Do I Need Brake Service? (Brake Service)
May 18, 2025
Think of how many times you put your foot on your vehicles brake pedal every day. And think of how much you rely on your brakes to slow down and stop your momentum. When it comes to safety systems, your brakes are at the top of the list, and thats why its so important to keep them in top condit... More
Oh, Stop! (Disc Brake Service)
May 11, 2025
Every time you drive your vehicle, you wear down your brakes just a little bit. And after a while, that adds up. Gradually, your stopping power isn't like it used to be. Since brakes are one of your vehicle's most important safety features, it just makes sense to keep them performing well. Mos... More
Recommended Service Intervals at Courtesy Auto Repair Plus
July 14, 2019
Most people in the Tiffin area are aware that automotive manufacturers have recommended service intervals. Following recommended service intervals is very important. The engineers that design our vehicles have tested the various systems and components to meet durability and safety standards. Some... More
Hey Tiffin Drivers, How Many Miles Are on Your Car?
September 23, 2018
Nowadays, Tiffin drivers are paying more at Ohio gas pumps. For some families it adds up to several hundred dollars every month. That's got to come out of the budget somewhere. This is one of the reasons many Ohio drivers are putting off buying a new car. They plan on keeping their old vehicle fo... More
For Brakes' Sake (Brake Rotor Service in Tiffin)
September 2, 2018
Think of how much abuse your brakes take. Day in and day out, they stop your vehicle when it's going fast and when it's going slow. Maybe your vehicle has been vibrating when you brake, or maybe it seems like your stopping distance is a little bit longer than it used to be. Then it's time to get ... More
Deciphering the Courtesy Auto Repair Plus Menu Board
August 20, 2018
Let's talk about deciphering the auto service menu board. Tiffin, Ohio, service centers like Courtesy Auto Repair Plus have a board that lists the routine services they provide. But some people don't know what these services really are unless they ask. Let's go down a typical list, in alphabetic... More
Recommended Tiffin Service Intervals
November 19, 2017
Everyone in Tiffin, Ohio, knows we are advised to go to our Tiffin dentist twice a year. Oral-conscious Tiffin residents have a teeth-cleaning and examination. Once a year, we get x-rays to look for problems that can't be seen with the naked eye. When our dentist is done, he/she tells us what wa... More
Should Tiffin Soccer Moms Follow the Severe Service Schedule?
March 12, 2017
So you take your vehicle in for maintenance and the pro at Courtesy Auto Repair Plus tells you that you ought to change your oil more often. What? You followed the maintenance schedule but you take a second look at that severe service schedule and see some of the following: 1. Most of your trips... More
Easy Miles ? Do Tiffin Driving Conditions Affect Service Intervals?
December 25, 2016
Have you ever noticed that your vehicle has a schedule in your owner's manual for what is called severe service maintenance? Let's define what severe driving conditions aren't: The easiest driving a vehicle experiences is traveling on the interstate for 20 miles (32 kilometers) or more at a cons... More
Courtesy Auto Repair Plus Advice: Don't Overlook These 10 Automotive Services
December 11, 2016
Organization is the key to managing a busy life in Ohio. So setting up an annual calendar for vehicle care can keep Tiffin residents on top of preventive maintenance. But you can't just write oil change every few months on the calendar. Modern vehicles have many systems that are vital to the safe... More