Ron Ananian The Car Doctor

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 14 Forrester that consumes oil to the point where it needs oil every 500 miles : takes a call on a 95 Caprice Classic with a check engine light and the caller can’t seem to get a trouble code from the vehicle : takes a call on a 14 Grand Cherokee with a sticky rear brake : takes a call on an 07 Mustang with a while from the rear differential on deceleration : takes a call on a 98 Blazer with a rough idle. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode asking if auto repair is like Shakespeare – “to repair, or not to repair” with stories of two vehicles : takes a call talking about the computers in use in his shop : takes a call discussing bio fuels : takes a call on a 13 BMW 535i that has developed a knock after an oil change : takes a call from a listener looking to purchase a 23 RAV4 hybrid and looking for Ron’s opinion. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about what he can tell about many of his customers and changing oil filters : takes a call on the possibility of using natural gas to power cars : takes a call discussing EV’s : answers an email on overloading the electrical system in a vehicle by plugging things in and using a jump pack to maintain computer memory : talks about battery replacement : talks about an NGK/NTK Shop Squad upcoming seminar. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about getting in trouble with an out of town, unfamiliar repair shop, and impatient people wanting immediate service, and the relationship you have with your repair shop : takes a call on a 16 Escape with 96,000 miles and questions on what it needs at this point service wise : talks about the transition to EV’s and the infrastructure in the US : takes a call on a 13 Camry that needs tires and has another small problem – the caller asks if it’s worth putting the money into it. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 96 New Yorker and a question on the electronic AC control : takes a call on an 86 Chevy C10 pickup that has an 86 engine and has just blown it’s third head gasket : takes a call on a 23 Subaru with questions on tire replacement : takes a call on a 99 Yukon that had a no crank and the distributor arc-ed internally and the caller is asking why. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about the dot on a tire and where to put it : takes a call on an 03 Town Car where the caller is asking if he can change the master cylinder on his own : takes a call on a 2000 CRV where the engine shut down in traffic and the dealer has had it for over a week and can’t solve it : takes a call on a 17 Rogue with a problem in the rear lights. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about his week and how crazy it was and how the common theme is people wanting to keep their cars running rather than buying new with the story of a 10 Lexus that came in that supposedly needed $15,000 in air suspension repairs : takes a call from a fellow mechanic with a discussion on diagnosing with a smoke machine : takes a call on an 18 Transit Connect where the transmission is skipping but the mechanic can’t replicate the problem : answers an email about tire balancing. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about proximity of repair : takes a call a listener asking for a comparison on the quality of an 09 Flex as opposed to a newer Flex : takes a call on an 03 Ultima and a question on the timing chain : takes a call on a 23 Cadillac with intermittent power windows : takes a call on a 99 GMC Yukon that just shut off on the highway. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about “cherry picking”, with the story of a new customer this week with car problems : takes a follow up call on a 99 Tacoma with a manual transmission problem : takes a call on a 22 Tahoe and questions on dynamic fuel management : answers an email about a bad gas cap possibly causing a specific fault code : tells his NHOU story : answers an email on an 04 Explorer that a person is looking to replace.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode by telling the tale of two alternators : takes a call on an 11 Rav 4 that may have a bad starter solenoid : takes a call on purchasing a used Chrysler mini van : talks to Tom Greco about the Northeast Automotive trade show : talks about his fan club in the Pittsbugh area : talks about an article regarding new cars selling for well over list price : talks about a car he serviced this week with a bad belt tensioner. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode with an email regarding a listener writing in thanking in Ron for the show : and talks about the salesman from Matco that dropped by the shop this week and a discussion on a Cadillac DTS with HID headlamp problems : takes a call on a 22 Malibu with questions on cars with no fuel caps and start stop technology : takes a call on an 11 Impala that is shifting hard. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron talks with Satwinder Mangat, President of ALLDATA about the challenges of keeping up with rapidly changing technology in vehicles. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron talks with Chuck Kinkade, Global Business Development of Redline Detection about numerous diagnostic tools used in both "regular" vehicles and electric vehicles. