It Is Time to Check Your Intervals
March 28, 2021
Part of the engineering that goes into designing a vehicle is testing the components to ensure that they meet durability and safety standards. Because of this, manufacturers have a good idea as to how long the parts in your vehicle will last under normal driving conditions. For this reason, they... More
Positive Crankcase Ventilation ? PCV Valve Service at Charlie's Fast Lube Sikeston
March 21, 2021
Hello Sikeston! 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 ... More
Smart Sikeston Drivers Protect Against Overheating
March 14, 2021
Engines get hot when they run. This heat can build up and damage vital engine parts, so engines need a cooling system to keep them running. Cooling system failure is the most common mechanical failure in vehicles. This is unfortunate, because these failures are usually easy for Sikeston drivers ... More
Unlock the Secret (Malfunctioning Door Lock Actuator)
March 7, 2021
What a convenience power door locks are on a vehicle. The latest don't even require you to push the button on the key fob; all you have to do is have it with you. But sometimes there's a component of power door locks that can fail, especially when they are used several times each day. Those ar... More