Podcasts by Ron Ananian The Car Doctor

The Car Doctor - 12/9/23 - Aftermarket Remote Start from 2023-12-09T21:35:40

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 afte...

The Car Doctor - 12/9/23 - Patriot Flashing Throttle Control Light from 2023-12-09T21:34:21

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 s...

The Car Doctor - 12/2/23 - The Electric Future Jumps The Curb from 2023-12-02T22:00

Ron talks with Mark Mills of the Manhattan Institute about the numerous car manufacturers and states pulling back from electric mandates.

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The Car Doctor - 12/2/23 - Diagnosing-With Smoke from 2023-12-02T21:45

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 :...

The Car Doctor - 11/25/23 - Finding Parts for Older Vehicles from 2023-11-25T21:55:11

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 ...

The Car Doctor - 11/25/23 - Stockpiling Parts from 2023-11-25T21:37:05

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 beca...

The Car Doctor - 11/18/23 - Infinity 250 Intermittent P0448 from 2023-11-18T21:37:53

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 pla...

The Car Doctor - 11/18/23 - 18 CRV Wheel Bearing Noise from 2023-11-18T21:36:24

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 d...

The Car Doctor - 11/11/23 - RAV Front Brake Squeak from 2023-11-11T21:47:37

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 Car Doctor - 11/11/23 - Changed Commander Battery, Now No Radio from 2023-11-11T21:16:39

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 ...

The Car Doctor - 11/4/23 - Replacing the Blower in a 15 Escape from 2023-11-04T20:54:59

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 k...

The Car Doctor - 11/4/23 - 2000 Camry Timing Belt Replacement from 2023-11-04T20:21:19

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 re...

The Car Doctor - 10/28/23 - F150 Runs Rough On Acceleration from 2023-10-28T20:33:06

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 ...

The Car Doctor - 10/28/23 - Putting The Brakes On EV's from 2023-10-28T20:16:43

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 technol...

The Car Doctor - 10/21/23 - O2 Sensor Tolerances from 2023-10-21T20:32:55

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 work...

The Car Doctor - 10/21/23 - Ron Drives A Tesla from 2023-10-21T20:31:49

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 Wr...

The Car Doctor - 10/14/23 - Everything OPUS from 2023-10-15T00:22:51

Ron chats about everything OPUS with Hugh Atkins of OPUS IVS.

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The Car Doctor - 10/14/23 - A Funny Misfire from 2023-10-15T00:21:54

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 w...

The Car Doctor - 10/7/23 - Purchasing A Salvage Vehicle from 2023-10-07T22:55:56

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 ...

The Car Doctor - 10/7/23 - Buying a New Electric Car from 2023-10-07T20:38:14

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 c...

The Car Doctor - 9/30/23 - Cooling System Flushed - Now, No Heat from 2023-09-30T20:44:23

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 ...

The Car Doctor - 9/30/23 - 98 Ranger with High Idle from 2023-09-30T20:29:19

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 ...

The Car Doctor - 9/23/23 - Sometimes Ya Gotta Guess from 2023-09-23T20:48:04

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 – th...

The Car Doctor - 9/23/23 - A Normal Hesitation Problem? from 2023-09-23T20:19:34

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 q...

The Car Doctor - 9/16/23 - Decision to Keep an Older Car from 2023-09-16T20:51:38

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 n...

The Car Doctor - 9/16/23 - FMEM from 2023-09-16T20:15:19

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 h...

The Car Doctor - 9/9/23 - 03 Accord Transmission Problem from 2023-09-09T20:39:47

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...

The Car Doctor - 9/9/23 - Changing A Starter On A Camaro from 2023-09-09T20:17:48

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...

The Car Doctor - 9/2/23 - Black Coolant from 2023-09-02T20:44:41

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 M...

The Car Doctor - 9/2/23 - Storing A Vehicle For Winter from 2023-09-02T20:23:35

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 cylinde...

The Car Doctor - 8/26/23 - Bad PCM? from 2023-08-27T03:52:03

Ron starts this episode talking about the car that came in this week that needed brakes : takes a call on an 03 Escape with a leak near the pump on the transmission : takes a call on an 06 E-150...

The Car Doctor - 8/26/23 - Diagnosing Air Conditioning from 2023-08-26T21:00

Ron starts this episode talking about how to diagnose air conditioning problems : answers an email on an 18 Corolla that is having Bluetooth problems after a battery replacement : talks about ba...

The Car Doctor - 8/19/23 - Social Media and Car Repair from 2023-08-19T21:01:05

Ron starts this episode talking about a cutback in production of automotive air conditioning refrigerant and that there has not been a replacement announced yet : talks about tires and the probl...

The Car Doctor - 8/19/23 - The Mechanic/Customer Relationship from 2023-08-19T20:40

Ron starts this episode talking to Harlan Siegel of Launch Technologies regarding scan tools, and talks with a listener, Michah from Maine, regarding the mechanic/customer relationship.

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The Car Doctor - 8/12/23 - Prius With Misfire Codes from 2023-08-12T20:54:41

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 07 Prius with misfire codes : takes a call on a 94 F150 where the odometer and speedometer aren’t working : talks with Drew Conkling, Sr. Director, Glob...

The Car Doctor - 8/12/23 - Dart With Multiple Error Codes from 2023-08-12T20:19:03

Ron starts this episode talking about how you click with some people when it comes to car repair with the story of a 12 Grand Cherokee : takes a call on a 14 Dodge Dart with multiple error codes...

The Car Doctor - 8/5/23 - 21 F550 Fan Clutch Problem from 2023-08-05T20:40:18

Ron starts this episode talking about the US Aim act : takes a call on a 99 Suburban where the transmission was rebuilt at 360,000 miles and is acting up again at 400,000 miles : takes a call on...

The Car Doctor - 8/5/23 - 15 Silverado with Back End Noise from 2023-08-05T20:36:02

Ron starts this episode talking about a 16 Grand Cherokee with an aftermarket radio where the USB ports stopped working : takes a call on an 09 Rav 4 with a non working blower and no power to th...

The Car Doctor - 7/29/23 - F350 Intermittent No Crank When Warm from 2023-07-29T20:36:22

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 09 Accord with questions after replacing the AC compressor : takes a call on a 15 Silverado Diesel where the infotainment touch screen went out and GM i...

The Car Doctor - 7/29/23 - RAV 4 Phantom Fault from 2023-07-29T20:20:09

Ron starts this episode talking about a 2010 Lincoln MKZ that he worked on this week with an intermittent AC problem : takes a call on a Tacoma pickup that is surging : takes a call on a 21 RAV ...

The Car Doctor - 7/22/23 - Patriot With High Idle Then Dies from 2023-07-22T20:37:31

Ron stats this episode with a call on a 12 F250 and an intermittent no crank : takes a call on a 2000 Suburban and a problem getting a windshield : takes a call on a 90 Cavalier and questions on...

The Car Doctor - 7/22/23 - Taurus With A Bounce from 2023-07-22T20:21:58

Ron starts this episode talking about an Infinity that came into his shop this week with a VVT code : takes a call on a 96 F-250 that just clicks when attempting to start : takes a call on a 97 ...

The Car Doctor - 7/15/23 - The Importance of Cabin Air Filters from 2023-07-15T21:00

Ron starts this episode talking about filters about cabin air filters and oil changes : takes a call with comments on electric vehicles and the recent ship fire in Newark NJ : and chats with Mar...

The Car Doctor - 7/15/23 - A Chat With Mark Mills of the Manhattan Institute from 2023-07-15T20:46

Ron spends this episode chatting with Mark Mills of The Manhattan Institute regarding electric cars and our electric infrastructure.

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The Car Doctor - 7/8/23 - 93 Bonneville with No AC from 2023-07-08T20:51:29

Ron starts this episode chatting about priming an oil pump on a vehicle from 68 that has been sitting : takes a call on a 12 F350 with intermittent no crank : takes a call on a 93 Bonneville wit...

The Car Doctor - 7/8/23 - Rough Shifting Tahoe from 2023-07-08T20:37:36

Ron starts this episode answering an email on oil change intervals and how often to run a car that spends most of its time sitting : takes a call on an 05 Tahoe with rough shifting : takes a cal...

The Car Doctor - 7/1/23 - 2000 Dakota Intermittent Misfire from 2023-07-01T21:02:30

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 97 Suburan and questions on replacing the fuel pump : takes a call on a 10 CRV that burns oil : takes a call on a 94 Mazda B4000 with a low idle issue : ...

The Car Doctor - 7/1/23 - Plymouth GTX Running Hot from 2023-07-01T21:00:36

Ron starts this episode answering an email about buying 2 new tires and why to put them on the rear of the car rather than the front : takes a call on a 69 Plymouth GTX with a 440 engine and it ...

The Car Doctor - 6/24/23 - 95 Caprice Intermittent Check Engine Light from 2023-06-24T20:40:11

Ron starts this hour talking about how cars have changed over the years with a story about Ford recalling certain Lincoln SUV’s over possible vehicle fires : takes call about the Pocono raceway ...

The Car Doctor - 6/24/23 - Turning Down Work from 2023-06-24T20:22

Ron starts this episode talking about the Poconos race , and has a follow up on the clutch for an 07 Landrover Defender in Africa : talks about a call he received this week with a vague problem ...

The Car Doctor - 6/17/23 - Tucker Automobiles from 2023-06-17T21:55

Ron starts this episode talking with Jim Donnelley of Hemming Motor News and Crankshaft Magazine about Tucker Automobiles : talks about a 2020 Grand Cherokee that sat for awhile and ended up wit...

The Car Doctor - 6/17/23 - Antifreeze Coming From Explorer Tailpipe from 2023-06-17T20:45

Ron starts this episode talking about a 2011 Chevy 2500 which was a salt truck and rusted out : answers an email on Ford backtracking on removing AM radios from cars : ansers an email on an 08 F...

The Car Doctor - 6/10/23 - Maintenance from 2023-06-10T20:38:12

Ron starts this episode with an email about a damaged engine oil cooler and whether there could have been some engine damage on its failure : takes a call on a 13 Accord and wants to talk about ...

The Car Doctor - 6/10/23 - Automatic Manual Transmissions from 2023-06-10T20:22:07

Ron starts this episode talking about therapy and working on old cars this week and how technology marches on : takes a call wanting to talk about the automatic manual transmissions used on trac...

The Car Doctor - 6/3/23 - 05 Sentra Leaking Clutch from 2023-06-03T20:38:34

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 04 Pacifica and electrical problems : takes a call on an 05 Sentra losing clutch fluid and looking to diagnose it, and also asks about an oil leak on an...

The Car Doctor - 6/3/23 - 67 Valiant Distributor System from 2023-06-03T20:36:10

Ron starts this episode asking if you’re paying enough for auto repair with the story of a $42 oil change : takes a call on a 67 Valiant asking about using a ballast resistor on a pointless dist...

The Car Doctor - 5/27/23 - Brake Fluid Change from 2023-05-27T20:43:08

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 13 Tacoma with brake fluid that has never been changed and the caller wants to know a procedure to do it correctly : takes a call on an 06 PT Cruiser wit...

The Car Doctor - 5/27/23 - 95 F250 Power Steering Problems from 2023-05-27T20:20:34

Ron starts this episode talking about Memorial Day and his week in the shop: takes a follow up call on a 19 Challenger that had power steering problems : takes a call on a 95 F250 with steering ...

The Car Doctor - 5/20/2023 - 9000Mile Overdue Oil Change from 2023-05-20T20:53:02

Ron starts this episode talking about a Kia that came in 9000 miles overdue for its oil change : takes a call on a 14 Frontier pickup with brake issues after brake work was done : takes a call o...

The Car Doctor - 5/20/2023 - 11 Fusion Steering Racks from 2023-05-20T20:35:05

Ron starts this episode with a story about an Escape with a noise on one side that sounded like a problem with the shocks, and they were tightened down lopsided and asking if it’s Artificial Int...

The Car Doctor - 5/13/23 - Car Needs ADAS Calibration from 2023-05-13T20:43:40

Ron starts this episode talking about batteries : takes a call on a 2000 Accord where the idle was surging, the system was cleaned, and now it wants to idle at 1200 rpm : takes a call on a 17 Ac...

The Car Doctor - 5/13/23 - Tundra Stuck In 4 Wheel Low from 2023-05-13T20:42:21

Ron starts this episode talking about the vehicle he had this week that **seemed** like it had a bad motor mount but was reporting a bad flex fuel mixture : takes a call on a 12 Tundra that won’...

The Car Doctor - 5/6/23 - A Chat With Mitchell 1 from 2023-05-07T00:22:56

Ron talks with Ben Johnson, Director, Product Management of Mitchell 1 and chats with Mike Schlup – Managing Director (CEO) of Kseal.

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The Car Doctor - 5/6/23 - Auto Air Conditioning from 2023-05-07T00:20:29

Ron talks with Issac Nielsen with Mahle Aftermarket, takes a call on an 03 Yukon with no dash lights, talks about lithium ion batteries, and sums up today's show.

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The Car Doctor - 4/29/23 - When To Change Fluids from 2023-04-29T20:44:25

Ron starts this episode talking about Colorado passing ‘Right to Repair’ for farmers : takes a call on a 13 Chrysler 200 that needs an ABS unit, and the caller is asking if he could put a used o...

The Car Doctor - 4/29/23 - Corolla Needs A Clutch from 2023-04-29T20:43:09

Ron starts this episode talking about putting spark plugs into a 10 Honda Accord and needing a high ignitability spark plug : takes a call on an 08 CRV where half the AC vents are warmer than th...

The Car Doctor - 4/22/23 - A Chat With Mitchell One from 2023-04-22T21:00

Ron chats with Tim McDonnell of Mitchell One.

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The Car Doctor - 4/22/23 - A Chat With Opus IVS from 2023-04-22T20:45

Ron chats with Henry Reno and Teddy Jernigan of Opus IVS

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The Car Doctor - 4/15/23 - Mustang Rear Differential Problem from 2023-04-15T20:55:31

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 14 Forrester that consumes oil to the point where it needs oil every 500 miles : takes a call on a 95 Caprice Classic with a check engine light and the c...

The Car Doctor - 4/15/23 - To Repair or Not To Repair from 2023-04-15T20:34:10

Ron starts this episode asking if auto repair is like Shakespeare – “to repair, or not to repair” with stories of two vehicles : takes a call talking about the computers in use in his shop : tak...

The Car Doctor - 4/8/23 - Using Natural Gas to Power Cars from 2023-04-08T20:34:18

Ron starts this episode talking about what he can tell about many of his customers and changing oil filters : takes a call on the possibility of using natural gas to power cars : takes a call di...

The Car Doctor - 4/8/23 - 13 Camry Needs Tires from 2023-04-08T20:18:31

Ron starts this episode talking about getting in trouble with an out of town, unfamiliar repair shop, and impatient people wanting immediate service, and the relationship you have with your repa...

The Car Doctor - 4/1/23 - Chevy C10 Head Gasket from 2023-04-01T20:47:09

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 96 New Yorker and a question on the electronic AC control : takes a call on an 86 Chevy C10 pickup that has an 86 engine and has just blown it’s third he...

The Car Doctor - 4/1/23 - 09 Altima Won't Start from 2023-04-01T20:41:49

Ron starts this episode with the tale of two similar Highlanders : takes a comment on a call on a 2000 Honda that was shutting off, and on a 23  4 Runner and servicing the transmission : takes a...

The Car Doctor - 3/25/23 - Changing A Master Cylinder from 2023-03-25T20:59

Ron starts this episode talking about the dot on a tire and where to put it : takes a call on an 03 Town Car where the caller is asking if he can change the master cylinder on his own : takes a ...

The Car Doctor - 3/25/23 - Air Suspension Repairs from 2023-03-25T20:17:20

Ron starts this episode talking about his week and how crazy it was and how the common theme is people wanting to keep their cars running rather than buying new with the story of a 10 Lexus that...

The Car Doctor - 3/18/23 - Proximity of Repair from 2023-03-18T20:49:22

Ron starts this episode talking about proximity of repair : takes a call a listener asking for a comparison on the quality of an 09 Flex as opposed to a newer Flex : takes a call on an 03 Ultima...

