The Charlie's Fast Lube Sikeston Guide to Caring for Your Transmission
October 29, 2023
Most vehicles have automatic transmissions, yet a lot of Sikeston drivers only have a fuzzy understanding about what a transmission does. Think back to the last time you rode a bike in Sikeston. You started out in a lower gear and shifted to higher gears as you went faster. Down shift for hills,... More
Keeping Your Engine Cool in Sikeston, Missouri
October 22, 2023
The cooling system keeps Missouri vehicle's engines from overheating while they are driving around Sikeston. Its job is to move heat away from the engine. Let's talk about the various components of the system and how they make this happen.The radiator is the part most Sikeston drivers associate w... More
Diagnosing Your Vehicle at Charlie's Fast Lube Sikeston in Sikeston
October 15, 2023
When we Sikeston 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 ab... More
An Oil for All Seasons (Engine Oil Selection)
October 8, 2023
You swap your winter boots for flip-flops in the summer. Why not change your winter engine oil for summer, hot-weather oil? While it may seem like it makes sense, there's some good news. Most drivers don't have to, and here's why. Engine oil can be made in different thicknesses. That thicknes... More
Emergency Items for Your vehicle
October 1, 2023
Local Sikeston roadside emergencies can range from a flat tire downtown to being stranded in a snowy ravine for three days. So you may want to consider a basic emergency kit to keep in the car at all times and a travel kit tailored to a specific trip.Your close-to-home kit for around Sikeston wou... More