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about cooking by comparing cooks and chefs : takes a call on a 19 Compass with a battery that keeps going dead : takes a call on Hyundai’s using oil : talks about 9 old tools you don’t use any more : takes a call on an 08 Camry with an intermittent start : answers an email about waxing headlights. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode asking if we are throwing away technology with a story about cleaning up the shop : takes a return call on an 06 Chrysler 300 that last week was in limp mode, had some work done, is no longer in limp mode, but the ABS light is back on : answers an email on an obsolete scan tool : talks about playing the game “who can be the cheapest” : takes a call on a 15 Lexus NX 200 T with a check engine light with a fuel pressure sensor issue - the caller has been emailing with Ron who told him he may not be able to repair it himself : answers an email on a 15 Civic with a CVT transmission and the plug on the top of it has blown out three times now : answers an email on a 99 Durango, a 98 Landcruiser and an 11 Chevy Cruz Eco with various problems. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about his listeners and, in particular, one from the UK : talks about the construction of certain cars and building custom cars : tells the story of the RAM diesel pickup with no power steering and the importance of not skipping steps in the repair process : answers a letter regarding battery programming and maintenance : takes a call on a 23 Subaru Forester and questions with the automated safety features : and talks about the use of Technical Service Bulletins. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about the 03 Ranger he repaired this week that was somewhat of a mess and didn’t match what the VIN said it should be : takes a call on a 99 VW Bug with carburetor problems : takes a call on a 15 Lexus with a P0191 code : comments on an email regarding Chrysler parts and axles. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode reading an email from Saudi Arabia with brakes having an unusual sound – like a cat meowing : takes a call on an 08 Dakota with an intermittent no crank : takes a call on an 04 Frontier that won’t pass emissions : takes a call on a 15 Rogue where the caller is asking about the thermostat construction : answers an email about critters under hood and getting rid of them. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about the “key drop” test : takes a call on an 05 Chrysler 300C that seems to be going into limp mode and has an ABS code : takes a call on an 05 Audi and questions about restoring the headlights : takes a call on a 99 F-150 that is intermittently missing on idle : answers an email on an 18 Hyundai that uses oil. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about how frustrating it can be to be changing a tire and have your lug wrench not fit : takes a call on a 22 Edge where the caller wants to talk about the Catalytic Converter : takes a call from a caller looking to buy a new car and he has questions on modern safety features : takes a call on a 12 Chrysler 200 where the transmission is shifting strangely between 4th and 5th : answers an email on the home link buttons in Ford vehicles being active with the vehicle off – and you can open the garage door with the car off : talks about an article on the supply of new vehicles : talks about Goodyear’s new tires. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about extreme cold weather and how to prepare your car : takes a call on an 18 Accord Sport that is in limp mode and the dealer can’t figure it out : takes a call on a 13 Tundra with intermittent power steering : takes a call from someone wanting Ron’s opinion on buying a Kia Soul : and answers two emails, one of which is on a 10 Honda and a question on cold air intakes. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode with the story of an 08 Grand Cherokee with power door locks that will unlock but not lock : takes a call on a 17 Fusion where the tire place the caller took it to says they can’t get the wheels off because the plastic lug nuts are bad : takes a call on a 97 CRV where the key fob will only open the driver’s door : talks with Philip Austin, training manager at NGK/NTK : reads an email about fuel additives. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode asking if technology has taken us to the point where certain cars just can’t be fixed with the story of a 19 Rogue that goes into limp mode just because it wants to : takes a call on a 60 Valiant with overheating back brakes : answers an email regarding motorcycle batteries : talks about insurance companies not insuring Hyundai and Kia vehicles : talks about Hyundai calamitous engine failures : answers an email on a 16 Land Rover about changing tires and problems with just changing one. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about visiting the Sheetz in Altoona, PA last week : talks about a 16 Jeep Patriot with bad brakes : takes a call on oil change intervals on a car that only has 600 miles per year put on it : takes a call on a 16 Caravan where the noises, turn signal, chimes, are no longer working : talks about his encounter with a student mechanic. