Higher Mileage Service Intervals for Fort Wayne
May 2, 2021
Fort Wayne drivers have probably noticed that the government mandates a lot of equipment on cars: emission devices and control computers, safety equipment like airbags and crash worthiness requirements. All of this is great for the motoring public in the Fort Wayne area, but it does add quite a b... More
Don't be Fuelish (Signs Fuel Pump is Failing)
April 25, 2021
A driver of a large SUV loaded with equipment was heading on a 7-hour work trip when he stopped at a gas station to refuel. When he went to restart his SUV, it turned over but wouldn't catch. Try as he might, he was never able to get it started again. Of course there are many things that can c... More
Got it Covered! (Timing Cover Maintenance)
April 18, 2021
You may have heard at one time or another about something called a timing belt or timing chain in your engine. And you may know that if they fail well, let's just way that there can be some major engine damage. So obviously, we want our timing belts and chains to be in tip-top shape. One part t... More
Fuel System Cleaning at Tuffy Fort Wayne - Dupont Rd. for Better Performance
April 11, 2021
Hi Fort Wayne residents. Let's talk fuel injectors. A fuel injector is a valve that delivers fuel to a vehicle's engine. It has to deliver the precise amount of fuel to precisely the right place, precisely when the engine needs it. The fuel also has to be mixed with air before it can burn in the... More
Beware of Potholes! (Avoiding Pothole Damage)
April 4, 2021
You may live in a region where roads become pockmarked with craters known better as potholes. They're caused by moisture seeping through a compromised road surface that can freeze, expand and literally punch holes in the road. And when your vehicle hits one of those holes that's big enough, the... More
The Flat Fix that Fits (Tire Repairs)
March 28, 2021
Can you think of anyone who likes getting a flat tire? Of course not. But when one of your tires winds up with a flat or leak, whether it be from things like hitting a curb, running over a nail or picking up a sharp stone, it's time to have someone who knows what they're doing take care of it. ... More
I Want a New Vehicle. Or Do I? (Vehicle Maintenance Payoffs)
March 21, 2021
Spring is a peak season for vehicle sales; companies aggressively market new models and offer all sorts of incentives. So you may be tempted to buy a shiny new beauty. But should you? If you've regularly maintained the vehicle you're driving now, you probably don't NEED a new one. Even if your... More
Your Well Trained Technician at Tuffy Fort Wayne - Dupont Rd.
March 14, 2021
When your vehicle has a problem or just needs some routine service, you might get a little nervous. Your vehicle's so important to your life in Fort Wayne, you need to get back on the road as soon as possible with the problem fixed right the first time.If you've ever checked into some of the tec... More
When Your Air Bag Light Comes On (Illuminated Air Bag Light)
March 7, 2021
There are some dashboard lights you should pay more attention to than others. One is the air bag light. If it's on and your vehicle is in an accident, your air bags probably won't do their job. Automakers began installing air bags in the late 1990's since they were mandatory in the United State... More
Poor Reflections (Door Mirror Problems)
February 28, 2021
Mirror, mirror on the door, why is my vision there so poor? Well, you could have a broken outside rearview mirror that's disabled your blind spot vision there and endangering your ability to see some of the traffic around you. Outside rearview (or door) mirrors are important safety devices that ... More