Auto Correct: Suspensions

Can you guess what we’re going to talk about today? Tires, air, springs, shock absorbers? . . . put them all together and that’s your suspension system. At least I think so – Coach will tell us more and answer vehicle repair questions.

Recalls:

Kia Recalls 2013-14 Optimas for Leaking Fuel Hose Dealers will replace the hose for free to resolve the issue. Kia will begin notifying owners April 15, but those with further questions can call the automaker at 800-333-45422017-22 Ford Super Duty Trucks Recalled Over Driveshafts Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft, as necessary. They will also properly attach the underbody insulators. Both repairs will be done for free, and Ford will begin notifying owners April 4. For further questions, call Ford at 866-436-7332 (Ford’s number for this recall is 22S09)2014 Kia Souls Recalled Over Front Airbag Issue To resolve the issue, dealers will update the airbag control unit software for free. Kia will begin notifying owners April 15, but those with additional questions can call the automaker at 800-333-4542

You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.

In the news: not so much in the news but on the air – Tuesday In Legal Terms had the General Council for the Dept. of Public Safety. He reminded us you’ll need a Read ID before May 3rd, 2023 to fly in a plane or enter some federal buildings. He also cleared up: DPS handles people’s licenses. Department of Revenue handles vehicle licenses.http://inlegalterms.mpbonline.org/episodes/in-legal-terms-public-safety

Auto Casey: Cadillac XT6

Short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V9FOdMBTz34&t=0s

Long version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1bWCpKJs9uw

Coach Charlie’s Tip of the Week: Check your vehicle’s air conditioner soon before the weather starts to heat up.

Questions:

Adjustable strutsTypes of oil filtersPullVibration at accelerationOil lifeGrade braking mechanismFuel pump relayBrake lightsF-150sStabiliTrakHummer transmissionTire dry rotECMBack up cameraWorth fixing up

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