Unlock the Secret (Malfunctioning Door Lock Actuator)

February 23, 2020

What a convenience power door locks are on a vehicle. The latest don't even require you to push the button on the key fob; all you have to do is have it with you. But sometimes there's a component of power door locks that can fail, especially when they are used several times each day. Those ar... More

The Straight and Narrow: Power Steering Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Batavia

February 16, 2020

Service to a vehicle's power steering system is part of preventive maintenance for Batavia auto owners. This system provides power to the steering wheel so you can turn it with ease. Without power steering, all of the power to turn your vehicle's wheels would have to come from you.The central e... More

Coolant/Antifreeze Service in Batavia, Illinois

February 9, 2020

Batavia auto owners may know that most automotive failures in Batavia, Illinois, are tire related, but do you know the second most common cause of vehicle failure? Nope, it's not teenagers. It is the coolant system. But if you take good care of your vehicle coolant system, it will take good care... More

Drive Train - What You Need to Know in Batavia

February 2, 2020

One Batavia automotive service issue that doesn't get much attention is driveline service. Drivelines don't get talked about very much around Batavia, but they're very important. First let's define what the driveline is:Taking a small step back, the power plant is comprised of the engine and tran... More