Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Wheel Bearings
September 30, 2021
Why are wheel bearings for Bonita Springs vehicles important? It's simple: your wheel bearings keep the wheels on your vehicle. In today's Tuffy Bonita Springs post, we'll discuss more about wheel bearings and how you can make sure they can do their very job while you drive around Bonita Springs,... More
On Board Diagnostics for Your Engine
September 29, 2021
Starting in 1996, Tuffy Bonita Springs service technicians have been able to use a standardized diagnostic system to help determine what is wrong with a vehicle. This diagnostic system works in tandem with the Engine Control Modules for each vehicle's engine. The Engine Control Module is a comput... More
Don't Do It Yourself (Perils of DIY Vehicle Repair)
September 26, 2021
Your vehicle is a complicated machine, and yes, it would be nice if you could take care of all of its problems yourself. There was a time when vehicles were simpler and it wasn't too hard for a weekend mechanic to replace brakes, adjust a carburetor or perform a tune-up. But vehicles are far mo... More
The Maintenance Free Myth
September 20, 2021
Sometimes we hear people in Bonita Springs 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 ... More
Introduction to Diesels for Bonita Springs, Florida
September 19, 2021
Something you're going to be hearing a lot about around Bonita Springs, Florida, is diesel engines. We're not talking about semi-trucks and buses; we're talking about diesel engine cars, pick-ups and SUVs.Most people in Florida are surprised to learn that around half the cars on the road in Europ... More
Don't Miss a Beat (Importance of Regular Maintenance)
September 19, 2021
In many places, license plates have to be renewed every year or else you can't drive your vehicle legally. Usually, you'll get a reminder from the agency that issues the plates. That kind of regular attention needs to be paid to your vehicle as well. Its manufacturer has determined a schedule o... More
Keep Your Bonita Springs Car Breathing Free: Engine Air Filter
September 18, 2021
Hey Bonita Springs - this is something really amazing: Your vehicle uses 12,000 times as much air as fuel when you drive it. All of that air has to be filtered to keep your engine clean.That's like 100 gallons (380 liters) of air every block! The engine air filter is just another example of a ve... More
A Real "Pane" (Window Maintenance and Repair)
September 12, 2021
It's pretty frustrating when your driver's window won't work. You can't get your food at the drive-thru without opening the door, have a tough time using the ATM from your vehicle, can't have that fresh breeze blowing through your hair as you listen to your favorite road tunes. Plus, there's a s... More
Don't Stack the Mat
September 5, 2021
In the sloppy cold weather months, you might be tempted to pick up an all-weather mat and throw it on top of the mats you already have in your vehicle. After all, double protection is better, right? In this case, wrong. Here's why. It's important to keep the accelerator and brake pedals clear so ... More