A Sticky Brake Situation (Parking Brake Service and Maintenance)
October 31, 2021
We've all been there. You park your vehicle on a steeper than usual hill and worry about it rolling down while you're running your errands. So you decide you'll use the parking brake. When you get back, you release the parking brake, hit the ignition, put it in gear anduh, ohyou can feel the p... More
The Right Oil for the Season (Engine Oil Viscosity)
October 24, 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
Don't Start with That (Bad Starter Motor)
October 17, 2021
We've all heard that expression, "That's a non starter." When it comes to your vehicle, that's not music to a driver's ears. That sickening sound when you start the ignition and instead of hearing the engine crank, you hear it slowly turn over and your dash lights go dim. There can be many reaso... More
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Wheel Bearings
October 10, 2021
Why are wheel bearings for Clinton Township vehicles important? It's simple: your wheel bearings keep the wheels on your vehicle. In today's Tuffy Clinton Township post, we'll discuss more about wheel bearings and how you can make sure they can do their very job while you drive around Clinton Tow... More
Tuffy Clinton Township Automotive Tips: Alternator
October 3, 2021
Your alternator makes electricity to start and run your engine and all of the vital electrical systems in your vehicle. Thats everything from the on-board computers to the turn signals. And of course there is the entertainment system, seat heaters, power windows and everything you plug into the p... More