Automotive Detective Work in Dexter
May 7, 2023
There's a reason we use the word diagnose when we talk about fixing cars in Dexter. Figuring out what's wrong with your vehicle has a lot of similarities to figuring out what's wrong with someone who is ill. Vehicles are a mass of complex systems that can produce a variety of symptoms when somet... More
Diagnosing Your Vehicle at Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter in Dexter
June 12, 2022
When we Dexter residents get a car repair bill, we really shouldn't be surprised to find diagnostic fees as one of the line items. When we get a computer fixed, there is usually a charge for the time it takes to diagnose the problem. When we go to a medical doctor, most of his fee is for his abil... More
The Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter Guide to Vehicle Diagnosis
January 9, 2022
Modern Dexter vehicles have several computers on board that control all kinds of things like engine functions, transmission shifts, traction control, anti-lock brakes, stability control, emissions and on some vehicles, even steering, braking and the throttle.Think about that for a minute things... More
On Board Diagnostics for Your Engine
April 4, 2021
Starting in 1996, Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter service technicians have been able to use a standardized diagnostic system to help determine what is wrong with a vehicle. This diagnostic system works in tandem with the Engine Control Modules for each vehicle's engine. The Engine Control Module is a ... More