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Heating and Cooling
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P H I L O S O P H Y & VA LU E S
For over 25 years, Tuffy has been committed to:
Treating our customers with honesty, respect and professionalism.
Providing quality parts and service at an exceptional value.
Recognizing that satisfied customers are the foundation of our business.
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At Tuffy, we realize that our future success is determined
by how well we exceed our customers' expectations today.
 
We're Specialists in the following Services and Products for most American and Imported cars, trucks and vans!
 OIL & LUBRICATION SERVICES
  Oil Change
  Chassis Lube
  Oil Filter
  Tire Rotation
 
EXHAUST SYSTEMS
  Lifetime Warranted Mufflers
  Turbo Mufflers
  Exhaust Pipes
  Tail Pipes
  Dual Exhaust
  Catalytic Converters
  Related Parts & Accessories
  Custom Bending
  Performance Exhausts
   
BRAKING SYSTEMS
  Disc Brakes:
 
  Pads
   Rotors
  Calipers
  Hold Down Kits
  Drum Brakes
 
  Shoes
  Drums
Master Cylinders
  Wheel Cylinders
   
STARTING & CHARGING
FRONT WHEEL DRIVE
  CV Joints
  CV Boots
  Rack & Pinion Steering
  Complete Drive Axles
 
SHOCKS & STRUTS
  Standard Shock Absorbers
  Heavy Duty Shocks
  Radial Tuned Shocks
  Gas Pressurized Shocks
  Load Levelers
  Van & Truck Shocks
  Air Shocks
  Gas Pressurized
  MacPherson Struts
   
SUSPENSION
  Coil Springs
  Front & Rear
  Leaf Springs
  Car & Truck
   
AIR CONDITIONING
 
ALIGNMENT
 
BATTERIES
 
HEATING & COOLING SYSTEMS

No Appointment Necessary
We Honor All National Muffler Warranties

Tuffy Mufflers, Shocks, Struts, Brake Pads & Shoes are all covered by
Tuffy's Famous Lifetime Warranty – Good For As Long As You Own Your Car

 

Scheduled Maintenance Guide

As recommended by these vehicle manufacturers.*

FORD

GENERAL MOTORS CHRYSLER, PLYMOUTH, DODGE
3K – Every 3,000 Miles
Change engine oil and oil filter - lubricate as necessary
Inspect all fluid levels, belts, hoses, and tire pressures
6K – At 6,000 - 18,000 - 42,000 - 54,000 - 66,000 - 78,000 Miles
Change engine oil and oil filter - lubricate as necessary
Inspect all fluid levels, belts, hoses, and tire pressures
Rotate tires, Adjust tire pressure
Brake inspection
12K – At 24,000 - 36,000 - 48,000 - 72,000 - 84,000 - 96,000 Miles
Change engine oil and oil filter - lubricate as necessary
Inspect all fluid levels, belts, hoses, and tire pressures
Rotate tires, Adjust tire pressure
Brake inspection
Balance and rotate wheels
15K – 15,000 Miles
Change engine oil and oil filter - lubricate as necessary
Inspect all fluid levels, belts, hoses, and tire pressures
30K – 30,000 - 90,000 Miles
Change engine oil and oil filter - lubricate as necessary
Inspect all fluid levels, belts, hoses, and tire pressures
Rotate tires, Adjust tire pressure
Brake System Service - visual inspection of pads/linings, lines, hoses
Change automatic transmission fluid & filter
Inspect front suspension -
ball joints, drive shaft, axle boots, & steering linkage
Replace air filter
Replace fuel filter
Replace spark plugs
Inspect exhaust system
Inspect and lubricate wheel bearings, check end play and repack
45K – 45,000 - 75,000 Miles
Change engine oil and oil filter - lubricate as necessary
Inspect all fluid levels, belts, hoses, and tire pressures
Brake System Service - visual inspection of pads/linings, lines, hoses
Inspect front suspension -
ball joints, drive shaft, axle boots, & steering linkage
Replace air filter
Flush & fill cooling system
Inspect exhaust system
60K – 60,000 Miles
   Change engine oil and oil filter - lubricate as necessary
Inspect all fluid levels, belts, hoses, and tire pressures
Rotate tires, Adjust tire pressure
Balance & Rotate Wheels
Brake System Service - visual inspection of pads/linings, lines, hoses
Change automatic transmission fluid & filter
Inspect front suspension -
ball joints, drive shaft, axle boots, & steering linkage
Replace air filter
Replace fuel filter
Replace spark plugs
Inspect exhaust system
Inspect and lubricate wheel bearings, check end play and repack
Replace manual transmission fluid
Replace transfer case fluid
Replace timing belt
3K – Every 3,000 Miles
Change engine oil and oil filter
Lubricate & Inspect front suspension, drive line, steering, hinges, cable
guides and contact points (If applicable)
Inspect drive belts, hoses, cables, lights, horn, filters, tires and
fluid levels
6K – At 6,000 - 12,000 - 36,000 - 51,000 - 66,000 - 81,000 Miles
Change engine oil and oil filter
Lubricate & Inspect front suspension, drive line, steering, hinges, cable
guides and contact points (If applicable)
Inspect drive belts, hoses, cables, lights, horn, filters, tires and
fluid levels
Rotate tires
Inspect throttle linkage
Inspect choke and hose (if equipped)
Torque carburetor or throttle body mounting bolts (6,000 miles only)
15K – 15,000 - 45,000 - 75,000 - 105,000 Miles
Change engine oil and oil filter
Lubricate & Inspect front suspension, drive line, steering, hinges, cable
guides and contact points (If applicable)
Inspect drive belts, hoses, cables, lights, horn, filters, tires and
fluid levels
Clean & Inspect front disc brake system
Clean & Inspect Rear Brake System
Inspect parking brake for damage and operation (adjust if needed)
Inspect exhaust system & heat shields for leaks, damage or loose parts
Thrust angle alignment and Check four wheel run-out
30K – 30,000 - 60,000 - 90,000 - 120,000 Miles
For vehicles without 100,000 miles plugs and coolant
Change engine oil and oil filter
Lubricate & Inspect front suspension, drive line, steering, hinges, cable
guides and contact points (If applicable)
Inspect drive belts, hoses, cables, lights, horn, filters, tires and
fluid levels
Replace PCV valve
Clean and Inspect front disc brake system
Clean and Inspect rear brake system
Inspect exhaust system & heat shields for leaks, damage or loose parts
Replace air cleaner & PCV filter
Inspect choke & hose (if equipped)
Inspect EGR system
Replace and or adjust spark plugs
Complete fuel system service - Clean injection system (if applicable)
Inspect wires & connectors
Check engine timing
Inspect fuel tank cap and lines
Replace fuel filter - EFI
Flush cooling system, tighten hoses & connections, replace coolant in
engine block, heater core and radiator, pressure test system
100K
Change engine oil and oil filter
Replace 100,000 mile spark plugs
Service Transmission fluid & filter
Flush cooling system & Replace coolant plus spark plugs
3K – Every 3,000 Miles
Check fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power
steering and transaxle - add fluid if required
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage
Change engine oil and filter, lubricate as necessary
Inspect brake hoses
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, corrosion or damage
6K – At 6,000 Miles
Check fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power
steering and transaxle - add fluid if required
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage
Change engine oil and filter, lubricate as necessary
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, corrosion or damage
Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation
Inspect CV joints and front suspension boots and seals
Inspect front and rear brake linings
Rotate tires
Check coolant hoses and clamps
15K – At 15,000 Miles
Check fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power
steering and transaxle - add fluid if required
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage
Change engine oil and filter, lubricate as necessary
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, corrosion or damage
Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation
Inspect CV joints and front suspension boots and seals
Check coolant hoses and clamps
Inspect and adjust drive belts
Replace air filter
Replace automatic transmission fluid and filter, using fluid specially
formulated for electronic transaxles
30K – At 30,000 - 60,000 - 90,000 Miles
Check fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power
steering and transaxle - add fluid if required
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage
Change engine oil and filter, lubricate as necessary
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, corrosion or damage
Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation
Inspect CV joints and front suspension boots and seals
Check coolant hoses and clamps
Inspect and adjust drive belts
Replace air filter
Replace automatic transmission fluid and filter, using fluid specially
formulated for electronic transaxles
Inspect brake hoses
Inspect front and rear brake linings
Rotate tires
100K
Change engine oil and filter, lubricate as necessary
Replace spark plugs
Drain & refill automatic transmission fluid, change filter, adjust bands
Drain & refill transfer case fluid

