Serpentine Belt Service at Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) in Joliet
December 30, 2018
If you've ever heard a squealing sound under your vehicle hood, chances are it was your serpentine belt. More importantly, the belt powers the alternator. The alternator creates electricity that's used by your vehicle's electrical systems and also charges the battery. Without the alternator, the... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield): Wiper Blades ? Signs of Wear
December 24, 2018
90% of our driving decisions are based on vision. Anything that impedes your vision can affect your driving safety including a dirty windshield. In that sense, your wiper blades are an important safety system. Most Joliet drivers will wait until their wipers have failed before they replace them.... More
Air Conditioning Maintenance at Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) in Joliet
December 17, 2018
Warm weather or cold, Joliet drivers still need to think about their vehicle's air conditioning. Most Joliet people don't service their air conditioning until after it fails. At Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield), we can advise you on your vehicle manufacturers preventive maintenance schedules for ... More
Why a Trip Inspection Is a Good Idea
December 9, 2018
At Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) we get a lot of Joliet drivers asking about vehicle trip preparation. That's a big deal. You could be driving through mountains and deserts in some pretty lonely areas around Illinois, so it's important to know that the vehicle is up to the task and won't leave... More
Service Center Standard and Procedures
December 3, 2018
All Illinois pilots have checklists for every aspect of flying. They always use their checklists even if they only have two steps on them. They do this simply because a checklist is a great way to not forget steps. It is also how they can assure a predictable outcome. That is why Joliet automot... More