Severe Service Requirements

March 1, 2020

A lot of Jackson 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 somewhat confusing, so we decided to consult an expert. Cricket Killingsworth is from QMI/Heartland, a manufacturer of auto... More

How to Get Better Gas Mileage in Jackson

February 23, 2020

There is no escaping it: things work better when you take care of them. Something most of us in Jackson can relate to is our computers. You've probably noticed how they get slower and slower over time. It takes longer to start up and programs take forever to load. Eventually, many of us just get... More

Jackson Tire Repair

February 16, 2020

Most Jackson residents have experienced a flat tire. You know it's inconvenient and a pain. Our tires are important. Keeping them in good working order isn't just a big safety issue for Jackson drivers it also has a financial impact. With high Missouri gas prices, we've all heard about the impo... More

It Pays to Take Care of Your Transmission at Charlie's Fast Lube Jackson

February 9, 2020

If you've been paying attention, you've noticed that vehicle engines are getting more and more powerful in Jackson. At the same time, they are getting better and better fuel economy. I've gotta tell 'ya, most of that's because of technological advances in transmissions. To get a better understan... More

Fuel Injectors

February 2, 2020

The last new American vehicles sold in Jackson with a carburetor rolled out of the Missouri dealerships in 1990. Since then, all new vehicles here in Jackson, and nationally, have had fuel injectors. In very simple terms, a fuel injector is a valve that squirts fuel into your engine. Your engine ... More

Don't Be Fuelish

January 26, 2020

If you smell gasoline in your vehicle, pay attention to your nose. That's because it has an important message for you. Newer vehicles should never have a gasoline smell inside. One of the most dangerous conditions can come when your fuel line system has a leak or multiple leaks. Vehicles with fue... 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

Why a Trip Inspection Is a Good Idea

January 5, 2020

At Charlie's Fast Lube Jackson we get a lot of Jackson drivers asking about vehicle trip preparation. That's a big deal. You could be driving through mountains and deserts in some pretty lonely areas around Missouri, so it's important to know that the vehicle is up to the task and won't leave yo... More

Below 45 Degrees in Jackson: Consider Winter Tires

January 1, 2020

Remember snow tires? They were basically just regular tires with big, knobby lugs to get them through deep snow. They were loud and rode hard, and Jackson drivers couldn't wait to get them off the car. Then along came television advertisements for all-season radials. Missouri drivers ran out and... More