The Car Doctor - 3/18/23 - Dynamic Fuel Management from 2023-03-18T20:23:26

Ron starts this episode talking about “cherry picking”, with the story of a new customer this week with car problems : takes a follow up call on a 99 Tacoma with a manual transmission problem : ...

The Car Doctor - 3/11/23 - A Tale Of Two Alternators from 2023-03-11T22:08:22

Ron starts this episode by telling the tale of two alternators : takes a call on an 11 Rav 4 that may have a bad starter solenoid : takes a call on purchasing a used Chrysler mini van : talks to...

The Car Doctor - 3/11/23 - Cars With No Fuel Caps from 2023-03-11T21:19:51

Ron starts this episode with an email regarding a listener writing in thanking in Ron for the show : and talks about the salesman from Matco that dropped by the shop this week and a discussion o...

The Car Doctor - 3/4/23 - The Challenge of Changing Technology from 2023-03-04T21:59

Ron talks with Satwinder Mangat, President of ALLDATA about the challenges of keeping up with rapidly changing technology in vehicles.

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The Car Doctor - 3/4/23 - Chuck Kinkade on Diagnostic Tools from 2023-03-04T21:45

Ron talks with Chuck Kinkade, Global Business Development of Redline Detection about numerous diagnostic tools used in both "regular" vehicles and electric vehicles.

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The Car Doctor - 2/25/23 - 19 Compass Battery Dying from 2023-02-25T22:03:53

Ron starts this episode talking about cooking by comparing cooks and chefs : takes a call on a 19 Compass with a battery that keeps going dead : takes a call on Hyundai’s using oil : talks about...

The Car Doctor - 2/25/23 - Throwing Away Technology from 2023-02-25T21:55:24

Ron starts this episode asking if we are throwing away technology with a story about cleaning up the shop : takes a return call on an 06 Chrysler 300 that last week was in limp mode, had some wo...

The Car Doctor - 2/18/23 - Battery Programming from 2023-02-18T21:50:31

Ron starts this episode talking about his listeners and, in particular, one from the UK : talks about the construction of certain cars and building custom cars : tells the story of the RAM diese...

The Car Doctor - 2/18/23 - 99 VW Bug Carb Problems from 2023-02-18T21:44:16

Ron starts this episode talking about the 03 Ranger he repaired this week that was somewhat of a mess and didn’t match what the VIN said it should be : takes a call on a 99 VW Bug with carbureto...

The Car Doctor - 2/11/23 - Frontier Won't Pass Emissions from 2023-02-11T21:40:21

Ron starts this episode reading an email from Saudi Arabia with brakes having an unusual sound – like a cat meowing : takes a call on an 08 Dakota with an intermittent no crank : takes a call on...

The Car Doctor - 2/11/23 - The Key Drop Test from 2023-02-11T21:35:36

Ron starts this episode talking about the “key drop” test : takes a call on an 05 Chrysler 300C that seems to be going into limp mode and has an ABS code : takes a call on an 05 Audi and questio...

The Car Doctor - 2/4/23 - Strange Shifting Chrysler Transmission from 2023-02-05T01:39:11

Ron starts this episode talking about how frustrating it can be to be changing a tire and have your lug wrench not fit : takes a call on a 22 Edge where the caller wants to talk about the Cataly...

The Car Doctor - 2/4/23 - Tundra Intermittent Power Steering from 2023-02-05T01:01:58

Ron starts this episode talking about extreme cold weather and how to prepare your car : takes a call on an 18 Accord Sport that is in limp mode and the dealer can’t figure it out : takes a call...

The Car Doctor - 1/28/23 - Can't Remove Lug Nuts from 2023-01-28T21:50:16

Ron starts this episode with the story of an 08 Grand Cherokee with power door locks that will unlock but not lock : takes a call on a 17 Fusion where the tire place the caller took it to says t...

The Car Doctor - 1/28/23 - Insurance Companies Not Insuring Certain Cars from 2023-01-28T21:45:30

Ron starts this episode asking if technology has taken us to the point where certain cars just can’t be fixed with the story of a 19 Rogue that goes into limp mode just because it wants to : tak...

The Car Doctor - 1/21/23 - Oil Change Intervals from 2023-01-21T21:41:10

Ron starts this episode talking about visiting the Sheetz in Altoona, PA last week : talks about a 16 Jeep Patriot with bad brakes : takes a call on oil change intervals on a car that only has 6...

The Car Doctor - 1/21/23 - Can't Gas Up A Flex from 2023-01-21T21:17:07

Ron starts this episode starting talking about an 11 Flex no codes and you couldn’t put gas in it : takes a call on an 09 Flex that is missing going up hill : answers an email on a van with a re...

The Car Doctor - 1/14/23 - Repairing Tires from 2023-01-14T22:01:43

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 04 Ranger where the radio stopped working – but sometimes works when the clutch is pressed in : answers an email on a Colorado looking for better parts ...

The Car Doctor - 1/14/23 - Buick Roadmaster Blowing Lukewarm Air from 2023-01-14T21:56:42

Ron starts this episode talking about being cranky and things that got under his skin this past week and his week in the shop : talks about the 14 CRV that didn’t start and things were intermitt...

The Car Doctor - 1/7/23 - The Electric Future - Hour 2 from 2023-01-09T02:24

Talking EV’s from Training to Repairing Them. Ron is joined by multiple experts in the field. Chuck KinKade, Redline Detection Inc. Dr Mark Quarto , Founder, Quarto Technical Service Dirk Fuchs,...

The Car Doctor - 1/7/23 - The Electric Future - Hour 1 from 2023-01-07T21:32

Talking EV’s from Training to Repairing Them. Ron is joined by multiple experts in the field.

Chuck KinKade, Redline Detection Inc.

Dr Mark Quarto , Founder, Quarto Techni...

The Car Doctor - 12/31/2022 - A Christmas Story from 2022-12-31T21:50:31

Ron starts this episode asking the question whether it is the option of a repair shop to work on any car : talks about his true Christmas story about a Grand Cherokee that had multiple problems ...

The Car Doctor - 12/31/22 - Getting Ready For The New Year from 2022-12-31T21:20

Ron starts this episode talking about getting the shop ready for the new year : answers a few emails, such as replacing the headlights on a 93 Camry : takes a call on electric cars and battery d...

The Car Doctor - 12/24/22 - Lug Nuts from 2022-12-25T03:06:45

Ron starts this episode talking about a 13 Hyundai with an oil leak : talks about a Trailblazer with stripped out lug nuts : talks with Drew Hardin about hot rods and his book about Hot Rod Maga...

The Car Doctor - 12/24/22 - Talking About Transmission Maintenance from 2022-12-25T03:01:45

Ron starts this episode talking about a Hyundai he recently worked on with a check engine light : answers an email on a 10 Mercedes B180 asking about CVT Transmission maintenance : talks with Ch...

The Car Doctor - 12/17/22 - F350 Dual Battery Problems from 2022-12-17T21:50:07

Ron starts this episode talking about Danny’s 78 Camaro being reborn with a new engine : takes a call on an 86 Bronco with a no start condition : takes a call on an 05 F350 with dual batteries w...

The Car Doctor - 12/17/22 - Coolant and Oil Questions from 2022-12-17T21:44:43

Ron starts this episode talking about the difficulty getting repair appointments these days : answers an email on torque required on a particular torque to yield bolt : takes a call about coolan...

The Car Doctor - 12/10/22 - 14 Sierra 4 Wheel Drive Error from 2022-12-10T21:42:46

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 03 LeSabre with a high idle – a return call that he asked for a follow up : takes a call on an 07 F-150 that, when running in high gear, will stumble wh...

The Car Doctor - 12/10/22 - 86 Bronco No Start from 2022-12-10T21:36:09

Ron starts this episode talking about making sure you’re right when repairing mechanical devices and the story of an 05 RAV 4 that was in a body shop and wasn’t put together quite right : takes ...

The Car Doctor - 12/3/22 - Not Enough of the Correct Coolant from 2022-12-03T22:10:11

Ron starts this episode talking about a 16 Cruze with a strange problem : takes a call on an 09 Silverado with a ticking sound from the right side of the engine : takes a call on a 16 Grand Cara...

The Car Doctor - 12/3/22 - Reducing Oil Consumption on a Car That Ran Low On Oil from 2022-12-03T22:03:22

Ron starts this episode talking about car repair as a consumer, and talking about either replacing a car or having major work done  : takes a call about maintenance tips for a 22 Silverado with ...

The Car Doctor - 11/26/22 - The Electric Future from 2022-11-26T21:55

Ron talks with Mark Mills of The Manhattan Institute and an update on the electric future.

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The Car Doctor - 11/26/22 - Scan Tools and ADAS from 2022-11-26T21:35

Ron talks with Harlan Siegel, VP or Product Development at Opus/IVS, and a discussion on scan tools : and, Ron also talks with Frank Terlep, VP of ADAS Solutions at Opus/IVS and ADAS systems. Listen

The Car Doctor - 11/19/22 - How To Determine if a Car Is Worth Fixing from 2022-11-19T21:49:21

Ron starts this episode asking how you determine that it’s not worth fixing any more : takes a call on an 18 Sparc that has developed a tapping after getting gas recently : takes a call on an 03...

The Car Doctor - 11/19/22 - 16 Odyssey With A Stutter from 2022-11-19T21:20:25

Ron starts this episode with the thought that a lot of repair shops have lost sight of what it takes to fix a car, with a story of a 16 Odyssey with hesitation and stutter : takes a call on an 0...

The Car Doctor - 11/12/22 - Does Google Fix Cars? from 2022-11-12T21:36:45

Ron starts this episode with a call about older cars and parts : takes a call on a 2000 Camaro with a security system passkey issue : asks if Google fixes cars, because of people trying to diagn...

The Car Doctor - 11/12/22 - 99 Sentra Distributor Bolt from 2022-11-12T21:18:15

Ron starts this episode asking if you have a new car in the driveway that means everything to you and you want to keep it forever – well, guess what? – with the story of a 78 Eldorado he worked ...

The Car Doctor - 11/5/22 - 17 Sierra Lifter Noise from 2022-11-05T20:35:50

Ron starts this episode asking how much money is too much to spend on an old truck with a story of a 97 F250 plow truck : takes a call on a 17 GMC Sierra with lifter noise on startup : talks abo...

The Car Doctor - 11/5/22 - Lincoln Rumble Sound from 2022-11-05T20:18:35

Ron starts this episode talking about the D4300 International he worked on this week : talks about the Minnesota electric vehicle tax : takes a call on an 03 Lincoln Town Car making a rumbling s...

The Car Doctor - 10/29/22 - Transmission Maintenance Questions from 2022-10-29T20:48:59

Ron starts this episode talking about a car that came into his shop that was 6 months overdue for an oil change : takes a call on an 09 Escape and questions on transmission maintenance : takes a...

The Car Doctor - 10/29/22 - Downshifting a Transmission from 2022-10-29T20:21:08

Ron starts this episode talking about the chattering Honda : takes a call on a 14 Hyundai with an Evap code : takes a call on an 18 GMC Canyon with a transmission shudder that has been corrected...

The Car Doctor - 10/22/22 - 94 Chevy Brake Problems from 2022-10-22T20:46:15

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 94 Chevy pickup where the front brakes intermittently lock up : takes a call on an 05 Rondevous where the AWD and ABS lights are on : talks about an arti...

The Car Doctor - 10/22/22 - Should I Sell or Should It Go from 2022-10-22T20:18:14

Ron starts this episode talking about the parts shortage : talks about a wiring harness connector that corroded to the transmission it was connected to : takes a call on an 09 F-150 with a vibra...

The Car Doctor - 10/15/22 - Rough Running Camry from 2022-10-15T20:45:42

Ron starts this episode asking how much should you spend on repairing a car : takes a call on a 97 Mercury Tracer where the instrument cluster suddenly went dark, in addition to just about every...

The Car Doctor - 10/15/22 - Fighting Car Fires After Hurricane Ian from 2022-10-15T20:14

Ron starts this episode with a question from a customer this week, “is the rest of the car OK?” and feeling the pain of car ownership talking about his 14 Escape with a possible bad transmission...

The Car Doctor - 10/8/22 - Thermostats on Jeeps from 2022-10-08T20:45:24

Ron starts this episode talking about what you can tell from auto repair : answers an email about Danny’s cam getting wiped out in his Z28 Camaro and companies that build custom cams : talks abo...

The Car Doctor - 10/8/22 - Grand Cherokee Oil Change Problem from 2022-10-08T20:28:05

Ron starts this episode talking about repairing the car or saving money : talks about a 15 Subaru that came in with a shimmy and shake : asks listeners to ask their server at a restaurant what v...

The Car Doctor - 10/1/22 - What To Do When Your Lease Is Up from 2022-10-01T20:39:03

Ron starts this episode talking about Jeeps and several that were in his shop this week : talks about what to do when your lease comes due : talks to Tom about his recall adventure this past wee...

The Car Doctor - 10/1/22 - Taking Care Of Your Car from 2022-10-01T20:16:20

Ron starts this episode started asking if you are doing enough taking care of your car and talking about his week and replacing a crank sensor : takes a call on an 07 Pontiac Torrent where the c...

The Car Doctor - 9/24/22 - Focus Hatch Unlatch from 2022-09-24T21:08:46

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 14 Focus where the rear hatch unlatches at inappropriate times : talks with Franklin Gage, president of the Vintage Chevrolet Collectors Association : ta...

The Car Doctor - 9/24/22 - 91 Acclaim Battery Drain from 2022-09-24T20:50:32

Ron starts this episode talking about the amount of cars he’s fixing lately at the shop, thinking it may be the price of new cars and the cost of loans : talks about an 07 Town Car that came in ...

The Car Doctor - 9/17/22 - Removing 20 Year Old Spark Plugs from 2022-09-17T20:37:07

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 91 Bronco that, when hot, will give a clunk and a whirr when starting : answers an email on removing spark plugs on an old vehicle where the plugs are ab...

The Car Doctor - 9/17/22 - Electric Cars Mechanic to Mechanic from 2022-09-17T20:18:11

Ron starts this episode talking about the value of diagnosis and what it really takes : takes a call about Flex Fuel : takes a call on a 16 Honda Pilot Elite that developed keyless entry issues ...

The Car Doctor - 9/10/22 - 16 Renegade Rattle from 2022-09-10T20:49:19

Ron starts this episode talking about having to condemn a vehicle : takes a call on a 16 Renegade that has started rattling in gear : talks about an article on Tesla customer service : talks abo...

The Car Doctor - 9/10/22 - Lincoln with a Cat Code from 2022-09-10T20:15:05

Ron starts this episode saying he has a problem thinking of what to start today’s show talking about : so he talks about his shop being under attack by a chipmonk : then talks about the lack of ...

The Car Doctor - 9/3/22 - Synthetic Oil Change on RAV4 from 2022-09-03T20:47

Ron starts this episode talking about a looming glass shortage : talks about a 19 RAM with a dead battery : takes a call on a 94 Chevy Pickup that the caller is rebuilding from a shell, and is a...

The Car Doctor - 9/3/22 - The Lexus Saga from 2022-09-03T20:26:41

Ron starts this episode talking about diagnosis and the importance of such : takes a call on a 12 Lexus with a check engine light – mechanic did a tune up – check engine light came back on – too...

The Car Doctor- 8/27/22 - Throwing Parts at an F-150 from 2022-08-27T20:42:44

Ron starts this episode with a call on an F-150 with a P0191 code and the mechanic is throwing parts at it : takes a call on a 12 Cruze that the caller called about previously with a transmissio...

The Car Doctor - 8/27/22 - Corvette Knock Sensors from 2022-08-27T20:20

Ron starts this episode talking about his vacation and what he learned about cars outside of NJ : takes a call on a 16 Accord with an AC clutch engaging and disengaging too quickly : takes a cal...

The Car Doctor - 8/20/22 - Scan Tools and Servicing Electric Cars from 2022-08-20T21:15

Ron starts this episode talking with Brandon Mathews, OPUS IVS Lead for BMW and Porsche specialized service, and a discussion on high voltage electric systems and certifications in the US : then...