* The recommendations listed are for severe service maintenance. Please refer to your specific owners manual for your vehicle
specific maintenance schedule.

                   
Fleet Services
A Custom Maintenance Program
For Your Company's Vehicles

For more than twenty-five years, Tuffy Auto Service Centers have earned a reputation in automotive service,
maintenance and repair by offering customers quality, lifetime warranted parts; and quick, courteous, expert
service – simply, good value!

Your locally owned and operated Tuffy Auto Service Center is now offering businesses in our community that
same successful formula for fast, efficient, and professional vehicle maintenance services,
at a cost effective price.

With Tuffy's Fleet Service Program, we can customize a vehicle maintenance and repair program to meet the
specific needs and budgets of your business. Some of the benefits Tuffy can offer:
- Special Fleet Service pricing and discounts on Tuffy's full range of professional services.
- Immediate access to our extensive inventories of the most frequently needed parts.
- Tuffy can maintain inventories of special parts for your particular vehicles.
- Special discounts for the personal vehicles of your employees.
- One-time monthly invoicing for all services provided.
- Vehicle pick-up and delivery service.
- Quick, telephone estimates of part and repair costs.
- Always, FREE estimates and inspections.
 
Tuffy TTQ

No Appointment
Necessary

Same Day Service

Convenient Hours

Pickup & Delivery

Shuttle Service

Complete Car Care

Monthly Billing

90 Days Same As Cash

Lifetime Warranties

Locally Owned
and Operated

That's Tuffy Total Quality. Quality Technicians, Quality Training and Quality Parts and Suppliers.  Starting with the Tuffy Technician.
ASE certified
Tuffy technicians are certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. Founded in 1972 as a nonprofit, independent entity dedicated to improving the quality of automotive service and repair through the voluntary testing certification of automotive technicians. ASE certifications are recognized in all 50 states.
Technical Training Center
At the resources of our local franchisees is the Tuffy Technical Training Center. Based in our home town of Toledo, Ohio, this state of the art training facility is used for the training of Tuffy personnel. The Tuffy Training department, also provides ongoing support by visiting service centers around the nation and offering both "On The Job" training, as well as local classroom instruction.
Technical Hot Line
Our franchisees also have a Technical Hot Line available to them for advice on hard to identify problems. Located within our flagship store in Toledo, Ohio, our local franchisees have access to ASE Master Technicians equipped, not only with years of experience, but also with all of the latest computer programs and diagnostic procedures.
Vendor Support and Training
And if that is not enough, we have access to the best supplier and hot line networks in the industry. Tuffy Technicians supplement their training by working closely with the companies that manufacture the parts for your vehicle. Whether it is at the manufacturing plant, at the Technical Training Center or through on the job training, you can be assured that the Tuffy technician is the best trained in the industry.
 
 
   
Tuffy's Mission: To Provide the best automotive repair service in the industry through a continuous commitment to quality and customer service.
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