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Auto Correct

274 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 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: MDOT only

April 28, 2022 21:36 - 49 minutes - 68 MB

While Coach is out this week, we’ve invited Mike Flood from the Mississippi Department of Transportation to join us to tell us what’s up with MDOT. When’s hwy 49 going to be finished? I’m new what’s contraflow? What’s coming for Crystal Springs? We learn about litter, safety, and mowing. https://mdot.ms.gov/ Careers: https://mdot.ms.gov/careers/ Adopt a highway: https://litter.mdot.ms.gov/adopt-highway-program/ Trash Bash: https://mdot.ms.gov/portal/news_release_view/957 Recalls: https:/...

Auto Correct: Drivability

April 21, 2022 19:20 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MB

Sometimes Producer Liz picks a topic for our show. Sometimes Coach picks one. Coach wanted to talk about Drivability today. What is Drivability?! Let’s learn together. Recalls: Mercedes-Benz Recalls Cars, SUVs due to a software error affecting the backup camera display. The solution for dealers is simple: They’ll update the rearview camera software for free. Mercedes will begin notifying owners June 7, but those with further questions can call the automaker at 800-367-6372. Toyota, Lexus ...

Auto Correct: Classics

April 14, 2022 20:43 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MB

Classic cars. You might love them because they remind you of your youth or you just love them! We’ll talk repairs and car shows today with Mike Martin from Classic Restoration. It’s a Flash to the past. Coach also answers your 21st century vehicle questions. https://classicrestorationsllc.com/ Recalls: 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 t...

Auto Correct: Detour

April 07, 2022 17:58 - 44 minutes - 61.5 MB

We’ve got an assortment of information to share with you today. We’ve got MDOT in the house to tell us about this crazy bridge repair that will detour south bound traffic on I-55 and west bound traffic I-20 in central Mississippi. I say “share” and “tell” because there are no phone calls. It’s our pledge drive time. Instead of taking calls we want you to call to make a contribution to MPB 1-888-372-4483 or go to https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/donate We want to hear from you but we wan...

Auto Correct: Transmissions Specialist

March 31, 2022 20:07 - 49 minutes - 45 MB

Transmission are expensive and extensive. But we’ve brought in a specialist today to take your questions! Will Arnold from AAMCO is here to join our crew. Coach is here to so we’ll take a variety of questions. Recalls: 2021-22 Edge SUVs. Ford will begin notifying owners April 25, but those with further questions can call the automaker at 866-436-7332 (Ford’s number for this recall is 22S14). VW Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport SUVs Recalled for Faulty Airbags. Interim notification letters will be...

Auto Correct: Tires Encore

March 24, 2022 20:27 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MB

An Encore from November 4th, 2021 You’ve got a lot riding on your tires. When do you need new ones? How often do you need to rotate them? How do you rotate them? Can you rotate them? These are my questions – what are yours? Recalls: Every recall is serious, so it’s important that you contact an authorized service center or your local dealer as soon as possible. Automakers issue recalls to fix defects, or sometimes just to check for them. Every owner of a recalled model will be contacted by...

Auto Correct: Going Green

March 17, 2022 16:38 - 49 minutes - 44.8 MB

Since it’s St. Patrick’s Day, Auto Correct is going to talk about Green vehicles – not kelly, forest, mint, or lime but ecofriendly vehicles that produce less harmful impacts to the environment than comparable conventional internal combustion engines. And we’ll answer your repair questions. Recalls: Dodge Durangos, Ram HD Trucks Recalled for Indicator Light. Affected vehicles include model-year 2019-22 Ram 2500 pickups, model-year 2019-22 Ram 3500 chassis cabs with a gross vehicle weight r...

Auto Correct: Turbos

March 10, 2022 20:21 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MB

I’ve never given turbo and super charged cars a thought until this week. There’s a lot I didn’t know and a lot I had wrong about turbo engines. I bet you’ll learn a thing or two from this show also. Recalls: BMW Issues Massive Recall for 917,000 Cars, SUVs Over Fire Risk. Affected vehicles include model-year 2008-13 128i coupes and convertibles; model-year 2006-13 3 Series coupes, sedans, convertibles and wagons; model-year 2006-10 5 Series sedans and wagons; model-year 2007-10 X3 and X5 S...

Auto Correct: Suspensions

March 03, 2022 19:32 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MB

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 800-333-4542 2017-22 Ford Super Dut...