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode starting talking about an 11 Flex no codes and you couldn’t put gas in it : takes a call on an 09 Flex that is missing going up hill : answers an email on a van with a rebuilt transmission that appears to not be going into 4th gear : talks about a Toyota with retractable mirrors that no longer retracted. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 04 Ranger where the radio stopped working – but sometimes works when the clutch is pressed in : answers an email on a Colorado looking for better parts than he is finding locally : takes a call on an 05 Sentra with a punctured tire, and the caller is looking to see if it may be patchable to be used as a spare : takes a call on an 08 CRV with a metal to metal sound in the back end – but only first thing in the morning : takes a call on an 06 Silverado with a question regarding aftermarket rims. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about being cranky and things that got under his skin this past week and his week in the shop : talks about the 14 CRV that didn’t start and things were intermittent : takes a call on a 94 Buick Roadmaster that is blowing lukewarm air and throwing a code : takes a call on an 05 Chrysler 300C with a non working cruise control : takes a call regarding the usefulness of all wheel drive seeing as everyone and their uncle drives one in places where AWD is not necessary : and answers an email about ATV batteries. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Talking EV’s from Training to Repairing Them. Ron is joined by multiple experts in the field. Chuck KinKade, Redline Detection Inc. Dr Mark Quarto , Founder, Quarto Technical Service Dirk Fuchs, Director of Training, I-Car Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Talking EV’s from Training to Repairing Them. Ron is joined by multiple experts in the field. Chuck KinKade, Redline Detection Inc. Dr Mark Quarto , Founder, Quarto Technical Service Dirk Fuchs, Director of Training, I-Car Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode asking the question whether it is the option of a repair shop to work on any car : talks about his true Christmas story about a Grand Cherokee that had multiple problems : talks about the US used car market : talks about an article from JP Morgan on used car prices actually going down. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about getting the shop ready for the new year : answers a few emails, such as replacing the headlights on a 93 Camry : takes a call on electric cars and battery dangers. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about a 13 Hyundai with an oil leak : talks about a Trailblazer with stripped out lug nuts : talks with Drew Hardin about hot rods and his book about Hot Rod Magazine. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about a Hyundai he recently worked on with a check engine light : answers an email on a 10 Mercedes B180 asking about CVT Transmission maintenance : talks with Chuck Kincaid, Global Business Development for Redline Detection : and talks about the book "Shelby American - 60 Years of High Performance". Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about Danny’s 78 Camaro being reborn with a new engine : takes a call on an 86 Bronco with a no start condition : takes a call on an 05 F350 with dual batteries where the battery charging voltages are different : takes a call on an 06 Trailblazer where the caller needs to replace the studs : takes a call about the speedometer on a 38 Chevy Master Deluxe : reads his Night Before Christmas. Visit us at: https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about the difficulty getting repair appointments these days : answers an email on torque required on a particular torque to yield bolt : takes a call about coolant and synthetic oils, and a question on a 22 Malibu with a turbo engine and questions on the oil used in this vehicle : talks about Hertz Tesla’s not working at 9% or lower charge. Visit us at: https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 03 LeSabre with a high idle – a return call that he asked for a follow up : takes a call on an 07 F-150 that, when running in high gear, will stumble when the accelerator is tapped : takes a call on a 14 GMC Sierra with a 4 wheel drive error – it appears stuck in 4 wheel high. Visit us at: https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about making sure you’re right when repairing mechanical devices and the story of an 05 RAV 4 that was in a body shop and wasn’t put together quite right : takes a call from a listener talking about an article he read about Pepsi buying Tesla trucks – and asking what the battery will weigh : takes a call on an 86 Bronco with a no start condition : talks about an email about the Pepsi Tesla trucks : answers an email about oil weight on a Transit van. Visit us at: https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about a 16 Cruze with a strange problem : takes a call on an 09 Silverado with a ticking sound from the right side of the engine : takes a call on a 16 Grand Caravan that had a bad thermostat, and now the caller wants to change the coolant – but – the dealer doesn’t have enough Mopar brand and wants to use Prestone : interviews Ted Bradley of Blaster regarding rust : takes a call on a 99 Suburban with snow tire rims that are leaking and the caller asks how to handle them. Visit us at: https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about car repair as a consumer, and talking about either replacing a car or having major work done : takes a call about maintenance tips for a 22 Silverado with a turbo engine : takes a call on a 12 Mitsubishi Outlander that ran low on oil and he is looking to reduce oil consumption and looking for tips : takes a call on a 16 Equinox and questions on changing transmission fluid : answers an email about changing a timing belt. