Vehicle Maintenance | Parkside Motors

3 Categories of Coolant Leaks

Have you been noticing a puddle of green or orange liquid under your car? Is your vehicle overheating? You may have a coolant leak. Here is some info.

5 Ways to Make Your Car Smile

Many of us consider our cars to be part of the family. Here are 5 simple ways you can put a smile on your car's face, and keep the good times rolling.

What Does TPMS Do?

TPMS is an under-rated feature of modern vehicles. A properly functioning TPMS system will keep you safe and save you money. Here's how it works.

What Are “Faulty Tie Rods”?

In this article, we explain 4 key signs of faulty tie rods. As a critical component of your steering linkage, you need to be able to recognize when they're bad.

5 DIY Maintenance Tasks

Being able to take care of a few basic automotive maintenance tasks will save you money, and you might even have a bit of fun. Here are five good ones to start with.

Is Your Old Car Rattling?

At Parkside, we are huge fans of old cars staying on the road. However, as any classic car owner will know, it can be maddening to track down rattles and noises.

Is it OK to Buy Generic Tires?

Tire selection can be one of the most mind-boggling parts of car ownership. Are OE tires worth it, or is it okay to go with a different set of rubber?

Are Recall Repairs Worth Doing?

Recalls happen for all sorts of reasons. Sometimes, it is a minor issue that you wouldn't even notice. Other times, it's something that should be taken care of ASAP.

Reasons for Head Gasket Failure

The head gasket seals the engine's cylinder head from the block. Here is why that gasket may fail - it is a serious issue, so it's good to know what's going on.

Are Oil Additives Worth It?

In this post, we investigate whether oil additives deliver on their big promises. Here is a summary of what we know and think about oil additives.

Automotive Spring Cleaning Checklist

Winter is tough on vehicles. Salted roads, harsh weather, ice, and rain are all corrosive elements that eat away are your car's finish and components.

Why Do I Need to Re-Torque My Wheels?

Is "wheel re-torquing" just a scam to get you and your vehicle back into the shop? We don't think so... here is what "re-torquing" is, and why it is important.