Auto Repair in Tulsa
Tate Boys Tire & Service is northeast Oklahoma’s one-stop shop for the widest available range of auto repair services. Whether you need routine maintenance like an oil change or something more complex and involved, we’ll do everything necessary to get your vehicle back on the road and running smoothly. During the process, you’ll enjoy working with our friendly and knowledgeable staff members, as well as our master technicians, who are certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).
Our Car Repair Services
Are you looking for more information about what we can offer in terms of automotive care? The following is a list of some of our most popular auto repair services.
Tire Repair and Rotation
The tires on your vehicle need a degree of close attention, especially if you notice signs of wear or damage. When your tires display symptoms like cracking, bulging, feathering, or scalloping, it’s likely that you’re overdue for a tire repair. In addition, it’s a wise and sensible idea to rotate your tires approximately every 6,000 miles. This will allow the tread to wear evenly.
Between servicing, you can extend the lifespan of your tires by checking the tire pressures on a regular basis. Even if they were inflated correctly a month or two ago, tires tend to lose pressure slowly over time. You can find the ideal recommended pressure for your vehicle’s standard default tires either in your owner’s manual or on a sticker situated within the front door—on the driver’s side.
Oil Change Service
For any driver in the Tulsa area, regular oil changes are an essential part of auto maintenance. Clean oil helps prevent engine overheating, ensures proper lubrication, and removes dirt
and sludge from the engine. But those contaminants have to go somewhere, and as a consequence your oil will deliver less effective engine protection if ignored for too long.
Every 3,000–5,000 miles, you should bring your car to the nearest Tate Boys location for an oil change. We’ll give you up to five quarts of new oil, but that isn’t the only step included in our service. With your oil change, you’ll also receive a multi-point vehicle inspection, a new oil filter, and a full tire rotation (if requested).
Brake Repair
Your car’s braking system utilizes friction to slow down or stop your car, but that same friction generates heat and causes wear and tear on brake components. If you hear a grinding or squealing sound while driving, worn rotors or brake pads could be responsible. Other signs of brake trouble can include the car pulling to one side of the road while braking, vibrations within the brake pedal, and/or leaking brake fluid.
Whenever you need brake repair or brake pad replacement services in Tulsa, you can count on Tate Boys for the expertise you’re looking for. We’ll start by inspecting your brake hardware and hydraulic system. We’ll then perform all required services like replacing brake fluid, installing new brake shoes and/or pads, lubricating brake components, and fixing any other brake issues you may be confronted with.
Auto Air Conditioning (AC) Repair
As an experienced Oklahoma resident, you certainly know that our region gets its fair share of extreme temperature variations. That means that you’ll have to deal with a wide array of weather conditions. As part of that process, you’ll need an auto AC system that’s fully functional and in excellent working order. Yet auto AC problems are all too common.
Whether your AC unit has just started blowing warm air or has been problematic for a period of several months, our expert mechanics can help. At Tate Boys, we offer full AC repair services—from running diagnostic checks on your system for leaks to recharging and repairing your entire AC unit. Best of all, we’ll do it at a very affordable price.
Car Battery Replacement
The importance of a fully charged car battery is clearly evident—if your battery is drained, you won’t be able to start your vehicle. There are assorted reasons why your battery might be
discharged. They can include extremely high (or low) temperatures or having left your lights on after shutting off the ignition. But whatever the explanation for the low battery charge, the fact remains that it must be checked out.
Like other automotive problems, battery issues can vary in magnitude. You may have noticed that your headlights are dimmer than normal. The engine may have trouble firing up. Or you may be completely unable to start your car. To keep difficult engine starts and other battery-related problems from getting worse, select us at Tate Boys for a battery replacement.
Steering and Suspension Repair
If your car’s steering system isn’t functioning correctly, then you can’t drive safely here in Tulsa—or anywhere else, for that matter. Not all steering faults are immediately apparent. However, if your car pulls to one side, sways back and forth when you apply the brake, squeaks during turns, or has one side sitting lower than the other, the steering and/or suspension systems may be suspect.
You should bring your car into a Tate Boys location whenever you have reason to believe your due for a suspension or steering repair due to being damaged or compromised. We’re standing by, ready to repair these vital systems, and we can do so—capably and efficiently. And, in addition to working on your suspension, we can repair your hydraulic power steering system.
Automotive Fluids—Flush and Refill Service
Your car needs several distinct types of fluid to run correctly, all of which should be flushed on a regular basis. Antifreeze/engine coolant needs replacement every two to three years or 30,000 miles (50,000 miles for the newer formulas). To check your coolant level, shut off your engine, allow it to cool, and observe your reservoir’s coolant level in comparison with the “empty” and “full” reservoir indicators.
Your power steering fluid should also be replaced every three years or 50,000 miles. You can visually detect the fluid level if your car has a reservoir; otherwise, you’ll need to use a dipstick. And if you notice an abnormally low level of power steering fluid, let us know. You may have a simple leak, which we can easily repair for you.