Auto Correct: Extend the Life Summary

February 24, 2022 17:55 - 7 minutes - 9.83 MB

This might not be the best time to buy a vehicle – can you even find one to buy. We talked today about how you can extend the life of the vehicle you’ve got. This is a summary of our Thursday 10aC live show. Jeff Schuster, president of the Americas operation and global vehicle forecasting at LMC Automotive said the chip shortage should ease this year, though they project it will likely take all of 2022 and maybe a portion of '23 for things to start getting back to normal. Intel Chief Execut...

Auto Correct: Lights

February 17, 2022 15:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MB

Have you thought about your vehicle’s lights lately? I’m not just talking headlights but interior lights! This is a thing. You can show off your personality, add safety, and upgrade your ride. Coach will tell us about it. And answer your repair questions.  Recalls: Teslas are being Recalled for Obscured Warning Sounds - third sizable recall in just 10 days The culprit this time is the Boombox function obscuring the pedestrian warning system. Tesla will perform an over-the-air software upd...

Auto Correct: Emissions

February 10, 2022 20:06 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MB

Do you remember all those muffler commercials? I’ve learned that mufflers are part of the emissions system. Let’s see what else you and I can learn from Coach today. I’ll ask my questions and take listener questions - about anything.  Donate your vehicle! https://mpbf.careasy.org/home Recalls: quite a few Teslas Recalled for Faulty Seat Belt Warning The driver could consequently be unaware their seat belt isn’t fastened, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. As with the recall announc...

Auto Correct: Computers

February 03, 2022 19:32 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MB

Cars just aren’t simple anymore. Computers control everything. We’re going to find out from Coach what we need to know and hear your vehicle repair questions.  Recalls for the week: Kia Recalls Vehicles for Faulty Airbags this includes: Forte Koup coupes; Forte sedans; Sedona minivans, and Soul and Soul EV hatchbacks. All repairs will be done for free, and Kia will begin notifying owners March 21. Those with additional questions can call the automaker at 800-333-4542 Hyundai is recallin...

Auto Correct: Coolant

January 27, 2022 20:53 - 50 minutes - 45.7 MB

We’re talking about coolant for your vehicle or should I say antifreeze? Are they the same thing? Let’s find out from Coach. We also will get answers to other questions.  Recalls: model-year 2014-16 Nissan Rogues. There’s an Electrical Fire Hazard for the under-dash harness that may corrode due to water and salt intrusion from the driver-side footwell.  Nissan is still developing a remedy, but interim owner-notification letters will be mailed March 2 and a second letter will follow once ...

Auto Correct: Transmissions

January 20, 2022 20:14 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MB

Sometimes we give tips and tricks about dealing with your vehicles - for the regular driver. Today is not one of those shows. We’re talking transmissions. What do you want to know?  Recalls: model-year 2014-15 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ sedans and model-year 2015 Ford Mustang coupes are being recalled for brake lights and rollaway risk. To resolve the problem, dealers will replace the brake-pedal bumper and clutch-pedal bumper for free. Owners will be notified starting March 3. Those wit...

Auto Correct: Auto Casey

January 13, 2022 20:48 - 50 minutes - 45.8 MB

We’re happy to have Auto Correct contributor Auto Casey – Casey Williams as our guest. Last year he drove over 50 different new vehicles and reviewed them on YouTube. Coach Charlie is here to answer your personal vehicle questions.   Recent recalls: Audi Q5 and SQ5 have troubles if you spill a liquid in the back seat! Dealers will install a protective cover on the gateway control module and seal an underbody seam, as necessary, for free. Audi will begin notifying owners Feb. 24, 2022; tho...

Auto Correct: Car Won't Start Encore

January 07, 2022 15:04 - 49 minutes - 67.3 MB

Guest mechanic Charlie Melton from the Clinton High School Career Complex answered our listener calls about cars that wouldn't start. January recalls: 100,000 2011-14 Hyundai Sonata, 2013-14 Santa Fe Sport and 2,300 2019 Lincoln Nautilus    You can find out if your vehicle has a past recall by going to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration’s website: https://nhtsa.gov/recalls  and imputing your VIN number. Consumer Reports has a list of 108 2007-16 models that have a re...

