Keeping Your OKLAHOMA CITY Air Fresh When Driving With a Clean Cabin Air Filter
December 3, 2021
Pop quiz: What is a cabin air filter? A. A filter for your OKLAHOMA CITY house?B. A fresh, piney scent?C. A filter for the passenger compartment of your car? Clever you, it's C.A cabin air filter cleans the outside air before it comes into the passenger compartment of your vehicle. It filters ou... More
Automotive Tips from South Side Garage: Serpentine Belt System Wear
December 2, 2021
The primary job of the serpentine belt for OKLAHOMA CITY drivers is to provide important traction to spin the accessories. As the belt wears it loses some of its grip and the accessories may not spin at optimal speeds. For example, if your alternator doesnt spin fast enough, the battery will not ... More
PCV Valve Replacement
December 1, 2021
Hello OKLAHOMA CITY, let's talk about your often-unnoticed but extremely important PCV valve. The energy from exploding fuel is what powers your engine. But some of the vapors from the explosions escape into the lower part of the engine, called the crankcase. The crankcase is where your engine oi... More
Service Center Standard and Procedures
November 30, 2021
All Oklahoma pilots have checklists for every aspect of flying. They always use their checklists even if they only have two steps on them. They do this simply because a checklist is a great way to not forget steps. It is also how they can assure a predictable outcome. That is why OKLAHOMA CITY ... More
OKLAHOMA CITY Safety Systems: Tire Pressure Monitoring System
November 29, 2021
Flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances can all be the result of driving around OKLAHOMA CITY on underinflated tires. Admittedly, it's hard to tell when a radial tire is underinflated. If your vehicle manufacturer recommends 35 pounds of pressure, your vehicle tires are considered ... More
Things Aren't Always What They Seem
November 28, 2021
If you drive, you know at some point, something's going to go wrong with your vehicle. And sometimes, it's pretty easy to figure out what's wrong, like a flat tire. But sometimes your vehicle's symptoms can be really puzzling. One driver in Oklahoma was heading to work on a hot July day and not... More
Make your Service Visit at South Side Garage a Good One
November 28, 2021
Most people don't love going to get their vehicle serviced, but it's one of those things you just have to do. So you might as well get the most of out of it. There are some steps you can take that will likely help you get the best results possible. For one thing, it's important to describe your p... More
What's up with Diesels in OKLAHOMA CITY?
November 27, 2021
Would you be surprised to learn that about half of the passenger cars in Europe have diesel engines? You might also be surprised to learn that most manufacturers produce a variety of diesel-fueled cars for purchase abroad.Diesel-fueled vehicles haven't been as popular in the North American marke... More
Busted: The Maintenance-Free Myth in OKLAHOMA CITY
November 25, 2021
There's a segment of the OKLAHOMA CITY area population that's not committed to proper vehicle maintenance. Now, the ignition system in your vehicle is electronic and controlled by the engine management computer. Spark plugs rarely get fouled and will last for as much as 100,000 miles (160,000 k... More
The Harm in Skipping an Oil Change for OKLAHOMA CITY Drivers
November 24, 2021
People in OKLAHOMA CITY have been hearing a lot about higher oil change intervals these days. Maybe you're wondering: What are the key issues?Some new vehicle manufacturers are now recommending much higher oil change intervals than they have in the past. As much as 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8,000 km... More