The Car Doctor - 8/20/2022 - Cadillac Blowing Hot Air from 2022-08-20T20:50

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 2000 CRV that almost stalls when the AC is turned on : takes a call on a 13 Cadillac ATS where the AC is blowing warm air : takes a call on an 08 Rogue w...

The Car Doctor - 8/13/22 - RAM Cylinder 2 Misfire from 2022-08-13T21:15

Ron starts this episode by saying he learned something this week when working on a Kia Rio S : takes a call on an 18 RAM Pro Master with a misfire on cylinder 2 : talks with Haresh Gobin, Produc...

The Car Doctor - 8/13/22 - Challenges of Fixing Older Cars from 2022-08-13T20:50

Ron starts this episode talking about the challenges of fixing older cars : takes a call with questions on differential fluid viscosity : takes a call on an 07 F-150 with questions regarding the...

The Car Doctor - 8/6/22 - 07 Lincoln Towncar Maintenance from 2022-08-06T20:48:03

Ron starts this episode talking about putting remote start on his plow truck this week : talks about Tesla Autopilot having problems in California : takes a call on an 07 Lincoln Towncar and que...

The Car Doctor - 8/6/22 - Looking for a Scan Tool from 2022-08-06T20:11:46

Ron starts this episode talking about how to tell if something is wrong because the car usually keeps running : and talks about looking for a new car for his wife : takes a call on a 21 Camry th...

The Car Doctor - 7/30/22 - How To Properly Diagnose A Vehicle from 2022-07-30T20:59:41

Ron starts this episode by taking a call on an 18 Sparc asking questions on necessary maintenance : answers an email on rev hang with Hondas : talks about the CT bus fire and the potential to ta...

The Car Doctor - 7/30/22 - Monte Carlo Won't Stay Running from 2022-07-30T20:53:54

Ron starts this episode talking about how sometimes customers don’t give you the proper information : talks about the Connecticut electric bus fire and how they have pulled all the buses from th...

The Car Doctor - 7/23/22 - CRV Stalls With AC On from 2022-07-23T21:07:58

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 2000 CRV that almost stalls when the AC is turned on : takes a call on a 13 Cadillac ATS where the AC is blowing warm air : takes a call on an 08 Rogue w...

The Car Doctor - 7/23/22 - Challenges Fixing Older Cars from 2022-07-23T21:01:08

Ron starts this episode talking about the challenges of fixing older cars : takes a call with questions on differential fluid viscosity : takes a call on an 07 F-150 with questions regarding the...

The Car Doctor - 7/16/22 - Rebuilding An Older Vehicle from 2022-07-16T20:39:37

Ron starts this episode with a caller who wants to rebuild an older vehicle : takes a call on an 03 Taurus that loses power and is throwing a high fuel rail pressure code : takes a call on an 04...

The Car Doctor - 7/16/22 - Denali with an OnStar Alarm from 2022-07-16T20:17:17

Ron starts this episode talking about learning new things : then talks about the Toyota Sequoia he worked on this week with AC problems : takes a call on a 98 Ranger with a stiff shifter lever :...

The Car Doctor - 7/9/22 - 13 Cruze Transmission Dilemma from 2022-07-09T20:34:54

Ron starts this episode talking about charging electric vehicles at family gatherings : takes a call on a 20 Edge regarding using E15 :  takes a call on a 13 Cruze that possibly needs a transmis...

The Car Doctor - 7/9/22 - Trans Shifting Hard After Fluid Flush from 2022-07-09T20:29:07

Ron starts this episode talking about his acupuncture treatments lately and what he’s learning about life and how it relates to finding a mechanic : takes a call on a 22 Subaru that had a wiring...

The Car Doctor - 7/2/22 - 14 Equinox In Limp Mode from 2022-07-02T20:35:17

Ron starts this episode with a story about a friend of his tech’s Danny who is starting a repair shop and wanted to know if the elderly customer wanted to date him : talks about Exxon’s record p...

The Car Doctor - 7/2/22 - 18 Equinox Getting Hot from 2022-07-02T20:29:06

Ron starts this episode talking about his busy week at the shop and an 09 CRV that would buzz like a giant bee : takes a call on an 18 Equinox where the engine compartment gets very hot about 5 ...

The Car Doctor - 6/25/22 - Bleeding Brakes on a 95 Blazer from 2022-06-25T20:44:17

Ron starts this episode talking about electric vehicle charging in Austrailia and electric use schedules in Southern California : and talks about GM 3D printing parts : answers an email on drivi...

The Car Doctor - 6/25/22 - The Repair Shop General Store from 2022-06-25T20:26:56

Ron starts this episode talking about the auto repair shop being like the general store of days gone by : talks about TPMS, talking about a 17 Nissan Altima which can tell you what tire is on wh...

The Car Doctor - 6/18/22 - Accura Trans Fluid Questions from 2022-06-18T21:03:02

Ron starts this hour talking about an email form someone looking to purchase an automatic transmission warranty : takes a call about electrics looking to compare cost per mile with gas vehicles ...

The Car Doctor - 6/18/22 - Fuel System Maintenance from 2022-06-18T20:32:58

Ron starts this episode talking about his dinner with his friend Tony, talking about the industry and what to talk about on this week’s show : talks about a car that came in with a cracked...

The Car Doctor - 6/11/22 - Buying A Standard Transmission Car from 2022-06-11T21:06:34

Ron starts this episode taking a call on a 91 Bronco with a cracked EGR crossover pipe : takes a call on a 96 Chevy Lumina with water in the combustion chamber : takes a call wondering what happ...

The Car Doctor - 6/11/22 - 15 Sorrento Purge Valve from 2022-06-11T20:25:49

Ron starts this episode talking about the amount of cars he has to repair at the shop right now : takes a call from a person who is trying to get the proper electric service installed at his hou...

The Car Doctor - 6/4/22 - Mercedes Sprinter in Limp Mode from 2022-06-04T21:00:44

Ron starts this episode with a return call on a 96 Grand Prix that had the water pump changed, and now there is coolant in the oil : takes a call on a 21 Hyundai Kona electric that the caller wi...

The Car Doctor - 6/4/22 - F150 Shuddering and Stalling from 2022-06-04T20:23:28

Ron starts this episode talking about electric car proponents and electric vehicles : takes a call about carbon deposits in engines : talks about the Blaster NASCAR vehicle, a Ford Mustang : tal...

The Car Doctor - 5/28/22 - Uncle Steve from 2022-05-28T21:04:35

Ron starts this episode talking about his crazy week in the shop : takes a call on a 94 Econoline that is banging from 1st to 2nd gear : takes a call on a 90 Toyota Pickup with electrical proble...

The Car Doctor - 5/28/22 - Grand Cherokee AC Puzzle from 2022-05-28T20:13:12

Ron starts this episode talking about Memorial Day and his Uncle Steve : talks about a Wall Street Journal article about electric vehicles : takes a call on a 14 Grand Cherokee where the AC work...

The Car Doctor - 5/21/22 - Electric Car Stories from 2022-05-21T20:55:40

Ron starts this episode talking about electrical vehicle chargers that don’t appear to work : takes a call from a developer that is having to put a large amount of money’s worth of e...

The Car Doctor - 5/21/22 - Suburban Vanishing Transmission Fluid from 2022-05-21T20:38:23

Ron starts this episode talking about repair shop etiquette : takes a call on an 05 Suburban where the transmission fluid is disappearing : answers an email regarding Flex Fuel (E85 and E15) veh...

The Car Doctor - 5/14/22 - 18 Traverse Not In Park from 2022-05-15T00:25:54

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 98 Jeep Wrangler and clutch problems : takes a call on switching between conventional and synthetic oils in a tractor : takes a call on a 99 Chrysler New...

The Car Doctor - 5/14/22 - 05 Equinox Starter Problem from 2022-05-14T20:19:20

Ron starts this episode talking about how you never know what’s going to come into the shop, and the bunch of Subaru’s that came in this week : takes a call on an 05 Equinox that sou...

The Car Doctor - 5/7/22 - 75 Olds Crank No Start from 2022-05-07T20:57:11

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 07 Jeep Commander with a crank, no start condition : takes a call on an 08 Corvette that kills the battery on a regular basis : takes a call on a 75 Old...

The Car Doctor - 5/7/22 - Impala Front Main Seal from 2022-05-07T20:15:10

Ron starts this episode talking about a Camry he worked on this week that needed tire pressure sensors : takes a call on a 12 Impala with a leaking front main seal : takes a call on a 2000 Buick...

The Car Doctor - 4/30/22 - Auto Tech College from 2022-04-30T21:07:39

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 86 Silverado with a 73 Nova engine and questions on the engine replacement : takes a call on an 03 Silverado that seems to run too hot all the time : tak...

The Car Doctor - 4/30/22 - Grand Marquis ABS Problem from 2022-04-30T20:24:34

Ron starts this episode talking about an 18 F-150 with an EGR problem : takes a call asking for Ron’s opinion on a 17 Ford Escape she is looking to buy : takes a call on an 02 Grand Marqui...

The Car Doctor - 4/23/22 - Outback Transmission Leak from 2022-04-23T20:59:40

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 19 Silverado where the dashboard screen goes black : takes a call on a 15 Outback with a possible transmission seal leak : takes a call on an 01 Silverad...

The Car Doctor - 4/23/22 - Death By Auto Repair from 2022-04-23T20:22:22

Ron starts this episode talking about death by auto repair, how to know when your mechanic is cheating : gets an answer to his question on what a dual quad is : takes a follow up call on an 11 E...

The Car Doctor - 4/16/22 - Using E-85 Gasoline from 2022-04-16T21:00:52

Ron starts this episode talking about assumption and getting in trouble repairing your car : takes a call about Berryman products and using it in a vehicle with excessive blow by in a vehicle th...

The Car Doctor - 4/16/22 - Ignition Circuit Complexity from 2022-04-16T20:27:19

Ron starts this episode by talking about ignition circuits in cars starting with the 1960’s, then talking about ignition circuits today and the difficulty in troubleshooting them : takes a...

The Car Doctor - 2/19/22 - 86 Camry With A Knock from 2022-02-19T22:00:07

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 conditio...

The Car Doctor - 2/19/22 - The Stuck Spark Plug from 2022-02-19T21:34:33

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 3...

The Car Doctor - 2/12/22 - F150 Intermittently Skipping Gears from 2022-02-12T22:05

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 : talk...

The Car Doctor - 2/12/22 - GMC Canyon Misses When Cold from 2022-02-12T21:54:21

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...

The Car Doctor - 2/5/22 - Subaru Disabling Telematics in MA from 2022-02-05T21:47:03

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 e...

The Car Doctor - 2/5/22 - The Value of Used Cars from 2022-02-05T21:42:07

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 blow...

The Car Doctor - 01/29/22 - 10 Pilot Front End Rattle from 2022-01-29T21:59:44

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...

The Car Doctor - 01/29/2022 - The Engine Doesn't Go Back Together Correctly from 2022-01-29T21:19:06

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 ques...

The Car Doctor - 1/22/22 - A "repair" Done By A Dealership from 2022-01-22T21:51:37

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 ...

The Car Doctor - 1/22/22 - CRV Oil Consumption from 2022-01-22T21:48:18

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 t...

The Car Doctor - 1/15/22 - F-150 Oil Pressure Drop from 2022-01-15T21:57:54

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...

The Car Doctor - 1/15/22 - Power Failure At The Shop from 2022-01-15T21:24:32

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 ...

The Car Doctor - 1/8/22 - The Freightliner with a Bad EGR Valve from 2022-01-08T21:38:29

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 s...

The Car Doctor - 1/8/22 - Why Gas Goes Bad Faster In Motorcycles from 2022-01-08T21:33:25

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...

The Car Doctor - 1/1/22 - Coolant Exchange On Your Own? from 2022-01-01T22:04

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 vehicle...

The Car Doctor - 12/25/21 - A Chat With Paul Eisenstein from 2021-12-25T22:15

Ron talks with Paul Eisenstein of TheDetroitBureau.com, taking a look back towards 2021 and a look ahead to 2022.
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The Car Doctor - 12/25/2021 - Proving An Overheat In December from 2021-12-25T22:00

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...

The Car Doctor - 12/18/21 - Our Electric Infrastructure from 2021-12-18T22:15

Ron discusses the electric infrastructure in the US and how that impacts the electric future with Manhattan Institute Fellow Mark Mills,
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The Car Doctor - 12/18/21 - Talking Air Conditioning. In the Winter?? from 2021-12-18T22:00

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 b...

The Car Doctor - 12/11/21 - The Hesitating Protege from 2021-12-11T21:44:53

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...

The Car Doctor - 12/11/21 - 65 Ford Pickup Ammeter from 2021-12-11T21:44:24

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 ...

The Car Doctor - 12/4/21 - Rogue Airliner Sounds from 2021-12-04T21:42:22

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 driv...

The Car Doctor - 12/4/21 - Common Sense Maintenance Tips from 2021-12-04T21:41:54

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 Yuko...

The Car Doctor - 11/27/21 - 08 Rabbit Transmission Solenoids from 2021-11-27T21:37:05

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 a...

The Car Doctor - 11/27/21 - A Conversation on Electrics from 2021-11-27T21:21:17

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 ...

The Car Doctor - 11/20/21 - Wrong Parts Installed? from 2021-11-20T21:50:56

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 h...

The Car Doctor - 11/20/21 - The F-150 That Can't Be Fixed from 2021-11-20T21:25:48

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...

The Car Doctor - 11/13/21 - A Chat with Paul Eisenstein from 2021-11-13T22:00

Ron spends this episode chatting with Paul Eisenstein of thedetroitbureau.com about various auto topics. Visit our website at https://www.cardoctorshow.com
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The Car Doctor - 11/13/21 - Information, Please from 2021-11-13T21:45

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...

The Car Doctor - 11/6/21 - Winter Maintenance and the Parts Shortage from 2021-11-06T20:46:16

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 unde...

The Car Doctor - 11/6/21 - What Makes A Car A Classic from 2021-11-06T20:45:27

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 l...

The Car Doctor - 10/30/21 - RAV 4 Hybrid Battery Charge from 2021-10-30T20:53:23

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 batt...

The Car Doctor - 10/30/21 - 07 Pilot Ticking Sound from 2021-10-30T20:27:35

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 ...

The Car Doctor - 10/23/21 - Converting To Natural Gas from 2021-10-23T21:07

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 wit...

The Car Doctor - 10/23/21 - Patience To Get Through The Day from 2021-10-23T21:00:16

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 ...

The Car Doctor - 10/16/21 - Caring For An Older RAV4 from 2021-10-16T21:07:50

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 L...

The Car Doctor - 10/16/21 - 15 Equinox Compass from 2021-10-16T20:56:44

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 ...

The Car Doctor - 10/9/21 - Chevy Turbo Replacement Problems from 2021-10-09T21:04:50

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...

The Car Doctor - 10/9/21 - A Tale of Two Taillights from 2021-10-09T20:56:45

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 filte...

The Car Doctor - 10/2/21 - 38 Chevy Master Deluxe from 2021-10-02T21:10:25

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 ba...

The Car Doctor - 10/2/21 - Cat Converter Heat Shield from 2021-10-02T21:09:57

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 Libert...

The Car Doctor 9/25/21 - Chevy 1500 Suspension Problem from 2021-09-25T20:48:47

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 ...

The Car Doctor - 9/25/21 - Corolla Burning Oil from 2021-09-25T20:39:15

Ron starts this episode stating that auto repair is somewhat like dating in how to deal with a repair shop : answers an email about degreasing an older engine : talks about wirelessly charging elec...

The Car Doctor - 9/18/21 - Chevy Bolt Parking Distance Recommendation from 2021-09-18T20:51:51

Ron starts this episode talking about Chevy Bolt owners being asked to part 50 feet from the nearest car : takes a repeat call on a 90 Firebird and the problem that was solved, but was repeatable :...

The Car Doctor - 9/18/21 - Car Warranties from 2021-09-18T20:46:16

Ron starts this episode talking about car warranties : takes a call on a 13 F-150 and problems with the blower and temperature controls : talks about the first electric school bus that has appeared...

