FluidsCharge It in Jackson for Extended Battery LifeHere's an interesting statistic for our in Jackson, Missouri, drivers: Only 30 percent of car batteries make it to 48 months. And the life expectancy varies by where you live. It ranges from 51 months in extremely cold areas to just 30 months in extremely hot climates.Why is that? It turns out t... Read More Posted in Fluids on July 03, 2022 Make Your Battery LastToday's report from Charlie's Fast Lube Jackson is on vehicle batteries, why they die and what we can do to lengthen their life. Most of us have had a dead battery at one time or another. In fact, it would be very unusual if you hadn't. You may be surprised to learn that only 30 percent of Jackso... Read More Posted in Fluids on April 10, 2022 Battery Maintenance Tips From Charlie's Fast Lube JacksonWhen it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons:First, your vehicle won't start or run without it. Second, it is the key to the long life of your auto electrical system. If your battery isn't working efficiently, your alterna... Read More Posted in Fluids on February 20, 2022 Charlie's Fast Lube Jackson Guide to Using the Correct Fluids in Your VehicleToday's Charlie's Fast Lube Jackson post focuses on using coolant. If you pour in the wrong kind, it won't protect the cooling system and may even void the warranty. Check your vehicle owner's manual. Of course, your Charlie's Fast Lube Jackson service advisor will know the proper coolant for y... Read More Posted in Fluids on December 26, 2021 Does My Choice in Oil Affect Change Intervals?Oil changes are probably the most recognized service on a vehicle. Almost all Jackson residents know about them. But do we know enough?Several decades ago, oil changes were fairly standard: every three months or 3,000 miles or 5,000 kilometers. But recent advances in both engine technology and o... Read More Posted in Fluids on December 12, 2021 Battery Basics for JacksonIt's important for Jackson drivers to know battery basics. First, let's talk about which is harder on a battery hot or cold Missouri weather. Most Jackson area drivers think it's cold weather because that's when we call on our batteries to have enough power to start a cold vehicle engine.Howev... Read More Posted in Fluids on October 17, 2021 The Cable Guy (Battery Cables and Maintenance)If you've ever noticed your vehicle's lights are dim or not working at all, the problem could be many things. But one possibility is your battery cables aren't doing their job. A power outage in your vehicle is similar to one in your house and needs to be repaired to get things back to normal.... Read More Posted in Fluids on April 18, 2021 Sniffing Out a ProblemYour parents probably taught you to have common sense. When it comes to your vehicle, common scents can also come in handy. Different smells may tell you about some conditions in your vehicle that need attention.For example, you know what rotten eggs smell like. If you smell them around your ve... Read More Posted in Fluids on March 07, 2021 Super Slick at Charlie's Fast Lube Jackson in Jackson: Synthetic OilWhen you get an oil change, it's always a safe bet to just use the type of oil the manufacturer recommends. But sometimes we're asked if we'd like conventional or synthetic motor oil. We glance at the price tags on the two options and choose the cheaper one. But in this case, the more expensive ... Read More Posted in Fluids on November 17, 2019 Charlie's Fast Lube Jackson Service Tip: Why Synthetic Oil Is Good For Your VehiclesHello Missouri! Today's vehicle care topic is: Synthetic Oil vs. Petroleum Based Oil. Synthetic motor oil is a substitute for petroleum based oil. If you aren't currently using it, why not? Synthetic motor oil maximizes engine power and fuel economy. To see why, we'd need a microscope, so we'll ... Read More Posted in Fluids on August 18, 2019 |
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