FluidsBattery Basics for DexterIt's important for Dexter drivers to know battery basics. First, let's talk about which is harder on a battery hot or cold Missouri weather. Most Dexter area drivers think it's cold weather because that's when we call on our batteries to have enough power to start a cold vehicle engine.However... Read More Posted in Fluids on November 14, 2021 The Right Automotive Fluids for Dexter DriversAll those automotive fluids can be confusing for Dexter 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 caus... Read More Posted in Fluids on November 07, 2021 The Right Fluids for Your VehicleThe current vehicles in the market have over a century of engineering behind them. They have evolved into complex and powerful machines. Developments in their engines, however, have coincided with advances in many other vehicle components, including the fluids.It's up to people in Dexter to alwa... Read More Posted in Fluids on April 25, 2021 Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter Service Tip: Why Synthetic Oil Is Good For Your VehiclesHello Missouri! Today's vehicle care topic is: Synthetic Oil vs. Petroleum Based Oil. Synthetic motor oil is a substitute for petroleum based oil. If you aren't currently using it, why not? Synthetic motor oil maximizes engine power and fuel economy. To see why, we'd need a microscope, so we'll ... Read More Posted in Fluids on January 10, 2021 Charge It in Dexter for Extended Battery LifeHere's an interesting statistic for our in Dexter, Missouri, drivers: Only 30 percent of car batteries make it to 48 months. And the life expectancy varies by where you live. It ranges from 51 months in extremely cold areas to just 30 months in extremely hot climates.Why is that? It turns out th... Read More Posted in Fluids on September 13, 2020 Taking the Heat (Batteries in Hot Weather)Quick question. Which is tougher on a vehicle's battery, the heat or the cold? Believe it or not, it's the heat. Think about it. The battery often sits in the engine compartment next to that motor generating lots of heat. That can accelerate corrosion in the battery and may even cause water i... Read More Posted in Fluids on June 28, 2020 Automotive Tips from Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter: Making a Battery Last LongerOne thing all Dexter drivers can do to extend the life of their battery is to keep it clean. A greasy, dirty battery holds in damaging heat. Same goes for removing corrosion from the terminals. Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter can help maintain your battery.Allowing your battery to be deeply depleted ... Read More Posted in Fluids on May 31, 2020 Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter Guide to Using the Correct Fluids in Your VehicleToday's Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter post focuses on using coolant. If you pour in the wrong kind, it won't protect the cooling system and may even void the warranty. Check your vehicle owner's manual. Of course, your Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter service advisor will know the proper coolant for you... Read More Posted in Fluids on April 12, 2020 Need a New Battery? Call Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter TodayHello Dexter drivers! Need a new battery? There is a good chance that you do 70% of batteries need to be replaced within four years. As your battery discharges and then recharges as you drive around Dexter, bits of the surface of the battery plates disintegrate. As this process continues over a... Read More Posted in Fluids on December 08, 2019 A New Battery in DexterHello Dexter drivers, let's talk about batteries. Car batteries are just like any rechargeable battery. They will eventually wear out and die. If you are shopping for a new battery in Dexter, here's some auto advice to help you.There are two measurements to consider when purchasing a new battery... Read More Posted in Fluids on August 06, 2019 |
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