The Tuffy Pelham Guide to Vehicle Diagnosis

May 5, 2024

Modern Pelham 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

Diagnosing Your Vehicle at Tuffy Pelham in Pelham

January 1, 2023

When we Pelham residents get a car repair bill, we really shouldn't be surprised to find diagnostic fees as one of the line items. When we get a computer fixed, there is usually a charge for the time it takes to diagnose the problem. When we go to a medical doctor, most of his fee is for his abil... More

On Board Diagnostics for Your Engine

May 1, 2022

Starting in 1996, Tuffy Pelham service technicians have been able to use a standardized diagnostic system to help determine what is wrong with a vehicle. This diagnostic system works in tandem with the Engine Control Modules for each vehicle's engine. The Engine Control Module is a computer that ... More

What Is That? Check Engine Light Service at Tuffy Pelham

January 12, 2020

Okay. You went to your local Pelham car wash, and while your vehicle was under the dryer, the Check Engine light started flashing. Panic! What did you just do? Something is seriously wrong with the vehicle! You head for the nearest Pelham service center, but on the way, the Check Engine light st... More