Not-So-Common Sense (Sensor Failures)
June 27, 2021
So your vehicle won't start. What's the first thing that comes to mind? Battery dead? Starter motor worn out? Out of gas? Well, those are all reasons that make sense. But your vehicle may be refusing to start because one of its computers is being warned that to do so might damage it. Here's ... More
The Key Won't Turn! (Ignition Problems)
June 20, 2021
You've just arrived at the store shopping and you're ready to head home. You put your key in the ignition and oh, no! The ignition won't turn! What do you do now? Don't panic. There are some things you can do to get going again. The first thing to do is see if you have a locking steering wheel... More
Stuck! (Vehicle Door Issues)
June 13, 2021
This may have happened to you. You drive somewhere and get out of your vehicle only to try closing the door and it just won't stay closed! What a helpless feeling. You can't lock it; you can't leave it like it is. Or, let's say you head down to your vehicle to head out to work in the morning a... More
Wash Me, Wash Me Right (How to Wash a Vehicle)
June 6, 2021
Most would agree they'd rather drive around in a clean, shiny vehicle than one coated with a layer of dirt. When warmer weather comes around, some of us are bound and determined to wash our own vehicles. And to protect the paint and its luster, there are a few things to keep in mind when you ge... More
Fall and Spring Checkup in Fort Myers
June 6, 2021
When I was a kid, my dad always made sure he took the cars in for Spring and Fall checkups. I was telling a friend that it's about time to get into Tuffy Fort Myers (Daniels Pkwy) for a checkup and he said that he read on the internet that modern cars don't need seasonal service.My friend is (tec... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Fort Myers (Daniels Pkwy): Alignment Inspection
June 4, 2021
Uneven tire wear, the car pulling to one side or a steering wheel that is off-center are signs for Fort Myers drivers that their wheels may be out of alignment.When doing an alignment inspection, the service advisor at Tuffy Fort Myers (Daniels Pkwy) will inspect your tires for uneven wear as wel... More
10 Services Fort Myers Drivers Often Overlook
June 3, 2021
We live such busy lives nowadays: work, social events, running the kids all over Fort Myers. Some days it's all we can do to keep track of everywhere we need to be. That's why you've gotta be organized. Smartphones, calendar apps - we have to keep track of it all.So let's talk about schedules. S... More
Give Your Engine Clean Fuel with a New Fuel Filter from Tuffy Fort Myers (Daniels Pkwy)
June 2, 2021
Your vehicle requires plenty of clean fuel to run. If your fuel contains contaminants, your fuel injectors will eventually become clogged up. When this happens, your vehicle engine may not get the proper amount of fuel at the correct pressure to run at peak performance. This hurts performance as... More
Don't Be Fuelish
June 1, 2021
If you smell gasoline in your vehicle, pay attention to your nose. That's because it has an important message for you. Newer vehicles should never have a gasoline smell inside. One of the most dangerous conditions can come when your fuel line system has a leak or multiple leaks. Vehicles with fue... More