Preventative Car Maintenance
Many people visit their doctor for a regularly scheduled check-up, even if they don’t have any obvious health concerns. From that perspective, it’s easy to see why doing the same thing for
your vehicle makes sense. These check-ups are called “preventative car maintenance,” and there’s no better place in Tulsa to get them taken care of than Tate Boys Tire & Service.
Since all the mechanics at Tate Boys are ASE certified, they can meet or exceed the service recommendations of your vehicle’s manufacturer. Your preventative car maintenance visit may include a diverse group of services, including oil changes, tire rotation, belt and hose replacement, fluid flush and refill, and more.
Get The Auto Repair Services You Need
Are you searching for a Tulsa-based auto repair shop to handle one or more of the services listed above, or is your car experiencing an issue that isn’t listed here? In either case, the experts at Tate Boys Tire & Service are fully trained and equipped to get your car back on the road in full working order. Request a quote for service today and save even more by checking out our specials before your visit! Finally, explore our complete list of services for a more comprehensive picture of how we can help you.
Tulsa Auto Repair FAQs
Steering & Suspension Repair in Tulsa, OK
The CV axle allows the power to be transferred to wheels from transmission on most front wheel drive vehicles. Signs of a faulty CV axle are clicking on hard turning and vibration under acceleration.
The ball joint is part of the suspension system that allows for effective steering and handling while promoting longer tire tread life.
The tie rod is part of the steering system that helps translate movement from your steering wheel to the movement in your front end. A bad tie rod can cause uneven tire wear or some vibrations in steering wheel.
Preventative Maintenance
By removing existing oil and oil filter from the vehicle and replacing with new oil and oil filter, this will promote long life for the engine. Recommended on vehicles every 3,000-5,000 miles.
Belts and hoses can wear over time and replacing them ensures proper operation of the vehicle.
Fluid quality can degrade over time so flushing out the old fluid and replacing it will new will keep the performance of the component that was flushed.
By using a preventative approach of replacing spark plugs ensures that the performance of your motor meets expectations of the manufacturer.
Tire Rotation & Tire Balancing in Tulsa, OK
Moving tires to different locations on the vehicle to ensure consistent wear and promote long life of tires.
Flat Repair Flat Tire Repair in Tulsa, OK
Almost any sharp object on the road can cause a flat tire. After a tire is damaged, many drivers turn to a spare tire. However, that’s only a temporary fix. Doughnuts spares are only good for about 50 to 70 miles. After that, a full—size tire will be needed.
TPMS Sensor Repair in Tulsa, OK
A properly working TPMS plays a vital role in ensuring that your vehicle is operating properly and the safety of you and your passengers inside. It will also help you save money by helping to extend the life of your tires and maintain optimal fuel economy.
Oil Change Service in Tulsa, OK
By removing existing oil and oil filter from the vehicle and replacing with new oil and oil filter, this will promote long life for the engine. Recommended on vehicles every 3,000-5,000 miles.
Brake Repair & Service in Tulsa, OK
Squealing or grinding sounds can be caused by worn brake pads or rotors. A full brake system inspection helps identify the condition of your brakes.
Repair or replace brake pads, resurfacing or replacing rotors, replacing calipers, brake booster, or master cylinder will ensure your vehicle stops as efficiently as it should.
Car AC Repair & Heating in Tulsa, OK
Air conditioning promotes a cool environment to vehicle interior. Symptoms range from noises to not blowing cold air.
Heating system transfers heat to the vehicle’s interior. A faulty heater is often indicated by a lack of hot air blowing through the interior of the vehicle.
Radiator Repair in Tulsa, OK
The radiator allows heat to leave engine coolant and regulate the temperature of your engine. A faulty radiator can cause leaks and the engine to overheat.
The water pump circulates the engine coolant through the coolant system. Symptoms of a bad water pump can include leaks and noises under the hood of your vehicle.
Wheel Alignment in Tulsa, OK
Misaligned wheels can cause premature tire wear, a crooked steering wheel, or an uncomfortable driving experience. Using computerized alignment machines to set the alignment of the wheels to manufacturer specifications will prevent these issues.
Tate Boys technicians are ASE certified and provide wheel alignment services to ensure that your vehicle meets the manufacturer’s specifications. Taking care of this vital service will ensure that your tires last as long as the rubber holds.
Come to your nearest Tate Boys location for these wheel alignment services and more:
- Computerized alignment check
- Caster, camber and/or toe adjustments as needed
- Steering wheel centering check
- Check of suspension component for excessive wear
Car Battery Replacement in Tulsa, OK
Batteries power many components of your vehicle and we can test the battery and charging system and replace the battery if it isn’t performing as it should.
Alternator & Starter Repair in Tulsa, OK
The alternator provides continuous power to the battery while the engine is running.
The starter turns the engine over and with extended time and use, it can wear out.
Free 55 Point Car Inspection
Full inspection of tires, fluids, filters, brakes, steering, charging system, and lights.
Car Tune-Up in Tulsa, OK
Transmission Flush in Tulsa, OK
Complete Service for Your Car
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