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Ron Ananian The Car Doctor

905 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 230 ratings

With over 40 years of repairing cars and 27 on the radio helping you repair them, Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, is an expert at everything automotive. Call us at 855-560-9900.

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The Car Doctor - 2/17/24 - 21 Bronco Window Rattle

February 17, 2024 21:39 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about a car with a wiring harness that was “repaired” : takes a call on an 09 Escape where the caller asks if he should be using Ford parts or after market, and a  discussion on brakes : takes a call on a 12 Equinox that surges when coming to a stop : takes a call on a 21 Bronco and questions about a window rattle : takes a call on an 04 PT Cruiser where the blinkers for 10 seconds then stop. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/li...

The Car Doctor - 2/17/24 - The Pink Thing

February 17, 2024 21:20 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about renovations and upgrades with the story of a pink VW Thing : takes a call on a 97 Yukon with spongy brakes : talks about a Buick Regal that has a faulty ABS system, talking about MA inspection with ABS : takes a call on a 17 Maxima and a question on whether to have the dealer do a transmission flush or go elsewhere. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 2/10/24 Hour 2 - Polishing and Cleaning Chrome on a 59 Vette

February 10, 2024 21:58 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about an article on brake hoses on All Data : takes a call on a 93 Buick Regal with an ABS light : answers an email on a 59 Corvette and questions on polishing and cleaning chrome : answers an email on a 15 Subaru that needs tires : takes a call on a 17 Fusion where the caller is asking what he can expect for useful life if all the maintenance is done by the book : talks about an 11 RAV4 that needed tire pressure sensors : and talks about the almost repaired F...

The Car Doctor - 2/10/24 Hour 1 - 05 Sentra Strut Kit

February 10, 2024 21:37 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about an interesting two trucks he worked on this week – an F150 where the owner wanted all driveline fluids changed, and a 2020 RAM where all the fluids needed to be changed badly : takes a call on button start on cars, and asking advice on which new vehicle to buy : takes a call on an 05 Sentra where the caller is looking to put a quick strut kit on it : takes a call on an 03 LeSabre where the rear brakes were replaced and now there are squeals an squeaks at...

The Car Doctor - 2/3/24 Hour 2 - Failed Transmission 16 Jetta

February 03, 2024 21:39 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about a 12 Equinox with a fuel smell and the fuel line was leaking : answers an email about a 20 Accura and a recall for bad connecting rods and ends and cranksafts falling out of the vehicles : answers an email with intermittent blowers : takes a call on a 16 Jetta with a failed transmission : takes a call on a 99 Ford and questions on the spark plugs – and also, planned obsolescence : talks about batteries : and talks about start stop technology in a Toyota....

The Car Doctor - 2/3/24 Hour 1 - Welding

February 03, 2024 21:22 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about a vehicle he repaired where he had to smoke the evap system, had to call tech support for the welder, and there was a Car Doctor sighting : takes a call on a 15 CRV with an intermittent push button start : talks about welding in general with a caller : talks about nostalgia with an auto repair shop : talks about an 89 Caprice he worked on this week : talks about an F150 with stuck spark plugs. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio...

The Car Doctor - 1/27/24 Hour 2 - Care and Use of Tools

January 27, 2024 21:52 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

Ron starts this episode with an email about buying a car : takes a call from a caller looking to buy a car : tells a story of a 17 Subaru with a large evap leak : takes a return call on a Mercedes C300 with a crank no start : takes an email on a Forrester looking for recommendations on running the car if they wish to store it periodically : talks about tools and proper care and use of tools with the story of a wasted body module. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio....

The Car Doctor - 1/27/24 Hour 1 - 12 GMC Terrain Engine Failure

January 27, 2024 21:27 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about a 21 Nissan Rogue with a blown engine and another that needed tires : takes a call on a 15 Grand Caravan with an oil leak : takes a call on a 12 GMC Terrain with a failed engine : takes a call on an 07 Highlander where, in DC, the caller had to replace a gasket that dripped oil on the exhaust manifold and he is asking what would have happened with a NJ inspection : and talks about a 10 Escape that needed an oil change but had brake problems. Visit us at...

