In the Hot Seat (Repair and Maintenance of Seat Heaters)
January 26, 2020
It's chilly outside. You flip on that switch that looks like a picture of a seat with little heat waves rising from it. You expect soon you'll feel that warmth but wait! It's not getting warmer. Oh no, what's wrong with my seat heater? There could be lots of reasons it's not working, and it cou... More
What is a TSB? (Technical Service Bulletins)
January 20, 2020
If your vehicle had something in its design or production that the manufacturer had figured out had an unanticipated problem, you'd want to know about it. And you'd want it fixed. There is something that can help drivers with just such a scenario. It's called a Technical Service Bulletin, or TSB.... More
When "Shady" is a Good Thing
January 19, 2020
Just like your skin can burn from too much sun, so can the paint on your vehicle. It can turn dull, oxidize and fade the more ultraviolet rays beat down on it. One solution is to park in a shady spot, or you can buy a cover for your vehicle and put it on when you know it's going to be sitting in... More
The Importance of Grand Rapids Drivers Following Service Intervals
January 19, 2020
Today in our Tuffy Grand Rapids blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life in Grand Rapids with recommended intervals: Let's start with twice yearly dental check-ups and regular physical exams. How about laundry, water... More
Wheel Balancing at Tuffy Grand Rapids
January 18, 2020
So you love your job, and your family life is great. Congratulations! You have achieved balance. But can you say the same for your wheels? Grand Rapids drivers can tell if their tires are out of balance by vibrations at higher speeds on Michigan roads. If one of the front tires is out, you feel... More
Drive Train Service in Grand Rapids at Tuffy Grand Rapids
January 17, 2020
The drive train in your vehicle includes all the components that transfer power from the transmission to the wheels. Those components differ depending on what type of vehicle you drive, namely, front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. The preventive maintenance y... More
Brake Service at Tuffy Grand Rapids in Grand Rapids
January 16, 2020
Brakes really aren't optional equipment for Grand Rapids drivers' vehicles. And taking care of them isn't optional either.A regular brake inspection is on every Michigan driver's vehicle maintenance schedule. At Tuffy Grand Rapids, our team will check your brake system and let you know if there... More
QUIET TIME (Listening for Vehicle Problems)
January 15, 2020
Everybody's got friends like this. You know, the kind who, the minute they get in their vehicle and turn the key, the sound system is deafening. They just love to hear that music, sports, news anything but the sound of the vehicle itself. And maybe you're that person, too. Here's something to ... More
Sniffing Out a Problem
January 14, 2020
Your parents probably taught you to have common sense. When it comes to your vehicle, common scents can also come in handy. Different smells may tell you about some conditions in your vehicle that need attention. For example, you know what rotten eggs smell like. If you smell them around your ve... More