Stopping "Brake" Downs (Brake Pad Replacement)
September 1, 2024
If someone tells you to put the brakes on something, you know it means stop. And stopping is one of the most important safety maneuvers you can do in any vehicle. That means your brakes have to work properly. Let's face it. You stop dozens of times every time you drive. And over time, that t... More
Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter Advice: Don't Overlook These 10 Automotive Services
May 12, 2024
Organization is the key to managing a busy life in Missouri. So setting up an annual calendar for vehicle care can keep Dexter residents on top of preventive maintenance. But you can't just write oil change every few months on the calendar. Modern vehicles have many systems that are vital to the ... More
Ask Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter About the Importance of Service Intervals
August 6, 2023
Today in our Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life with recommended intervals: What about six-month dental cleanings and regular physical exams? Then there's laundry, mowing the lawn, pa... More
Refresh Your Brakes (Brake Fluid Exchange)
July 30, 2023
Brakes are one of your vehicle's most important safety components, and you may have noticed that they don't stop as surely as they used to. Maybe it takes you applying a little more pressure to them than before, or perhaps you get the feeling that they're not stopping you as quickly. Those could... More
Deciphering the Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter Menu Board
October 23, 2022
Let's talk about deciphering the auto service menu board. Dexter, Missouri, service centers like Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter have a board that lists the routine services they provide. But some people don't know what these services really are unless they ask. Let's go down a typical list, in alpha... More
Hey Dexter Drivers, How Many Miles Are on Your Car?
July 5, 2020
Nowadays, Dexter drivers are paying more at Missouri gas pumps. For some families it adds up to several hundred dollars every month. That's got to come out of the budget somewhere. This is one of the reasons many Missouri drivers are putting off buying a new car. They plan on keeping their old ve... More
For Brakes' Sake (Brake Rotor Service in Dexter)
December 29, 2019
Think of how much abuse your brakes take. Day in and day out, they stop your vehicle when it's going fast and when it's going slow. Maybe your vehicle has been vibrating when you brake, or maybe it seems like your stopping distance is a little bit longer than it used to be. Then it's time to get ... More
Recommended Service Intervals at Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter
September 8, 2019
Most people in the Dexter area are aware that automotive manufacturers have recommended service intervals. Following recommended service intervals is very important. The engineers that design our vehicles have tested the various systems and components to meet durability and safety standards. Some... More
Easy Miles ? Do Dexter Driving Conditions Affect Service Intervals?
August 18, 2019
Have you ever noticed that your vehicle has a schedule in your owner's manual for what is called severe service maintenance? Let's define what severe driving conditions aren't: The easiest driving a vehicle experiences is traveling on the interstate for 20 miles (32 kilometers) or more at a cons... More