Coolant/Antifreeze Service at Charlie's Fast Lube Jackson
June 30, 2024
Anyone who drives a car in Jackson knows that engines get hot when they run. But did you know that engines need to be cooled to keep running? Heat inside an engine can cause the metal parts to expand, which can seize up an engine and make it stop running. It can even ruin the entire engine! Good... More
Start Me Up (Ignition Systems)
June 23, 2024
When you start up your gasoline engine car, you may not know that it's using the same ignition principles as it has for decades. You have spark plugs that require enough power so a spark can jump across a gap at its tip. Years ago, a vehicle's 12-volt system had to produce 15,000-25,000 volts t... More
Keep Your Cool in Jackson: Air Conditioning Services
June 16, 2024
Most Jackson drivers don't even think about their air conditioner. Now here's a tip for Jackson vehicle owners: Run your air conditioner every so often during Missouri winters. This circulates the lubricant to help keep the seals from drying out. The air conditioner actually removes some of th... More
I Can See Clearly (Wiper Blade Replacement)
June 9, 2024
Warm weather can bring severe storms, and when the rain is coming down hard, that's one time you really need to be able to see as clearly as possible out your windshield. Having wiper blades that are fit for the job are important to maintain that safe view. Maybe you live in a climate where you ... More
Alleviate the Creaks and Squeaks (Chassis Lubrication)
June 2, 2024
If your vehicle creaks and squeaks when you drive down the road, it may mean that some of the metal parts are rubbing against each other and need to be lubricated. Those could be parts of the suspension, steering system and the drivetrain. Years ago, most vehicles had to have their chassis (wha... More