The Car Doctor - 1/20/24 Hour 2 - Mercedes Crank No Start

January 20, 2024 21:54 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about evap problems as he’s seen a lot of them this week, in particular, an 08 Hyunai : takes a call on a 16 Legacy with a rattle in the rear : takes a call on an 02 Impala that has trouble starting after it’s warm : takes a call on an 09 Mercedes C300 with a crank no start condition. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 1/20/24 Hour 1 - 66 Caddy Parts Quality

January 20, 2024 21:23 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about having a sit down with the Pittsburgh area Car Doctor Fan Club : talks about a 66 Caddy he was working on in the shop that needed a starter and the quality of parts : takes a call on a 14 CRV where the alternator was replaced and now the gas mileage has dropped : takes a call on an 84 Renault Alliance making a ginding noise in 4th and 5th gear : and takes a call on a 15 Legacy with the heat shield rattling. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   ...

The Car Doctor - 1/13/24 Hour 2 - A Chat with Mark Mills

January 13, 2024 22:05 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB

Ron spends this episode chatting with Mark Mills of the Manhattan Institute regarding states and countries pulling back from an electric car mandate. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 1/13/24 Hour 1 - Tire Safety

January 13, 2024 22:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

Ron starts this episode with a call on maintenance costs on a BMW X3 after it comes off lease : takes a call on a 16 E150 with multiple problems that turned out to be the wiring harness : takes a question on tire safety with a tire with a gouge in the sidewall : and takes a call on a 22 RAM diesel that sat for a couple of weeks and now has serious problems. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 1/6/24 Hour 2 - HID Replacement Headlamp Errors

January 06, 2024 21:40 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 01 Town and Country with a MAF sensor fault : takes a call on a 16 F150 that shudders and dies at idle : takes a call on a 14 CRV that is losing oil between oil changes : takes a call on a 14 RAM where the caller replaced the headlamps with HID replacements and gets a “no headlights” error message and no power at the headlights : takes a call from someone that takes cabs off of Ford Super Duty trucks all the time : talks about an 02 Chevy Trailblazer...

The Car Doctor - 1/6/24 Hour 1 - Accord Constant Battery Light

January 06, 2024 21:39 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about motor oil : takes a call on an 07 Suburban with a small evap error that keeps coming back : takes a call on an 08 Accord with a constant battery light : and takes a call on an 07 Highlander that needs lower control arm bushings. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 12/30/23 - Buying an Old High Mileage Car

December 30, 2023 21:32 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about sequential failure with the story of a 14 Wrangler where the check engine light has been on for over a year : answers an email regarding an 18 Escape with a misfire on cylinder 3 : takes a call from a listener looking to buy a 12 Escalade with over 200K on it : talks about an 18 Cross Trek that was making a noise that turned out to be a failed rear wheel bearing. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

The Car Doctor - 12/30/23 - Talking About Coolant

December 30, 2023 21:16 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 09 Impala that chugs on cold start up : talks about learning mechanics with no shop classes in schools these days : takes a call on an 86 Crown Victoria and questions on coolant : talks about maintenance. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 12/23/23 - Proper Turbo Operation

December 23, 2023 21:34 - 35 minutes - 33 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about tire pressure systems on a 21 Nissan Rogue and a 19 Ford where things would stop working randomly : takes a call on a 16 Audi A5 an questions on the proper operation of the turbo : answers an email about purchasing a 14 Escape : takes a call on a 13 Lexus ES-350 with a noise in the rear end, the mechanic replaced the bushings, noise is still there : talks about his Uncle Steve : talks about broken motor mounts : and finishes with Ron's version of the Nig...

The Car Doctor - 12/23/23 - 40 Packard with Hot Brakes

December 23, 2023 21:32 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about a 16 Jeep Renegade with difficulty putting gas into it : takes a call on a 40 Packard where the back brakes get extremely hot : takes a call on a 15 F250 with a malfunctioning traction control system : and talks about a 15 Lexus that needed brake calipers.   Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 12/16/23 - The Difficulty Working on Cars

December 16, 2023 21:49 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about a new customer who tried to work on his own Infinity, and talks about the loss of things like auto shop in high schools : and talks about how cars are designed : takes a call from a hands on person about the difficulty of working on cars : takes a call with questions on Honda CVT transmissions : talks about push button shifters and a new use he found for PB Blaster : talks about why remote starters time out : and answered an email on a Durango where ever...