The Car Doctor - 9/11/21 - Nissan Mechanical Vs. Electric Latch from 2021-09-11T21:11:22

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 07 Nissan Versa where the caller is looking for a mechanical latch rather than the electric latch, and a question on a Chevy block that the caller wants to...

The Car Doctor - 9/11/21 - 90 Firebird Bucking and Missing from 2021-09-11T21:10:53

Ron starts this episode rebutting a critic who went after him on a podcast review for his stance on electric cars : takes a call on a 90 Firebird Formula where the engine is bucking and missing bet...

The Car Doctor - 9/4/21 - Wanna Buy A Car? from 2021-09-04T20:42:51

Ron starts this episode talking about the Silverado he had with all kinds of weird things going on and how it was fixed : takes a call on finding old Chevys and in particular a 77 Impala : takes a ...

The Car Doctor - 9/4/21 - Community Service from 2021-09-04T20:31:17

Ron starts this episode talking about the week in the shop – and the service repair shops provide to the community : takes a return call on a Hummer H2 with a random misfire P0300 code and no other...

The Car Doctor - 8/28/21 - RAV4 Emissions Nightmare from 2021-08-28T22:09:37

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 01 RAV 4 with an emissions nightmare : takes a call on a Ford 500 with a cluster problem and now there are door light problems, air conditioning problems a...

The Car Doctor - 8/28/21 - Fuel Quality Fault from 2021-08-28T22:06:30

Ron starts this episode talking about people at the gym and their car questions and problems and talking about leasing or buying : takes a call on an 01 S10 with a fuel system fault code in regards...

The Car Doctor - 8/21/21 - No Crank, No Start, No Nuthin from 2021-08-21T22:50:53

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 2000 Grand Cherokee with a PCI bus failure and a question on a 77 Firebird on how to change the clutch : takes a call on an 04 Chevy pickup with transmissio...

The Car Doctor - 8/21/21 - Problems With Electric Cars from 2021-08-21T22:42:43

Ron starts this episode talking about electric cars and the coming problems : takes a call on a 10 Matrix and changing the transmission fluid : takes a call on a 13 Ridgeline where the caller found...

The Car Doctor - 8/14/21 - Diesel Grade Oil In A Corvette? from 2021-08-14T22:01

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 97 Camry and a P0401 code : takes a call on a 96 Tacoma that was parked for 10 years and the caller is looking to start it up : takes a call on a Corvette w...

The Car Doctor - 8/14/21 - Dealership Laundry Lists from 2021-08-14T22:00

Ron starts this episode talking about electric cars and Toyota stating that we are not ready : talks about the trend of dealerships giving a laundry list of items that “need” to be done : takes a c...

The Car Doctor - 8/7/21 - Honda Fit Radiator Fans Running from 2021-08-07T21:11:32

Ron starts this episode taking a call on an 05 Voyager where the trip LED goes from bright to dim and is possibly draining the battery : takes a call on an 11 Equinox with an intermittent check eng...

The Car Doctor - 8/7/21 - 92 Corolla Brake Issue from 2021-08-07T21:10:43

Ron starts this episode talking about his rental car experience this week : talks about electric cars in the middle of nowhere and in traffic jams – and tells his SeaDoo story while on vacation : t...

The Car Doctor - 7/31/21 - 08 Ram Trans Grinding from 2021-07-31T22:36:40

Ron starts this episode talking about a Berryman experiment he and Tom did : and talks about the town of Ann Arbor, MI annoying the Catholic Church by wanting to put in 95 electric charging station...

The Car Doctor - 7/31/21 - The Bucket List Purchase from 2021-07-31T22:36:14

Ron starts this episode talking about the bad fuse box he had last week : takes a call on a 22 Acura MDX with a safety issue with the navigation audio because the radio does not reduce volume : tak...

The Car Doctor - 7/24/21 - Should You Use Premium Gas? from 2021-07-25T13:06:51

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 09 Trailblazer where the temp gauge drops to 0 and the AC shuts off : takes a call on an 08 Silverado with a squeak in the steering column : takes a call o...

The Car Doctor - 7/24/21 - It's Hammer Time! from 2021-07-25T13:05:05

Ron starts this episode talking about an 07 GMC Envoy he worked on this week that would just shut off at random – and how he fixed a car with a ball peen hammer : takes a call on an 06 BMW X5 with ...

The Car Doctor - 7/17/21 - The Thing from 2021-07-17T22:37:29

Ron starts this episode talking about the 1973 pink VW Thing that came into his shop this week : takes a call on an 11 Impala Police with a non working AC blower : takes a call on a 10 Mercedes B20...

The Car Doctor - 7/17/21 - Ellison Fixes His 87 Truck from 2021-07-17T22:35:36

Ron starts this episode talking about Opus IVS scan tools and mechanics needing direction in problem solving : takes a call on a 21 BMW X1 where the fob will not start the car unless it is resting ...

The Car Doctor - 7/10/21 - Muscle Cars and Societal Changes from 2021-07-10T22:53:57

Ron starts this episode talking about muscle cars and societal changes involving cars : and talks about a Honda that came in this week with an air conditioning problem – and Ron learns about Apple ...

The Car Doctor - 7/10/21 - 68 Mustang Transmission Leak from 2021-07-10T22:53:17

Ron starts this episode talking about listening to younger people at the gym talking about their cars : chats about a vehicle that came into his shop this week with a battery light on – the driver ...

The Car Doctor - 7/3/21 - Why Electric Cars Won't Make It from 2021-07-03T22:11:18

Ron starts this episode talking about why electric vehicles won’t make it as a concept in this country : talks about the “thieves” at a local exhaust shop that put a $2000 catalytic converter on a ...

The Car Doctor - 7/3/21 - Why Electric Cars Won't Make It from 2021-07-03T22:11:18

Ron starts this episode talking about why electric vehicles won’t make it as a concept in this country : talks about the “thieves” at a local exhaust shop that put a $2000 catalytic converter on a ...

The Car Doctor - 7/3/21 - Why Electric Cars Won't Make It from 2021-07-03T22:11:18

Ron starts this episode talking about why electric vehicles won’t make it as a concept in this country : talks about the “thieves” at a local exhaust shop that put a $2000 catalytic converter on...

The Car Doctor - 6/26/21 - Demise Of The Stick Shift from 2021-06-26T22:38:18

Ron starts this episode talking about the demise of the stick shift car : takes a call on a 15 Legacy with a question on using fuel additives : takes a call on a 65 VW Beetle with fuel system leaks...

The Car Doctor - 6/26/21 - 64 Impala Wiper Motor from 2021-06-26T22:37:39

Ron starts this episode talking about a car he replaced an exhaust system on this week that threw a small evap code after, talks about an air conditioning repair and replacing a bad wheel bearing w...

The Car Doctor - 6/19/2021 - Detail In Older Cars from 2021-06-19T22:22:29

Ron starts this episode by taking a call on an 89 Mustang GT with a new battery that keeps going dead : talks about charging times of electric cars : talks about drum brakes on an electric vehicle ...

The Car Doctor - 6/19/2021 - No Oil In The Engine from 2021-06-19T22:22:02

Ron starts this episode talking about air conditioning and several other topics : takes a call on an 05 Ranger with a miss when the car is barely warm, then smooths out : takes a call on an 18 High...

The Car Doctor - 6/12/21 - BMW 325i Overheat from 2021-06-12T22:41:48

Ron starts this episode asking what does it take to get technicians into the auto repair field : takes a call on a BMW 325i that overheats when driven but not at idle : takes a call on an 07 Silver...

The Car Doctor - 6/12/21 - Is Pulling The Battery a Good Idea? from 2021-06-12T22:40:44

Ron starts this episode his experience with an ADAS service machine : takes a call from a listener that wanted the transmission fluid changed in his Toyota and they said no, it doesn’t need it – he...

The Car Doctor - 6/5/21 - Suburban Power Steering from 2021-06-05T22:17:29

Ron starts this episode talking about when he met Tim McGraw : takes a call on a 10 Prius that shows when he has 9 gallons in the tank, it reports that it is empty : takes a call on a 92 GMC Sierra...

The Car Doctor - 6/5/21 - 74 Buick Alternator Wiring from 2021-06-05T22:15:02

Ron starts this episode talking about doing a water pump in a Chevy Malibu and how the industry has changed and changes in car design : takes a call on an 06 Tundra that has issues after having the...

The Car Doctor - 5/29/21 - Trouble Getting Parts for an Older Car from 2021-05-29T22:08:52

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 17 Pacifica where the dealership refuses to change the transmission fluid : takes a call from a mechanic working at a dealership who is questioning whether ...

The Car Doctor - 5/29/21 - 62 Chevy Frozen Hub from 2021-05-29T22:08:13

Ron starts this episode talking about thinking differently about repairs going forward and how things are changing with the story about a car that was in an accident, had body work, and now the bac...

The Car Doctor - 5/22/21 - ADAS Systems from 2021-05-22T22:01

Ron starts this episode talking with Kris Lewis, Director of Training at the Automotive Training Group about ADAS systems : talks to his friend Chuck Wanamaker about the Waldwick, NJ car show : ans...

The Car Doctor - 5/22/21 - Oil Change Interval Questions from 2021-05-22T22:00

Ron starts this episode talking about why he fixes cars with a story on the 05 Mercury that did his hand in last week : takes a call on a 21 Toyota Tacoma pickup where the caller questions the 10,0...

The Car Doctor - 5/15/21 - Pacifica Transmission Fluid Change from 2021-05-15T21:58:42

Ron starts this episode taking a call on a 17 Chrysler Pacifica with questions on changing the transmission fluid : takes a call on a 21 Equinox and questions on start stop technology : takes a cal...

The Car Doctor - 5/15/21 - Lincoln Engine Failure from 2021-05-15T21:53:46

Ron starts this episode talking about his week and slicing his hand open working on a muffler : takes a call on a 94 Ranger that starts and runs great, but runs rough after restarting : takes a cal...

The Car Doctor - 5/8/21 - Gathering Good Data Before Diagnosing from 2021-05-08T22:19:15

Ron starts this episode with a call and a story about battery drain : takes a call on an 06 Pontiac Grand Prix that pulses when going up hills on the highway : takes a call with questions on scan t...

The Car Doctor - 5/8/21 - How To Wake Up A Stored Car from 2021-05-08T22:16:16

Ron starts this episode taking about a friend who is looking for a new Tahoe and he can’t find one because of the computer chip shortage, and the impact on new and used vehicles : takes a call on a...

The Car Doctor - 5/1/21 - Fires in Electric Cars from 2021-05-01T22:22:58

Ron starts this episode talking to Tim Richmond, a firefighter and first responder from Connecticut, about the difference in fighting a normal car fire and that of an electric car.
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The Car Doctor - 5/1/21 - Upside Down Backup Camera from 2021-05-01T22:20:18

Ron starts this episode talking about engines and a bad customer that came by this week : takes a call on an 04 Grand Cherokee with a bad blinker switch – maybe : takes a call on a 99 Nissan Sentra...

The Car Doctor - 4/24/21 - Can Stop Start Be Defeated? from 2021-04-24T22:09:41

Ron starts this episode talking about the 16 Chevy Traverse he has been working on : takes a call on a 99 F150 with a misfire and no codes : takes a call on an 18 LeCern asking if the start/stop ca...

The Car Doctor - 4/24/21 - Subarus and the Full Moon from 2021-04-24T22:05:25

Ron starts this episode talking about his week, Subaru’s and the full moon : takes a call on an 05 Ranger with major engine problems : takes a call on a 15 Camry where one cylinder has no compressi...

The Car Doctor - 4/17/21 - Hard Shifting Honda Pilot from 2021-04-17T22:15:44

Ron starts this episode with a call asking Ron’s opinion on a car for their daughter : takes a call on an 05 Honda Pilot with a hard shifting transmission : takes a call on an 08 Lexus RX350 where ...

The Car Doctor - 4/17/21 - Money Shouldn't Be The Only Consideration from 2021-04-17T22:11:13

Ron starts this episode taking about how we’re going to take care of electric cars when we have trouble taking care of conventional cars with a story of an 06 Jeep that had an oil light on, and tal...

The Car Doctor - 4/10/21 - Failed Oil Filter from 2021-04-10T22:18:27

Ron starts this episode talking about the 16 Traverse he is working on this week and the mistake GM made : takes a call on a 13 Chevy 2500HD where the oil was changed, and the filter failed : takes...

The Car Doctor - 4/10/21 - Cherokee Bad Brake Job from 2021-04-10T22:15:21

Ron starts this episode by taking a test…..and talking about ADAS systems : takes a call on an 05 Mini Cooper with a blown head gasket : takes a call on an 04 Grand Cherokee with a bad brake job : ...

The Car Doctor - 4/3/21 - Plugging Tires from 2021-04-03T22:17

Ron starts this episode answering a listener comment on putting a trailer with a generator on the back of an electric car : takes a call on an 09 Dodge Caliber with an intermittent battery light : ...

The Car Doctor - 4/3/21 - Automatic Braking Systems from 2021-04-03T22:16:02

Ron starts this episode with a story about installing HBO Max and how that relates to electric cars and talks about a report stating there will be radar in cars – mandatory – soon to apply brakes w...

The Car Doctor - 3/27/21 - Used Car Prices and Semiconductors from 2021-03-27T22:31:15

Ron starts this episode talking about a shortage of semiconductors causing used car prices to go up : takes a call on a 16 Silverado LT with a check engine light coincident with a low battery : tak...

The Car Doctor - 3/27/21 - What Does The Yellow Light Mean? from 2021-03-27T22:30:19

Ron starts this episode talking about the intermittent air conditioning problem that came into his shop this past week : takes a call on a 99 RAM 3500 with the ABS and brake lights both coming on :...

The Car Doctor - 3/20/21 - Chasing Classic Cars from 2021-03-20T22:51:04

Ron talks with Wayne Carini of The Discovery Channel’s “Chasing Classic Cars”.
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The Car Doctor - 3/20/21 - Electric Cars and the Electric Infrastructure from 2021-03-20T22:50:42

Ron starts this episode talking about the mysteriously running car that showed up at RA Automotive this week and about a new scan tool where a remote tech can log into your vehicle from a different...

The Car Doctor - 3/13/21 - When You Can't Even Get A Battery from 2021-03-13T23:44:27

Ron starts this episode talking about an 01 Prius that came into his shop this week that needed a battery : takes a call on a 13 Explorer with a check engine light and a P0016 code : takes a call o...

The Car Doctor - 3/13/21 - Sugar In The Fuel Tank from 2021-03-13T23:42:08

Ron starts this episode talking about the President of Toyota discussing the building of electric cars with Apple : talks about planned obsolescence with electric cars : takes a call on a 74 Cavali...

The Car Doctor - 3/6/21 - Preventing Carbon Buildup from 2021-03-07T14:45:35

Ron starts this episode with an email on exchanging transmission fluid : takes a call on a 20 Cadillac Escalade and questions on preventing carbon build up : talks to a Nissan Z guy : answers sever...

The Car Doctor - 3/6/21 - The Ranger Starter from 2021-03-07T14:44:42

Ron starts this episode talking about losing the starter in his Ranger this week and relating it to the state of knowledge about cars with people these days : takes a call discussing what’s going o...

The Car Doctor - 2/27/21 - Getting Kids Involved With Cars from 2021-02-27T23:29:17

Ron starts this episode talking about last week’s show, and takes a call on electric cars : takes a call talking about getting kids involved with cars and the expense these days of doing so – and a...

The Car Doctor - 2/20/21 - Start Stop Technology from 2021-02-20T23:23:42

Ron starts this episode talking about start stop technology and the stress put on the battery : takes a question on gas mileage in vehicles : talks again about self driving and electric cars : take...

The Car Doctor - 2/20/21 - Rapidly Changing Technology from 2021-02-20T23:23:20

Ron starts this episode talking about the rapidly changing technology in automobiles and not being ready for electric cars : takes a call on an 05 GMC Sierra where the antilock brakes are engaging ...