Auto Correct: Brakes and buses Encore

January 06, 2022 20:49 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MB

After getting your vehicle to “go” getting it to “stop” is pretty important. Rotors, pads, calipers – oh, my. Today is about brakes. Some say the repairs are ones you could do yourself. If you’re a better driver maybe you don’t need repairs as often? Recalls for the week: VW Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport SUVs for Airbag Issue - To fix the problem, dealers will repair the drain tube and replace the airbag control module for free. Owners will receive an interim notification of the safety risk sta...

Auto Correct: MDOT recap

December 16, 2021 22:06 - 6 minutes - 8.62 MB

It’s Holiday travel time! We hope you’ll take care (and take MPB with you). Consider downloading the MDOT app. MDOT has free resources to help you deal with traffic. Access what you need to know about road conditions, construction zones, weather and more – even locate welcome centers and rest areas. Designed as a mobile companion for MDOTtraffic.com is the MDOT Traffic App - available as a free download from the App Store or Google Play. This application features location-based alerts, tra...

Auto Correct: Edmunds

December 09, 2021 20:45 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MB

Our good friend Ivan Drury from the automotive website: Edmunds.com is on the show answer questions about new vehicles and the auto industry. Coach is here to answer your repair questions.  https://www.edmunds.com/industry/insights/bios.html Recalls: Ford Bronco Sports, Escapes Recalled for Brakes - Ford does not yet have a fix for the problem, but owners will be notified starting Jan. 10, 2022. Those with further questions can call the automaker at 866-436-7332, the National Highway Traf...

Auto Correct: Brakes and buses

December 02, 2021 18:16 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MB

After getting your vehicle to “go” getting it to “stop” is pretty important. Rotors, pads, calipers – oh, my. Today is about brakes. Some say the repairs are ones you could do yourself. If you’re a better driver maybe you don’t need repairs as often? Recalls for the week: VW Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport SUVs for Airbag Issue - To fix the problem, dealers will repair the drain tube and replace the airbag control module for free. Owners will receive an interim notification of the safety risk st...

Auto Correct: Encore Highway Patrol

November 25, 2021 16:00 - 48 minutes - 66.8 MB

Guest: Major John Poulos from the Mississippi Highway Patrol gave us great information to keep us and our loved ones safe! Listener questions: thanksgiving enforcement gravel trucks 10 codes seat belts female patrol officers impaired driving dash cams top speed pulled over at night defensive driving Recalls for the week: GM to Recall 5.9 Million SUV and Pickups for Takata Airbag Inflators: What Owners Should Know  GM installed the affected inflators into millions of Cadillac, Ch...

Auto Correct: Hybrids

November 18, 2021 18:21 - 50 minutes - 45.7 MB

If you like Sharknado or combination KFC / Taco Bell you might like hybrid vehicles. Let’s learn about them today between your other vehicle repair questions.  Recalls: Mazda has issued a recall for various cars and SUVs related to a fuel pump failure that could cause engine stalling. To fix the problem, dealers will replace the fuel pumps for free. Mazda will begin notifying owners Jan. 11, 2022, but if you have further questions, you can call the automaker at 800-222-5500, option No. 4, ...

Auto Correct: Easy Repairs Encore

November 11, 2021 16:00 - 49 minutes - 67.3 MB

From 02/06/2020 Guest expert Charlie Melton from Clinton High School's Career Complex: What can you do to save money and repair your car yourself? What can you learn to to? We have a list of tasks to try. Questions answered: oxygen sensor jump starting a car replacing a driver's side mirror changing an oil filter evaluating a used car smoke coming from car Here are the recalls for the last 2 weeks: 139,000 Toyota Cars, SUVs and EVs:               2.9 Million Toyota Cars and Hybrid...

Auto Correct: Learn about Tires

November 04, 2021 20:14 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MB

You’ve got a lot riding on your tires. When do you need new ones? How often do you need to rotate them? How do you rotate them? Can you rotate them? These are my questions – what are yours? Recalls: Every recall is serious, so it’s important that you contact an authorized service center or your local dealer as soon as possible. Automakers issue recalls to fix defects, or sometimes just to check for them. Every owner of a recalled model will be contacted by mail to bring their car to an aut...

Auto Correct: Warranties

October 28, 2021 19:52 - 49 minutes - 45 MB

From MPB Think Radio, this Auto Correct, helping you correct your auto problems. Our host is Coach Charlie, Charles Melton. I’m Liz Gill. We’re here to help steer you in the right direction. Do you need a vehicle warranty? How is a bumper to bumper different from a powertrain warranty? Who has needs extended warranty? We’ll find out today! https://www.kbb.com/car-advice/car-warranty-guide/ According to the Federal Communications Commission, auto warranty robocalls are the most common tele...

