Exhaust Service at Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter: Passing the Smell Test
November 28, 2021
The exhaust system on a vehicle is more complex than most Dexter 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 forge... More
On Board Diagnostics for Dexter Motorists
November 21, 2021
Some Dexter vehicle owners wonder why Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter and other Dexter auto repair shops charge a fee for vehicle diagnostics. Receiving a diagnostic charge at Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter for a tricky automotive problem shouldn't be a surprise. In the Dexter area, automotive diagnostic... More
Battery Basics for Dexter
November 14, 2021
It's important for Dexter drivers to know battery basics. First, let's talk about which is harder on a battery hot or cold Missouri weather. Most Dexter 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. However... More
The Right Automotive Fluids for Dexter Drivers
November 7, 2021
All those automotive fluids can be confusing for Dexter drivers. Recent years have brought new grades of engine oil, types of transmission fluid, coolant and brake fluid. The right fluid protects your vehicle and helps it perform at its best. The wrong fluid won't work as well and could even caus... More