Making Sense of the O2 Sensor (Oxygen Sensor Replacement)
November 17, 2024
As you know, todays vehicles rely on a lot of computers in them to keep them running clean and efficiently. Those computers depend on information delivered by several sensors throughout the engine and exhaust system. And one of the most important is the oxygen sensor. Known as the O2 sensor f... More
Exhaust Service at Tuffy Pelham: Passing the Smell Test
September 1, 2024
The exhaust system on a vehicle is more complex than most Pelham residents realize. It contains everything from old-fashioned pipes and clamps to sophisticated computers and sensors. All Alabama folks know a properly functioning exhaust system is good for the environment, but sometimes we forget... More
Pelham Exhaust and Emissions Service
December 31, 2023
Many Pelham residents don't realize that there is more to exhaust system maintenance than just tailpipes and mufflers, if you can see smoke or if it's too loud. Exhaust service at a full-service automotive center like Tuffy Pelham is really a lot more comprehensive these days.For example, in the... More
Tuffy Pelham Automotive Tips: Diagnostic Service
November 22, 2020
Imagine waking up one morning with a stomach ache. You pick up the phone, call the doctors office and say, Ive got a really bad tummy ache. How much will it cost to make me feel better? Of course you wouldnt do that. You know that there could be a lot of reasons for your symptoms and that the doc... More
Positive Crankcase Ventilation ? PCV Valve Service at Tuffy Pelham
August 2, 2020
Hello Pelham! Did you know that the first federally-mandated emissions control device was introduced in the 1960's? The Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve, or PCV valve, has been installed in Alabama vehicles since 1964 and represents the first legislation by the United States government to reg... More
PCV Valve: What Is It?
January 19, 2020
Most Pelham drivers know something about preventive maintenance on a vehicle. We know we should routinely replace the oil and wiper blades and other fluids. But have you heard of a PCV valve ? This little car part needs to be replaced regularly or it can cause some serious problems in your vehicl... More