Making Sense of the O2 Sensor (Oxygen Sensor Replacement)
December 15, 2024
As you know, todays vehicles rely on a lot of computers in them to keep them running clean and efficiently. Those computers depend on information delivered by several sensors throughout the engine and exhaust system. And one of the most important is the oxygen sensor. Known as the O2 sensor f... More
Sounds Like a Hot Rod (Noisy Exhaust System)
June 9, 2024
Driving along, your exhaust system's rumbling so loud that people turn and stare at you pass by. You're wondering when the police are going to pull you over for illegal noise. Your mind immediately thinks, aha! A broken muffler. Well, your exhaust system is composed of many more parts than just... More
Tuffy Clinton Township Automotive Tips: Diagnostic Service
February 4, 2024
Imagine waking up one morning with a stomach ache. You pick up the phone, call the doctors office and say, Ive got a really bad tummy ache. How much will it cost to make me feel better? Of course you wouldnt do that. You know that there could be a lot of reasons for your symptoms and that the doc... More
Exhaust Service at Tuffy Clinton Township in Clinton Township
July 21, 2022
Whenever they hear the term "exhaust service," most Clinton Township residents think about exhaust pipes and mufflers. Well, actually, exhaust service at Tuffy Clinton Township is a lot more comprehensive these days. For example, catalytic converters were mandated in 1976 and on-board emission co... More
Tuffy Clinton Township Service for Your Exhaust System
April 24, 2022
Your vehicle's exhaust system is more than just a tailpipe and a muffler. In fact, it is one of the most complex systems on your vehicle. The manifold is attached to the vehicle engine. It collects exhaust from the cylinders and directs it into the exhaust pipe. Gaskets seal the connection of th... More
PCV Valve: What Is It?
March 13, 2022
Most Clinton Township drivers know something about preventive maintenance on a vehicle. We know we should routinely replace the oil and wiper blades and other fluids. But have you heard of a PCV valve ? This little car part needs to be replaced regularly or it can cause some serious problems in y... More
Positive Crankcase Ventilation ? PCV Valve Service at Tuffy Clinton Township
May 17, 2020
Hello Clinton Township! Did you know that the first federally-mandated emissions control device was introduced in the 1960's? The Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve, or PCV valve, has been installed in Michigan vehicles since 1964 and represents the first legislation by the United States govern... More
Clinton Township Exhaust and Emissions Service
January 7, 2018
Many Clinton Township residents don't realize that there is more to exhaust system maintenance than just tailpipes and mufflers, if you can see smoke or if it's too loud. Exhaust service at a full-service automotive center like Tuffy Clinton Township is really a lot more comprehensive these days... More
Tuffy Clinton Township Automotive Tips: Diagnostic Service
October 30, 2016
Imagine waking up one morning with a stomach ache. You pick up the phone, call the doctors office and say, Ive got a really bad tummy ache. How much will it cost to make me feel better? Of course you wouldnt do that. You know that there could be a lot of reasons for your symptoms and that the doc... More
Exhaust Service at Tuffy Clinton Township: Passing the Smell Test
July 6, 2016
The exhaust system on a vehicle is more complex than most Clinton Township residents realize. It contains everything from old-fashioned pipes and clamps to sophisticated computers and sensors. All Michigan folks know a properly functioning exhaust system is good for the environment, but sometime... More