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Ron Ananian The Car Doctor

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor

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The Car Doctor - 3/19/22 - 13 Silverado Water Pump Replacement

Ron starts this episode talking about the consumer element in auto repair with the story putting leaf springs in an E-150 Ford van and setting his foot on fire : takes a call on a 13 Silverado where the caller is replacing the water pump, and now has heater hose questions : takes a call on a 14 Explorer with a crank/no start condition : takes a call on a 21 Camry LE with a ticking sound under the oil fill cap : and recaps the 13 Silverado call.Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 19, 202235 min

The Car Doctor - 3/12/22 - Starting A Car That Has Sat

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 90 Wrangler leaking clutch fluid : takes a call on a 13 Silverado with a leak in the water pump, and a question on which gasket to use : takes a question on old type canister coils for farm tractors : takes a call on an 03 Cavalier that just died on the road, but restarted and keeps restarting : talks about filter maintenance : takes a call with a question on Ron’s opinion on lithium ion batteries as opposed to AGM batteries : takes a call on how to start an 03 Monte Carlo that has been sitting for over a year : and takes a call on a 14 Mustang where the radio and clock have gone out.Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 12, 202236 min

The Car Doctor - 3/12/22 - Wearing A Raincoat To Repair A Car

Ron starts this episode talking about working on a car where he needed to wear a raincoat and a story about a leaking Mini Cooper : takes a call on a CRV where the battery went dead and she is asking if the vehicle will be hurt by the dead battery : talks to Tom Greco about the AASP trade show : takes a call on a 14 Explorer with a crank, no start condition.Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 12, 202235 min

The Car Doctor - 3/5/22 - Scan Tool Changes

Ron starts this hour talking with Mike Flink of Autel Scan Tools about numerous topics, among them, scan tool changes and Chrysler, and talks to Mike Mueller, author of The Complete Book of Ford Mustang.Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 5, 202235 min

The Car Doctor - 3/5/22 - Mark Mills Talks To Congress

Ron talks with Mark Mills of The Manhattan Institute regarding electric cars and his recent testimony in front of Congress.Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 5, 202235 min

The Car Doctor - 2/26/22 - Sienna Front End Vibration

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 13 Chrysler Mini-Van that just randomly shuts off while driving down the road : takes a call on an 06 Sienna with a front end vibration : takes a call from a listener looking to help with the guy whose mini van is randomly shutting down : takes a call on an 03 Mazda MPV that needs tires looking for advice : discusses parts guys in dealerships : and talks about the danger of having too much stuff on your keyring with your car key.Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 26, 202235 min

The Car Doctor - 2/26/22 - A Flat Tire and Quick Lubes

Ron starts this episode stating that he has a weird job, with the story of a 15 Subaru with a flat tire and quick lubes : takes a call on a 13 Suburban and oil consumption issues : takes a call on a 13 Silverado where the caller got gas at a station that was at the bottom of their tank, now it stalls out and has trouble starting : takes a call with questions on CTV transmissions : tells a story of a car towed in and a Car Doctor sighting : and talks about the postal service buying new gas powered vehicles.Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 26, 202235 min

The Car Doctor - 2/19/22 - 86 Camry With A Knock

Ron starts this episode talking about a ship fire on a boat loaded with electric cars : takes a call on an 86 Camry with a knock : takes a follow up call on an 06 CRV with a crank no start condition : talks about finding a mechanic with a story about how much oil change you need : takes a call on swapping out an air conditioning compressor on an 03 Lincoln Town Car – and a 2000 Sable asking if it’s worth doing an engine swap.Visit us at http://www.cardoctorshow.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 19, 202236 min

The Car Doctor - 2/19/22 - The Stuck Spark Plug

Ron starts this episode with a story about a Ford Edge with a misfire and a stuck spark plug : takes a call on a 12 Camry with a squealing sound when turning the wheel : takes a call on an 01 BMW 325i that is overheating : takes a call on a 12 Audi Q5 and a question on diagnostic tools.Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 19, 202235 min

