Ask Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lewis Center: What Happens When a Serpentine Belt Breaks?

July 24, 2017

The serpentine belt is aptly named since it snakes around under your hood. It may lack its namesake's fangs, but it sure packs a wallop when it breaks.The serpentine belt powers a lot of engine systems. It runs the alternator, which charges the battery; the water pump (on some vehicles), which co... More

Put on the Brakes: Brake Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lewis Center

July 18, 2017

When it comes to preventive maintenance and vehicle care, most Lewis Center drivers know how important it is to check their brakes. But brakes are more than just brake pads and shoes. There are a lot of components in the brake system, and they all need to be in good working order.The pads and sh... More

Vive la Differential at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lewis Center in Lewis Center

July 10, 2017

There are a lot of drivers in Lewis Center who are due for a differential service, but had never heard of a differential before. With front-wheel drive being so common in Ohio these days, the differential is just taken care of during a transmission service, so most Lewis Center folks don't even ... More

Tire Rotation and Balancing at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lewis Center in Lewis Center

July 4, 2017

Tires do a lot of work for Lewis Center drivers. They transfer engine power and braking forces to the road; they handle steering control; and they cushion all those bumps and jolts while driving around Lewis Center. They also support the entire weight of the vehicle, including you and your passe... More