Clean Fuel Equals Clean Performance for Bloomington Drivers
July 10, 2022
Hello, Bloomington residents. Let's talk fuel filters. Fuel filters clean the dirt, dust and debris out of your fuel. Both gasoline and diesel-powered engines have them. The fuel filter is located in the fuel line between the fuel tank and the engine.Bloomington auto owners don't need to filter t... More
Fuel Injector Cleaning at Tuffy Bloomington
July 9, 2022
In very simple terms, a fuel injector is a valve that squirts fuel into your vehicle engine. Your engine control computer tells the fuel injector how much fuel to deliver as well as the precise time it should be delivered. Of course this happens thousands of times a minute in every single fuel-i... More
Road Trip: Be Ready for Anything with a Trip Inspection at Tuffy Bloomington
July 8, 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... More
Considering an Alternative Fuel Vehicle in Bloomington?
July 7, 2022
There is a clear and vocal demand in Bloomington and nationally for a reduction in air pollution and our dependence on fossil fuels. This is what is driving the Illinois market for alternative fuel vehicles. There are a number of these vehicles on Bloomington area roads today, and many more bein... More
PCV Valve Service at Tuffy Bloomington in Bloomington
July 6, 2022
Today, we are talking about your PCV valve. Unburnt fuel is forced into the crankcase as your engine runs. The PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) valve vents this unburnt fuel and oil vapors from the crankcase and sends it back into the air intake system to be burned in the engine. A clogged... More
The Straight and Narrow: Power Steering Service at Tuffy Bloomington
July 5, 2022
Service to a vehicle's power steering system is part of preventive maintenance for Bloomington auto owners. This system provides power to the steering wheel so you can turn it with ease. Without power steering, all of the power to turn your vehicle's wheels would have to come from you.The centr... More
Problems with Suspension Solved at Tuffy Bloomington in Bloomington
July 4, 2022
A vehicle's suspension system is tough. It can last for years and after lots of driving for Bloomington drivers. But it can be damaged quickly by hitting a pothole, curb or rock, and it can wear more quickly if you frequently drive off-road or on bumpy roads. A workhorse vehicle one that hauls h... More
Tuffy Bloomington Guide to Using the Correct Fluids in Your Vehicle
July 3, 2022
Today's Tuffy Bloomington post focuses on using coolant. If you pour in the wrong kind, it won't protect the cooling system and may even void the warranty. Check your vehicle owner's manual. Of course, your Tuffy Bloomington service advisor will know the proper coolant for your vehicle.Brake fl... More
Why You Have an O2 Sensor (Oxygen Sensor)
July 3, 2022
If someone asked you what gas made up the largest portion of the atmosphere, what would you guess? Well, it's not oxygen; it only makes up 20.9 percent. But since we're talking about oxygen, you should know that your vehicle uses oxygen sensors to make sure your engine is running the way it shou... More
Have You Checked Your Headlights?
July 2, 2022
Like everything in the Illinois automotive market, there have been great strides in headlight technology in recent years. Illinois drivers can be safer at night because of it. Good headlights improve visibility on Bloomington roads, enabling you to see farther. They also improve your peripheral v... More