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Positive Crankcase Ventilation ? PCV Valve Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Batavia

Hello Batavia! 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 Il...

July 14, 2019

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Maintenance

Regular Schedule or Severe Service Schedule at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Batavia?

Today's Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Batavia article focuses on severe service maintenance. Many...

Jul 07, 2019 Read

Windshield Wipers

When "Shady" is a Good Thing

Just like your skin can burn from too much sun, so can the paint on your vehicle. It can turn du...

Jun 30, 2019 Read

Steering

Right or Left? Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Batavia Power Steering Service

Have you ever driven a vehicle without power steering? If you have, then you probably appreciate ...

Jun 23, 2019 Read

Dashboard

How Your Check Engine Light Works

Have you ever had an experience like this in Batavia, Illinois? You drive through the one of thos...

Jun 16, 2019 Read

Cooling System

Coolant Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Batavia

Batavia residents' vehicles have to operate in a wide range of Illinois temperatures which requir...

Jun 09, 2019 Read

Tires and Wheels

Tire Replacement: What Batavia Drivers Need to Know

Looking at getting some new tires? Maybe the real reason for wanting those off-highway tires is t...

Jun 02, 2019 Read

Older Vehicles

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Batavia: Rotor Problems

The brake rotor, or disc, is attached to your wheel. The brake pads rub on the rotor to slow your...

May 26, 2019 Read

Tires and Wheels

By the Numbers: Tire Replacement at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Batavia in Batavia

Ever notice that your tire is covered with writing? It's like some hieroglyphic art form. Of cour...

May 19, 2019 Read

Maintenance

Busted: The Maintenance-Free Myth in Batavia

There's a segment of the Batavia area population that's not committed to proper vehicle maintenan...

May 12, 2019 Read