Greeted by a Screech (Loud Noise when Starting Vehicle)
September 24, 2023
No one likes to be greeted in the morning by having someone screech at you. The same goes for a loud, high-pitched noise your vehicle greets you with every time you start the engine. If you're wondering if that's normal, no, it isn't. And it is worth getting checked out. The good news is that... More
Some New Boots (Suspension Maintenance)
September 17, 2023
There are some boots that don't come in a shoe box and aren't worn on your feet. They are called axle or CV boots, and they can be important parts for many vehicles. That CV stands for constant velocity. CV axles are mainly used in front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive vehicles. They're also us... More
Tuffy Fort Myers (McGregor Blvd) Alternator Replacement Service in Fort Myers
September 10, 2023
Your vehicle alternator doesn't get enough credit. Though your battery gets your engine started, after that it's all about the alternator. Driving around Fort Myers is a lot of work for your alternator, and as upgrades such as heated steering wheels, cooled seats, stability control and lane d... More
The Right Stuff (Choosing Replacement Parts)
September 3, 2023
Let's face it. Vehicles are complicated machines, each having thousands of parts. And since they're subjected to heat, cold, vibrations, bumps and much more, these parts wear out and need to be replaced. When your service advisor says you need a new part, you may have many options. Let's say ... More
Severe Service Requirements
August 27, 2023
A lot of Fort Myers drivers have asked whether or not they should use their severe service maintenance schedule, which is listed in their vehicle's owner's manual. It can be somewhat confusing, so we decided to consult an expert. Cricket Killingsworth is from QMI/Heartland, a manufacturer of a... More
Timing Belt
August 20, 2023
Ever heard the sad tale of a staggeringly steep repair bill from a broken timing belt? Bad news. Let's take a lesson from their woes and remember to think about our timing belt.First, let's review what a timing belt does. The top part of the engine over the cylinders is called the cylinder head.... More
When You Hear the Crash in Fort Myers: What to Do After an Accident
August 13, 2023
Motorists in North America drive about 3 trillion miles/4.8 trillion kilometers every year. There are over 250+ million licensed drivers, and approximately 6.2 million accidents happen every year. Unfortunately, if we're going to drive vehicles, there are going to be accidents. Knowing what to do... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Fort Myers (McGregor Blvd): A Broken or Damaged Timing Belt
August 6, 2023
The timing belt rotates the cam shafts which open and close the valves that allow air, fuel, and exhaust to flow through the engine as it powers your car when you drive around Fort Myers.An old timing belt can lose a tooth in the belt allowing it to slip. The engine could stop or misfire. Timing ... More
All About Your TPMS in Fort Myers
July 30, 2023
Fort Myers drivers know that underinflated tires wear out more quickly. Underinflation is also a major cause of tire failure for Florida auto owners. More flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances are all results of underinflated tires.It's hard for many Fort Myers drivers to tell whe... More
Not So Cool (Air Conditioning Systems)
July 23, 2023
There's nothing quite like getting in your vehicle on a hot day, switching on the air conditioning and having warm air blow out of the vents. You may have had no problem for months and then, one day, you are driving around in a sauna. You're hot stuff, but not in a good way! So what goes wrong w... More