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Auto Correct

270 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratings

Auto Correct is a route to correct your problem with your automobile. Our mechanic on duty, Coach Charlie Melton, ASE Master Mechanic, retired instructor from Clinton High School’s Automotive Technology Program, will listen to the issue then determine the best way to go about solving your concern. In Mississippi, having your transportation in the shop for repair is an inconvenience few can afford. Calling in to get advice may be a valuable time saver. Discover the best type of specialist to work on your car or realize that this repair is in your wheelhouse.


Email the show: [email protected], listen live on MPB Think Radio Thursdays at 10 a.m. CST, and Saturdays at 11 a.m. CST.


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Episodes

Auto Correct | Emails Answered!

March 21, 2024 17:04 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MB

On the show, Coach Charlie answers your emails and gives his tip of the week! Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News: Texas will charge EV owners an extra $200 per year to make up for loss in gas tax revenue Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Auto Correct Throwback | What to Look for When Buying a Used Car

March 14, 2024 16:00 - 44 minutes - 61.7 MB

Original Air Date: Thursday, October 19, 2023 Inspecting any used car and taking it for a test drive before you purchase it is important. After identifying the used car you’re interested in and running a vehicle history report to ensure there are no undisclosed issues, like accident damage or title issues, you’re ready to meet the seller, inspect the car, and take it for a test drive. Source: https://www.carfax.com/blog/test-drive-car On the show, Coach Charlie discusses the steps you shou...

Auto Correct | Gasoline Direct Injection

March 07, 2024 21:00 - 46 minutes - 63.4 MB

The water pump pushes coolant from the radiator through the coolant system, into the engine and back around to the radiator. The heat that the coolant picked up from the engine is transferred to the air at the radiator. Without the water pump, the coolant just sits in the system. Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News: Consumer Reports Says Not To Buy These Popular Cars, Offering Alternatives You Should Buy Instead A...

Auto Correct | Water Pumps

February 29, 2024 19:42 - 45 minutes - 61.9 MB

The water pump pushes coolant from the radiator through the coolant system, into the engine and back around to the radiator. The heat that the coolant picked up from the engine is transferred to the air at the radiator. Without the water pump, the coolant just sits in the system. Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News: EVs Will Get Easier To Fix Thanks To A Feature Gas Cars Have Had For Decades Auto Casey: 2024 Kia T...

Auto Correct | Dashboard Warning Lights

February 22, 2024 17:47 - 43 minutes - 60 MB

Vehicle warning indicators, better known as dashboard warning lights, can be a vehicle owner's worst nightmare. From the dreaded 'check engine light' to the 'low tire pressure' indicator, these symbols let you know that something is amiss with your vehicle. Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News: GM Says It's Dropping Apple CarPlay And Android Auto Because They're Unsafe Auto Casey: 2024 Chevrolet Trax RS | Short Tak...

Auto Correct | Batteries

February 16, 2024 01:09 - 44 minutes - 61.5 MB

An automotive battery, or car battery, is a rechargeable battery that is used to start a motor vehicle. Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News: Gov. Reeves asks lawmakers to appropriate $350 million in state funds to Marshall County EV battery deal Auto Casey: 2024 Ford F350 King Ranch | Short Take Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Auto Correct - Classic | Emails & Talk to Us Messages

February 08, 2024 17:46 - 48 minutes - 66 MB

Original Air Date: 08-03-2023 Today we’re answering your Emails & Talk to Us Voice Messages to help steer you in the right direction. You can also use the Talk to Us feature on the MPB Public Media App to ask Coach a direct question! Download the app from your app store, open it, then click on the menu to the left to find the Talk to Us tab, scroll to find Auto Correct, click the mic and leave your message! It’s as simple as that. Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Reca...

Auto Correct - Instant Classic | Your Emails Answered!