The Car Doctor - 2/13/21 - Young People and Car Basics from 2021-02-13T23:02:47

Ron starts this episode with a story about an 18-19 year old that called and didn’t know how to change his flat tire – and Ron gave him a lesson : takes a call on an 05 Tahoe asking the correct way...

The Car Doctor - 2/13/21 - ADAS Windshield Replacement from 2021-02-13T23:00:17

Ron starts this episode discussing not being ready for electric cars with the story about replacing a windshield on a car with an ADAS system : takes a call on an 05 Passat where the oil pressure l...

The Car Doctor - 2/6/21 - Oil Consumption from 2021-02-06T22:47:51

Ron starts this episode with a call asking his opinion on two different truck engines because the caller is looking to buy a used truck : takes a call on a 13 Mini Cooper and questions on oil consu...

The Car Doctor - 2/6/21 - Changes In Technology from 2021-02-06T22:46:59

Ron starts this episode discussing his week off and his trials and tribulations with his Ford Explorer and changes in technology : takes a call on an 11 Camry with a humming from the alternator : t...

The Car Doctor - 1/30/21 - Milky Substance On The Dipstick from 2021-01-30T22:46:56

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 97 Accura TL with rear parking lights that work – sometimes : takes a call on an 83 F150 with a milky substance on the dipstick : interviews John Richter, V...

The Car Doctor - 1/30/21 - Trailblazer Oil Leak from 2021-01-30T22:40:24

Ron starts this episode talking about how you need to know yourself when it comes to auto repair with the story about a 2005 Highlander he worked on this week : takes a call on an 03 Camry with a f...

The Car Doctor - 1/23/21 - Silverado Clattering Noise from 2021-01-23T23:58:39

Ron starts this episode taking a call on a 16 Silverado 2500 with a clattering noise from the bell housing area when cold : takes a call on a Honda CRV where the TPMS light comes on intermittently ...

The Car Doctor - 1/23/21 - Escape No Crank from 2021-01-23T23:57:33

Ron starts this episode talking about an 08 Camry he repaired this week that no one else could : takes a call on an 06 Dodge RAM with an O2 sensor code : takes a call on a 12 Escape where the car s...

The Car Doctor - 1/16/21 - Ford Edge Hard Shift from 2021-01-16T23:19:22

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 16 Silverado and questions on the torque converter, and on an 02 Ranger with intermittent running : takes a call on an 11 GMC 3500HD where the caller had pu...

The Car Doctor - 1/9/21 - Finding Parts for a 92 Land Rover from 2021-01-09T23:15:13

Ron starts this episode taking a call on an 07 Grand Prix with no heat : takes a call on that military vehicle from the last hour : takes a call on an 11 Sonata that is losing oil : takes a call on...

The Car Doctor - 1/9/21 - Stupidity in Auto Design from 2021-01-09T23:12:21

Ron starts this episode by ranting about stupidity in auto design – like where VW puts its batteries : takes a call on a 96 F250 that has intermittent no spark : takes a call on a 14 GMC Sierra and...

The Car Doctor - 1/2/21 - Banning Gasoline Engines from 2021-01-02T23:50:05

Ron starts this episode taking a call on a 20 F150 XLT that has a driveline rumble : takes a call on a 16 Silverado that had a shifting problem, and the transmission was then flushed – the caller w...

The Car Doctor - 1/2/21 - Excellence In Auto Repair from 2021-01-02T23:46:40

Ron starts this episode asking if you would recognize excellence in auto repair : takes a call on a 14 GMC Terrain that needs an engine : talks about discount oil changes : takes a call on an 05 Ra...

The Car Doctor- 12/26/20 - Women In Auto Care from 2020-12-26T23:01

Ron starts this episode talking with Jessica Toliuszis of Women in Auto Care : and talks with Paul Eisenstein of thedetroitbureau.com on 2020 in review and looking ahead.
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The Car Doctor - 12/26/20 - Starting an Automotive Program from 2020-12-26T23:00

Ron starts this episode talking with Patrick Giacomini, a retired Engineer who is trying to start an automotive program at a Springfield, IL high school : and talks with Harlan Siegel, VP/Global Sa...

The Car Doctor - 12/19/20 - Tales From The Repair Shop from 2020-12-20T00:16:24

Ron starts this episode telling stories from the repair shop : takes a call on a 72 Malibu asking what type of gas to use in it, and a 10 F150 with a glitch in the steering going left when it’s col...

The Car Doctor - 12/19/20 - Is Your Mechanic Doing Something Wrong from 2020-12-20T00:14

Ron starts this episode stating that chances are, your mechanic is doing something wrong : takes a call on an 88 VW Cabriolet that just stops running, but only on occasion : takes a call with quest...

The Car Doctor - 12/12/20 - Studded Snows and ABS from 2020-12-12T23:24:16

Ron starts this episode talking about the demise of the Ford Econoline van : takes a call on an 11 Silverado with a towing brake light : takes a call on a 13 Silverado with questions on tires : tak...

The Car Doctor - 12/12/20 - Music Playing In A Repair Shop from 2020-12-12T23:21:17

Ron starts this episode talking about the music playing in an auto repair shop : takes a call on an 09 Mercedes SL63 with 500,000 miles that is using oil : takes a call from someone considering buy...

The Car Doctor - 12/5/20 - Trailblazer With a Bad Front Differential from 2020-12-05T23:34:48

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 11 GMC 3500, gas, that is rated for Flex Fuel, was filled with E85, and now the check engine light is on : takes a call with comments on electric vehicles ...

The Car Doctor - 12/5/20 - That Sucking Sound is an 08 Altima from 2020-12-05T23:33:59

Ron starts this episode talking about quiet time in the shop and a jeep with 320,000 miles on it and the lack of machine shops, particularly in the northeast : takes a call on a 97 Camry that, when...

The Car Doctor - 11/28/20 - 86 Cutlass Can't Do More Than 50MPH from 2020-11-28T22:41:35

Ron starts this episode talking about undercoating : takes a call on an F-150 with a vacuum leak : takes a call on an 07 Colorado that needs a wheel bearing replaced : takes a call on an 86 Olds Cu...

The Car Doctor - 11/28/20 - Nissan CVT Transmissions from 2020-11-28T22:40:46

Ron starts this episode talking about his crazy week and an 05 Taurus that was towed in : takes a call on a 14 Rogue and questions on maintenance of the CVT transmission : takes a call on an 04 Tah...

The Car Doctor - 11/21/20 - The Right To Repair from 2020-11-21T22:43:18

Ron starts this episode taking a call on an 07 Tahoe with a voltage problem : takes a call on an 08 Camry that has trouble shifting out of park : and talks with Matt Buchholz, President and General...

The Car Doctor - 11/21/20 - Pathfinder Needs An Exhaust System from 2020-11-21T22:41:03

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 04 Nissan Pathfinder that needs an exhaust system : takes a call on a 12 Dodge Durango that is losing coolant : answers an email about grease fittings : in...

The Car Doctor - 11/14/20 - Buying a Jump Starter from 2020-11-14T23:45:38

Ron starts this episode talking about an 04 Kia Optima and filling the transmission on it : takes a call on a 12 Scion IQ and a question on testing the throttle body : takes a call on an 06 Dodge R...

The Car Doctor - 11/14/20 - Caravan Transmission Pressure Sensor Fault from 2020-11-14T23:43:35

Ron starts this episode talking about the lack of clarity of invoices and about a 13 Explorer with a bad backup camera : takes a call on a 99 Ranger where it feels like the ABS system is failing : ...

The Car Doctor - 11/7/20 - Diagnosing with No Codes from 2020-11-07T22:59:44

Ron starts this episode taking a call on a 92 Camry that needed a transmission and Ron helped – now, after the trans replacement, the steering wheel doesn’t seem to be straight : takes a call on an...

The Car Doctor - 11/7/20 - Car Shows from 2020-11-07T22:58:59

Ron starts this episode talking about stacking firewood and comparing it to repairing cars : takes a call on an 07 Explorer that, between 35 and 60 MPH, shifts constantly : takes a call on a 2000 C...

The Car Doctor - 10/31/20 - Duramax Diesel Engine Shutdown from 2020-10-31T21:01

Ron starts this episode with a call an 18 Chevy Silverado 2500 Duramax Diesel whose engine shuts down in reverse right after start up : answers a question on what would happen if you put a vehicle ...

The Car Doctor - 10/31/20 - Diagnostics Can Be Simple from 2020-10-31T21:00

Ron starts this episode talking about P0496, and proof that all diagnostics have to be complicated : takes a call on an 86 GMC Sierra that had been sitting, had bad gas and now won’t run : Ron give...

The Car Doctor - 10/24/20 - 38 Chevy Master Deluxe Cruise from 2020-10-24T22:27:43

Ron starts this episode with a nomination for the Goodyear Brake frontline workers contest : takes a call on a 97 Olds Silouette with an intermittent overheating problem : talks with a gentlemen fr...

The Car Doctor - 10/24/20 - Subaru Eats MAF Sensors from 2020-10-24T22:24:54

Ron starts this episode taking a call on an 07 Dodge RAM 1500 with a hesitation that smooths out up a grade : takes a call on a 48 Ford tractor plow that runs on a 6 V battery, with the caller aski...

The Car Doctor - 10/17/20 - Motor Oil Questions from 2020-10-17T21:46

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 17 GMC Savanna 2500 with questions on the starter and on a 16 GMC Sierra 1500 and questions on the active fuel management system and a hard downshift : take...

The Car Doctor - 10/17/20 - Electric Vehicles and Auto Industry Employment from 2020-10-17T21:45

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 02 GMC Envoy with an intermittent crank/no start : takes a call on a 15 Subaru Outback that is intermittently draining the battery : and talks with Paul Ei...

The Car Doctor - 10/10/20 - Starting a 62 Caddy from 2020-10-10T22:25:06

Ron starts this episode talking about a 13 Wrangler with poor heat and multiple error lights on : answers an email on the paint he uses on the underside of the hotrod : takes a call on a 62 Caddy t...

The Car Doctor - 10/10/20 - Auto Repair Is Like A Box of Chocolates from 2020-10-10T22:24:16

Ron starts this episode comparing auto repair to Forrest Gump – you never know what you’re going to get : takes a call from a listener that Ron helped with his 09 Camry and wanted to tell him what ...

The Car Doctor - 10/3/20 - Top 10 Brake Tips from 2020-10-04T17:30:08

Ron starts this episode taking a call on an 03 Lincoln Town Car where the caller removed the driver’s door panel to repair the handle, and now nothing electrical there works : takes a call on a 98 ...

The Car Doctor - 10/3/20 - Computers In Cars from 2020-10-03T22:45:25

Ron starts this episode talking about a vehicle he worked on this week with a rotted air intake boot, and an 08 Volvo V-70 with a bad vibration : takes a call on a 12 Tundra that is starting to use...

The Car Doctor - 9/26/20 - When To Service A Corolla Transmission from 2020-09-26T22:29:24

Ron starts this episode talking about scan tools and the story of the 2013 RAM pickup : takes a call on a 10 Honda CRV with a leaking CV boot on the rear axle : takes a call on a 13 Chrysler 200 wh...

The Car Doctor - 9/26/20 - California Bans Internal Combustion Engine Cars from 2020-09-26T22:21:48

Ron starts this episode talking about the proposed California 2035 ban on the sales of internal combustion vehicles : takes a call on a 2000 Suburban looking for advice on changing the heater hoses...

The Car Doctor - 9/19/20 - Picking A Scan Tool from 2020-09-19T22:58:45

Ron starts this episode with a call on 08 Jeep Patriot where all the drive train lights come on and the vehicle loses power : takes a call on an 05 LeSabre with intermittent cabin fan : talks about...

The Car Doctor - 9/19/20 - Programming TIPM Modules from 2020-09-19T22:46:59

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 02 Camry with an intermittent overdrive light : takes a follow up call on an 02 Explorer that had a no start condition : takes a call on a 14 RAM 1500 that...

The Car Doctor - 9/12/20 - Always Something New to Learn from 2020-09-13T01:51:31

Ron starts this episode stating there is always something new to learn : takes a call on an 01 Lexus with a misfire on cylinder 2 : takes a call on an 07 Hyundai Sonata with a catalytic converter c...

The Car Doctor - 9/12/20 - 09 Civic Starter from 2020-09-13T01:45:13

Ron starts this episode with a story on an 09 Honda Civic that needed a starter that came into the shop and a discussion on corrosion : takes a call on a 99 Sentra that is throwing evap codes : tak...

The Car Doctor - 9/5/20 - Running Monitors from 2020-09-05T22:30:53

Ron starts this episode talking about the need to modernize things at state motor vehicle departments : takes a call on an 87 Jeep Cherokee with 225K on it that is in extremely good condition and r...

The Car Doctor - 9/5/20 - Getting People Through The Day from 2020-09-05T22:30:02

Ron starts this episode talking about getting people through the day and using his superpower : takes a call on an 01 BMW 325i with gunk under the intake manifold where the caller asks if he should...

The Car Doctor - 8/29/2020 - 68 Mustang Ignition Problems from 2020-08-29T21:42:15

Ron starts this episode with a story about an 11 Flex that was losing coolant : takes a call on a 68 Mustang with ignition system problems : takes a call on an 08 Wrangler where the caller is worki...

The Car Doctor - 8/29/2020 - Modified Catalytic Converter Passes Inspection from 2020-08-29T21:35:54

Ron starts this episode talking about all the strange things he saw this week, like the Challenger with a modified catalytic converter : takes a call on an 11 Sierra where the radio is causing a dr...

The Car Doctor - 8/22/20 - Prius Batteries from 2020-08-22T22:36:04

Ron starts this episode taking a call on a 19 Rogue and questions on the CVT transmission in Nissans : takes a call from a caller grousing about the tools included in cars these days to change tire...

The Car Doctor - 8/22/20 - Hot Rods and Black Coffee from 2020-08-22T22:32:49

Ron starts this episode asking if hot rods are a replacement for black coffee and a reminder of better times : takes a call on a product he recommended on ceramic coating this caller’s car : takes ...

The Car Doctor - 8/15/20 - Electronics In New Cars from 2020-08-15T21:48:15

Ron starts this episode talking about the electronics found in new cars : takes a call on a 19 Subaru Forester where the car was pulling to the right, was aligned, and it still pulls to the right :...

The Car Doctor - 8/15/20 - Fooled By The Simple Repair from 2020-08-15T21:45:10

Ron starts this episode talking about getting fooled by the simple repair with the story of what should have been a simple repair : takes a call on an 04 LeSabre that is hard shift when it’s warm :...

The Car Doctor 8/8/20 - Inspection Failed Due To Broken Manifold Bolt from 2020-08-08T22:52:29

Ron starts this episode by answering an email on Honda CVT’s transmissions : takes a call on an 06 Cobalt with a cam sensor error : takes a call on a 13 Silverado with a vibration : takes a call on...

The Car Doctor - 8/8/20- Synthetic Brake Fluid from 2020-08-08T22:48:54

Ron starts this episode talking about why something breaks by discussing his generator problem this week : takes a call on an 06 F-350 that needs a brake caliper changed, but all the caller can fin...

The Car Doctor - 8/1/20 - Beetle Radiator Replacement from 2020-08-01T21:48:10

Ron starts this episode talking about his day to day stuff in the shop with the story of an 03 Honda Civic with a broken axle : takes a call on a 05 VW Beetle where the caller had just replaced the...

The Car Doctor - 8/1/20 - A Jaunt With a 55 Chevy from 2020-08-01T21:45:30

Ron starts this episode by talking about a morning jaunt with his 55 Chevy, Black : takes a call on an 04 Explorer with a fuel sender error : takes a call on battery rejuvenation : talks about adva...

The Car Doctor - 7/25/20 - Diagnostic Costs In The Future from 2020-07-26T01:02:52

Ron starts this episode talking about diagnostic costs in the future : takes a call on an 18 Grand Cherokee that is having transmission issues after the rear differential was replaced : takes a cal...

The Car Doctor - 7/25/20 - Is It Something You Did? from 2020-07-26T00:55:33

Ron starts this episode talking that you never think what’s wrong with the car is something you did : talks about air conditioning machines and their features : talks about fluid flushing : takes a...

