Are Modern Vehicles Maintenance Free?
December 31, 2023
In our auto video today we'll be talking with Alan Peterson about myths surrounding automotive maintenance. You can lump these myths into the statement that "modern vehicles are so reliable, they are virtually maintenance free."Any good myth has some elements of truth. No offense to Lewis Center... More
Positive Crankcase Ventilation ? PCV Valve Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lewis Center
December 24, 2023
Hello Lewis Center! Did you know that the first federally-mandated emissions control device was introduced in the 1960's? The Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve, or PCV valve, has been installed in Ohio vehicles since 1964 and represents the first legislation by the United States government to ... More
Going (Lug) Nuts (Lug Nut Replacement)
December 17, 2023
Here's a part of your vehicle you probably don't think about much: lug nuts. They're what fasten your wheels onto your axles. Pretty important, right? In order to take the wheels off your vehicle to service the brakes, rotate the tires, etc., the lug nuts have to be in good shape so a wrench wi... More
TPMS: Tire Pressure Monitoring for Your Lewis Center Vehicle
December 10, 2023
Lewis Center drivers may know that all 2008 model year and newer cars, mini-vans and light trucks in Ohio come with a tire pressure monitoring system. Many slightly older vehicles around the Lewis Center area have these systems as well. A tire pressure monitoring system called TPMS consists of... More
A Non-Starter (Alternator Problems in Cold Weather)
December 3, 2023
As the temperatures dip, we all know there could be problems starting our vehicles. After all, batteries can grow old and not hold a charge as well as when they were newer. Or starters can go bad. But there's one more component to keep an especially sharp eye on during winter: your alternator. T... More