Sounds Like a Hot Rod (Noisy Exhaust System)

June 11, 2023

Driving along, your exhaust system's rumbling so loud that people turn and stare at you pass by. You're wondering when the police are going to pull you over for illegal noise. Your mind immediately thinks, aha! A broken muffler. Well, your exhaust system is composed of many more parts than just... More

Exhaust Service at Charlie's Fast Lube Jackson: Passing the Smell Test

March 4, 2022

The exhaust system on a vehicle is more complex than most Jackson residents realize. It contains everything from old-fashioned pipes and clamps to sophisticated computers and sensors. All Missouri folks know a properly functioning exhaust system is good for the environment, but sometimes we forg... More

Exhaust Service at Charlie's Fast Lube Jackson in Jackson

January 19, 2020

Whenever they hear the term "exhaust service," most Jackson residents think about exhaust pipes and mufflers. Well, actually, exhaust service at Charlie's Fast Lube Jackson is a lot more comprehensive these days. For example, catalytic converters were mandated in 1976 and on-board emission contro... More

Positive Crankcase Ventilation ? PCV Valve Service at Charlie's Fast Lube Jackson

January 12, 2020

Hello Jackson! Did you know that the first federally-mandated emissions control device was introduced in the 1960's? The Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve, or PCV valve, has been installed in Missouri vehicles since 1964 and represents the first legislation by the United States government to r... More

PCV Valve: What Is It?

January 20, 2019

Most Jackson drivers know something about preventive maintenance on a vehicle. We know we should routinely replace the oil and wiper blades and other fluids. But have you heard of a PCV valve ? This little car part needs to be replaced regularly or it can cause some serious problems in your vehic... More