The Car Doctor - 7/18/20 - Understanding Your Scan Tool from 2020-07-18T22:21:48

Ron starts this episode talking about understanding what a scan tool is telling you : takes a call from someone who lives off the grid and desulfates the batteries from his solar system every week ...

The Car Doctor - 7/18/20 - A Repair 4 Years In The Making from 2020-07-18T22:18:18

Ron starts this episode telling a repair story that was 4 years in the making with a 2002 Ford Excursion : takes a call on an 05 Sentra that is pinging : takes a call on a 69 Pontiac Trans Am with ...

The Car Doctor - 7/11/20 - Do You Need A Transmission? from 2020-07-11T21:59:11

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 13 Chevy Cruze LT that the caller is looking to purchase, and wants Ron’s opinion, and a question on a rotten egg smell on a 10 Chevy : takes a call on an 0...

The Car Doctor - 7/11/20 - What It's Like Being A Mechanic from 2020-07-11T21:55:22

Ron starts this episode talking about what it’s like being a mechanic by describing his week : takes a call on an 07 F-150 that hesitates : takes a call on battery desulfators : takes a call on a 1...

The Car Doctor - 7/4/20 - Oil Sealer in the Gas Tank from 2020-07-04T21:31:15

Ron starts this episode talking about Mr. Kelly’s 2010 Lincoln : takes a call on a 16 Kia Sedona that had engine oil sealer put in its gas tank : takes a general call on a brake issue on a Dodge va...

The Car Doctor - 7/4/20 - Lug Nut on the Road from 2020-07-04T21:26:33

Ron starts this episode talking about how seeing a lug nut on the road which brought up a memory about how little things mean a lot, and how car repair is a designated path : takes a call on a 97 R...

The Car Doctor - 6/27/20 - The Rules of Repair from 2020-06-27T22:08:22

Ron starts this episode talking about the Rules of Repair : takes a call on an 07 F-150 that recently had a misfiring cylinder which the caller misdiagnosed, and wants to know what he missed : take...

The Car Doctor - 6/27/20 - Manually Shifting an Automatic For Fun from 2020-06-27T22:03:59

Ron starts this episode taking a call with a listener asking if it’s possible to manually shift an automatic transmission for fun : answers an email regarding 1234YF – the new type of refrigerant f...

The Car Doctor - 6/20/20 - The Ron Sighting from 2020-06-20T22:03:19

Ron starts this episode talking about his most recent “Ron Sighting” : takes a call on a 96 Bronco where the AC will start blowing from the defrost vents when he accelerates : takes a call on a 10 ...

The Car Doctor - 6/20/20 - Oil for an 80 Corvette from 2020-06-20T21:53:33

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 94 Subaru Legacy with multiple problems – especially a thump on acceleration/deceleration : takes a call on an 80 Corvette and questions on what oil to use ...

The Car Doctor - 6/13/20 - Overheating After An Oil Change from 2020-06-13T23:44:36

Ron starts this episode with a question on what Ron thinks of the Kia Soul : takes a call on an 05 Avalance that gets a transmission hot message about an hour into the drive : takes a call on a 93 ...

The Car Doctor - 6/13/20 - Parental Responsibility from 2020-06-13T23:43:12

Ron starts this episode asking if we, as parents have a responsibility to teach our kids how to drive safely with the story of a 2009 Lexus he worked on this week : takes a call on an 02 Trailblaze...

The Car Doctor - 6/6/20 - 38 Chevy Master Class Ignition from 2020-06-06T21:45:17

Ron starts this episode talking about paying attention in math class and how that relates to auto repair: takes a call on a 38 Chevy Master Class where the caller wants to install electronic igniti...

The Car Doctor - 6/6/20 - 2000 Suburban Radiator Replacement from 2020-06-06T21:35:47

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 2000 Chevy Suburban with questions on replacing the radiator : takes a call on a positive contact with a Subaru dealership in Maine and a discussion on star...

The Car Doctor - 5/30/20 - PT Cruiser Overheating from 2020-05-30T23:00:32

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 06 F150 with a power steering issue : tells his story about the 05 PT Cruiser he worked on this week that was an appearance of overheating : takes a call o...

The Car Doctor - 5/30/20 - Gasket Installed "Upside Down" from 2020-05-30T22:46:01

Ron starts this episode with a statement that you never really know anyone no matter how long you’ve known them with a story of a leaking valve cover gasket that was, supposedly, installed “upside ...

The Car Doctor - 5/23/20 - World War II with Uncle Steve from 2020-05-23T21:32:22

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 10 Camry where it feels like the engine is slowing the vehicle coming to a stop : takes a call on an 06 Jetta with crank but no start : and we run an older ...

The Car Doctor - 5/23/20 - Inspection Troubleshooting from 2020-05-23T21:23:39

Ron starts this episode talking about the 09 Corolla that came in with bad brakes this week and had problems passing inspection : takes a call on an 05 Sentra with a starter that just spins : takes...

The Car Doctor - 5/16/20 - Battery Charging Complications from 2020-05-16T21:44:47

Ron starts this episode talking about how complicated battery charging is these days : takes a call with questions on towing with a 20 Subaru Ascent : takes a call on an 07 Honda Civic that needs a...

The Car Doctor - 5/16/20 - Pity the Poor Sparkplug from 2020-05-16T21:36:29

Ron starts this episode talking about pitying the poor spark plug and its lack of respect : takes a call looking to see if there are diagnostic tools for OBD-1 vehicles : talks about the new cash f...

The Car Doctor - 5/9/20 - Hard Starting Honda Accord from 2020-05-09T21:52:51

Ron starts this episode taking a call on a 98 Honda Accord that is hard starting in wet weather : takes a call on a 13 F-150 where the cooling fans are running full tilt : takes a call looking to d...

The Car Doctor - 5/9/20 - ADAS Systems from 2020-05-09T21:45:55

Ron starts this episode asking if you really know what you are doing for a living is right : takes a call on an 09 Tacoma where new leaf springs don’t fit properly and the supplier says to shim the...

The Car Doctor - 5/2/20 - Is a Broken Car Like A Haunted House? from 2020-05-02T21:51:44

Ron starts this episode talking about the commonality between a haunted house and a broken car and a chat about essential workers, and a chat about Elon Musk putting a plant in the Midwest, and a q...

The Car Doctor - 5/2/20 - 63 MPH Stanley Steamer from 2020-05-02T21:43:22

Ron starts this episode with a story of a Stanley Steamer doing 63 mph : takes a call on a 64 Mustang where the owner’s manual says use 92 Octane leaded fuel – so, what should be used these days? :...

The Car Doctor - 4/25/20 - Malibu Dipstick Foam from 2020-04-25T21:11:56

Ron starts with a call on an 04 Malibu Classic with foam on the dipstick : takes a call on finding a good scan tool for an 18 Camry : and takes a call on a Tacoma with water coming out the exhaust ...

The Car Doctor - 4/25/20 - Fixing A Car With No Parts from 2020-04-25T21:06:20

Ron starts this episode talking about when fixing a car doesn’t require parts : takes a call on an 08 Nissan Frontier pickup where the drivers side window is intermittent – but slamming the door 3 ...

The Car Doctor - 4/18/20 - Should You Replace Your Car from 2020-04-18T21:47:59

Ron starts this episode with a call regarding painting the underside of the car : takes a call on an 11 Sienna and questions about a transmission flush : discusses the building blocks of auto repai...

The Car Doctor - 4/18/20 - Estimates from 2020-04-18T21:41

Ron starts this episode asking when an estimate is not an estimate : takes a call on an 01 Accura where the radio only gets reception about 10% of the time : takes a call on a 67 Mercedes SL with q...

The Car Doctor - 4/11/20 - Have You Created Your Own Problem from 2020-04-11T22:03:37

Ron starts this episode asking if you have created your own problem, and talks about engine replacement : takes a call from a listener wanting to know if he should "divorce" his Chevy pickup : answ...

The Car Doctor - 4/11/20 - Maintenance Needed at the End of the Pandemic from 2020-04-11T21:44:04

Ron starts this episode by discussing the maintenance needed on cars sitting around because of the pandemic : takes a call regarding needed maintenance on a 15 Subaru that is 5 years old with 35,00...

The Car Doctor - 4/4/20 - Prius Battery Costs from 2020-04-04T21:44:31

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 06 Silverado with a piston slap : takes a call on an 06 RAM 2500 that smokes and loses power on a full tank of fuel, but runs fine with the tank at 1/4 : t...

The Car Doctor - 4/4/20 - Cars and Kids from 2020-04-04T21:36:14

Ron starts this episode talking about driving around these days and how brake rotors are starting to rust from lack of use : takes a call on an 09 Tacoma with a howl in the front end : takes a call...

The Car Doctor - 3/28/20 - Car Maintenance Basics from 2020-03-28T22:22:48

Ron starts this episode by talking about network communications srategies in cars : takes a call on a Grand Cherokee with a P0740 code : takes a call asking about stealing the codes on a key fob : ...

The Car Doctor - 3/28/20 - Ron's 1500th Show from 2020-03-28T22:09:43

Ron starts his 1500th show chatting with his first big time radio general manager, Bob Bruno : tells his best car story about being towed and having the wheel fall off the car : takes a call on an ...

The Car Doctor - 3/21/20 - The "Them" Story from 2020-03-21T20:48:06

Ron starts this episode telling his “them” story : takes a call on an 09 Escape with a bad evap valve : takes a call looking to discuss portable jump boxes : takes a call on a 14 GMC Sierra that ha...

The Car Doctor - 3/21/20 - Car Emergency Management Kit from 2020-03-21T20:40:04

Ron starts this episode talking about an emergency management kit for your car with this Corona virus problem : takes a call on an 18 Ford Ecosport that is getting terrible gas mileage : takes a ca...

The Car Doctor - 3/21/20 - Car Emergency Management Kit from 2020-03-21T20:40:04

Ron starts this episode talking about an emergency management kit for your car with this Corona virus problem : takes a call on an 18 Ford Ecosport that is getting terrible gas mileage : takes a ca...

The Car Doctor - 3/14/2020 - Technical Changes from 2020-03-14T20:00

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 15 Passat with front end issues : takes a call on a 17 Grand Cherokee with rear differential problems : talks about the 08 Grand Cherokee he worked on this ...

The Car Doctor - 3/7/20 - Bottom Blasting and Grinding from 2020-03-07T21:33:20

Ron starts this episode talking about electric cars : takes a call on an 05 Volvo S40 with a grinding sound after driving in mud : takes a call on an 07 Avalon where the caller wants to disconnect ...

The Car Doctor - 3/7/20 - Mercedes 550 Vibration from 2020-03-07T21:30:07

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 05 Kia Rio where the caller cleaned the battery and is now having transmission problems : answers an email regarding parts from Master Motorsports dot com ...

The Car Doctor - 2/29/20 - Autonomous Buses from 2020-02-29T21:30:21

Ron starts this episode discussing with a caller disconnecting the battery in a car that will be parked for a few months : takes a call on a 95 K1500 with a rebuilt tranny that now acts like it has...

The Car Doctor - 2/29/20 - Problems with Electric Cars from 2020-02-29T21:03:34

Ron starts this episode talking about flashing center brake lights and electric cars and the problems with them : takes a call on a 99 F-350 that has a clicking up front on left turns only : takes ...

The Car Doctor - 2/22/20 - Growling GMC Sierra from 2020-02-22T21:33:40

Ron starts this episode talking about electric vehicles : takes a call on a 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 that growls in 4 wheel drive : takes a call on a 13 Impala with traction control issues : takes a ca...

The Car Doctor - 2/22/20 - Ticking Subaru Forrester from 2020-02-22T20:44:57

Ron starts this episode talking about the dangers of “soon”, and a Ford F-150 with a clunk in the rear : takes a call on an 04 Forrester with a ticking noise on start up : takes a call on an 02 Tra...

The Car Doctor - 2/22/20 - Ticking Subaru Forrester from 2020-02-22T20:44:57

Ron starts this episode talking about the dangers of “soon”, and a Ford F-150 with a clunk in the rear : takes a call on an 04 Forrester with a ticking noise on start up : takes a call on an 02 ...

The Car Doctor - 2/15/20 - Toyota and Lexus Recalls from 2020-02-15T21:36:47

Ron starts this episode talking about having the people who approved self driving cars actually driving them : talks about Toyota and Lexus recalling cars to replace engines : takes a call on an 04...

The Car Doctor - 2/15/20 - Illegal to Repair Your Car from 2020-02-15T21:03:37

Ron starts this episode with a rant on the law in Sacramento County, CA making it illegal to work on your own car in your own garage : takes a call on an 09 Malibu with an exhaust manifold issue : ...

The Car Doctor - 2/8/20 - Tacata Airbag Problem - Again from 2020-02-08T21:42:19

Ron starts this episode talking about the Taccata Airbag problem – again : takes a call on no crank starting problems in general : takes a call on an 07 Lincoln Town Car with water on the passenger...

The Car Doctor - 2/8/20 - Repairs and Younger Drivers from 2020-02-08T21:24:48

Ron starts this episode talking about the future of repairs with younger drivers and also electronic cars and in car electronics : takes a call on an 07 Mercedes ML 350 that was in an accident and ...

The Car Doctor - 2/1/20 - Wrangler Washer Bottle from 2020-02-01T22:15:32

Ron starts this episode talking about the 16 Jeep Wrangler that he worked on this week with a broken washer bottle : takes a call on a 13 Civic Hybrid where the caller is asking about doing his own...

The Car Doctor - 2/1/20 - Silverado Rough Idle from 2020-02-01T21:38:10

Ron starts this episode by talking about K Seal and the Saturn : takes a call on a 12 Silverado with a rough idle : takes a call with a listener updating him on the status of his 98 Mercury Sable a...

The Car Doctor - 2/1/20 - Silverado Rough Idle from 2020-02-01T21:38:10

Ron starts this episode by talking about K Seal and the Saturn : takes a call on a 12 Silverado with a rough idle : takes a call with a listener updating him on the status of his 98 Mercury Sable a...

The Car Doctor - 1/25/20 - Is Your Car Company Lying To You from 2020-01-25T21:34:31

Ron starts this episode asking if your car company is lying to you : talks to a caller who shares how he determines where a leak is : takes a call on a 10 Chrysler Town and Country with an intermit...

The Car Doctor - 1/25/20 - The Dip In The Road from 2020-01-25T21:32:32

Ron starts this episode talking about the dip in the road and what it does : takes a call regarding last week’s call on the turbo 400 transmission : takes a call on an 11 GMC 3500 with a hesitation...

The Car Doctor - 1/18/20 - Grand Prix No Heat from 2020-01-18T21:38:36

Ron starts this episode talking about his week with a new toy to play with : takes a call on an 07 Grand Prix with very little heat in the cabin : takes a call on a 17 Ford Fusion and a question on...

The Car Doctor - 1/18/20 - Farmers Right To Repair from 2020-01-18T21:37:03

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 16 Kia Sorrento whose oil gets very dirty within 1000 miles – and the dealer says it’s OK : answers an email about brake bleeders breaking : talks briefly a...

The Car Doctor - 1/11/20 - Hyundai Accent Needs New Engine from 2020-01-11T21:32:51

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 13 Suburban with a P015D code : takes a call regarding a block heater with his 97 Camry : takes a call on an 09 Buick LeCern where only the driver’s door lo...

The Car Doctor - 1/11/20 - How Brakes Work from 2020-01-11T21:31:24

Ron starts this episode talking about the auto repair industry running out of things to do and explaining how brakes work and when they need to be serviced : takes a call on an 88 Silverado that in...

The Car Doctor - 1/4/20 - 70 Mustang Emissions from 2020-01-04T21:32:47

Ron starts this episode discussing getting to the root cause of a diagnosis for an old problem : takes a call on a restored 70 Mustang that just passed emissions with flying colors and the caller i...

The Car Doctor - 1/4/20 - Responsibility of Car Care from 2020-01-04T21:31:07

Ron starts this episode talking about handing down the responsibility of taking care of a car : takes a call on a 12 Cruze where the caller replaced the camshaft seal and needs guidance on torquein...