February 01, 2024 19:53 - 48 minutes - 67 MB

Today we’re answering your emails to help steer you in the right direction.  Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News: Should cars have built-in speed limits? Some think it’s time Auto Casey Car Review: 2023 Lexus RZ 450e | Short Take Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Auto Correct | Exhaust Systems

January 25, 2024 18:27 - 46 minutes - 63.8 MB

An exhaust system is used to guide reaction exhaust gases away from a controlled combustion inside an engine or stove. The entire system conveys burnt gases from the engine and includes one or more exhaust pipes. Depending on the overall system design, the exhaust gas may flow through one or more of: Cylinder head and exhaust manifold A turbocharger to increase engine power. A catalytic converter to reduce air pollution. A muffler (North America), to reduce noise. Email the show: auto@m...

Auto Correct | New Year Maintenance Resolutions

January 18, 2024 23:34 - 45 minutes - 61.9 MB

Maintenance is a regular service that is required for your vehicle while auto repairs are performed when your vehicle is not functioning properly. A New Year's resolution is a tradition in which a person resolves to continue good practices, change an undesired trait or behavior, accomplish a personal goal, or otherwise improve their behavior at the beginning of a calendar year. Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News:...

Auto Correct | Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)

January 11, 2024 21:03 - 45 minutes - 62 MB

What does “SRS” mean in a car?  SRS is an abbreviation for Supplemental Restraint System, which is the name for the system that monitors and controls your airbags’ and seatbelts’ ability to function properly in the event of an accident. Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News: New technology installed beneath Detroit street can charge electric vehicles as they drive & Mississippi has a new license plate design & Fiat ...

Auto Correct | The Great EV Debate

January 04, 2024 23:36 - 46 minutes - 63.2 MB

Electric Vehicle (EV) Definition An EV is defined as a vehicle that can be powered by an electric motor that draws electricity from a battery and is capable of being charged from an external source. An EV includes both a vehicle that can only be powered by an electric motor that draws electricity from a battery (all-electric vehicle) and a vehicle that can be powered by an electric motor that draws electricity from a battery and by an internal combustion engine (plug-in hybrid electric vehi...

Auto Correct | Your Emails Answered!

December 28, 2023 17:00 - 48 minutes - 67 MB

Today we’re answering your emails to help steer you in the right direction.  Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News: Should cars have built-in speed limits? Some think it’s time Auto Casey Car Review: 2023 Lexus RZ 450e | Short Take Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Auto Correct | Undercarriage Maintenance

December 21, 2023 17:44 - 43 minutes - 60.2 MB

What is the Undercarriage? The section of a vehicle that is underneath the main cabin of the vehicle. For trucks and automobiles, the Undercarriage contains the chassis. Why Does the Undercarriage Require Maintenance if No One Can See it? It is easy to forget about your vehicle’s undercarriage. What you don’t typically see is easy to forget about, which is why the undercarriage is often overlooked when performing regular maintenance. But neglecting the maintenance of the undercarriage c...

Auto Correct | Odometer Fraud

December 14, 2023 18:00 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MB

Odometer fraud, also referred to as "busting miles" (United States) or "clocking" (UK, Ireland and Canada), is the illegal practice of rolling back odometers to make it appear that vehicles have lower mileage than they actually do. Odometer fraud occurs when the seller of a vehicle falsely represents the actual mileage of a vehicle to the buyer. According to the Office of Odometer Fraud Investigation at the US Department of Transportation, odometer fraud is a serious crime and important cons...

Auto Correct | All About Diesels

December 07, 2023 18:06 - 45 minutes - 63.1 MB

The diesel engine, named after Rudolf Diesel, is an internal combustion engine in which ignition of the fuel is caused by the elevated temperature of the air in the cylinder due to mechanical compression; thus, the diesel engine is called a compression-ignition engine (CI engine). This contrasts with engines using spark plug-ignition of the air-fuel mixture, such as a petrol engine (gasoline engine) or a gas engine (using a gaseous fuel like natural gas or liquefied petroleum gas).  Email t...

Auto Correct | 18-Wheelers & Commercial Vehicles

November 30, 2023 19:03 - 45 minutes - 62.1 MB

An 18 wheeler or semi-trailer truck is the combination of a tractor unit and one or more semi-trailers to carry freight. A commercial vehicle is any type of motor vehicle used for transporting goods or paying passengers. Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News: Video catches dogs ripping cars to shreds at Houston dealership Auto Casey Car Reviews: 2023 Lincoln Navigator Reserve Edition | Short Take Hosted on Acast....

