Busted: The Maintenance-Free Myth in Tiffin
April 14, 2024
There's a segment of the Tiffin area population that's not committed to proper vehicle maintenance. Now, the ignition system in your vehicle is electronic and controlled by the engine management computer. Spark plugs rarely get fouled and will last for as much as 100,000 miles (160,000 kilomete... More
Tiffin Drivers Severe Service Maintenance Schedules
January 21, 2024
Since driving requirements and lifestyles differ among Tiffin drivers, your vehicle manufacturer publishes two auto maintenance schedules: the regular schedule and the severe service schedule. Which schedule should Tiffin drivers follow? Here are some questions to ask yourself:Are most of your tr... More
Gas Savings in Tiffin: Sharpen Your Pencil
January 14, 2024
High gas prices in Tiffin increase the cost of living for Ohio drivers. You've probably budgeted a certain amount for vehicle related expenses. Increased fuel costs now consume a larger portion of our incomes, causing some Tiffin vehicle owners to skimp in other areas like scheduled maintenance... More
The Harm in Skipping an Oil Change for Tiffin Drivers
January 7, 2024
People in Tiffin have been hearing a lot about higher oil change intervals these days. Maybe you're wondering: What are the key issues?Some new vehicle manufacturers are now recommending much higher oil change intervals than they have in the past. As much as 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8,000 km to 13,... More
Can Your Car Last Another Year?
December 31, 2023
Have you checked out the price of new vehicles at Tiffin car dealers? Ouch! Add financing and insurance and a new ride may not seem so attractive. A lot of Tiffin, Ohio, folks are hoping to make their cars last a lot longer.Fortunately, with the current state of automotive engineering and manufa... More
Let Courtesy Auto Repair Plus Help You Keep Your Vehicle Another Couple of Years
August 13, 2023
Tiffin area residents may remember when the U.S. government's Cash for Clunkers program made a splash on the news scene. People were offered incentives to trade in old vehicles for new, in the interest of better and improved air quality from reduced emissions.But a lot of Tiffin drivers want to h... More
Hold the Oil! (Oil Pan Gasket Replacement)
June 11, 2023
You've likely heard how important oil is to your vehicle's engine. Did you know that there's one part that's responsible for holding that oil so you can use it every day? It's called the oil pan, and it sits at the bottom of the engine. The oil pan is a vital, though simple, part of your engine's... More
Commitment to Make Your vehicle Last at Courtesy Auto Repair Plus
May 7, 2023
These days many people in the Tiffin area are really committed to making their cars last a long time. First thing: you've got to start with what you've got. It'd be ideal if people started with a brand new car, never missed a scheduled service item, paid attention to the severe service maintenan... More
Courtesy Auto Repair Plus and the Maintenance Mindset
February 26, 2023
When it comes to their vehicles, some Tiffin residents don't have a maintenance mindset. They know they need to take care of their cars, but it just seems really hard to get them to remember to do it. Tiffin drivers generally accept that many things in life require regular maintenance but just m... More
Courtesy Auto Repair Plus: Why Replace Your Engine Air Filter?
November 27, 2022
Just as our bodies need clean air to function properly, your vehicle engine needs clean air to operate efficiently. Let's go egghead for a minute. For every gallon of gas we burn driving on Tiffin streets, 20 pounds of carbon dioxide comes out the tailpipe. Question: how can a gallon of gas that... More