Beginning to See the Light (Check Engine Light Diagnostics)
October 10, 2021
It's a light many drivers fear they'll see turn on at the most inopportune time. It's the one on the dash that says "Check Engine," "Service Engine Soon," or it may be simply an engine-shaped light. Your first instinct may be to pull off to the side of the road and turn off the engine. The truth... More
Battery Basics for Tiffin
October 3, 2021
It's important for Tiffin drivers to know battery basics. First, let's talk about which is harder on a battery hot or cold Ohio weather. Most Tiffin area drivers think it's cold weather because that's when we call on our batteries to have enough power to start a cold vehicle engine. However, he... More
Drivers that "T" Us Off (Bad Driving Practices)
September 26, 2021
We've all seen drivers who do things thatlet's be frankreally irritate us. They're inconsiderate, can put people in danger and make the road a much less friendly place. They really "T" us off. These are the bad drivers who fit their description to a "T." The Tailgater. You've seen this terr... More
Line Them Up: Wheel Alignment Service at Courtesy Auto Repair Plus
September 19, 2021
Hello Tiffin! Let's talk about alignment. One of the most important parts of preventive maintenance for your vehicle is keeping the wheels in alignment. Poor alignment causes your tires to wear unevenly, which can significantly reduce their lifespan. This means you will have to replace them more... More
Courtesy Auto Repair Plus Advice on What to Pour into Your Vehicle
September 12, 2021
Changes in vehicle design and manufacture have resulted in changed fluid requirements for our vehicles. With the sophistication of engines, transmissions, differentials, etc., it's best for Tiffin residents to always use the proper type of fluid for their vehicle. Using incorrect fluids can actu... More
Does My Choice in Oil Affect Change Intervals?
September 5, 2021
Oil changes are probably the most recognized service on a vehicle. Almost all Tiffin residents know about them. But do we know enough?Several decades ago, oil changes were fairly standard: every three months or 3,000 miles or 5,000 kilometers. But recent advances in both engine technology and oi... More
Singing a Different Tune (Up) (Tune Ups)
August 29, 2021
Engines required a lot more maintenance in earlier times. You'd have to have your spark plugs, wires, rotors, caps, distributor points, fuel and air filters changed periodically. There were mechanical adjustments of a vehicle's timing, dwell, spark gap and idle mixture, too. Unless you like to ... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Slow Down Around Tiffin
August 22, 2021
There's not much we can do about the price of gas in Tiffin, Ohio, but we do quite a bit about how much we use as we're driving on our Tiffin streets.Our driving habits can dramatically affect our fuel economy.The first thing we can do is watch the 'go-pedal.' Hard acceleration just sucks the gas... More
The Puzzling Puddle (Leaks Under Vehicle)
August 15, 2021
Ever notice a little spot of liquid under your vehicle after you've parked in your driveway or garage? It may have been something as simple as water left from air conditioning condensation. But then again, it could be a sign that there's trouble brewing in one of your vehicle's systems. You can ... More