The Car Doctor - 2/12/22 - F150 Intermittently Skipping Gears

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 97 Dodge Maxivan 2500 with a hard start when warm : takes a call on a 14 F150 that will intermittently either skip gears or hang on a particular gear : talks about a $5 Billion plan to put electric car chargers on the highways – this from the White House : takes a call on an 03 Chevy Pickup with electrical issues : answers an email on a Chrysler 6000 and a problem with the oil filter adapter : talks about the GMC Super Cruise hands free car.Visit us at http://www.cardoctorshow.com! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 12, 202235 min

The Car Doctor - 2/12/22 - GMC Canyon Misses When Cold

Ron starts this episode talking about auto repair defying the laws of physics and using PM, pure magic, to fix cars, with the story of a 12 Grand Cherokee with multiple problems : takes a call on a 99 Sentra with a bad fuel pump : answers an email on manual transmission fluid in an older Chevy S10 : takes a call on an 18 GMC Canyon that misses when cold, but is OK when it warms up : and finishes the hour with some comments on some of the calls this hour.Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 12, 202235 min

The Car Doctor - 2/5/22 - Subaru Disabling Telematics in MA

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 11 Highlander that sometimes surges at lower temperatures : talks about how to know when you need tires : talks about an article about the US refusing to embrace electric vehicles : talks about Subaru disabling telematics in Massachusetts due to Right to Repair, and takes a call on the subject : talks about how complicated cars are to repair these days : talks about hotline services to find repair shops.Find out more at https://www.cardoctorshow.com! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 5, 202236 min

The Car Doctor - 2/5/22 - The Value of Used Cars

Ron starts this episode with a story of an 07 Edge with a badly maintained battery, among other things found – and the value of used cars : takes a call on an 09 Mariner that keeps blowing the blower resistor : takes a call on an 11 Avenger with a check engine light and P0455 and P0456 codes : takes a call on a 98 Tacoma that blows head gaskets.Find out more at https://www.cardoctorshow.com! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 5, 202235 min

The Car Doctor - 01/29/22 - 10 Pilot Front End Rattle

Ron starts this episode talking about his Facebook page and questions people ask him on the page, and answers a couple of questions, one a discussion of diesel vehicles : takes a call on a 10 Honda Pilot with a rattle in the front end, and a 13 Tacoma that has a delay : takes a call on a 12 Camry where all the brake lights are on : takes a call with a wild story : takes a call on an 07 Compass with a crank/no start condition : and talks about problems with servicing or towing electric vehicles.Find out more at http://www.cardoctorshow.com! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 29, 202235 min

The Car Doctor - 01/29/2022 - The Engine Doesn't Go Back Together Correctly

Ron starts this episode about a 17 Silverado that came in which had previously had engine work done under warranty – and the response the owner got when there was a problem and he went back to question the dealership : talks about a recent interview he did : takes a call on a 2000 Grand Marquis and questions on the blend door and the transmission shift lever : takes a call on an 06 Sienna where the transmission fluid was changed, it now has a leak, and the caller suspects the trans is over full.Learn more by visiting us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 29, 202235 min

The Car Doctor - 1/22/22 - A "repair" Done By A Dealership

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 96 Pontiac Grand Prix that just had its water pump changed and now there is coolant in the oil : takes a call on an 04 Tahoe with a small coolant leak, and asks Ron how to introduce K Seal to the system : answers an email on ethanol free fuels : talks about the article on the Tesla autopilot car accident about a year ago where the “driver” of the car is being tried in the accident : talks about a teenager who claims to have hacked over 25 Tesla vehicles without the vehicle owner’s knowledge : talks about how busy the shop was this week and that people are keeping their cars longer : and takes a quick call about a “repair” done by a dealership.Find out more at https://www.cardoctorshow.com! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 22, 202236 min

