The Light Nobody Wants to See (Check Engine Light)

April 25, 2021

You've probably had your Check Engine Light go on. Then it goes off and you figure, hey, whatever the problem was, it's gone now and I don't have to worry about it. Well, the problem may have gone away and it may not have. Your vehicle likely has one of these warning lights on the instrument pa... More

By the Numbers: Tire Replacement at Charlie's Fast Lube Perryville in Perryville

April 18, 2021

Ever notice that your tire is covered with writing? It's like some hieroglyphic art form. Of course, Perryville drivers know that it's not just graffiti, but to most of us, it might as well be. Would you like to know what all those codes on your tire mean? It won't lead you to buried treasure, bu... More

Make Your Battery Last

April 11, 2021

Today's report from Charlie's Fast Lube Perryville is on vehicle batteries, why they die and what we can do to lengthen their life. Most of us have had a dead battery at one time or another. In fact, it would be very unusual if you hadn't. You may be surprised to learn that only 30 percent of Per... More

A "Mounting" Problem (Motor Mounts)

April 4, 2021

You know how heavy your engine and transmission are, so you can imagine how tough the parts that hold them onto your vehicle's sub-frame must be. Not only must they support the weight, they also have to isolate vibrations and noise from the passenger cabin. Pretty tall order, wouldn't you say? ... More