Let Tuffy Ocala Help You Keep Your Vehicle Another Couple of Years
January 26, 2020
Ocala area residents may remember when the U.S. government's Cash for Clunkers program made a splash on the news scene. People were offered incentives to trade in old vehicles for new, in the interest of better and improved air quality from reduced emissions.But a lot of Ocala drivers want to han... More
Clean Fuel Equals Clean Performance for Ocala Drivers
January 20, 2020
Hello, Ocala residents. Let's talk fuel filters. Fuel filters clean the dirt, dust and debris out of your fuel. Both gasoline and diesel-powered engines have them. The fuel filter is located in the fuel line between the fuel tank and the engine.Ocala auto owners don't need to filter their fuel be... More
In the Hot Seat (Repair and Maintenance of Seat Heaters)
January 19, 2020
It's chilly outside. You flip on that switch that looks like a picture of a seat with little heat waves rising from it. You expect soon you'll feel that warmth but wait! It's not getting warmer. Oh no, what's wrong with my seat heater? There could be lots of reasons it's not working, and it cou... More
Differential Service at Tuffy Ocala: Viva la Difference
January 19, 2020
Every vehicle on Florida roads has a differential, and it is important to the proper operation of the vehicle. But most Ocala residents don't have a clue what it is.The differential compensates for differing wheel speeds. For example, when you turn, the inside tire on the turn travels a much sh... More
On Board Diagnostics for Your vehicle
January 18, 2020
Today we're going to talk about on-board diagnostics and the questions we hear from folks around Ocala, Florida, who need answers about diagnostic services. They want to know what diagnostics are, what's involved and what the benefits are. They really want to understand the value of diagnostic sc... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Ocala: Wiper Blades ? Signs of Wear
January 17, 2020
90% of our driving decisions are based on vision. Anything that impedes your vision can affect your driving safety including a dirty windshield. In that sense, your wiper blades are an important safety system. Most Ocala drivers will wait until their wipers have failed before they replace them. ... More
Breathe Deep in Ocala With a New Cabin Air Filter
January 16, 2020
Poor interior air quality is nothing to sneeze at, and Ocala auto owners might be interested to know that more and more new cars are coming equipped with a cabin air filter. Check your vehicle owner's manual, but they typically need to be replaced at around 12,000 to 15,000 miles (19,000 to 24,0... More
Hold the Oil! (Oil Pan Gasket Replacement)
January 15, 2020
You've likely heard how important oil is to your vehicle's engine. Did you know that there's one part that's responsible for holding that oil so you can use it every day? It's called the oil pan, and it sits at the bottom of the engine. The oil pan is a vital, though simple, part of your engine's... More
Tuffy Ocala and the Maintenance Mindset
January 14, 2020
When it comes to their vehicles, some Ocala residents don't have a maintenance mindset. They know they need to take care of their cars, but it just seems really hard to get them to remember to do it. Ocala drivers generally accept that many things in life require regular maintenance but just may... More