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The Right Automotive Fluids for Perryville Drivers

August 11, 2019

All those automotive fluids can be confusing for Perryville drivers. Recent years have brought new grades of engine oil, types of transmission fluid, coolant and brake fluid. The right fluid protects your vehicle and helps it perform at its best. The wrong fluid won't work as well and could even cause damage.

In addition to new grades of engine oil, many vehicles now leave the factory with synthetic oil. People in Perryville should always use the grade recommended by their manufacturer.

All coolant, also called antifreeze, used to be green. Now there are several other colors of coolant sold at Charlie's Fast Lube Perryville in Perryville. Each type is designed to protect the cooling system components that are particular to your vehicle. The wrong stuff can void your vehicle cooling system warranty and could even cause engine damage.

Most passenger vehicles on Perryville roads today use either DOT 3, DOT 4 or DOT 5 brake fluid. Your vehicle power brake system is specifically designed to use ONE of these types – you need the right one. Higher numbers do not necessarily mean a higher, upgraded fluid.

Now, the thing is knowing that your vehicle requires specific grades and types of fluids; using the right fluid is good and using the wrong ones is bad. Once you've got that down, it's easy to remember to check with your friendly and knowledgeable pros at Charlie's Fast Lube Perryville or your vehicle owner's manual to find out which automotive fluids to use.

Give us a call.

Charlie's Fast Lube Perryville
575-517-0022
701 S. Perryville Ave
Perryville, Missouri 63775
http://www.charliesfastlubeperryville.com

 

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