Auto Correct | Electronic Steering

November 16, 2023 23:31 - 44 minutes - 60.9 MB

Electrically assisted steering systems, also known as electric power steering (EPS), dispense with hydraulic fluid entirely. In these systems, the steering movement is assisted by an electric motor.  Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News: Mississippi Ranks #1 Deadliest State for Driving Over Thanksgiving & 2025 Toyota Camry Goes Hybrid-Only, AWD Available on Every Trim Auto Casey Car Reviews: 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 6 LR...

Auto Correct | New Safety Technology

November 09, 2023 18:09 - 44 minutes - 60.5 MB

Vehicle safety has changed drastically over the years, and today newer cars are safer than ever before. Thanks to advanced engineering, in-depth research and analysis of crash data, newer vehicles are built better and have more safety features to protect you. Advanced technologies that have emerged in recent years give you even more safety options — you can choose what features are best to keep you and your family safe on the road. Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Reca...

Auto Correct | Car Audio

November 02, 2023 23:11 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MB

Vehicle audio is equipment installed in a car or other vehicle to provide in-car entertainment and information for the vehicle occupants. Until the 1950s it consisted of a simple AM radio. Additions since then have included FM radio (1952), 8-track tape players, cassette players, record players, CD players, DVD players, Blu-ray players, navigation systems, Bluetooth telephone integration, and smartphone controllers like CarPlay and Android Auto. Once controlled from the dashboard with a few ...

Auto Correct | Winterizing Your Vehicle

October 26, 2023 21:53 - 43 minutes - 59.8 MB

Is it necessary to winterize your car? Normally, you'd want to winterize your car before cold weather hits, but it's never to late to get your car prepared to tackle frigid temperatures and some snow. Failing to do so could leave you stranded, in need of an emergency repair, or on the back foot in freezing temperatures. Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News: OnStar Helps Cleveland Police Shut Down Stolen Vehicle Aut...

Auto Correct | What to Look for When Buying a Used Car

October 19, 2023 17:13 - 44 minutes - 61.7 MB

Inspecting any used car and taking it for a test drive before you purchase it is important. After identifying the used car you’re interested in and running a vehicle history report to ensure there are no undisclosed issues, like accident damage or title issues, you’re ready to meet the seller, inspect the car, and take it for a test drive. Source: https://www.carfax.com/blog/test-drive-car On the show, Coach Charlie discusses the steps you should take when you inspect and test drive a used ...

Auto Correct | Euro Cars

October 12, 2023 21:52 - 45 minutes - 62.6 MB

Euro cars are vehicles manufactured by European automakers that are known for their high-quality engineering, sophisticated design, and impressive performance. These cars are highly desirable among car enthusiasts and are associated with style, luxury, and performance. And in with us for the first segment jump-start the topic, is Mike Marsh with the 16th Annual Euro Fest, happening in Ridgeland Friday & Saturday, October 13th - 14th, 2023 at Renaissance at Colony Park. Email the show: auto@...

Auto Correct | Live @ the 27th Annual Cruisin' the Coast

October 05, 2023 18:09 - 44 minutes - 61.3 MB

America’s Largest Block Party, Cruisin’ The Coast®, began in 1996 as a festival to celebrate antique, classic and hot rod vehicles, nostalgic music and related events. With close to 10k registered vehicles, Car enthusiasts from 40 states plus Canada, Germany and Puerto Rico arrive on the Mississippi Gulf Coast once a year to showcase their rides and to cruise our state’s beautiful 30-mile stretch of beach-side highway with designated stops in Bay St. Louis, Biloxi, D’Iberville, Gulfport, Pas...

