NOT JUST ANOTHER CUSTOMER (Finding the Right Service Facility)
August 21, 2022
You might remember a hit TV sitcom that was set in a bar, a place where "everybody knows your name." The idea, of course, is people feel more comfortable where they aren't just another customer among many; they're special because their relationship goes back a few years. That comfortable relat... More
Beginning to See the Light (Check Engine Light Diagnostics)
August 14, 2022
It's a light many drivers fear they'll see turn on at the most inopportune time. It's the one on the dash that says "Check Engine," "Service Engine Soon," or it may be simply an engine-shaped light. Your first instinct may be to pull off to the side of the road and turn off the engine. The truth... More
Your Vehicle is Talking to YOU (Service Warning Signs)
August 7, 2022
Your vehicle may be like that famous battery bunny, the one that just keeps going and going. But while it may seem sometimes like you never need to take your vehicle in to be worked on, there are some things you should keep your eyes, ears and nose out for. They are warning you about something t... More
Sounds Like a Hot Rod (Noisy Exhaust System)
July 31, 2022
Driving along, your exhaust system's rumbling so loud that people turn and stare at you pass by. You're wondering when the police are going to pull you over for illegal noise. Your mind immediately thinks, aha! A broken muffler. Well, your exhaust system is composed of many more parts than just... More
Economics of Maintenance for OKLAHOMA CITY Auto Owners
July 24, 2022
Buying a new car in OKLAHOMA CITY is always a big financial decision. The allure of that new car smell is powerful, to be sure. But what if your current car is still in good shape? How do you decide?People in OKLAHOMA CITY who've been used to driving a new car every three to five years may be ha... More
Which Item Is Most Stolen from Vehicles in OKLAHOMA CITY?
July 17, 2022
Which item is most often stolen from vehicles in OKLAHOMA CITY?Is it: Stereo Wheels Air Bag DVD System Well, if you said stereo you used to be right. But airbags have now surpassed stereos as the biggest target for theft in Oklahoma approximately 50,000 a year are stolen across the country.... More
The Easy Way to Save Cash in OKLAHOMA CITY
July 10, 2022
The hottest Oklahoma news story may be different every day, but there's one topic that seems to come up over and over again the price of gas in OKLAHOMA CITY. If you feel like most of your paycheck goes into your gas tank, this post is for you. Here are several basic things people in OKLAHOMA C... More
Differential Service at South Side Garage: Viva la Difference
July 3, 2022
Every vehicle on Oklahoma roads has a differential, and it is important to the proper operation of the vehicle. But most OKLAHOMA CITY residents don't have a clue what it is.The differential compensates for differing wheel speeds. For example, when you turn, the inside tire on the turn travels ... More
Don't be Fuelish (Signs Fuel Pump is Failing)
June 26, 2022
A driver of a large SUV loaded with equipment was heading on a 7-hour work trip when he stopped at a gas station to refuel. When he went to restart his SUV, it turned over but wouldn't catch. Try as he might, he was never able to get it started again. Of course there are many things that can c... More
Automotive Tips from South Side Garage: Brake Noise
June 19, 2022
Your brake pads are the important parts that rub against the rotor (or disc) to slow and stop your car when driving in OKLAHOMA CITY. They eventually wear down.When your pads are worn too much, they wont stop your vehicle as well. When the friction material is worn away, metal parts of the pad ar... More