"Current" Affairs (Blown Fuses)
March 30, 2025
You may be driving along and find that suddenly your radio stops working. There are no numbers on the display. Then when you get home, you notice the garage door opener doesn't do a thing when you press the button. Hmm, this was working just fine this morning. Are the two problems somehow rela... More
Timing is Everything (Timing Belt)
March 23, 2025
Talk about exquisite choreography; it happens under the hood of your vehicle every time you take a drive. Your engines many complex parts must work exactly together. One key is a part called a timing belt, which enables the synchronizing of two of your engines components, the camshaft, and the ... More
Clean Machine (Fuel and Air Induction Cleaning)
March 16, 2025
As your vehicle ages, its performance isnt quite what it used to be, but many of us never notice the change because its gradual. So here are a few questions to ask yourself. Does your vehicle feel like it doesnt have the pep that it used to? Have you noticed your fuel economy isnt quite as good... More
Charlie's Fast Lube Sikeston Alternator Replacement Service in Sikeston
March 9, 2025
Your vehicle alternator doesn't get enough credit. Though your battery gets your engine started, after that it's all about the alternator. Driving around Sikeston is a lot of work for your alternator, and as upgrades such as heated steering wheels, cooled seats, stability control and lane dep... More
Rotation Explanation (Tire Rotation Patterns)
March 2, 2025
You may notice that when you get your vehicle's oil changed, your service adviser may recommend that you have your tires rotated at the same time. The reasons are simple. That will allow your tires to wear more evenly and reduce the noise your tires make as you drive down the road. There are di... More