Auto Correct Promo | Live @ the 27th Annual Cruisin' the Coast

October 03, 2023 14:44 - 30 seconds - 712 KB

Get ready for the ride of a lifetime! Join Auto Correct live at the 27th Annual Cruisin’ the Coast in Gulfport, October 5th at 10 am! Tune in to the ultimate automotive experience as we rev up for this spectacular event. We'll bring you all the high-octane action, car enthusiasts' insights, and expert advice to make your car dreams come true. Join ASE Certified Master Technician, Coach Charlie Melton, live from one of the biggest car shows in the South, where you can ask your car questions...

Auto Correct | The Real on Recalls

September 28, 2023 20:35 - 44 minutes - 61.3 MB

Recalls can come from an automaker or the federal government, through its National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), when they've determined a specific vehicle doesn't meet minimum safety standards. Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News: People Are Supposedly Falling For This Obvious ‘Pump Switching’ Scam Auto Casey Car Review: 2023 Toyota Prius Limited | Short Take Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...

Auto Correct | Online Vehicle Data Tools

September 21, 2023 18:46 - 45 minutes - 61.9 MB

What is vehicle collection data?: Vehicle Data Collection solutions help companies collect, transform, and transfer vehicle data to the cloud in near real time while optimizing cost. As a result, data-driven analytics and machine learning help companies build innovative applications that improve vehicle quality, safety, and autonomy. Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA Auto Casey Car Review: 2023 Mercedes EQS | Short Ta...

Auto Correct | Online Car Buying

September 14, 2023 19:34 - 44 minutes - 61.3 MB

By the strictest definition, a customer is buying a car online only if they complete the entire transaction from start to finish using the Internet.  Email the show: [email protected] Helpful Link: Pros and Cons of Buying a Car Online Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News: LA’s New Back-In-Only Parking Spaces Are Causing Chaos Auto Casey Car Review: 2023 Mercedes EQS | Short Take Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Auto Correct | Car Financing Options

September 07, 2023 21:21 - 44 minutes - 61.7 MB

Financing a car means taking out a car loan that you repay over time. When you take out a car loan, you agree to pay back the amount you borrowed, plus interest and any fees, within a set period of time. Shopping around and comparing loan offers could save you significant money in interest and fees. Today, we discuss car financing options, between your repair questions. Email the show: [email protected] Recall News: NHTSA pushes to recall 52 million airbag inflators that ruptured and caus...

Auto Correct | Is Your Car Worth Repairing? Or Should You Replace It?

August 31, 2023 17:11 - 43 minutes - 60.3 MB

Maybe you were even given one by your parents, a sibling, or some other questionable ‘benefactor.’ You drive it, maintain it, and fix it; you seem to put an endless amount of money into it, and the air conditioning still doesn’t work. Eventually, it seems like you say a prayer every time you turn the key, and you start to think… is now the time? And then you get some estimates for repairs, and you really start to wonder. Is it a good decision to put $1,000 into new tires or struts, or should...

Auto Correct | The Best Drives in Mississippi

August 24, 2023 20:05 - 44 minutes - 61 MB

Think you have to be an avid hiker or willing to brave the intense summer heat to take in the amazing scenery that fills Mississippi? Think again! The Magnolia State is home to several scenic byways, which means you can view some of the state’s most spectacular sites from the comfort of your own vehicle… Today, we discuss The Best Drives in Mississippi, between your repair questions. The 5 Best Mississippi Scenic Drives: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g28945-Activities-c47-t74-Mi...

Auto Correct | Selling Your Car

August 17, 2023 18:40 - 45 minutes - 62.9 MB

Today we’re talking about Selling Your Car and we’re here to help steer you in the right direction.  Quick Facts About Selling a Car: When putting your car on the market, you’ll want to decide whether to trade it in at a dealership, sell it yourself, or get an instant cash offer.  Even if you plan to sell a car yourself, it’s wise to get backup offers from one or more dealerships and use them as leverage. Selling a vehicle yourself brings the most profit, but you must stay cautious. Ema...

Auto Correct Promo| Let's Soup This Thang Up!

August 10, 2023 17:37 - 44 minutes - 60.9 MB

Today, Let’s Soup This Thang Up, and we’re here to help steer you in the right direction.  To soup up a car means to tinker with the air and fuel mixture to get the most out of its engine's performance. The term “souped up” dates back to 1911, referring to horses that have been injected with narcotics to make them run faster. “Souped up” came from the slang word “soup,” the narcotic injected into horses. Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tir...