The Car Doctor - 12/28/19 - 97 Escort Airbag Problem from 2019-12-28T21:40:20

Ron starts this episode talking about the numbers of cars registered in a given year : takes a call on a 97 Ford Escort with an airbag problem after the horn were repaired : takes a call on an 11 A...

The Car Doctor - 12/28/19 - Your Opinion Doesn't Count from 2019-12-28T21:38:47

Ron starts this episode talking about how your opinion of auto repair really doesn’t count : takes a call on an 06 Impala that threw a check engine light, the caller removed the negative cable from...

The Car Doctor - 12/21/19 - 11 Fusion Rattle from 2019-12-21T21:40:57

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 11 Fusion with a ticking/rattling sound : takes a call on an 89 Bronco with a fuel pump problem : takes a call on an 11 Escape where a clunk is heard when ...

The Car Doctor - 12/21/19 - Ron Gets Recognized from 2019-12-21T21:39:13

Ron starts this episode with a funny story about a trip to the diner last night : takes a call on a 67 Chevelle Sport Coupe that has an occasional pinging sound : takes a call on an 06 Scion with a...

The Car Doctor - 12/14/19 - Buying A Used Car from 2019-12-14T21:37:56

Ron starts this episode talking about how to buy a used car : takes a call on an 18 RAM Truck asking the merits of running pure gasoline as opposed to E10, and asks his opinion on using an oil filt...

The Car Doctor - 12/14/19 - Good Cheap Auto Repair from 2019-12-14T21:36:31

Ron starts this episode talking about certifications for auto techs and looking for good, cheap auto repair : takes a call on a 12 Nissan Frontier with a possible blend door actuator problem : take...

The Car Doctor - 12/7/19 - Raptor Tapping Noise from 2019-12-07T21:32:37

Ron starts this hour with a call on an 07 Caddy STS where the tire air pressures are being reported on the wrong wheels : takes a call on a 17 Ford Raptor with a tapping noise under load in drive o...

The Car Doctor - 12/7/19 - Is Your Car Safe? from 2019-12-07T21:30:44

Ron starts this episode asking how you know if that used car you’re looking to buy is actually safe : takes a call on an 11 Kia Sorrento that idles rough with a check engine light : takes a call on...

The Car Doctor - 11/30/19 - The GM Electric Cars from 2019-11-30T21:38:47

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 15 Silverado where the radio doesn’t work in cold weather : takes a call with a general question on batteries : talks with Paul Eisenstein of thedetroitbure...

The Car Doctor - 11/30/19 - Not Time To Buy A Tesla from 2019-11-30T21:37:11

Ron starts this episode talking about why it’s not the time to buy a Tesla : takes a call on an 07 Pontiac Grand Prix with insufficient heat : takes a call on an 08 Chevy Silverado with soft brakes...

The Car Doctor - 11/23/19 - Fords and Ferraris from 2019-11-23T21:39:20

Ron starts this episode talking about teaching the next generation about cars : takes a call on an 07 Caddy STS that needs its control arms replaced : talks about the Fords that beat Ferraris : tal...

The Car Doctor - 11/23/19 - Toyota Trans Fluid Replacement from 2019-11-23T21:37:44

Ron starts this episode talking about his trip last week to Virginia and the experience : takes a call on an 06 Toyota Camry with a question on a possible alternator failure : takes a call on an 11...

The Car Doctor - 11/16/19 - Pt 2 North Virginia Car Show from 2019-11-16T21:20:11

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The Car Doctor - 11/16/19 - Pt 1 - North Virginia Car Show from 2019-11-16T20:50:50

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The Car Doctor - 11/9/2019 - Turning New Brake Drums from 2019-11-09T21:45:46

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 13 Silverado asking if new brake drums and rotors should be turned out of the box : takes a call on an 11 GMC 3500 with a P0446 code that keeps coming back ...

The Car Doctor - 11/9/2019 - Fixing Cars Like Batman from 2019-11-09T21:44:21

Ron starts this episode talks about how fixing cars is like being Batman, with a story on a last minute fix : takes a call on a 98 Mercury Sable asking for the weak points on this vehicle : takes a...

The Car Doctor - 11/2/19 - Kids and Cars from 2019-11-02T20:39:08

Ron starts this episode asking if you’ve talked to your kids about cars lately : takes a call on an 85 Grand Marquis where the caller is changing belts but he can’t find the adjustment on the ac co...

The Car Doctor - 11/2/19 - 59 Caddy Ticking from 2019-11-02T20:37:58

Ron starts this episode asking if this is your first time at a new auto repair shop : takes a call on a 59 Caddy with a ticking sound at slower speeds : takes a call on an 02 Isuzu Axiom with a cyl...

The Car Doctor - 10/26/19 - Subaru Oil Burning from 2019-10-26T20:35:21

Ron starts this episode taking a call on a 13 Subaru Impreza that is burning oil : takes a call on an 04 Excursion that still wanders after a lot of front end work : takes a call on an 11 Avalon th...

The Car Doctor - 10/26/19 - What Constitutes Tire Rotation? from 2019-10-26T20:33:48

Ron starts this episode talking about how the skill set to repair vehicles is shrinking : talks about a recent article about a Michigan court ruling that determines a tire rotation does not include...

The Car Doctor - 10/19/19 - Should I Rustproof? from 2019-10-19T20:39:28

Ron starts this episode taking a call on an 03 Buick LeSabre where the fuel guage shows full until almost empty : takes a call on a 12 Honda Accord where the caller asks if, to change fluids, shoul...

The Car Doctor - 10/19/19 - Non Working Turbo from 2019-10-19T20:36:37

Ron starts this episode taking a call on a 13 Ford Escape where the turbo is not working : takes a call on a 13 Explorer with an intermittent backup camera : interviews John Hanighen, Director, Glo...

The Car Doctor - 10/12/19 - My Car Just Died from 2019-10-12T20:35:56

Ron starts this hour talking about fuel stabilization to store a vehicle for winter : takes a call on a 91 Chevy Pickup that idles fine….then stalls out : takes a call on a 10 Volvo S80 where the c...

The Car Doctor - 10/12/19 - The California Power Outages from 2019-10-12T20:34:32

Ron starts this episode talking to John Pearley Huffman, Contributing editor of Car&Driver Magazine, about the power outages in California and Tesla’s help to get people charged up : takes a call o...

The Car Doctor - 10/5/19 - Propane Enrichment from 2019-10-05T20:34:29

Ron starts this episode again talking about connected cars : takes a call on an 03 Honda CRV with a P505 code that can’t be cleared : takes a call on an 89 Toyota MR2 where the check engine light c...

The Car Doctor - 10/5/19 - Connected Cars from 2019-10-05T20:32:49

Ron starts this episode talking about the issues of storing vehicles and how to treat the gas – and the use of aviation fuel : takes a call on a 91 Nissan pickup and trouble with the fuel pump rela...

The Car Doctor - 9/28/19 - Standard Labor Rates from 2019-09-28T20:37:27

Ron starts this episode with a call that wants to talk about the Mitchell Standard Labor Rates and the fact that he thinks he was overcharged for maintenance recently : takes a call discussing etha...

The Car Doctor - 9/28/19 - Computer Flashing in Cars from 2019-09-28T20:35:48

Ron starts this episode talking about computer flashing in cars : takes a call on an 07 Honda Ridgeline that apparently needs a new bottom end and the caller is asking if the cost is worth it : int...

The Car Doctor - 9/21/19 - Synthetic Transmission Fluid from 2019-09-21T20:44:59

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 06 Escape that needs a transmission and the gent wants to discuss replacement : takes a call on an 86 K10 Chevy pickup and a question on using synthetic tr...

The Car Doctor - 9/21/19 - Electric Cars and The GM Strike from 2019-09-21T20:43:20

Ron starts this episode with Paul Eisenstein of thedetroitbureau.com discussing electric cars and the GM strike : takes a call on an 06 GMC Savannah where the Moog upper ball joints that broke when...

The Car Doctor - 9/14/19 - The Price of Technology from 2019-09-14T20:44:30

Ron starts this episode talking about technologies in Volkswagens and how the price of technology is causing people to not fix their cars : takes a call on a where the caller asks about doing a tr...

The Car Doctor - 9/14/19 - 312 K Miles Maintenance from 2019-09-14T20:42:33

Ron starts this episode by talking about his week in the shop : takes a call on an 04 Saturn that steers hard to the left, it was repaired, and it still has the problem : takes a call on an 05 Mazd...

The Car Doctor - 9/7/19 - Automotive Locksmith from 2019-09-07T20:41:23

Ron starts this episode taking a call from an automotive locksmith : takes a call on suspension lifts : answers an email on replacement ignition coils : takes a call from a gent who agrees that Ro...

The Car Doctor - 9/7/19 - Choosing a Mechanic for a Used Vehicle from 2019-09-07T20:40:03

Ron starts this episode talking about the hurricane and damage to cars, and what that may mean to the used car market : takes a call asking how to choose a mechanic to look over a used vehicle : ta...

The Car Doctor - 8/31/19 - Rebroadcast from 8/26/17 from 2019-08-31T20:35:04

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The Car Doctor - 8/24/19 - Old Vehicle Engine Replacement from 2019-08-24T20:42:57

Ron starts this episode taking a call from an older listener whose engine failed in a 16 year old vehicle, and rather than buy a different vehicle, had the engine replaced – and wants to know if sh...

The Car Doctor - 8/24/19 - Forerunner Evaporator from 2019-08-24T20:41:27

Ron starts this episode by talking about his vacation week on Cape Cod and the classified ad that actually made him knock on a door : takes a call on an 03 Forerunner that needs its air conditionin...

The Car Doctor - 8/17/19 - Tailpipe Fibers from 2019-08-17T20:32:03

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 07 Nissan Sentra that vibrates on the passenger side between 50-60 MPH : takes a call on a 13 F150 with fibers coming from the tailpipe : takes a call on a...

The Car Doctor - 8/17/19 - Focus Transmission Clutch from 2019-08-17T20:30:33

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 14 Ford Focus that has been in several times for the transmission clutch issue and wants to discuss the recent lawsuit about this issue : takes a call on an...

The Car Doctor - 8/10/19 - Range Rover Randomly Racing from 2019-08-10T20:34:57

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 85 Silverado with a question on the alternator : takes a call on an 01 Chevy 3500 with reduced engine power : takes a call on an 08 Range Rover that random...

The Car Doctor - 8/10/19 - Why You Change A Part from 2019-08-10T20:33:19

Ron starts this episode talking about knowing why you’re changing a part and not changing it “just because” : talks about the 04 VW Golf that came into his shop this week with a bad cooling system ...

The Car Doctor - 8/3/19 - Sonata Engine Failure from 2019-08-03T20:36:52

Ron starts this episode talking about accidentally diagnosing Mike, the board operator’s car today, and diagnosis in general : talks about the Honda that came into the shop with no oil in the engin...

The Car Doctor - 8/3/19 - Traverse That Bucks from 2019-08-03T20:35:17

Ron starts this episode talking about his latest certification class and his recent encounter with the service writers at a local Ford dealership : takes a call on an 11 Chevy Traverse that bucks a...

The Car Doctor - 7/27/19 - Starting an Auto Repair Business from 2019-07-27T20:41:08

Ron starts this episode talking about the value of used cars : takes a call from a listener looking to start an auto repair business : takes a call on an 09 Escape where the AC fan only works on po...

The Car Doctor - 7/27/19 - Baking Your Car from 2019-07-27T20:35:47

Ron starts this episode talking about the effects of baking your car in this weather : takes a call on a 97 Plymouth Voyager that has sticky fluid under it : takes a call on a 69 Camaro that is run...

The Car Doctor - 7/20/19 - Oil Change Intervals from 2019-07-20T20:25:46

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 86 Olds Cutlass Supreme where the caller is asking about the mass airflow sensor : takes a call on a 17 Ford Fusion with questions on oil change intervals ...

The Car Doctor - 7/20/19 - The 5% Rule from 2019-07-20T20:23:48

Ron starts this episode talking about the 5% rule : tells the story of an E150 van with 190,000 miles on it with the fast idle : takes a call from a listener who rode in a Tesla, and has questions ...

The Car Doctor - 7/13/19 - Last Minute Repairs from 2019-07-13T20:40:41

Ron starts this episode taking a call on TPMS sensors : takes a call on an 08 Honda Odyssey with a soft brake pedal : takes a call on a 17 GM pickup that had a no start condition : talks about doin...

The Car Doctor - 7/13/19 - Finding a New Mechanic from 2019-07-13T20:35:40

Ron starts this episode talking about the demise of the VW Beetle : takes a call regarding finding a new mechanic : takes a call on a 96 Chevy K1500 where the caller cannot get the timing set righ...

The Car Doctor - 7/6/19 - Fuel System Cleaners from 2019-07-06T20:44:02

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 92 Honda Civic and backup light problems : takes a call on a 17 Ford Fusion with general questions on fuel system cleaners : takes a call on an 01 Chevy Sub...

The Car Doctor - 7/6/19 - Differences Between Oils from 2019-07-06T20:41:53

Ron starts this episode talking about arguing with people in oil change places with a story of his daughter’s recent oil change experience and differences between oils : takes a call on a an 07 Mal...

The Car Doctor - 6/29/19 - F150 ABS Light from 2019-06-29T20:52:07

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 96 Chevy K1500 with a crank/no start condition : takes a call on an 07 F150 with an ABS light and a check engine light : takes a call on an 07 Jeep Grand Ch...

The Car Doctor - 6/29/19 - Older Car Maintenance from 2019-06-29T20:39:38

Ron starts this episode talking about building muscle cars and the differences between cars yesterday and today : takes a call on a 15 RAV4 whose wheels are heating up after a recent brake job : ta...

The Car Doctor - 6/22/19 - Town&Country Vuvuzela from 2019-06-22T20:34:18

Ron starts this episode talking about an 06 Lexus 470 LX that he worked on this week : takes a call on a 12 Town and Country that had it’s air conditioner replaced, and when turned on, it sounds li...

The Car Doctor - 6/22/19 - Run Flat Tires from 2019-06-22T20:32:37

Ron starts this episode talking about one of his customers that recently passed away, and had a massive collection of Matchbox cars : takes a call from someone asking Ron’s opinion on various SUV’s...

The Car Doctor - 6/15/19 - Buying Parts from Amazon from 2019-06-15T20:36:36

Ron starts this episode with a call asking his opinion on the purchase of a Toyota Tacoma or Nissan Frontier : takes a call asking Ron’s opinion on buying parts from places like Amazon : takes a ca...

The Car Doctor - 6/15/19 - Venza Warning Lights from 2019-06-15T20:35:04

Ron starts this episode talking about not seeing hybrid and electric cars breaking like gas powered cars : talks about the 09 Toyota Venza that he worked on this week with a bunch of warning lights...

The Car Doctor - 6/8/19 - 2009 Camry Alternator from 2019-06-08T20:33:15

Ron starts this episode talking about putting an alternator in a 2009 Toyota Camry : takes a call on an 05 Toyota Sienna that is going on a cross country trip and wants to know what should be done ...

The Car Doctor - 6/8/19 - Purchasing OEM Parts from 2019-06-08T20:31:33

Ron starts this episode with the story of the 19 year old Ford truck that needs an alternator : takes a call on a 17 Ford Edge where the caller says she’s basically “lazy” and wants to know how acc...

The Car Doctor - 6/1/19 - PT Cuiser Flashing Lights from 2019-06-01T20:29:41

Ron starts this hour with a call on an 09 PT Cruiser where all the lights on the dash start flashing, metering starts moving, bells go off, then the car stalls – and restarts and is fine : takes a ...

The Car Doctor - 6/1/19 - Insanity of Auto Repair from 2019-06-01T20:28:04

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 03 Honda Civic EX and a problem with overheating : talks to a gent who wants to talk about people doing stupid things on the road, like riding with their f...

