Steer Clear of Power Steering Problems (Power Steering Maintenance)
September 27, 2020
We usually take our vehicle's easy steering for granted until something goes wrong. Power steering is what makes it almost effortless to turn the steering wheel, aiming your vehicle in the direction you want to go. Without the assistance of power from the engine, steering would be a laborious pr... More
Give it the Boot (Ball Joint Boot Replacement)
September 20, 2020
Your vehicle may be wearing boots right now and you might not even know it. They're called ball joint boots. They're actually protective, flexible things that protect parts of your suspension (called ball joints) from all the hazards the road can fling at them. If one of those ball joint boots... More
Fears and Gears (Signs of Automatic Transmission Problems)
September 13, 2020
Automatic transmissions rule. The old days of shifting your own gears are a thing of the past for most drivers. But automatic transmission trouble can be a big inconvenience for any driver if it comes at the wrong time in the wrong place. Here are some signs to look out for that may mean you ar... More
Tire Rotation and Balancing at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Homer Glen in Homer Glen
September 6, 2020
Tires do a lot of work for Homer Glen drivers. They transfer engine power and braking forces to the road; they handle steering control; and they cushion all those bumps and jolts while driving around Homer Glen. They also support the entire weight of the vehicle, including you and your passenger... More