Automotive Tips from South Side Garage: Serpentine Belt System Wear
July 2, 2018
The primary job of the serpentine belt for Moore 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 complete... More
TPMS: Tire Pressure Monitoring for Your Moore Vehicle
June 24, 2018
Moore drivers may know that all 2008 model year and newer cars, mini-vans and light trucks in OK come with a tire pressure monitoring system. Many slightly older vehicles around the Moore area have these systems as well. A tire pressure monitoring system called TPMS consists of sensors ... More
Fuel Filter Replacement
June 18, 2018
Hello Moore resident! You would never like to drink a glass of mud, right? Well, your vehicle feels the same way. It needs a steady supply of clean fuel in order to run well and deliver good fuel economy. The fuel filter's job is to clean dirt and rust out of the fuel before it gets to you... More
South Side Garage Advice on What to Pour into Your Vehicle
June 14, 2018
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 Moore residents to always use the proper type of fluid for their vehicle. Using incorrect fluids ca... More
Moore Alignment Service
June 4, 2018
Your car might have an alignment problem if: it drifts or pulls to one side, your steering wheel is off center, you have uneven tire wear or your car doesn't feel like it handles right. When all of a vehicle's wheels are lined up exactly with each other, your wheels are in alignment. Running into... More
Super Slick at South Side Garage in Moore: Synthetic Oil
May 30, 2018
When you get an oil change, it's always a safe bet to just use the type of oil the manufacturer recommends. But sometimes we're asked if we'd like conventional or synthetic motor oil. We glance at the price tags on the two options and choose the cheaper one. But in this case, the more exp... More
Considering an Alternative Fuel Vehicle in Moore?
May 22, 2018
There is a clear and vocal demand in Moore and nationally for a reduction in air pollution and our dependence on fossil fuels. This is what is driving the OK market for alternative fuel vehicles. There are a number of these vehicles on Moore area roads today, and many more being developed... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Dirty Oil in Your Moore Vehicle
May 14, 2018
If you're a quart low in your vehicle, there isn't enough motor oil to lubricate your engine properly. The extra friction causes drag that reduces fuel economy while you're driving around the Moore area.The same goes for dirty oil; it doesn't reduce friction properly. The result is you get... More
Good Service at South Side Garage Equals Good Fuel Economy in Moore
May 8, 2018
Whether we're trying to save money, save gas or save the environment, most of us Moore drivers have an interest in decreasing fuel consumption. We've all heard about ways to save money on gas in OK, but does it really add up to much? How much can we boost our fuel economy through preventive maint... More
Are There Blind Spots in Moore?
May 1, 2018
All Moore drivers have blind spots and no, I'm not talking about the fact that you really don't sing like Adele. I mean the areas of the road that you can't see when you're driving around Moore.First let's talk about our own blinds spots, and then we can talk about others...To begin, we ... More