A Hot Mess (AC System-Compresser)

November 12, 2023

Air conditioning used to be a real luxury in a vehicle, but now it's standard in most. Your vehicle's air conditioning system is built to last a pretty long time, but like anything mechanical, sometimes it fails. It helps to know a little about how the A/C works. There's a compressor that press... More

I'm Cool With That (AC Exchange)

May 14, 2023

On a hot day, you want your vehicle's air conditioning to work. When the air blowing out of your vents isn't cold, it's easy to think, "I'll just take it by the shop and have them top off my refrigerant." But while some people think air conditioning is that simple, it's actually not. If your ref... More

Air Conditioning Service in Plainfield

August 28, 2022

Hey Plainfield! Let's talk about one of our Illinois summertime must-haves: your car A/C. It's real easy for Plainfield drivers to take their car's air conditioner for granted. Just push the right buttons and out comes cool, dry, clean air. But your air conditioning system needs attention from ti... More

To Fix or Not To Fix: That Is the Question.

October 17, 2021

No matter what vehicle you drive, when certain things break, you have to make a decision. Should I get it fixed now, later or never? Air conditioning is one of those things. You can certainly live without air conditioning, but it sure is nice to have on a sweltering day. Let's say your air con... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfield: Air Conditioning ? Common Problem

September 20, 2020

Your auto air conditioning system cools and conditions the air in your passenger compartment when you are driving around Plainfield. It also removes moisture from the air to keep your windows from fogging up.A common A/C problem for Plainfield drivers that visit Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfie... More

Air Conditioning Maintenance at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfield in Plainfield

February 24, 2019

Warm weather or cold, Plainfield drivers still need to think about their vehicle's air conditioning. Most Plainfield people don't service their air conditioning until after it fails. At Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfield, we can advise you on your vehicle manufacturers preventive maintenance s... More

A Cold Day in Plainfield ? Air Conditioning Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfield

August 20, 2018

Most Plainfield drivers worry about a breakdown or a tire blowout on a busy Illinois highway, but don't worry too much about failure of their air conditioning system. A breakdown on the side of the road can be a miserable and dangerous affair during Plainfield rush hour, but so can a long ride i... More

Plainfield Air Conditioning Service

June 14, 2018

Working up a sweat is a great thing to do in a gym around Plainfield, but not in your vehicle. When Plainfield residents' vehicle AC Systems have a problem, they'll often feel it right away. The question is, how long do you put up with it? You know, the old comfort versus cost dilemma. But a more... More

Cool Breeze: Air Conditioning Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfield in Plainfield

April 4, 2018

Most Illinois auto owners know that their vehicles need regular preventive maintenance like changing the oil and filters, rotating the tires and refilling the washer fluid. But did you know that your air conditioning system needs routine maintenance as well? Taking care of your air conditioning ... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfield: Air Conditioning Inspection

January 22, 2018

Most auto manufacturers recommend an interval for an air conditioning system inspection. The inspection uncovers leaks, worn hoses and assesses the condition of the other components.Environmental laws in some around Plainfield require leaks to be repaired before refrigerant can be added. Also som... More