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Have you ever felt a brake pedal that just doesn't feel the same as it did when the car was new? Or just feels softer?There are many components to your braking system here is one we wanted to highlight.A good brake Inspection is always recommended to get the proper estimate for a great result and a brake job! https://www.southsidetire.net/Contact/Find-UsA soft brake pedal can often be a sign of issues with the brake booster, a component of the braking system. The brake booster assists in app...

Thinking about your car's air conditioning system is like a big puzzle, and one piece of that puzzle is a blend door actuator. This small but very important part that controls how warm or cool the air is that comes out of your car's vents.When you're in the car on a hot day and you want cool air. The blend door actuator moves a door inside the air system. When you want cold air, the blend door actuator makes sure the door lets the cold air from the air conditioner into the car.O...

The check engine light can be both minor and serious problems. It's recommended to have the vehicle checked by a qualified mechanic or use an OBD-II scanner to read the specific error code causing the light to turn on.

            Things to do to my car to save gas mileage. Get a tune-up. Dirty oil, clogged air filters, and plugged fuel filters can reduce your car's fuel economy. Keeping up with your oil changes and routine maintenance is like your fluids and filters, Tires are certainly a vital part of keeping good gas mileage. https://www.southsidetire.net/Auto-Repair/cat/preventive-maintenanc. One of the biggest things that you can do to save...

          A wheel bearing is behind your tire and wheel. Over time, wheel bearings can wear out.A good Inspection is always recommended to get the proper estimate for a great result and job! https://www.southsidetire.net/Contact/Find-UsHere are some things of a failing wheel bearing:The most common sign of a bad wheel bearing is a roaring or grinding noise coming from the wheel. This noise often increases with vehicle speed and may change when tu...

A good brake Inspection is always recommended to get the proper estimate for a great result and a brake job! https://www.southsidetire.net/Contact/Find-UsThe wheel cylinder is in a part of your brake drum system that is responsible for applying force to the brake shoes, causing them to press against the drum and create friction for braking. If the wheel cylinder is faulty and not working, it can cause uneven wear on the brakes and cost you money. pads.:https://www.southsidetire.net/Auto-Repa...

Your car is supposed to blow cool air to make you feel comfortable. However, if it's blowing hot air, It means something isn't working correctly. So here are some things that we have found.1 - Low Refrigerant: The AC system in your car uses a refrigerant to cool the air. If the refrigerantlevel is too low, it can cause the AC to blow warm air. This may happen due to a leak in thesystem, and it requires a certified dealer to find and fix the leak and then recharge the refrigerant.2 -...

If you notice any spots or puddles on the floor where you park your vehicle, it is best not to ignore it for awfully long. We pulled a 2012 Jeep Wrangler Sport V6 into the garage bay as the owner noticed a fluid spot on their garage floor. Upon opening the hood, we found oil everywhere!

These parts are designed to control the tires, to keep them in contact with the road surface as much as possible. If vehicle tires are free to bounce (which is what happens when struts and shocks wear) they are not as effective at gripping the road, so steering, handling, and braking are all affected. Shocks and struts are not just for ride comfort: their primary function, tire control, is a much more important role.

Manufacturers of shocks and struts suggest a close inspection after the average vehicle has been driven 50,000 miles. These parts are designed to control the tires, to keep them in contact with the road surface as much as possible. If vehicle tires are free to bounce (which is what happens when struts and shocks wear) they are not as effective at gripping the road, so steering, handling, and braking are all affected. Shocks and struts are not just for ride comfort: their primary function, tire c...