Auto Correct Promo| Emails & Talk to Us Messages

August 03, 2023 20:00 - 48 minutes - 66 MB

Today we’re answering your Emails & Talk to Us Voice Messages to help steer you in the right direction. You can also use the Talk to Us feature on the MPB Public Media App to ask Coach a direct question! Download the app from your app store, open it, then click on the menu to the left to find the Talk to Us tab, scroll to find Auto Correct, click the mic and leave your message! It’s as simple as that. Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, ...

Auto Correct | Emails & Talk to Us Messages

August 03, 2023 20:00 - 48 minutes - 66 MB

Today we’re answering your Emails & Talk to Us Voice Messages to help steer you in the right direction. You can also use the Talk to Us feature on the MPB Public Media App to ask Coach a direct question! Download the app from your app store, open it, then click on the menu to the left to find the Talk to Us tab, scroll to find Auto Correct, click the mic and leave your message! It’s as simple as that. Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, ...

Auto Correct | Do-It-Yourself Repairs - Part 2

July 27, 2023 18:12 - 44 minutes - 60.7 MB

Basically, DIY means that, instead of hiring a professional to do a particular task — or, instead of buying goods from a store or an artisan — you're choosing to do that task or create those products yourself, rather than paying a professional or someone else to do it for you.  Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News: Why Does Your Air Conditioning Need Recharging? Auto Casey Car Review: Nissan Frontier PRO-4X Hoste...

Auto Correct | Oxygen Sensors & Catalytic Converters

July 20, 2023 17:43 - 43 minutes - 59.6 MB

Automotive oxygen sensors, colloquially known as O2 sensors, make modern electronic fuel injection and emission control possible.  If an oxygen sensor fails, the engine computer won't be able to correctly set the air-fuel ratio, which could result in lower fuel economy, higher emissions and damage to other components, such as an overheated catalytic converter. https://www.cars.com/articles/when-should-the-oxygen-sensor-be-replaced-1420663031800/ Email the show: [email protected] Recalls...

Auto Correct | Windows & New Windshield Tech

July 13, 2023 18:32 - 44 minutes - 61.4 MB

From heads-up displays to Gorilla Glass to Panoramic and wiper-less windshields, new innovative glass technologies are being used on automotives and have been taking the industry by storm.  Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News: Does Car Insurance Cover Windshield Replacement? Auto Casey Car Review: 2024 Subaru Crosstrek  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Auto Correct | Maximizing Fuel Economy

July 06, 2023 17:30 - 44 minutes - 61.8 MB

Improving fuel economy refers to the attempt to achieve a better fuel economy through a variety of means in a vehicle in an attempt to save money and reduce emissions.  Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News: Leaving a child unattended in a hot car has already cost one MS life this summer Auto Casey Car Review: 2023 Jeep Compass Trailhawk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Auto Correct | Do-It-Yourself Repairs

June 29, 2023 20:01 - 47 minutes - 64.6 MB

Today we’re talking about Do-It-Yourself Repairs and we’re here to help steer you in the right direction. Basically, DIY means that, instead of hiring a professional to do a particular task — or, instead of buying goods from a store or an artisan — you're choosing to do that task or create those products yourself, rather than paying a professional or someone else to do it for you. Email the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Auto Correct | Auto Insurance

June 15, 2023 20:25 - 43 minutes - 59.9 MB

Vehicle insurance (also known as car insurance, motor insurance, or auto insurance) is insurance for cars, trucks, motorcycles, and other road vehicles. Its primary use is to provide financial protection against physical damage or bodily injury resulting from traffic collisions and against liability that could also arise from incidents in a vehicle. Vehicle insurance may additionally offer financial protection against theft of the vehicle, and against damage to the vehicle sustained from eve...

