Making Sense of the O2 Sensor (Oxygen Sensor Replacement)
July 21, 2024
As you know, todays vehicles rely on a lot of computers in them to keep them running clean and efficiently. Those computers depend on information delivered by several sensors throughout the engine and exhaust system. And one of the most important is the oxygen sensor. Known as the O2 sensor f... More
What Is an EGR Valve? (EGR Valve Service)
June 2, 2024
If you've ever felt your vehicle hesitate, go, then hesitate again, you might think there's something wrong with the transmission. After all, it's not moving smoothly down the road. But there are plenty of malfunctions that can cause those symptoms, one of them being something you may have nev... More
The Sign of the Shield (Heat Shield Repair and Replacement)
September 24, 2023
Even in the months where temperatures are cooler, heat is still an enemy of your vehicle. When your engine runs, it creates heat, so there are numerous heat shields that protect other parts from those higher temperatures. Heat shields are installed around several areas of the exhaust system. Ot... More
Sounds Exhausting! (Exhaust Service)
November 27, 2022
Most of us know a bad muffler when we hear it. That loud, rumbling sound is unmistakable. Did you also know you can get a ticket for driving around with a loud exhaust system? If your exhaust system has a leak in it, it may be allowing poisonous gases inside your vehicle and could make you serio... More
Exhaust Service at Tuffy Walled Lake in Walled Lake
October 10, 2022
Whenever they hear the term "exhaust service," most Walled Lake residents think about exhaust pipes and mufflers. Well, actually, exhaust service at Tuffy Walled Lake is a lot more comprehensive these days. For example, catalytic converters were mandated in 1976 and on-board emission control comp... More
Walled Lake Exhaust and Emissions Service
August 22, 2022
Many Walled Lake residents don't realize that there is more to exhaust system maintenance than just tailpipes and mufflers, if you can see smoke or if it's too loud. Exhaust service at a full-service automotive center like Tuffy Walled Lake is really a lot more comprehensive these days.For examp... More
Sounds Like a Hot Rod (Noisy Exhaust System)
September 20, 2020
Driving along, your exhaust system's rumbling so loud that people turn and stare at you pass by. You're wondering when the police are going to pull you over for illegal noise. Your mind immediately thinks, aha! A broken muffler. Well, your exhaust system is composed of many more parts than just... More
PCV Valve: What Is It?
June 14, 2020
Most Walled Lake drivers know something about preventive maintenance on a vehicle. We know we should routinely replace the oil and wiper blades and other fluids. But have you heard of a PCV valve ? This little car part needs to be replaced regularly or it can cause some serious problems in your v... More
Tuffy Walled Lake Automotive Tips: Diagnostic Service
November 11, 2018
Imagine waking up one morning with a stomach ache. You pick up the phone, call the doctors office and say, Ive got a really bad tummy ache. How much will it cost to make me feel better? Of course you wouldnt do that. You know that there could be a lot of reasons for your symptoms and that the doc... More
Positive Crankcase Ventilation ? PCV Valve Service at Tuffy Walled Lake
May 21, 2018
Hello Walled Lake! 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 Michigan vehicles since 1964 and represents the first legislation by the United States government ... More