Tuffy Tire And Auto Service
530 E. Maple Rd, Troy, MI 48083 248.585.2770

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How Cool is That! (Coolant level sensor replacement)

Your vehicle’s engine runs hot.  It should, since it’s a series of little explosions that create the power that gets you going where you want to go.  To keep the engine cool, eng...
Published on: Mar 23, 2025

Radiator Fans

If you’re old enough, you’ve heard the term “fan belt." Back in the day, the radiator fan in your vehicle was turned by a belt driven by the engine. There are still belt driven fans,...
Published on: Aug 02, 2023

Simple Answers from Tuffy Tire And Auto Service for Troy: Cooling System

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My engine never overheats. Why should I get a cooling system service in Troy?Tuffy Tire And Auto Service Answer:That's a really good question for Troy drivers to ask, bec...
Published on: Feb 27, 2023

The Hot Switch (Coolant Vacuum Valve Switch)

When the weather gets cooler, you want the cabin of your vehicle to stay warm.  When you switch on the heat, you may find the air that comes out of the vents just isn't hot.  The problem co...
Published on: Dec 05, 2022

Heater Core

{{ image('MzU0') }} Troy drivers may wonder where the air in a vehicle's passenger compartment comes from. Well, as your engine starts to warm up, it also warms the coolant/antifr...
Published on: Nov 28, 2022

Thermostat

The thermostat is an important part of your cooling system. Your vehicle’s thermostat performs a similar function to the thermostat in your home. At home, you set your thermostat to maintain a c...
Published on: Feb 26, 2022

Cooling System Service at Tuffy Tire And Auto Service in Troy

Troy drivers often ask questions about the cooling system, the system that cools your vehicle engine and keeps it at the proper operating temperature. Let’s examine the topic in two areas: ...
Published on: Nov 23, 2021

Air Blend Box

Troy drivers push a few buttons or turn some knobs, and voila! They have air blowing on their feet or cool air chilling their face. But how does all that happen? Well, it's all thanks to the air ...
Published on: May 10, 2021