Hold the Oil! (Oil Pan Gasket Replacement)
February 18, 2019
You've likely heard how important oil is to your vehicle's engine. Did you know that there's one part that's responsible for holding that oil so you can use it every day? It's called the oil pan, and it sits at the bottom of the engine. The oil pan is a vital, though simple, part of your engine's... More
Keys to a Long Lasting Vehicle
January 6, 2019
We live in a disposable society. Everything from elaborate packaging to our clothing. Even cell phones are disposable. When replacement is cheaper than repair, the term "built to last" goes by the wayside. An exception is our vehicles. They're still a very big investment and Chicago drivers want ... More
Looking Down the Road - Headlamps
November 25, 2018
If you've ever been driving around Chicago and had a headlamp go out, you've probably just wanted to replace the bad bulb. If your car uses halogen headlamps, they dim over time. So if you just put in one, they won't have the same brightness, which can be distracting and will affect your field of... More
Technician Training at Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy)
August 12, 2018
Your vehicle is important to you, and keeping it running properly is important to your lifestyle. That's why you're smart enough to have it serviced regularly at Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy) in Chicago. And even though it may just be routine maintenance, you want it done right by automotive pro... More
Maintaining Your Older Car in Chicago, Illinois
July 16, 2018
The government mandates a lot of equipment on cars in Chicago, Illinois: emission devices and control computers, safety equipment like airbags and crash worthiness requirements. All of this is great for the Chicago motoring public, but it does add quite a bit to the price of a new vehicle.Because... More
Your Vehicle Is NOT Maintenance Free, Chicago Car Owners
July 9, 2018
A generation ago, Chicago drivers seemed to be more inclined to keep their vehicle's preventive maintenance on schedule. One reason for this may be that vehicles back then were a lot less reliable than they are today. Taking your vehicle in to your Chicago shop every year or two for repairs seem... More
The Maintenance Free Myth
April 9, 2018
Sometimes we hear people in Chicago say, "What's up with all this maintenance stuff? Modern cars just don't break down." While it is true that today's vehicles are extremely reliable, they are also becoming increasingly complicated and use more exotic materials than ever before. All that complex... More
Busted: The Maintenance-Free Myth in Chicago
April 3, 2018
There's a segment of the Chicago area population that's not committed to proper vehicle maintenance. Now, the ignition system in your vehicle is electronic and controlled by the engine management computer. Spark plugs rarely get fouled and will last for as much as 100,000 miles (160,000 kilomet... More
Why a Trip Inspection Is a Good Idea
February 20, 2018
At Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy) we get a lot of Chicago 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
Change Your Engine Air Filter at Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy)
November 15, 2017
Many Chicago 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. Dirty air fil... More