Auto Correct: Winterize Your Vehicle

October 21, 2021 20:46 - 46 minutes - 42.1 MB

From MPB Think Radio, this Auto Correct, helping you correct your auto problems. Our host is Coach Charlie – Charles Melton master technician I’m Liz Gill.  We’re here to help steer you in the right direction.   I bet you put on a sweater or jacket this week. Let’s learn how to winterize our vehicles. Email us your questions [email protected].  We’d love for you to call in to contribute to Auto Correct and MPB with your financial support. That number is 1-888-372-GIVE  1-888-372-4483 or go...

Auto Correct: Warning! Check Engine

October 14, 2021 21:47 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MB

That check engine light. What does it mean? What is it hiding? We’re going to learn how to check that check engine light and why that’s important.  MPB and Auto Correct is very excited that Coach Charlie - Charles Melton, recently retired automotive instructor at the Clinton High School Career Complex is with us. After 3 years, Auto Correct is changing it up a bit. Our previous host Allison Walker has moved on. You can follower her on Tick-Tock and other social media platforms at The Lady A...

Auto Correct: National SCCA

September 16, 2021 19:33 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MB

We love answering your vehicle repair questions – “we” being Allison! But we – including me, love hearing about Allison’s racing experiences. Between your calls and emails we’ll hear about the Auto Cross National event this past week.  https://www.scca.com/events/1997754-2021-tire-rack-scca-solo-nationals-lincoln-airpark https://www.facebook.com/theladyautomechanic78/  https://www.instagram.com/the_lady_auto_mechanic/  https://twitter.com/TheLadyAutoMech  https://www.automotivegroup.biz...

Auto Correct: Wipers ENCORE

September 09, 2021 15:49 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MB

If you’ve been in the rain with bad wipers, well you know how awful that is. We want to give you some advice on how to take care of your wipers, save you some money, and keep you safe. Allison will also answer your vehicle repair questions.  Follow Allison Walker on social media! She's racing this week. https://www.motorsportreg.com/events/2021-tire-rack-scca-solo-nationals-lincoln-airpark-national-503253 https://www.facebook.com/theladyautomechanic78/  https://www.instagram.com/the_lady_...

Auto Correct: Telematics

September 02, 2021 20:39 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MB

What information does your vehicle collect about your vehicle’s performance and your driving ability? Who gets it? What can be done with it? Let’s learn together between your vehicle repair questions.  Recalls for the week: 2020-22 Jaguars, Land Rovers Recalled for Seat Belt Issue, dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, for free. Land Rover’s recall affects 28,000 model-year 2021 Range Rover SUVs; model-year 2022 Range Rover Sport SUVs; model-year 2020-21...

Auto Correct: Parking Brakes

August 26, 2021 19:08 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MB

Sometimes a caller is the inspiration for a show’s theme. Last week we had a call about parking brakes. Let’s get a refresher course in parking brakes or maybe learn some new tips today.  Calls: check engine drain and fill radiator power steering starting trouble a.c. leak Recalls for the week: Chevrolet Bolt Battery Fire Recall Expands to Remaining 2019 EVs, 2020-22 EVs and EUVs : Bolt owners wait for a replacement battery module, GM advises setting the vehicle to a 90% charge lim...

Auto Correct: Open Topic August

August 19, 2021 19:30 - 50 minutes - 46 MB

Our listeners are going to steer the show today. It’s an open topic show with a variety of questions and news.  Allson Walker is The Lady Auto Mechanic: text 601-502-3157 https://www.facebook.com/theladyautomechanic78/  https://www.instagram.com/the_lady_auto_mechanic/  https://twitter.com/TheLadyAutoMech https://www.automotivegroup.biz/contactus.htm Recalls for the LAST COUPLE OF weeks: Ram 1500, 1500 Classic, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks have an airbag issue. Hyundai and Kia are i...

Auto Correct: Southlife

July 29, 2021 17:23 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MB

Whether you’re a gear head or a Sunday driver, we think you’ll like a car show Saturday, July 31 and August 1 2021. It’s called Southlife. It’s taking place at Trustmark Park in Pearl. Allison and I will be there on Saturday. We’re talking about Southlife on the show today with organizer Roddy Merritt with MPMC Events. Our host is Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic https://www.facebook.com/theladyautomechanic78/ https://www.instagram.com/the_lady_auto_mechanic/  https://twitter.com/T...