The Car Doctor - 12/16/23 - F-150 Grinding Sound

December 16, 2023 21:30 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about new customers and their stories and the story of a 15 Infinity Q50 : takes a call on a 10 F-150 that makes a low grinding sound, but that goes away if you let up on the gas : takes a call on remote start kits : talks about a 17 Ford Escape where the owner tried to replace his own battery : talks about a 17 Explorer with an airbag fault. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 12/9/23 - Aftermarket Remote Start

December 09, 2023 21:35 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about his week in the shop : takes a follow up call on the black coolant in an 03 LeSabre : takes a call on a 23  4 Runner where the caller asks about adding aftermarket remote start : takes a call on a 17 Fusion with questions on the recommendation of changing the transmission fluid at 150K miles rather than 90K miles : takes a call on an 09 Tacoma with foaming on the oil filler neck. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener ...

The Car Doctor - 12/9/23 - Patriot Flashing Throttle Control Light

December 09, 2023 21:34 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

Ron starts this episode starts this episode talking about the amount of money people are paying to maintain their cars these days and the prices of parts : takes a call on a 94 F-150 where the speedometer and odometer have stopped working : takes a call on a 14 Patriot with a flashing throttle control light and the car dies : takes a call on a 12 Sienna where the rear differential is making noise. Visit ut at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

The Car Doctor - 12/2/23 - The Electric Future Jumps The Curb

December 02, 2023 22:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

Ron talks with Mark Mills of the Manhattan Institute about the numerous car manufacturers and states pulling back from electric mandates. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 12/2/23 - Diagnosing-With Smoke

December 02, 2023 21:45 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

Ron talks with Chuck Kinkaid of Redline on diagnosing using smoke : talks about a 17 Explorer he worked on recently with the airbag light on : answers an email about spare parts for older cars : and talks about Connecticut withdrawing their 2035 electric mandate. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 11/25/23 - Finding Parts for Older Vehicles

November 25, 2023 21:55 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Ron starts this episode with an email on DC giving out tracking devices to owners of Kia and Hyundai vehicles : talks about an Escape that came in for an oil change and left with  tires because of a slash in the tread of one of the tires : talks about a 16 Ford Explorer that came into his shop with an oil leak and smoke from the exhaust : takes a call on someone looking to replace a 10 Explorer and is looking to buy a used car : talks about getting parts for older cars : answers an email reg...

The Car Doctor - 11/25/23 - Stockpiling Parts

November 25, 2023 21:37 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about the RAM pickup that couldn’t take gas : takes a call on a 14 Sorento where the caller has received notice from Kia that she can’t park it in her garage because it could catch fire from a brake fluid leak and she is looking for options : talks about the Kia and Hyundai problems with theft and now Kia vehicles catching fire : talks about working on an 07 Mazda 3 this week that had all types of noises rattles and clunks : takes a call from a caller with a 9...

The Car Doctor - 11/18/23 - Infinity 250 Intermittent P0448

November 18, 2023 21:37 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Ron starts this episode with an 02 GMC Sierra with dim brake lights : takes a call on an 18 Infinity 250 with an intermittent P0448 code : takes a call on a 14 Sliverado where the caller has placed an oil “catch can” near the air intake and wants Ron’s opinion, and also a 13 RAV  bit of dripping on the rear main seal : answers an email on an 06 HR that throws a P0420. Visit us at: https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 11/18/23 - 18 CRV Wheel Bearing Noise

November 18, 2023 21:36 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Ron stats this episode with the continuing story of the RAM pickup that you can’t get gas into : takes a call on an 18 CRV with a possible wheel bearing noise that the caller is having trouble diagnosing : takes a call on a 2000 Town and County that just cuts out driving down the road : takes a follow up call on an 07 Commander where the radio went silent after the battery was changed : ends the hour talking about oil changes. Visit us at: https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.co...

The Car Doctor - 11/11/23 - RAV Front Brake Squeak

November 11, 2023 21:47 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about the problems with EV’s that are in the news : takes a call on a 98 Explorer that will speed up with the brakes are applied : takes a call on a 17 RAV where the front brakes squeak when first applied after they were replaced : takes a call on a 97 LeSabre with a 1374 code that is intermittent : takes another call on a RAM truck he worked on that you can’t get gas into : and does a salute to Veterans. Visit us at: https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omn...