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron talks with Mark Mills of The Manhattan Institute and an update on the electric future. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron talks with Harlan Siegel, VP or Product Development at Opus/IVS, and a discussion on scan tools : and, Ron also talks with Frank Terlep, VP of ADAS Solutions at Opus/IVS and ADAS systems. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode asking how you determine that it’s not worth fixing any more : takes a call on an 18 Sparc that has developed a tapping after getting gas recently : takes a call on an 03 LeSabre with a high idle : takes a call on a 10 Le Cern with a coolant leak. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode with the thought that a lot of repair shops have lost sight of what it takes to fix a car, with a story of a 16 Odyssey with hesitation and stutter : takes a call on an 03 LeSabre that shifts quick and hard in 2nd and 3rd : answers an email on an 01 S10 with a faulty O2 sensor : talks about electric truck stops : and talks about a report from Consumer Reports regarding the reliability of electric vehicles : takes a call on positive ground : answers a letter on a 19 vehicle and questions on what to do to keep the car operating for a long time. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode with a call about older cars and parts : takes a call on a 2000 Camaro with a security system passkey issue : asks if Google fixes cars, because of people trying to diagnose their cars via Google, and the story of a 12 Prius that came in this week : takes a call on an 05 Liberty with the tire pressure light on and the sensors have been replaced : and answers a letter on an 02 Trailblazer on taking care of the vehicle. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode asking if you have a new car in the driveway that means everything to you and you want to keep it forever – well, guess what? – with the story of a 78 Eldorado he worked on this week : takes a call on a 97 F250 with fuel overfilling the rear tank, and a 12 Cruze where it won’t kick into defrost mode : takes a call on a 99 Sentra where the bolt that holds the rotor on the distributor comes loose, and on an 05 Sentra that won’t start after driving for a while : updates on his plow installation on his plow truck. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode asking how much money is too much to spend on an old truck with a story of a 97 F250 plow truck : takes a call on a 17 GMC Sierra with lifter noise on startup : talks about the SEMA trade show in Vegas : talks about his plow truck and his experience with getting a new plow kit installed on it : takes a call on a 12 Wrangler with heat problems : and talks about low income persons being able to afford electric vehicles. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about the D4300 International he worked on this week : talks about the Minnesota electric vehicle tax : takes a call on an 03 Lincoln Town Car making a rumbling sound when shifting into high gear : takes a call on a 94 35 Series Chevy with no 4 wheel drive operation : takes a call on an 01 Chevy S10 pickup with a P0137 and P140 codes : and talks about the correct way to diagnose a problem. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about a car that came into his shop that was 6 months overdue for an oil change : takes a call on an 09 Escape and questions on transmission maintenance : takes a call on an 03 GMC Sierra with low oil pressure at start up, and the rear fuel tank is not emptying : talks with Haresh Gobin of Launch Tech regarding testing batteries : takes a call on a 14 Camry with a soft brake pedal. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode talking about the chattering Honda : takes a call on a 14 Hyundai with an Evap code : takes a call on an 18 GMC Canyon with a transmission shudder that has been corrected, and questions on downshifting a transmission : talks about a radio host that loves Prius’ and takes exception to Ron’s stand on electric cars. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 94 Chevy pickup where the front brakes intermittently lock up : takes a call on an 05 Rondevous where the AWD and ABS lights are on : talks about an article regarding Ford not abandoning internal combustion engines : interviews Gene Triplett of Michelin regarding their new belts, tensioner and idler division : takes a call on a 95 Dodge Ram that suddenly loses power : talks about changing the water pump on a diesel recently.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.