Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora: Knowing When Your Timing Belt Should Be Replaced
August 29, 2021
The timing belt in your engine controls the opening and closing of the intake and exhaust valves. Aurora drivers need to replace it on a schedule to avoid failure.Timing belts are very difficult to get to, requiring quite a bit of labor to access. Timing belt replacement is one of the more expens... More
Going (Lug) Nuts (Lug Nut Replacement)
August 22, 2021
Here's a part of your vehicle you probably don't think about much: lug nuts. They're what fasten your wheels onto your axles. Pretty important, right? In order to take the wheels off your vehicle to service the brakes, rotate the tires, etc., the lug nuts have to be in good shape so a wrench wi... More
Not a Good Vibe (Driveshaft Failure)
August 15, 2021
When you feel your vehicle vibrating as you're driving down the road, one cause could be something you may not have ever seen: your driveshaft. It is underneath the vehicle and most drivers don't climb under there to take a look very often. The driveshaft is a cylindrical part that helps conduc... More
Make your Service Visit at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora a Good One
August 8, 2021
Most people don't love going to get their vehicle serviced, but it's one of those things you just have to do. So you might as well get the most of out of it. There are some steps you can take that will likely help you get the best results possible. For one thing, it's important to describe your p... More
Fuel System Cleaning the Professional Way at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora
August 1, 2021
Your fuel system needs to be clean to do its job properly. When it gets dirty, the results are lower engine performance, reduced fuel economy and impaired safety. It can even lead to costly repair bills for Aurora drivers. So keep your fuel system clean as part of your routine preventive maintena... More