Change Your Engine Air Filter at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Glendale Heights
July 28, 2019
Many Glendale Heights car owners have probably wondered: "What's the harm in putting off replacing an engine air filter? The answer is that not replacing it could cause your Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor to fail. This expensive sensor is situated between your engine air filter and your engine. Dirt... More
Make Your Vehicle Last
July 21, 2019
We live in such a disposable society. It's amazing all the stuff we throw away. New stuff comes out so fast, we just toss the old and move on. In the old days, Illinois folks were real sticklers about taking care of their things. If something got lost or ruined by neglect, tough - they had to do ... More
When "Shady" is a Good Thing
July 14, 2019
Just like your skin can burn from too much sun, so can the paint on your vehicle. It can turn dull, oxidize and fade the more ultraviolet rays beat down on it. One solution is to park in a shady spot, or you can buy a cover for your vehicle and put it on when you know it's going to be sitting in... More
Does My Choice in Oil Affect Change Intervals?
July 7, 2019
Oil changes are probably the most recognized service on a vehicle. Almost all Glendale Heights residents know about them. But do we know enough?Several decades ago, oil changes were fairly standard: every three months or 3,000 miles or 5,000 kilometers. But recent advances in both engine technol... More