The Car Doctor - 1/22/22 - CRV Oil Consumption

Ron starts this episode talking about his first Fuzzbuster and comparing auto repair to opera and that he was on his own in the shop this week and still got things done : takes a call on a 10 CRV that is consuming oil and also a radiator leak : takes a call on a 95 Blazer that needs brake lines and the caller is having difficulty choosing the correct ones : talks about a Ford truck someone brought to a dealership because the steering wheel would shake on application of brakes : answers an email on a Mazda where the writer is looking for a clutch.Find out more at https://www.cardoctorshow.com! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 22, 202235 min

The Car Doctor - 1/15/22 - F-150 Oil Pressure Drop

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 05 CRV with no spark when it gets cold, below about 38 degrees : takes a call asking about aftermarket extended warranties : takes a call on an 18 Renegade with an oil consumption issue : takes a call on a 13 F-150 where the oil pressure drops to zero at idle : takes a call on a 95 Blazer where the caller is having problems with air in the brake lines, and is looking for the correct way to bleed them : and ends with the story of Lisa with a car that needed a laundry list of things the car needed. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 15, 202236 min

The Car Doctor - 1/15/22 - Power Failure At The Shop

Ron starts this episode talking about how his Monday started – with a power failure at the shop, and watching the power company change the transformer on the pole – and a conversation with the guy from the power company that said there is no infrastructure for electric cars : talks about New Jersey passing a law to get rid of fossil fuel trucks by 2035, then talks about replacing batteries : talks about cleaning crud out from under the hood because you’re breathing all that through your air intake system : takes a call on an 04 F-150 with a new engine throwing codes, and the dealer is now saying it needs a new computer : takes a call from a listener asking why we aren’t producing hydrogen fuel cells rather than electric. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 15, 202235 min

The Car Doctor - 1/8/22 - The Freightliner with a Bad EGR Valve

Ron starts this episode chatting with a long time listener, Ellison, who has a question on an 07 Chevy with overheating problems with the transmission : takes a call on an 02 Lincoln LS with fuel system problems : takes a call on electric cars and airplanes : takes a call on a 12 Cascadia Freightliner truck with a Detroit Diesel that has black soot forming in the coolant tank : and talks about a customer that called who had a flat and the hub had rusted to the vehicle. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 8, 202235 min

The Car Doctor - 1/8/22 - Why Gas Goes Bad Faster In Motorcycles

Ron starts this episode talking about diagnosing a vehicle with the story of a 2011 Buick Lucern that came in that ran great one day, and would not start the next day : takes a call on a 13 Journey with a leak between the transmission and the engine and, after working on it, the oil pressure is sky high : takes a call asking why gas in his motorcycles goes bad faster than in his cars : talks about the State of NJ eliminating all but electric trucks by 2035 : talks about the I-95 winter weather problem and the electric cars on this highway that ran their batteries flat. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 8, 202235 min

The Car Doctor - 1/1/22 - Coolant Exchange On Your Own?

Ron starts this episode talking about the EPA mileage standards and an article in the Wall Street Journal regarding them and how the government and manufacturers are going to force electric vehicles by obsoleting parts for gasoline cars : takes a call on a 91 Bronco that drops RPM’s while driving normally, but it doesn’t show in the speed of the vehicle : takes a call on a 17 Mustang GT where the caller asks if he can do a coolant exchange on his own : takes a call on an 09 Tahoe with an O2 heater circuit problem : talks about mandates coming that will end up mandating electric vehicles : answers a few Facebook questions. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 1, 202236 min

The Car Doctor - 01/01/22 - 38 Willys Coupe Engine Replacement

Ron starts this episode talking about the story of the customer that used to repair vehicles and how difficult it sometimes is to work with them : takes a call on a 38 Willys Coupe where the caller is replacing the engine and transmission : takes a call on an 18 Silverado that doesn’t restart when hot : and talks about his wife’s car and what Ford is doing about it. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 1, 202235 min