The Car Doctor - 11/11/23 - Changed Commander Battery, Now No Radio

November 11, 2023 21:16 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about all the weirdness that came into his shop this week, like the 2020 RAM pickup that you can’t get gas into it : takes a call asking about fluid film : takes a call on an 07 Jeep Commander where the caller changed the battery and now there is no volume from the radio and it threw a check engine light – with no error shown : takes a call on how to correct the 2000 RAM gas feed problem : talks with a listener who thinks it would be a good idea to have a webs...

The Car Doctor - 11/4/23 - Replacing the Blower in a 15 Escape

November 04, 2023 20:54 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about the budget of the EPA being cut by 40% : takes a call on a 10 Mercedes where he changed the thermostat, yet the car runs slightly hot and the radiator fan keeps running : talks to Tom about his experience replacing the blower in his 15 Ford Escape : answers an email on a 10 F-150 regarding a misfire code : talks about helping the good customer : answers an email on a 16 Tacoma where the key fobs sometimes do not work. Visit us at: https://www.cardoctors...

The Car Doctor - 11/4/23 - 2000 Camry Timing Belt Replacement

November 04, 2023 20:21 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Ron starts this episode asking if you’ve talked to your kids – about driving and the car and nurturing the next generation in car basics : takes a call on an 11 Lexus RX350 with a question on replacing the clockspring : answers an email on the possibility of an OBD-3 : takes a call on replacing a timing belt on a 2000 Camry and also answers a question on a 94 Buick Roadmaster and he accidentally emptied the master cylinder : talks about looking for a mechanic. Visit us at: https://www.cardo...

The Car Doctor - 10/28/23 - F150 Runs Rough On Acceleration

October 28, 2023 20:33 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 05 Sequoia with no power and a hard shift between fist and second : takes a call on a 19 Edge that has a ticking sound under the hood : takes a call on a 13 F-150 that runs rough on acceleration. Visit us at: https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 10/28/23 - Putting The Brakes On EV's

October 28, 2023 20:16 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

Ron starts this episode with an interview with Nora Naughton from Business Insider on the big 3 auto makers here in the US putting the brakes on EV’s : takes a call discussing start/stop technology : takes a call on a 92 F-150 where the caller is trying to get a hydraulic line for the clutch to properly connect : answers a letter on a 67 Pontiac and a discussion on muscle cars. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 10/21/23 - O2 Sensor Tolerances

October 21, 2023 20:32 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Ron starts this episode with the story of an 07 Ford where everything was wrong, but turned out right : takes a call on a 14 RAM that is giving a 4 wheel drive code, but the 4WD seems to be working OK and the caller is looking to see what the code means : takes a call on a 09 Camry that had a check engine light, the Toyota dealer said to replace the gas cap, light came back on – and she is looking for Ron’s advice : answers an email on a 2000 Accord where the exhaust system was replaced and ...

The Car Doctor - 10/21/23 - Ron Drives A Tesla

October 21, 2023 20:31 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about the electric infrastructure, and his chance to drive a Tesla : takes a call on a 23 Yukon and questions/problems with flat towing : takes a call on an 08 Wrangler X with a leaking radiator : takes a call on an 01 Town & Country that suddenly bucks, jerks and leaves you stranded for 20 minutes when it will then fire right back up. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 10/14/23 - Everything OPUS

October 15, 2023 00:22 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB

Ron chats about everything OPUS with Hugh Atkins of OPUS IVS. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 10/14/23 - A Funny Misfire

October 15, 2023 00:21 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

Ron starts this episode with a story of a funny misfire : discussed disconnecting a battery : answers an email about an 18 Colorado and changing the starter : answers an email on a 16 Suburban with a boatload of issues : and answers an email on an 08 Landcruiser with multiple fault lights. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 10/7/23 - Purchasing A Salvage Vehicle

October 07, 2023 22:55 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Ron starts this episode with a phone call about purchasing salvage vehicles : takes a call on a 76 Ford truck with questions on the charging system : takes a call on an 05 Stratus – battery was replaced, alternator has been replaced 3 times, but the battery is constantly drained dead : takes a call on an 07 Saturn Ion where the temp gauge is intermittent : and talks about the parts shortage. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 10/7/23 - Buying a New Electric Car

October 07, 2023 20:38 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about an article he recently read about what advice you would give your younger self, and talks about finding a competent mechanic to work on your car : takes a call asking about buying a new electric car : takes a call on a 17 Jetta where the rear brakes were changed and the pedal doesn’t feel right, even after being bled by a shop.  And also questions on buying a scan tool : takes a call on a 13 Sierra and questions on possibly using a heavier oil on a high ...

