Catalytic Converter Replacement

March 3, 2024

Many of us have become aware of how important it is to keep our planets air clean, and your vehicle has a key component that helps do just that: the catalytic converter. Its in the exhaust system, and its job is to superheat unburned, harmful byproducts in the exhaust, so they dont get spewed ou... More

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

October 23, 2022

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

Exhaust Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Glendale Heights in Glendale Heights

August 25, 2022

Whenever they hear the term "exhaust service," most Glendale Heights residents think about exhaust pipes and mufflers. Well, actually, exhaust service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Glendale Heights is a lot more comprehensive these days. For example, catalytic converters were mandated in 1976 and ... More

Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Glendale Heights Service for Your Exhaust System

June 29, 2022

Your vehicle's exhaust system is more than just a tailpipe and a muffler. In fact, it is one of the most complex systems on your vehicle. The manifold is attached to the vehicle engine. It collects exhaust from the cylinders and directs it into the exhaust pipe. Gaskets seal the connection of th... More

Sounds Like a Hot Rod (Noisy Exhaust System)

February 7, 2022

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?

January 18, 2020

Most Glendale Heights 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 y... More

Exhaust Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Glendale Heights: Passing the Smell Test

March 31, 2019

The exhaust system on a vehicle is more complex than most Glendale Heights residents realize. It contains everything from old-fashioned pipes and clamps to sophisticated computers and sensors. All Illinois folks know a properly functioning exhaust system is good for the environment, but sometime... More

Positive Crankcase Ventilation ? PCV Valve Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Glendale Heights

July 16, 2018

Hello Glendale Heights! 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 Illinois vehicles since 1964 and represents the first legislation by the United States govern... More

Glendale Heights Exhaust and Emissions Service

October 9, 2017

Many Glendale Heights 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 Tire & Auto Service Glendale Heights is really a lot more comp... More

Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Glendale Heights Automotive Tips: Diagnostic Service

November 1, 2016

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