The Car Doctor - 12/25/21 - A Chat With Paul Eisenstein

Ron talks with Paul Eisenstein of TheDetroitBureau.com, taking a look back towards 2021 and a look ahead to 2022. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 25, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 12/25/2021 - Proving An Overheat In December

Ron starts this episode talking about his Santa trip this year, and proving an overheat in December in the Northeast : takes a call on an 06 Accord with a possible transmission problem, also asking for Ron’s opinion on the Mazda 2.5 Liter engine with cylinder deactivation : talks with Robert McBride of All Data discussing ADAS : goes back to the previous caller with a follow up on a P0401 code he had a few months back : and ends the hour talking about the end of On-Star. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 25, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 12/18/21 - Our Electric Infrastructure

Ron discusses the electric infrastructure in the US and how that impacts the electric future with Manhattan Institute Fellow Mark Mills, Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 18, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 12/18/21 - Talking Air Conditioning. In the Winter??

Ron starts this episode ranting about General Motors dropping the On-Star phone feature : talks about an 06 Accord where the power seat won’t recline properly : talks about an 85 Monte Carlo with brake issues he has been working on : takes a call on a 16 Lincoln MKX with a transmission problem : talks to Chuck Kinkaid Product Development Manager of Mahle Air Conditioning on trends for 2022 : and finishes the hour talking about next week’s show. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 18, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 12/11/21 - The Hesitating Protege

Ron starts this episode talking about the posting of a story on his Facebook page about how electric vehicles are endangering the rain forest : takes a call on a 94 Mazda Protégé that is hesitating and jerking coming off of a stop : takes a call on a 14 Jeep Grand Cherokee with a radiator leak : takes a call on an 03 LeSabre with a coolant elbow leak : has a chat with a listener about electric cars, possibly a perpetual motion machine : talks about a power grid failure this winter in Connecticut. Visit Ron at https://www.cardoctorshow.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 11, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 12/11/21 - 65 Ford Pickup Ammeter

Ron starts this episode talking about not knowing which story from the shop to tell this week – and tells a story about breakfast at the diner this morning : takes a call from Mexico on a 94 Grand Marquis that, while coasting down a hill, the check engine lights comes on : takes a call on a 65 Ford pickup where the caller is looking to install it but doesn’t know how : talks about the societal impact of auto repair. Visit Ron at https://www.cardoctorshow.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 11, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 12/4/21 - Rogue Airliner Sounds

Ron starts this episode talking about various topics including our Christmas show : takes a call on undercoating : takes a call on a 16 Rogue that has a noise like an airplane taking off while driving : talks about a 2016 Jeep Patriot that had a small leak evap code that he repaired this week, which leads to a discussion on how evaporative emissions systems work : talks about procedures with recharging your AC : takes a call on an 06 Malibu with AC problems. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 4, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 12/4/21 - Common Sense Maintenance Tips

Ron starts this episode talking about basic common sense maintenance tips : takes a call on an 11 Caravan with numerous codes which is running rough and has no power : takes a call on a 22 GMC Yukon and a question on undercoating and washing the undercarriage : takes a call with questions on picking a battery : and ends talking about his wife’s Explorer and the navigation screen. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 4, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 11/27/21 - 08 Rabbit Transmission Solenoids

Ron starts this episode with the continuation of a call on electric vehicles from the first hour : takes a call on an 08 VW Rabbit with a solenoid problem in a warm transmission : takes a call on an 06 E350 van that had steering system play, the front end was replaced, now the steering wheel doesn’t return to center after a turn : and finishes by answering questions from the Facebook page. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 27, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 11/27/21 - A Conversation on Electrics

Ron starts this episode talking about the cars of the late 70’s and comparing them to the value of today’s cars : talks about the article that he posted about a Tesla fire that caught the house on fire, and his view of electric cars : and talks about a 2008 RAV 4 that was difficult to get out of gear : takes a call on a 20 Jeep Compass that is not driven all that often (it only has 2000 miles on it), and the dealership installed a battery maintainer. The caller asks if this is the only solution and what’s really going on : takes a call on a 13 Civic LX and a battery life question : takes a call from a gentleman with a 21 Bolt and a 20 Clarity wanting to talk electrics and how he both agrees and disagrees with Ron. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 27, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 11/20/21 - Wrong Parts Installed?

