June 2022
Power steering is standard on nearly every vehicle in Orland Park, Illinois, these days. Now there are some exotic, new types of power steering systems, but for the most part, the general setup is a pump that's driven by a belt powered by the engine.Contact the automotive professionals at Tuffy...
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Posted in Steering
on June 30, 2022
Road trip, anyone? Nothing spoils a great vacation faster than ending up stranded on the side of the road or spending a week in a rundown motel while our vehicle sits in the shop. Long days on the road can bring out the worst in your vehicle, so before you leave, prepare it for the journey by ge...
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Posted in Inspection
on June 29, 2022
Hello Orland Park! Let's talk about alignment. One of the most important parts of preventive maintenance for your vehicle is keeping the wheels in alignment. Poor alignment causes your tires to wear unevenly, which can significantly reduce their lifespan. This means you will have to replace them...
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Posted in Automotive News
on June 28, 2022
Diesel engines have been used extensively in Europe and Asia for many years. They haven't been as common in the Orland Park area because of the high sulfur content in our diesel fuel. But the government is now mandating lower sulfur content and, as a result, we are going to see more Orland Park ...
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Posted in Fuel System
on June 27, 2022
Let's say you live in a cold climate where the snowy, icy weather challenges you to clear the salt and debris tossed up on your windshield. You push your windshield washer switch expecting a good stream of fluid so the blades can wipe the glass clean. Yet nothing comes out. Nada, zip. What's g...
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Posted in Windshield Wipers
on June 26, 2022
Today we're talking to Orland Park drivers about shocks and struts. They're so easy for Illinois folks to forget about because they last so long and wear out so slowly. But your shocks are really responsible for keeping your tires on the road so they're very important.Without shocks, your whee...
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Posted in Shocks & Struts
on June 19, 2022
Let's talk about something critical for all Orland Park drivers: your brakes. Your vehicle is heavy, and it takes a lot of muscle to bring it and your passengers to a safe stop so everything needs to be in good working order.Here's an explanation on how your disc brakes work:The wheel hub keep...
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Posted in Older Vehicles
on June 12, 2022
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 say 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...
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Posted in Windshield Wipers
on June 05, 2022
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