Winter Tires
January 29, 2023
What type of technology do you use? Do you prefer an 8-track tape or an iPod? When it comes to winter tires, much of Lehigh Acres driver's perception dates back to when 8-track was the best way to listen to the Bee Gees.Twenty years ago in FL, winter tires differed from highway tires only in thei... More
Suspension Service at Tuffy Lehigh Acres in Lehigh Acres
January 22, 2023
During an inspection at Tuffy Lehigh Acres in Lehigh Acres, your friendly and knowledgeable automotive service technician will check for worn, broken or missing parts. Here's a quick rundown of suspension system components: There are the springs which hold the weight of your vehicle. There are s... More
Cool Running (Water Pump)
January 15, 2023
Your vehicle is like you in a way. When it gets hot, it needs to be cooled down. And one of the key parts to keeping it cool is the water pump. Now, that's a bit of a misnomer. It IS a pump, but it's pumping coolant, not pure water. Cooling off your engine is vital since it builds up heat whe... More
What is a TPS? (Throttle Position Sensor)
January 8, 2023
You know you have an accelerator pedal; step on it and your vehicle is supposed to go. But did you know there is a part in your vehicle that keeps track of where the throttle is? It's called the Throttle Position Sensor, or TPS. The TPS is a sensor that helps your vehicle figure out the right mi... More
Check Engine Light Diagnosis at Tuffy Lehigh Acres
January 1, 2023
Hello Lehigh Acres . Have you ever had your Check Engine light come on? Did you panic? Or just scowl and ignore it? What should you do? Pull to the side of the road and call a tow truck? Or just keep driving? What does that little light really mean for Lehigh Acres drivers?First of all, the Chec... More