The Courtesy Auto Repair Plus Guide to Vehicle Diagnosis

January 3, 2021

Modern Tiffin vehicles have several computers on board that control all kinds of things like engine functions, transmission shifts, traction control, anti-lock brakes, stability control, emissions and on some vehicles, even steering, braking and the throttle.Think about that for a minute things... More

Before You Buy that Used Vehicle (Having a Used Car Inspected Before Buying)

January 1, 2021

Let's face it. New vehicles are expensive, so finding a good used one can save drivers a lot of money. It's tempting to look through ads, find a private seller who has what you're looking for and pay a price you think is a great deal. But when you go over to look at a used car, do you really k... More

Steer Me Right! (Failing Power Steering Hose)

December 27, 2020

Most drivers love how easy it is to turn their vehicles, and they have power steering to thank. Engineers have figured out a way to take some of your engine's power to help you turn. Without it, steering can be quite a chore. New power systems are electric, but there are still plenty of the old... More

The Importance of Tiffin Drivers Following Service Intervals

December 20, 2020

Today in our Courtesy Auto Repair Plus blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life in Tiffin with recommended intervals: Let's start with twice yearly dental check-ups and regular physical exams. How about laundry, wate... More

STRAIGHT TALK ABOUT STEERING (Loose Steering)

December 13, 2020

Perhaps you've heard someone use the term "loose steering." And it's pretty much what it sounds like. You turn the steering wheel and the vehicle's wheels don't seem to go exactly where you thought you were pointing them. You have to constantly make steering adjustments. Loose steering is slop... More

Good Timing: Proper Timing Belt Replacement Saves Money for Tiffin Drivers

December 6, 2020

Knowing how their engine works can help Tiffin drivers make informed decisions about auto care and prevent repairs to their vehicles. This is especially true when it comes to timing belts.An engine's power is generated in the cylinders. Inside the cylinder is a piston that moves up and down whil... More

Professional Fuel System Cleaning

November 29, 2020

Getting adequate fuel to your engine is very important for performance, fuel economy and safety. In order to accomplish this, your fuel system needs to be clean.Today's production cars have fuel injectors, rather than a carburetor. The injectors need to be cleaned from time to time in order to de... More

Fresh Air Inside Your Car in Tiffin

November 22, 2020

Air quality has certainly become a hot issue in our modern world. We install air filters on our ventilation systems and in our vacuum cleaners. There's a filter that cleans the air going into our vehicle's engine so why not one for the air in the passenger compartment?Foreign and domestic vehic... More

Keeping Your 'Old Faithful' Auto Running

November 15, 2020

At Courtesy Auto Repair Plus we've had a lot of Tiffin customers asking how they can make their vehicles last longer. These questions are actually a reflection of a trend that's been building for several years in Ohio. The median age of personal vehicles is now over nine years. And 33 percent of ... More

Smart Tiffin Drivers Protect Against Overheating

November 8, 2020

Engines get hot when they run. This heat can build up and damage vital engine parts, so engines need a cooling system to keep them running. Cooling system failure is the most common mechanical failure in vehicles. This is unfortunate, because these failures are usually easy for Tiffin drivers to... More