Light Up your Life (Headlamp Replacement)
May 28, 2023
Did you know that having a burned out headlight can result in your rearview mirror reflecting some flashing lights? In other words, you might get pulled over by the police for only having one working headlight, because in most places it's against the law. Not only is it illegal to drive with one... More
Coolant/Antifreeze Service in Sikeston, Missouri
May 21, 2023
Sikeston auto owners may know that most automotive failures in Sikeston, Missouri, are tire related, but do you know the second most common cause of vehicle failure? Nope, it's not teenagers. It is the coolant system. But if you take good care of your vehicle coolant system, it will take good ca... More
Snake in the Engine (Serpentine Belt)
May 14, 2023
There's a belt that snakes through your engine. It's even named for a snake, the serpentine belt. It'll bite you when it breaks, possibly leaving you stranded. So, it's good to know a little about this snake-like belt. In early engines, there were lots of belts. They were used to convert the r... More
On Board Diagnostics for Sikeston Motorists
May 7, 2023
Some Sikeston vehicle owners wonder why Charlie's Fast Lube Sikeston and other Sikeston auto repair shops charge a fee for vehicle diagnostics. Receiving a diagnostic charge at Charlie's Fast Lube Sikeston for a tricky automotive problem shouldn't be a surprise. In the Sikeston area, automotive ... More