Maintenance

  • Serpentine Belt Service at Allen's Automotive Center
    Most Memphis folks occasionally have days when they've got a bunch of errands to run. Yesterday was my day off and I needed to fill the gas tank, pick up some groceries at my Memphis market, swing b...
    Published on: Jan 31, 2017
  • Allen's Automotive Center On Your Serpentine Belt
      Today we're going to be talking about serpentine belts for our Memphis, Tennessee, customers. Let's start by talking about the accessories that are driven by the serpentine belt. Fir...
    Published on: Feb 07, 2017
  • Change Your Wiper Blades Twice Yearly at Allen's Automotive Center
    Because 90% of our driving decisions are based on visual information, unobscured vision is paramount. Which brings us to the topic of today's Allen's Automotive Center article: wiper blades....
    Published on: Apr 03, 2017
  • Allen's Automotive Center Maintenance Tips: The Belt Goes On
    {{ image('http://autonettv.com/media/thumbs/SerpentineBelt_0909_SusanJoel_SN_s.jpg') }} All Memphis service advisors know that without the alternator, the battery will go dead in a few miles. The s...
    Published on: Jul 11, 2017
  • Change Your Engine Air Filter at Allen's Automotive Center
    Many Memphis car owners have probably wondered: "What's the harm in putting off replacing an engine air filter? The answer is that not replacing it could cause your Mass Air Flow (MAF...
    Published on: Dec 03, 2017
  • Regular Schedule or Severe Service Schedule at Allen's Automotive Center?
    Today's Allen's Automotive Center article focuses on severe service maintenance. Many Memphis drivers are not aware of them and yet there are also very vocal advocates in Tennessee who think that se...
    Published on: Jun 24, 2018
  • Severe Service Requirements
    A lot of Memphis drivers have asked whether or not they should use their severe service maintenance schedule, which is listed in their vehicle's  owner's  manual. It can be somew...
    Published on: Dec 09, 2018
  • Hold the Oil! (Oil Pan Gasket Replacement)
    You've likely heard how important oil is to your vehicle's engine. Did you know that there's one part that's responsible for holding that oil so you can use it every day? It's called the oil pan, and ...
    Published on: Dec 30, 2018
  • The Engine Gets a Boost (Turbocharged Engine Maintenance)
    If someone told you that your vehicle could have the same power but with a smaller engine, wouldn't that sound like great idea? Just think, a smaller engine would save you money at the gas station and...
    Published on: Jan 13, 2019
  • Trickle Down Technology
    Recently, Nissan introduced the latest version of its Leaf, the company's electric car. It has many new features, including something called e-Pedal. It allows the driver to let up on the accelerator ...
    Published on: Feb 03, 2019
  • Maintenance on My Mind
    Ask any Memphis man or woman if they've taken their vehicle in for preventive maintenance lately, and the answer may well be “no.” Surveys indicate that over 80% of vehicles on the road to...
    Published on: Apr 14, 2019
  • Don't Miss a Beat (Importance of Regular Maintenance)
    In many places, license plates have to be renewed every year or else you can't drive your vehicle legally.  Usually, you'll get a reminder from the agency that issues the plates. That kind of re...
    Published on: Sep 06, 2020