The South Side Garage Guide to Tire Specs
December 31, 2021
You know you need new tires, but you're not sure what type. You look at a tire to get the size: 225, 50, R, 16, 92, H. All the way to the OKLAHOMA CITY service center you keep repeating it over and over. You even say it over in your mind while waiting in line. Then you get to the counter and the... More
Fuel System Cleaning the Professional Way at South Side Garage
December 30, 2021
Your fuel system needs to be clean to do its job properly. When it gets dirty, the results are lower engine performance, reduced fuel economy and impaired safety. It can even lead to costly repair bills for OKLAHOMA CITY drivers. So keep your fuel system clean as part of your routine preventive m... More
It Pays to Take Care of Your Transmission at South Side Garage
December 29, 2021
If you've been paying attention, you've noticed that vehicle engines are getting more and more powerful in OKLAHOMA CITY. At the same time, they are getting better and better fuel economy. I've gotta tell 'ya, most of that's because of technological advances in transmissions. To get a better und... More
Sniffing Out a Problem
December 28, 2021
Your parents probably taught you to have common sense. When it comes to your vehicle, common scents can also come in handy. Different smells may tell you about some conditions in your vehicle that need attention. For example, you know what rotten eggs smell like. If you smell them around your ve... More
South Side Garage Engine Air Filter Replacement
December 27, 2021
When your experienced South Side Garage technician changes your oil, he will also inspect your air filter. You shouldn't need a new air filter at every oil change, but you will need to change it regularly. Heed your technician's auto advice if they tell you to change your air filter.An air filte... More
What to Do After You Buy a Used Vehicle in OKLAHOMA CITY
December 26, 2021
So you've bought a used vehicle in the OKLAHOMA CITY area. Do you know what you're getting? It is hard to know what you're getting because people in the OKLAHOMA CITY area sell vehicles for different reasons. Think about why you've sold vehicles. Did you just want something new or were there pro... More
H20 No! (Driving Through Standing Water)
December 26, 2021
In a year marked by unusually heavy flooding in North America, drivers are very aware of the possibility they may find themselves driving where water has come over the road. It can be a daunting and frightening situation. Flooding waters can move quickly and unpredictably, so you have to keep y... More
Don't Stack the Mat
December 25, 2021
In the sloppy cold weather months, you might be tempted to pick up an all-weather mat and throw it on top of the mats you already have in your vehicle. After all, double protection is better, right? In this case, wrong. Here's why. It's important to keep the accelerator and brake pedals clear so ... More
Keep Your Cool in OKLAHOMA CITY
December 24, 2021
OKLAHOMA CITY drivers rely on their vehicle's coolant system to keep their engine cool. Coolant (also called antifreeze) mixed with water flows through your vehicle engine and absorbs heat. The mixture then flows out to the radiator where it's cooled by air flowing over the radiator. From there ... More
Upsizing Wheels and Tires With South Side Garage
December 23, 2021
Many OKLAHOMA CITY drivers want to accessorize their vehicle - you know, make it theirs. One of the easiest ways to get a custom look is to get some new wheels. There are thousands of wheel designs at OKLAHOMA CITY area tire shops to get you the look you want. And for many OKLAHOMA CITY drivers,... More