
What Is an EGR Valve? (EGR Valve Service)
June 13, 2021
If you've ever felt your vehicle hesitate, go, then hesitate again, you might think there's something wrong with the transmission. After all, it's not moving smoothly down the road. But there are plenty of malfunctions that can cause those symptoms, one of them being something you may have nev... More

Automotive Tips from South Side Garage: Knowing When Your Timing Belt Should Be Replaced
June 6, 2021
The timing belt in your engine controls the opening and closing of the intake and exhaust valves. OKLAHOMA CITY drivers need to replace it on a schedule to avoid failure.Timing belts are very difficult to get to, requiring quite a bit of labor to access. Timing belt replacement is one of the more... More

Steer Clear of Power Steering Problems (Power Steering Maintenance)
May 30, 2021
We usually take our vehicle's easy steering for granted until something goes wrong. Power steering is what makes it almost effortless to turn the steering wheel, aiming your vehicle in the direction you want to go. Without the assistance of power from the engine, steering would be a laborious pr... More

The Maintenance Free Myth
May 23, 2021
Sometimes we hear people in OKLAHOMA CITY say, "What's up with all this maintenance stuff? Modern cars just don't break down." While it is true that today's vehicles are extremely reliable, they are also becoming increasingly complicated and use more exotic materials than ever before. All that c... More

The Cable Guy (Battery Cables and Maintenance)
May 16, 2021
If you've ever noticed your vehicle's lights are dim or not working at all, the problem could be many things. But one possibility is your battery cables aren't doing their job. A power outage in your vehicle is similar to one in your house and needs to be repaired to get things back to normal. ... More

Tracking True in OKLAHOMA CITY: Wheel Alignment
May 9, 2021
At South Side Garage, we occasionally see severe tire damage that could have been prevented with proper wheel alignment. During a South Side Garage alignment service, your vehicle is put on an alignment rack where the tires, steering and suspension parts are inspected for problems. Then the alig... More

The South Side Garage Guide to Servicing Your Differential
May 2, 2021
Differential? What's that? And what's it for? I've been told by my service advisor that I need to get it serviced, but is that on the level?Do these questions sound familiar? They're not uncommon for OKLAHOMA CITY drivers. A lot of us in OKLAHOMA CITY don't know what a differential is or what it... More

When Are Your Tires Worn Out?
April 25, 2021
Hey OKLAHOMA CITY area drivers, are your tires worn out? What is the standard for our Oklahoma streets? How can you tell on your vehicle?While there may be legal requirements for the OKLAHOMA CITY area, there are safety concerns that go beyond meeting minimum replacement mandates.Two-thirty-sec... More

The Right Fluids for Your Vehicle
April 18, 2021
The current vehicles in the market have over a century of engineering behind them. They have evolved into complex and powerful machines. Developments in their engines, however, have coincided with advances in many other vehicle components, including the fluids.It's up to people in OKLAHOMA CITY ... More

South Side Garage Advice on What to Pour into Your Vehicle
April 11, 2021
Changes in vehicle design and manufacture have resulted in changed fluid requirements for our vehicles. With the sophistication of engines, transmissions, differentials, etc., it's best for OKLAHOMA CITY residents to always use the proper type of fluid for their vehicle. Using incorrect fluids c... More