Severe Service Requirements
August 31, 2022
A lot of Joliet drivers have asked whether or not they should use their severe service maintenance schedule, which is listed in their vehicle's owner's manual. It can be somewhat confusing, so we decided to consult an expert. Cricket Killingsworth is from QMI/Heartland, a manufacturer of autom... More
Winter Tires
August 30, 2022
What type of technology do you use? Do you prefer an 8-track tape or an iPod? When it comes to winter tires, much of Joliet driver's perception dates back to when 8-track was the best way to listen to the Bee Gees.Twenty years ago in Illinois, winter tires differed from highway tires only in thei... More
Fuel System Cleaning at Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) in Joliet for Better Performance
August 29, 2022
A fuel injector is a valve that delivers fuel to a vehicle's engine. It has to deliver the precise amount of fuel to precisely the right place, precisely when the engine needs it. The fuel also has to be mixed with air before it can burn in the engine.Fuel injectors are engineered to spray fuel i... More
All About Your TPMS in Joliet
August 28, 2022
Joliet drivers know that underinflated tires wear out more quickly. Underinflation is also a major cause of tire failure for Illinois auto owners. More flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances are all results of underinflated tires.It's hard for many Joliet drivers to tell when a rad... More
The Sign of the Shield (Heat Shield Repair and Replacement)
August 28, 2022
Even in the months where temperatures are cooler, heat is still an enemy of your vehicle. When your engine runs, it creates heat, so there are numerous heat shields that protect other parts from those higher temperatures. Heat shields are installed around several areas of the exhaust system. Ot... More
Service to Improve Fuel Economy
August 27, 2022
The price of gas in Illinois has got people in Joliet talking. It seems that Joliet folks who need a bigger vehicle to carry family and gear, or provide four wheel drive, are hit especially hard. That is why we thought it would be good to review some things that anyone can do to improve fuel eco... More
The Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) Guide to Saving Fuel: Car Weight
August 26, 2022
The team at Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) in Joliet, and Illinois car owners are all talking right now. Better gas mileage. Fewer emissions. Joliet drivers want to save the environment and their pocketbooks.And we all knowor should knowthat preventive maintenance will help maximize fuel econom... More
Under Pressure in Joliet: TPMS
August 25, 2022
Have you noticed an increase in price when you get a flat tire fixed in Joliet, or have your tires rotated? It might be the result of your TPMS, or Tire Pressure Monitoring System.The federal government began requiring a TPMS system on 2008 model year passenger vehicles and light trucks. Some 20... More
When Are Your Tires Worn Out?
August 24, 2022
Hey Joliet area drivers, are your tires worn out? What is the standard for our Illinois streets? How can you tell on your vehicle?While there may be legal requirements for the Joliet area, there are safety concerns that go beyond meeting minimum replacement mandates.Two-thirty-seconds of an inc... More
Deep Clean Your Fuel System at Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield)
August 23, 2022
Having trouble with your fuel system? Bring your vehicle into Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) for a check up.In today's Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) auto post, we're talking about fuel system cleaning. The first thing to know is how important it is to have a clean fuel system. Joliet residents... More