Auto Correct: MDOT 2.0

July 22, 2021 20:56 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MB

We’ve got our friend Mike Flood from M-DOT to answer your questions about Mississippi’s highways. Contra-flow, new bridges, cameras on the highways, apps! Info: https://www.mdottraffic.com careers: Mississippi State Personnal Board http://www.mspb.ms.gov/ Home page: https://mdot.ms.gov/ Order paper maps and hurricane guides: http://www.goMDOT.com/maps Recalls for the week: model-year 2013-17 Explorers may experience a seized cross-axis ball problems. Dealers will inspect and replace ...

Auto Correct: Windshields 2.0

July 15, 2021 21:51 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MB

I’m amazed at all the technology in windows now-a-days. From radio antenna, to lane assist – this is NOT your Grandma’s glass. But we’ve got a windshield tech – Mike Harbin from The Righteous Windshield to answer your questions.  (Mike's contact info: 601-573-9035) Along with Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic https://www.facebook.com/theladyautomechanic78/  https://www.instagram.com/the_lady_auto_mechanic/  https://twitter.com/TheLadyAutoMech https://www.automotivegroup.biz/conta...

Auto Correct: Change Those Filters

July 08, 2021 18:44 - 49 minutes - 20 MB

If you want to save money on car repairs – preventive maintenance is the way to go. That means replacing your vehicles filters on a timely basis. When and what do you need to replace? We’ll learn together. For more information about filters listen to another Auto Correct podcast: http://autocorrect.mpbonline.org/episodes/auto-correct-filters Discussion: types of filters - air, oil, cabin, fuel change to protect your vehicle and save on repairs Calls: additives over filling gas tank cl...

Auto Correct: Diesel

July 01, 2021 20:34 - 49 minutes - 19.9 MB

We’re happy to have back on the show Charlie Melton, automotive instructor at the Clinton High School Career Complex. He’s going to answer questions about diesel engines. How are they different? What maintenance do they need? How long do they last? Recalls: Audi A4, S4, TT Added to List of Takata-Related Inflator Replacements. Dealers will replace the airbag inflator with an alternative one for free. VW will begin notifying owners Aug. 20, but if you have further questions, you can call t...

Auto Correct: Edmunds dot com

June 24, 2021 20:18 - 51 minutes - 70.2 MB

In addition to taking regular vehicle repair questions, we’ve got an expert from Edmunds.com on the show to answer questions about new cars.  Recalls for the week: Recall affects the emergency jacks of model-year 2020-22 Encore GX and 2021-22 Trailblazer vehicles. The resolution is pretty clear cut: Dealers will replace the jack for free. Buick and Chevrolet manufacturer GM will begin notifying owners July 26, but those with further questions can call the Buick at 800-521-7300, Chevrolet ...

Auto Correct: Next Stop MS with Roddy Merritt

June 24, 2021 14:22 - 6 minutes - 9.08 MB

Here’s a special podcast for you. Auto Correct’s friend Roddy Merrit – organizer of Southlife Car Show – was recently on MPB’s Next Stop Mississippi heard Fridays at 10am on MPB Think Radio. Roddy talks about how his event company got started and tells a little bit about Southlife. By the way, Auto Correct will broadcast live Saturday, July 31st at 11am. Allison Walker the lady auto mechanic will be there. We’ve got some give away goodies so we hope we’ll see you to! Southlife at Trustmark...

Auto Correct: Towing

June 17, 2021 19:24 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MB

If you drive down the highway, you can’t help but notice all the camper trailers and boats that people are pulling. Not to mention the yard maintenance folks who have trailers with their tools. We’re going to talk about tow capacity and hitches today. But that’s just between your vehicle repair questions.  Our expert is The Lady Auto Mechanic, Allison Walker – ASE Certified.  https://www.facebook.com/theladyautomechanic78/ https://www.instagram.com/the_lady_auto_mechanic/ https://twitter.c...

Auto Correct: Lessons Learned

June 10, 2021 18:53 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MB

We’re all going to share some vehicle mistakes today, so we can learn from each other. That's what this show is about – we want to hear what you did or you heard someone do – that you’d like to warn others about – something that messed up your vehicle, a ticket you got, some mistake that was preventable.  Allison also will take vehicle questions. https://www.facebook.com/theladyautomechanic78/  https://www.instagram.com/the_lady_auto_mechanic/  https://twitter.com/TheLadyAutoMech  http...