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 22 Impreza and questions on the accident avoidance system that apparently didn’t function when it met up with a deer : takes a call on a 10 Caddy SRS that had a check engine light and when the caller brought it into the dealership, found it had a recall on a steering component – they had the recall done and the car doesn’t steer correctly : takes a call on an 01 Astro Van that is racing at fast idle on start up, but it does not bring idle down : talks about electric charging times : talks about the NAPA cost calculator. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 20, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 11/20/21 - The F-150 That Can't Be Fixed

Ron starts this episode talking about his week at the shop talking about how people are now hanging onto their cars and fixing everything and how the demand for used parts has gone sky high : talks about an electric school bus that works well – in Alaska – but the battery dies quickly when it is below zero : takes a call on an 18 F-150 that is making all types of strange noises and the dealer cannot fix it : takes a call about jump starters : takes a call on electric cars : talks about the latest Mitchell One system for customer communications. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 20, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 11/13/21 - A Chat with Paul Eisenstein

Ron spends this episode chatting with Paul Eisenstein of thedetroitbureau.com about various auto topics. Visit our website at https://www.cardoctorshow.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 13, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 11/13/21 - Information, Please

Ron starts this episode starts talking about how future changes in the automobile will change other industries : takes a call on a 90 Firebird that misses between 1700 and 2000 RPM : talks with Ben Johnson, Director of Product Management at Mitchell One on car repair information. Visit our website at https://www.cardoctorshow.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 13, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 11/6/21 - Winter Maintenance and the Parts Shortage

Ron starts this episode talking about a 64 Ford Galaxie with an exhaust leak : takes a call on an 03 Grand Am where the oil light came on, the sensor was replaced, and there is a complete mess under the vehicle : discusses the care and feeding of older vehicles : talks about battery fires : takes a call on an 01 BMW 325i with a no crank, but when the key is removed then reinserted, the vehicle will crank : discusses winter car maintenance and the national parts shortage. Find out more at https://www.cardoctorshow.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 6, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 11/6/21 - What Makes A Car A Classic

Ron starts this episode talking about diagnosing “simple” problems : takes a call on an 11 Tahoe that was making a knocking noise, the mechanic said it was lifter noise, then it died in a parking lot : talks about what makes a car a classic : talks about why you can no longer buy a manual transmission from most manufacturers : talks about supply chain problems : takes a call on a 97 LeSabre looking for a place to send the instrument cluster for service : and ends with a call talking about the “simple things” that almost cost the caller $3000. Find out more at https://www.cardoctorshow.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 6, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 10/30/21 - RAV 4 Hybrid Battery Charge

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 2000 Malibu with a P1887 code : takes a call on an 02 Grand Cherokee where the radiator fan isn’t running : takes a call on a 19 RAV 4 Hybrid where the battery charge never seems to reach 100% : takes a call on an 07 Mustang where the AC blower doesn’t come on. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 30, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 10/30/21 - 07 Pilot Ticking Sound

Ron starts this episode talking about the pain point of gasoline, and how does that affect getting parts for maintenance : takes a call on a 94 F-150 with no odometer or speedometer : takes a call on an 07 Pilot LX that had a ticking sound, and the dealer says it will take $4000 to repair – he’s asking if it’s worth it : and talks a bit about ADAS and talks about a Chevy with a Stabilitrak problem. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 30, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 10/23/21 - Converting To Natural Gas

Ron starts this episode taking a call on the possibility of converting a 15 Colorado to natural gas : takes a call on a 10 CRV with a flashing gas cap light : takes a call on a 91 Toyota pickup with a touch of predetonation : talks with Mark Bogdansky, VP of Events of AAPEX, regarding the AAPEX show this year : takes a call on a 15 Dodge Caravan with a failed transmission, and Toyota stating their transmission fluid is lifetime. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 23, 202136 min

