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That Squeal is Telling You Something (What Causes Squealing While Steering)

If you hear a squealing noise when you turn your vehicle, it's trying to tell you something is wrong. After all, it never made that noise before, right? The sound you hear may becoming from a fe...

September 04, 2022

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Exhaust

Exhaust Service at Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) in Joliet

Whenever they hear the term "exhaust service," most Joliet residents think about exhaust pipes an...

Sep 03, 2022 Read

Fuel System

Fuel Injectors

The last new American vehicles sold in Joliet with a carburetor rolled out of the Illinois dealer...

Sep 02, 2022 Read

Parts

PCV Valve Replacement

Hello Joliet, let's talk about your often-unnoticed but extremely important PCV valve. The energy...

Sep 01, 2022 Read

Maintenance

Severe Service Requirements

A lot of Joliet drivers have asked whether or not they should use their severe service maintenanc...

Aug 31, 2022 Read

Tires and Wheels

Winter Tires

What type of technology do you use? Do you prefer an 8-track tape or an iPod? When it comes to wi...

Aug 30, 2022 Read

Fuel System

Fuel System Cleaning at Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) in Joliet for Better Performance

A fuel injector is a valve that delivers fuel to a vehicle's engine. It has to deliver the precis...

Aug 29, 2022 Read

Tires and Wheels

All About Your TPMS in Joliet

Joliet drivers know that underinflated tires wear out more quickly. Underinflation is also a majo...

Aug 28, 2022 Read

Exhaust

The Sign of the Shield (Heat Shield Repair and Replacement)

Even in the months where temperatures are cooler, heat is still an enemy of your vehicle. When y...

Aug 28, 2022 Read

Fuel System

Service to Improve Fuel Economy

The price of gas in Illinois has got people in Joliet talking. It seems that Joliet folks who nee...

Aug 27, 2022 Read