The Car Doctor - 9/30/23 - Cooling System Flushed - Now, No Heat

September 30, 2023 20:44 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about the value of a scan tool to troubleshoot a car : takes a call on an 09 CRV where the caller had the cooling system flushed and now there is no heat : takes a call on a 20 F-150 that pings on acceleration, and the dealer says the only cure is to use a higher grade of fuel : takes a call with a question about purchasing a scan tool : talks about the news article about California looking to restrict travel for classic cars. Visit us at https://www.cardocto...

The Car Doctor - 9/30/23 - 98 Ranger with High Idle

September 30, 2023 20:29 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about a 2010 Escape that he worked on this week that would stall out on hitting the brakes – at least for the customer : then talks about a Honda CRV with an ABS problem : takes a return call on a wiring diagram he supplied for a 12 F350 and also on a 98 Ranger with a high idle : takes a call on an 08 CRV with intermittent AC. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 9/23/23 - Sometimes Ya Gotta Guess

September 23, 2023 20:48 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about having to take a guess to fix a vehicle at times : takes a call on an 06 Buick LeCern with a slipping transmission : takes a call on an 06 GMC Savannah – this is a return call with an update on the misfire and transmission problem he was having : takes a call  on a 94 F150 with no brake lights and an error code with a possible O2 sensor code : takes a call on a 94 F150 with no brake lights. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.co...

The Car Doctor - 9/23/23 - A Normal Hesitation Problem?

September 23, 2023 20:19 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about his “interesting” week in the shop with a story of the 2016 Camaro that needed a starter and showed back up at the shop : takes a call on a 98 Ranger with questions on spark plugs, and asks how to properly change power steering fluid : takes a call on an 05 VW Golf with a P0343 code that dies when it reaches 3100 RPM : takes a call on a 2 Colorado with a hesitation problem that the dealer has led the caller to believe is normal. Visit us at https://www....

The Car Doctor - 9/16/23 - Decision to Keep an Older Car

September 16, 2023 20:51 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB

Ron starts with a call on a 12 Honda Accord that is hard starting : takes a return call on an 05 Chevy Classic where the caller wants to talk through his decision on whether to keep the car or not : talks about the UAW strike and how it will affect parts availability. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 9/16/23 - FMEM

September 16, 2023 20:15 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about FMEM, Failure Mode Effects Management, with a story about Ford’s aerospace Engineers moving into the auto design area : takes a call on an 18 Compass that had an oil change and now has apparent oil leaks, plus, plus a 15 Grand Caravan with a grinding in the back end : takes a call about his comments on oil filter quality last week  Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 9/9/23 - 03 Accord Transmission Problem

September 09, 2023 20:39 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Ron starts this episode with the story of a late model Honda that needed a cat converter, and has for a while : talks about the possible UAW strike : takes a call on an 04 LeSabre with an engine knock and also an 03 Accord with a transmission problem : takes a call on a 99 Subaru Legacy and questions on MAF quality between brands : talks about troubleshooting complicated problems. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 9/9/23 - Changing A Starter On A Camaro

September 09, 2023 20:17 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Ron starts this episode with a story about changing a starter on a Camaro : takes a call on an 84 Eldorado where the engine races when coming to a stop : makes a comment on labor rates : takes a call on a 93 F250 that is having electric transmission issues after it was rebuilt. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Doctor - 9/2/23 - Black Coolant

September 02, 2023 20:44 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

Ron starts this episode with a story about how the car culture changes with a story about an 11 Subaru : takes a call on an 03 LeSabre where the coolant has turned black : takes a call on a 20 MKZ with questions on maintenance as the caller is buying it from a lease : takes a call on an 05 Chevy Classic with rack and pinion problems : takes a call on an 06 Taurus and questions on out of tolerance conditions on the alignment. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/l...

The Car Doctor - 9/2/23 - Storing A Vehicle For Winter

September 02, 2023 20:23 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Ron starts this episode talking about cheap car repair and fixing the car properly without cutting corners : and a story about a new potential customer : takes a call on a 13 F150 with a cylinder 3 misfire : takes a call on a 16 Camaro and questions on storing the vehicle for winter : talks about properly diagnosing a bad catalytic converter. Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.