FluidsBattery Replacement at Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta in SpartaHello, welcome to Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta. Today's focus is batteries. It seems like everything in Sparta runs on batteries. Of course, the batteries we're most concerned with here at Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta are those in our customer's vehicles. Just like the batteries in our smoke detecto... Read More Posted in Fluids on October 10, 2021 Charge It in Sparta for Extended Battery LifeHere's an interesting statistic for our in Sparta, Illinois, 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 March 21, 2021 Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta Service Tip: Why Synthetic Oil Is Good For Your VehiclesHello Illinois! 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 24, 2021 Automotive Tips from Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta: Battery TestingThe simple fact is that 70% of car batteries fail within 4 years. They just need to be replaced at Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta when they are no longer able to hold a full charge.Batteries are a big ticket item for most Sparta drivers and its tempting to put off buying a new one as long as possible... Read More Posted in Fluids on July 05, 2020 Super Slick at Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta in Sparta: Synthetic OilWhen you get an oil change, it's always a safe bet to just use the type of oil the manufacturer recommends. But sometimes we're asked if we'd like conventional or synthetic motor oil. We glance at the price tags on the two options and choose the cheaper one. But in this case, the more expensive ... Read More Posted in Fluids on December 01, 2019 Illinois: What Is the Risk of High Oil Change Intervals?Illinois residents may have heard that vehicles don't need their oil changed as often as they used to. That's true. But it's not the whole story.Owing to improved engine technology and higher oil quality, most newer vehicles can go longer between oil changes than their older counterparts.So what ... Read More Posted in Fluids on June 23, 2019 Automobile Fluids For Your vehicleIf you've walked through the automotive fluids section of an auto parts store in Sparta, you'll know how overwhelming the sheer number of products available can be. How do you know what's right for your vehicle?As you know, these fluids all serve a function in making your car run as you drive ar... Read More Posted in Fluids on June 09, 2019 Need a New Battery? Call Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta TodayHello Sparta 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 Sparta, bits of the surface of the battery plates disintegrate. As this process continues over a... Read More Posted in Fluids on March 10, 2019 Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta Advice on What to Pour into Your VehicleChanges in vehicle design and manufacture have resulted in changed fluid requirements for our vehicles. With the sophistication of engines, transmissions, differentials, etc., it's best for Sparta residents to always use the proper type of fluid for their vehicle. Using incorrect fluids can actu... Read More Posted in Fluids on January 06, 2019 Battery Maintenance Tips From Charlie's Fast Lube SpartaWhen it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons:First, your vehicle won't start or run without it. Second, it is the key to the long life of your auto electrical system. If your battery isn't working efficiently, your alterna... Read More Posted in Fluids on November 12, 2018 |
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