The Car Doctor - 10/23/21 - Patience To Get Through The Day

Ron starts this episode talking about the full moon and the tale of a 2010 Ford Escape and how it takes patience to get through the day : takes a call on an 11 Malibu that starts OK, then sputters and won’t go over 10 MPH : takes a call on an 85 Ranger that was sitting for 10 years and it has a transmission seal leak : takes a call on an 06 Scion XB that the caller is looking to replace, and he has questions on manual transmissions. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 23, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 10/16/21 - Caring For An Older RAV4

Ron starts this episode with an email on an 18 RAM 1500 and transmission questions and parts availability, and talks about when the parts availability switch gets shut off : takes a call on an 03 LeSabre with a fuel pressure issue : talks about California buying back internal combustion vehicles : and talks about California banning all gasoline powered lawn equipment : talks about the supply chain breakdown affecting availability of car parts : takes a call on an 03 RAV 4 with the caller looking for tips on caring for an older vehicle : talks about a customer that had an intermittent no crank/no start condition that went to the dealership. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 16, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 10/16/21 - 15 Equinox Compass

Ron starts this episode stating there is a disconnect between younger persons and cars today, with people starting out with higher end cars rather than older vehicles and learning to properly take care of them : takes a call on a lawn tractor looking to keep mice out of the engine : takes a comment on his opening statement with younger people driving higher end cars : takes a call on a 15 Equinox where the compass is not working after an oil change. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 16, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 10/9/21 - Chevy Turbo Replacement Problems

Ron starts this episode talking about doing he show every week : takes a call on an 02 Ranger where the temperature gauge went whacky : takes a call on a 17 Colorado where the ignition switch won’t go to the position to allow the key to come out : talks to Stefan Braun, Applications Specialist from Liqui Moly on how to choose the fuel additive for your vehicle : takes a call on a 15 Chevy full size pickup where the turbo was replaced, and now the owner is told the turbo has no lubrication : and ends talking about the computer chip shortage. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 9, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 10/9/21 - A Tale of Two Taillights

Ron starts this episode talking about the tale of two tail lights : takes a call on an 11 Chevy Express with a misfire only at idle : takes a call on a 10 GMC Sierra asking where is the cabin filter : takes a call on a 96 Grand Cherokee that will run for a while, then just die. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 9, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 10/2/21 - 38 Chevy Master Deluxe

Ron starts this episode talking about dealers buying the 21 model year Bolt to try to get them off the road : takes a call on a hard starting 03 LeSabre : takes a call on an 04 Highlander with a bad temperature control module that a mechanic attempted to repair : takes a call on a 38 Chevy Master Deluxe asking if he should put an electronic ignition in the vehicle : talks about electric car infrastructure : takes a call on a 17 Explorer with a non working front windshield washer : takes a call on an 06 Forerunner with questions on trans fluid changing. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 2, 202135 min

The Car Doctor - 10/2/21 - Cat Converter Heat Shield

Ron starts this episode talking about working on a dual overhead cam engine this week : takes a return call on a 90 Firebird he has been helping a listener repair : takes a call on a 12 Jeep Liberty where the caller is asking numerous questions as she cannot find much information about this model year from various sources : takes a call on an 11 Subaru Legacy where the cat converter heat shield was rattling, so the repair shop just removed it. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 2, 202135 min

The Car Doctor 9/25/21 - Chevy 1500 Suspension Problem

Ron starts this episode talking about dealers not being infallible and using full synthetic rather than semi synthetic oil : and talks about bad designs : takes a call on an 07 Colorado asking how to remove a wheel hub to change the bearing : takes a call on an 01 Chevy 1500 with a suspension problem : talks about an article he read on how tires will change with electric vehicles : talks about China’s empty factories thanks to their electric car push. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 25, 202135 min