Right or Left? Tuffy Kentwood (Kalamazoo Ave SE) Power Steering Service

April 26, 2017

Have you ever driven a vehicle without power steering? If you have, then you probably appreciate how much easier it is to drive today's modern vehicles. Before power steering, all of the force to turn a vehicle had to come from the driver's arms. That's why old cars had such large steering wheels... More

Fuel Filter Replacement

April 17, 2017

Hello Kentwood resident! You would never like to drink a glass of mud, right? Well, your vehicle feels the same way. It needs a steady supply of clean fuel in order to run well and deliver good fuel economy. The fuel filter's job is to clean dirt and rust out of the fuel before it gets to your en... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Kentwood (Kalamazoo Ave SE): Serpentine Belt Tensioner

April 11, 2017

The serpentine belt tensioner applies pressure to the serpentine belt, maintaining optimal tension to drive the accessories like the alternator and A/C compressor. At Tuffy Kentwood (Kalamazoo Ave SE) we know that the service life of the belt tensioner is the same as the belt itself, so they shou... More

Fuel Filter Service in Kentwood, Michigan

April 4, 2017

There are a surprising number of small, inexpensive parts that can lead to expensive engine damage when they fail. It doesn't seem right.Fortunately a lot of those things can be taken care of in routine maintenance. They may not be easy to remember because it is a long list, but your service cent... More