Auto Correct: Emmissions

June 03, 2021 19:31 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MB

Our topic is emissions from your car. What is it? What should it be? What can you tell from how your exhaust looks or smells about your car? We’ll learn together. Allison will also take your other vehicle repair questions. https://www.facebook.com/theladyautomechanic78/ https://www.instagram.com/the_lady_auto_mechanic/ https://twitter.com/TheLadyAutoMech https://www.automotivegroup.biz/contactus.htm Recalls for the week: Ford Recalls 192,000 model-year 2013-21 Transit Connect Vans for ...

Auto Correct: Gasoline Encore

May 27, 2021 15:00 - 50 minutes - 34.3 MB

What's the difference between E10, E15, and E85 gas? From the U.S. Energy Information Administration https://www.eia.gov/tools/faqs/faq.php?id=27&t=10 and Popular Mechanic  https://www.popularmechanics.com/cars/car-technology/a25135/guide-to-fuel/ All gasoline engine vehicles can use E10. Currently, only flex-fuel and light-duty vehicles with a model year of 2001 or newer are approved by the EPA to use E15. Flex-fuel vehicles can use any ethanol-gasoline blends up to E85. Pros • Ethanol h...

Auto Correct: May Open Topic

May 20, 2021 16:56 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

From MPB Think Radio, Auto Correct helps you correct your auto problems. Hosted by The Lady Auto Mechanic, Allison Walker . ASE Certified and Liz Gill.  We’re here to help steer you in the right direction. It’s an open topic show today. We took all kinds of questions.  You can always send us an email to our address [email protected]. Calls about: high mileage oil noise after break repair oil changes and service light Turtle crossings transmission drain and fill not flush steering...

Auto Correct: Celebrating YOU

May 13, 2021 19:04 - 45 minutes - 18.1 MB

Welcome to Auto Correct, helping you correct your auto problems. With The Lady Auto Mechanic, Allison Walker – ASE Certified and mechanic Que Moore from On Que Customs. Allison and Que both work at AG Automotive Group and Que also has On Que Custom. Auto Correct wants to celebrate you! What can you do to fix up your car? We want others to celebrate what repairs or maintenance you can do so maybe others can try it also.  https://www.facebook.com/theladyautomechanic78/  https://www.instagra...

Auto Correct: MDOT

May 06, 2021 19:00 - 50 minutes - 20.4 MB

Auto Correct, helping you correct your auto problems. I’m Liz Gill, with The Lady Auto Mechanic, Allison Walker – ASE Certified. Isn’t it comforting when someone takes care of you? In Mississippi, we’ve got a Department of Transportation that takes care of our highways and byways. We’re going to learn about MDOT and ask them some questions. Our guest today. Mike Flood, public information officer, from the Mississippi Department of Transportation. We’ll learn what’s going on with MDOT between...

Auto Correct: Features

April 29, 2021 19:07 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MB

What’s your favorite vehicle accessory? I’m not talking about cruise control or air conditioning - most everyone’s got that. Does your van have a vacuum? Do you have a special cell phone holder?  Between vehicle repair questions we'll learn what our listeners like! No recalls for the week. But some news: Faulty Takata Airbag Responsible for 19th U.S. Death – a 2002 Honda Accord had been under recall since 2011. You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highwa...

Auto Correct: Spark Plugs

April 22, 2021 18:48 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MB

Would you love to learn just one additional thing you could do to save some money on your auto repair? How hard is changing a spark plug? Let’s find out from Allison. She takes YOUR vehicle repair questions too.  Recalls for the week: Model-year 2021 Kia Seltos and model-year 2020-21 Soul vehicles specifically equipped with the 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine - dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine. Dealers also will install piston ring noise sensing software. All repai...

Auto Correct: Air Conditioning

April 15, 2021 18:45 - 49 minutes - 19.8 MB

The weather this week is kind of cold and yucky. You probably don’t want to think about air conditioning. BUT you WILL want it working correctly when it’s 80, 90, 100 degrees. We’ll learn the parts of the ac system – that could fail! Between your repair questions. Air Conditioner System: Compressor condenser Receiver / Dryer or Accumulator Thermal Expansion Valve or Orifice Tube Evaporator Calls this week: change your windshield selecting tires Eurofest - moved to Sunday April 18th...

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