What Is a Differential and Do You Have One?
April 28, 2024
With front-wheel drive being so common these days in Clermont, Florida, the differential is just taken care of during a transmission service, so most Clermont drivers don't even have to think about it. And rear-wheel drive differentials don't need to be serviced for years, so it's understandable... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy North Clermont: Timing Belt Overview
April 21, 2024
In your engine, valves over each combustion chamber open to allow fresh air in, close during the combustion event, and then other valves open to let out the exhaust. All of this happens over and over thousands of times a minute when you are driving around Clermont. The timing belts important job ... More
When Your Air Bag Light Comes On (Illuminated Air Bag Light)
April 14, 2024
There are some dashboard lights you should pay more attention to than others. One is the air bag light. If it's on and your vehicle is in an accident, your air bags probably won't do their job. Automakers began installing air bags in the late 1990's since they were mandatory in the United State... More
Greeted by a Screech (Loud Noise when Starting Vehicle)
April 7, 2024
No one likes to be greeted in the morning by having someone screech at you. The same goes for a loud, high-pitched noise your vehicle greets you with every time you start the engine. If you're wondering if that's normal, no, it isn't. And it is worth getting checked out. The good news is that... More