Auto Correct | Buying a New Car

June 08, 2023 20:13 - 45 minutes - 63 MB

Topic: With Americans holding on to their vehicles longer than ever, following the pandemic, purchasing a new car can come with it’s challenges… Good rules of thumb to start, is to spend no more than 20 percent of your monthly household income on a new car and to assess what you like and dislike about your current vehicle. Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News: Why Americans are holding on to their vehicles longer t...

Auto Correct | Summer Driving

June 01, 2023 20:02 - 46 minutes - 63.8 MB

Topic: Snow, rain and ice are common cold-weather threats to driver safety, but summer brings with it its own set of dangers. For drivers, the added traffic of summer vacationers is just part of the increased risk — construction, sun glare and unpredictable weather patterns all add to the danger. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, summer and fall are the most dangerous times of the year for drivers, with July and August being the deadliest. More drivers are out on the ...

Auto Correct | First Car Stories

May 25, 2023 20:24 - 44 minutes - 61.4 MB

Topic: The first stationary gasoline engine developed by Carl Benz was a one-cylinder two-stroke unit which ran for the first time on New Year’s Eve 1879. Benz had so much commercial success with this engine that he was able to devote more time to his dream of creating a lightweight car powered by a gasoline engine, in which the chassis and engine formed a single unit. On January 29, 1886, Carl Benz applied for a patent for his “vehicle powered by a gas engine.” The patent – number 37435 – ...

Auto Correct Promo| First Car Stories

May 18, 2023 16:00 - 30 seconds - 713 KB

Do you remember your first car? Maybe it was a hoopty that you loved none-the-less? We want to hear your story. Download the MPB Public Media App on your iPhone or Android device. Find "Auto Correct" under the "Talk to Us" feature, and tell us! Then tune-into Auto Correct with ASE Certified Master Technician, Coach Charlie Melton, Thursday, May 25th at 10 a.m. CST, to hear your 1st car story on-air! Email the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...

Auto Correct | Wheel Hub Bearings

May 11, 2023 19:07 - 44 minutes - 61 MB

Topic: A wheel hub bearing assembly usually includes manufactured Bearings, Sensors and Seals. The assembly is the collection of the different parts that gives the wheels free rotation while the bearing is the part that manages your vehicle’s weight and movement.  Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News: Backseat Dangers: Small Cars Fumble in Updated IIHS Crash Test  Auto Casey: 2023 Ram Rebel 2500 | Short Take Host...

Auto Correct | After-Market Warranties

May 04, 2023 20:56 - 41 minutes - 57.6 MB

An aftermarket warranty provides protection for your car after its manufacturer warranty expires. Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News: Is an Aftermarket Car Warranty Worth It? Auto Casey: 2023 Nissan Leaf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Auto Correct | Traction Control System

April 27, 2023 19:56 - 45 minutes - 62.6 MB

A Traction control system - Wikipedia (TCS), also known as ASR is typically (but not necessarily) a secondary function of the electronic stability control (ESC) on production motor vehicles, designed to prevent loss of traction, (i.e., wheelspin) of the driven road wheels. TCS is activated when throttle input and engine power and torque transfer are mismatched to the road surface conditions. We’ll learn about them, and Coach Charlie Melton, ASE Certified Master Technician, takes your repair ...

Auto Correct | Fuel

April 13, 2023 22:12 - 44 minutes - 60.5 MB

A motor fuel is a fuel that is used to provide power to the motor in motor vehicles. Currently, the majority of motor vehicles worldwide are powered by gasoline or diesel. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Motor_fuel We’ll learn about them, and Coach Charlie Melton, ASE Certified Master Technician, takes your repair questions. Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: http...

Auto Correct | Low & High Pressure Fuel Systems

April 06, 2023 22:40 - 43 minutes - 60.4 MB

The fuel system is made up of the fuel tank, pump, filter and injectors or carburetor, and is responsible for delivering fuel to the engine as needed. Each component must perform flawlessly to achieve expected vehicle performance and reliability. https://www.stp.com/fuel-system-fuel-additives/ We’ll learn about them, and Coach Charlie Melton, ASE Certified Master Technician, takes your repair questions. Email the show: [email protected] Recalls: You can find out if your car has a past rec...

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