that squeal from under the hood when you're zipping down a busy Clinton Township 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 wate... More
The Truth about Tire Pressure (Tire Inflation)
April 18, 2021
Most light vehicles (under 10,000 pounds/4,500 kg) in North America sold from 2008 model year on have a feature that many people are confused about. It's the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). You may have some experience with it yourself if you own a newer vehicle. Vehicles with TPMS hav... More
Got it Covered! (Timing Cover Maintenance)
April 11, 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
No Fountain of Youth (Aging Tires)
April 4, 2021
Can you think of anyone who enjoys aging? Wrinkles where you don't want them, gray hair, eyes that won't focus any more, no stamina. Believe it or not, your tires age, too, and they don't get better the older they get. And here's the important thing to know, even if they can still pass a tread... More