The Car Doctor - 5/25/19 - Uncle Steve from 2019-05-25T20:32:03

Ron starts this episode with a call where the caller has questions on the Ford Eco-Boost engines : talks to a caller who wants Ron to come up with The 10 Commandments for Mechanics : and we re-run ...

The Car Doctor - 5/25/19 - Backwards Auto Parts from 2019-05-25T20:30:18

Ron starts this episode talking about the meaning of Memorial Day, and about the 06 Ford Focus that showed up at his shop this week with a check engine light on and a fast idle – so fast, it would ...

The Car Doctor - 5/18/19 - Brake Pads from 2019-05-18T20:43:04

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 18 Toyota RAV 4 where the caller asks what are the best brake pads for this vehicle : takes a call on an 85 Toyota Winnebago RV where the right rear axle i...

The Car Doctor - 5/18/19 - Holiday Travel from 2019-05-18T20:41:38

Ron starts this episode talking with Chuck Wanamaker about Car Show season and the upcoming Walwick, NJ: talks about the Lexus he worked on this week with the sunroof drainage problem : talks with ...

The Car Doctor - 5/11/19 - Lexus Brakes from 2019-05-11T20:38:54

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 03 Lexus EX300 and questions on brakes : takes a call about a car that was brought to a local shop for an oil change, and the shop found an oil leak that w...

The Car Doctor - 5/11/19 - Power Window Odyssey from 2019-05-11T20:35:31

Ron starts this episode talking about a call from last week’s show, where the caller kept getting water in his oil, and the Chrysler that came in with the rusting oil pan : takes a call on an 05 Ho...

The Car Doctor - 5/4/19 - Jeep Wrangler Tailgate from 2019-05-04T20:31:34

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 07 Jeep Compass with the wipers not working : takes a call on a 16 Chevy Cruise where oil is getting into the intake plenum : takes a call on an 04 Dodge H...

The Car Doctor - 5/4/19 - Mickey Mouse Visits from 2019-05-04T20:29:35

Ron starts this episode talking about his week with Mickey Mouse : takes a call on a 16 Nissan Frontier where the caller is questioning the need to replace the brake fluid at 20,000 miles : takes a...

The Car Doctor - 4/27/19 - The Honking Ford Edge from 2019-04-27T20:35:20

Ron starts this episode talking about a Ford F-250 XLT that came into his shop this week with air conditioning issues : takes a call on an 11 Ford Edge where the horn starts honking randomly, but o...

The Car Doctor - 4/27/19 - Surging Grand Am from 2019-04-27T20:33:16

Ron starts this episode talking about the 88 Lincoln Town Car that came into his shop this week, among other interesting cars he worked on this week : takes a call on an 02 Grand Am that surges 100...

The Car Doctor - 4/20/19 - Mustang Mass Airflow from 2019-04-20T20:35:56

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 06 Colorado with a P0171 code : takes a call on an 07 Jeep Compass with non working windshield wipers : takes a call on a 96 Mustang Couple with a mass air...

The Car Doctor - 4/20/19 - Corolla Air Bag Lights from 2019-04-20T20:34:08

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 06 Corolla where the airbag lights have come on, and has a discussion on scan tools : takes a call on an 06 PT Cruiser where the caller is looking for tips...

The Car Doctor - 4/13/19 - First Responder Dangers from 2019-04-13T20:36:57

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 87 Monte Carlo where the caller has trouble properly sealing the windows : takes a call on a 73 Javelin looking for advice on renovation : takes a call on ...

The Car Doctor - 4/13/19 - Am I A Good Mechanic from 2019-04-13T20:33:30

Ron starts this episode talking about where does the car repair go downhill : and talks about the woman who came into his shop and asked him if he were any good : takes a call from someone looking ...

The Car Doctor - 4/6/19 - Wrangler Trans Problems from 2019-04-06T21:03:34

Ron starts this episode talking about new Launch products : talks about a 10 Lincoln that was in his shop with 4 trouble codes : takes a call on a 12 Jeep Wrangler with transmission problems : take...

The Car Doctor - 4/6/19 - Mexico from 2019-04-06T20:59:55

Ron starts this episode talking to Paul Eisenstein of thedetroitbureau.com regarding the impact Mexico has on the auto industry : takes a call on an 18 F150 where the caller is asking about transmi...

The Car Doctor - 3/30/19 - 67 GTO Brakes from 2019-03-30T20:34:02

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 05 Nissan Pathfinder with a misfire code : takes a call on a 67 GTO with brake problems : takes a call on a 67 Caddy where it was found the spark plugs wer...

The Car Doctor - 3/30/19 - Neon Vibration from 2019-03-30T20:32:27

Ron starts this episode talking about a Subaru that came into the shop that had overheated : takes a call on an 04 Dodge Neon that just slips into a vibration, bad running mode : takes a call on bo...

The Car Doctor - 3/23/19 - Classic Car Insurance from 2019-03-23T20:34:19

Ron starts this episode with a question on diagnosis : takes a call from a caller with some thoughts on the 65 Mustang with the brake fluid issue : runs a contest with a question : takes a call on ...

The Car Doctor - 3/23/19 - 65 Mustang Brakes from 2019-03-23T20:33:01

Ron starts this episode talking about the front axle he replaced this week : takes a call on an 86 Olds Cutlass Supreme that is running way too rich and failed emissions : takes a call on an 06 PT ...

The Car Doctor - 3/16/19 - The GMC That Stalls from 2019-03-16T20:45:13

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 06 Honda CRV and an ABS problem : takes a call on a 90 GMC 2500 plow truck that stalls out after it warms up : takes a call on an 08 Jeep Wrangler that has...

The Car Doctor - 3/16/19 - The Parts Problem from 2019-03-16T20:41:56

Ron starts this episode talking about the “parts problem” of OEM, aftermarket, and white box parts : takes a call on a 15 Toyota Sienna that blew an engine at 44K miles – Toyota is not honoring the...

The Car Doctor - 3/9/19 - Mechanic Rip Off from 2019-03-09T21:39:19

Ron starts this episode by continuing a call on a 99 Suburban where the caller thinks his mechanic is ripping him off : takes a call on a 04 E500 Mercedes where all the dash lights come on after he...

The Car Doctor - 3/9/19 - 99 Impala Throttle Position Sensor from 2019-03-09T21:37:55

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 09 Impala that had it’s throttle position sensor replaced on a recall from Chevy – still has the problem : takes a call on an 09 Nissan Rogue with a door l...

The Car Doctor - 3/2/19 - 11 Edge Reflash from 2019-03-02T21:32:20

Ron starts this episode with the story of an 11 Ford Edge that was sent in for a reflash of the PCM : takes a call on a 99 Dodge Intrepid that is blowing cold air : takes a call on a 12 Acura askin...

The Car Doctor - 3/2/19 - Silverado Rumbling Tire from 2019-03-02T21:30:39

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 82 Ford F100 where the caller is looking for a proportioning valve for the brakes : takes a call on a 99 Silverado with a rumbling from the left front tire...

The Car Doctor - 2/23/19 - Tesla Batteries Dying from 2019-02-23T21:34:29

Ron starts this episode by talking about Tesla batteries dying in cold weather : takes a call on a 13 Honda Civic and questions on routine maintenance : takes a call on a 19 Lincoln Continental tha...

The Car Doctor - 2/23/19 - 13 Focus Subwoofer from 2019-02-23T21:32:23

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 13 Ford Focus where the caller is trying to install a subwoofer amp and cannot get figure out how to get through the firewall : takes a call where the calle...

The Car Doctor - 2/16/19 - Plastic In Cars from 2019-02-16T21:41:38

Ron starts this episode talking about plastic in cars : takes a call on an 11 Subaru Outback where, after an oil change, the clock won’t set : takes a call on an 04 E150 where a spark plug literall...

The Car Doctor - 2/16/19 - The Camaro Big Block from 2019-02-16T21:39:25

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 68 Camaro big block where the caller has issues with possibly vacuum or timing : takes a call from a return caller following up on his battery problem who a...

The Car Doctor - 2/9/19 - Replacing a Charcoal Canister from 2019-02-09T21:32:40

Ron starts this episode with a call about a 17 Fusion with sync device problems : takes a call on a 14 Honda CRV where the caller would like to replace the present power mirrors with heated mirrors...

The Car Doctor - 2/9/19 - Honda Odyssey Broken Springs from 2019-02-09T21:30:58

Ron starts this episode with a call about putting remote start on an 18 Toyota Corolla, and a clicking sound when pressing on the brakes : takes a call on an 03 Lexus with a burning oil smell : tak...

The Car Doctor - 2/2/19 - An Overcharged Battery from 2019-02-02T22:01:23

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 92 F250 where the caller thinks the battery has overcharged : takes a call on a 15 Chevy Silverado 1500 where the vehicle powers down on an attempt to accel...

The Car Doctor - 2/2/19 - Severe Cold Weather from 2019-02-02T22:00:06

Ron starts this episode talking about the severe cold weather and talks to Ken Martin, Operations Manager of our affiliate WANT in Watertown, NY where they got between 3-6 feet of snow all in one s...

The Car Doctor - 1/26/19 - Strange Flat Tire from 2019-01-26T21:38:55

Ron starts this episode talking about a strange flat tire brought in for repair : takes a call on an 06 Dodge RAM with catalyst and O2 sensor errors, but no codes : takes a call on an 18 Tiguan ask...

The Car Doctor - 1/26/19 - Starting a Diagnosis from 2019-01-26T21:37:13

Ron starts this episode stating that he thinks when he drives, and how to start a diagnosis – by talking about the 2012 Lincoln with non working electric mirrors : takes a call on an 04 Ranger with...

The Car Doctor - 1/19/19 - 94 Chevy Sludge from 2019-01-19T21:51:31

Ron starts this episode by taking a call about updating a gps in a 13 Jeep Grand Cherokee : takes a call on a 94 Chevy ½ ton pickup with a sludge problem : takes a call on heating and cooling in el...

The Car Doctor - 1/19/19 - Programming Cars from 2019-01-19T21:49:56

Ron starts this episode talking about programming cars and airbags : takes a call on a 2000 Dodge 2500 whose gas mileage dropped drastically after a tune up : takes a call on a 93 Saturn that hesit...

The Car Doctor - 1/12/19 - What Makes A Positive Repair from 2019-01-12T21:36:26

Ron starts this episode by talking about doing interior work and what makes a good positive repair : takes a call on Florida repairs : takes a call on an 08 Nissan Frontier and questions on proper ...

The Car Doctor - 1/12/19 - Honda Civic Transmission from 2019-01-12T21:34:32

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 02 Honda Civic that is having a used transmission put into it asking how to get the best life out of it : takes a call on a 96 Chrysler New Yorker asking ab...

The Car Doctor - 1/5/19 - Ford Technology from 2019-01-05T21:48:49

Ron starts this episode talking about the radio show and going to the deli this morning : then talks about how customers fail : takes a call from a listener wanting to comment on Ron’s comments on ...

The Car Doctor - 1/5/19 - The Red Tesla from 2019-01-05T21:47:13

Ron starts this episode talking about Volvo John, the former Volvo parts manager here in Jersey, who also went to work for Tesla, and Tesla being a magician : then talks about the lady with the red...

The Car Doctor - 12/29/18 - Spending On Your Car from 2018-12-29T21:47:42

Ron starts this episode talking about the illusion auto repair and what makes us comfortable to spend money on a car : discusses the problem with Tom’s daughter’s car (and the 10 replaced fuses) : ...

The Car Doctor - 12/29/18 - Technician Shortage from 2018-12-29T21:46:12

Ron starts this episode talking about inspection expiration dates in New Jersey : takes a call on a 2000 Infinity I 30 that has severe carbon build up every 3 months : talks with Owen Proctor of Th...

The Car Doctor - 12/22/18 - Sonoma with No Heat from 2018-12-22T22:00:04

Ron starts this episode talking about a vehicle he worked on this week that required extensive work – and he couldn’t get the lug nuts loose : takes a call on an 01 GMC Sonoma with no heat : takes ...

The Car Doctor - 12/22/18 - Recycled Rides from 2018-12-22T21:58:04

Ron starts this episode talking about his upcoming trip to the North Pole to help Santa – takes a call on an 08 Kia Rio with a P0501 error code : takes a call from a listener looking to purchase an...

The Car Doctor - 12/15/18 - The Whining Power Steering System from 2018-12-15T21:36:30

Ron starts this episode talking about the 2010 Cadillac DTS with a whining power steering system : takes a call on an 05 Chrysler Town and Country van : takes a call on an 82 Chevy S10 with driveli...

The Car Doctor - 12/15/18 - AAA Holiday Safety from 2018-12-15T21:34:40

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 10 Chevy Equinox that appears to go into limp mode : takes a call on a 2000 Chevy pickup that doesn’t want to start when it’s cold : talks to Tamra Johnson,...

The Car Doctor - 12/8/18 - 96 Camry Oil Leak from 2018-12-08T21:41:09

Ron starts this episode talking to a Ford Master Tech from Minnesota regarding emergency preparedness : takes a call on an 07 Impala that starts and runs fine, then starts hesitating and the tach g...

The Car Doctor - 12/8/18 - The Power of Technology from 2018-12-08T21:37:21

Ron starts this episode talking about the power of technology in auto repair : takes a call on a 96 F150 with an air conditioning leak and a rear end issue : takes a call on an 05 VW Beetle that ha...

The Car Doctor - 12/1/18 - Silverado 4WD Fault from 2018-12-01T21:31:31

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 08 Chevy Silverado Crew Cab that has a 4 wheel drive fault : takes a call on an 07 Impala with heat problems : takes a call on an 04 Honda Odyssey whose ba...

The Car Doctor - 12/1/18- The GM Layoffs from 2018-12-01T21:28:17

Ron starts this episode with a story of a Jeep with auto aiming headlights – takes a call on a 2000 Ford Excursion that is literally blowing plugs out of the head : takes a call on a 2000 Camry whe...

The Car Doctor - 11/24/18 - Encore from Dec. 2017 from 2018-11-24T21:20:04

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The Car Doctor - 11/17/18 - The AAPEX Show from 2018-11-17T21:31:02

Ron starts this episode discussing his statements regarding the John Deere Right to Repair issue : takes a call on an 05 Beetle with a P0098 code : interviews Mark Bogdansky on the AAPEX show : tak...

The Car Doctor - 11/17/18 - Immobilize Mode from 2018-11-17T21:29:53

Ron starts this episode starts talking about his week, his networking class and this week’s snowstorm : takes a call on a 10 Honda CRV with the caller looking for maintenance tips with winter comin...

The Car Doctor - 11/10/18 - The 02 Honda Slipping Tranny from 2018-11-10T21:40:48

Ron starts this episode talks about a possible Ford and VW collaboration : takes a call on an 02 Honda Civic with a slipping tranny : takes a call on an 06 Pontiac Grand Prix that is not shifting i...

The Car Doctor - 11/10/18 - Momma Marcazo and her 05 Saturn from 2018-11-10T21:39:22

Ron starts this episode talking about his 72 Monte Carlo and Momma Marcazo and her 05 Saturn : takes a call on a 14 Toyota RAV 4 making a popping noise when the brakes are applied : takes a call on...

The Car Doctor - 11/3/18 - Romance of the Automobile from 2018-11-03T20:56:21

Ron starts this episode talking about the romance of the automobile and things like 3D printing car parts in the future : takes a call on an 86 Olds Cutlass Supreme with a question on replacing the...

The Car Doctor - 11/3/18 - Don't Worry About the TPS Light from 2018-11-03T20:54:59

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 2010 RAV 4 with a tire warning light on – and her hubby says “don’t worry about it” : takes a call on a 10 Grand Marquis and a 10 Dodge Caravan with questio...

The Car Doctor - 10/27/18 - The Ford Edge White Puddle from 2018-10-27T20:31:20

Ron starts this episode with a question on tires for a 10 Honda CRV : takes a call on an 01 Sonoma that has an ABS light after an engine swap : takes a call on a 14 BMW X3 with questions on the bat...

The Car Doctor - 10/27/18 - Chrysler Blowing Brake Bulbs from 2018-10-27T20:29:57

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 05 Chrysler Town and Country that is blowing brake light bulbs on the left side : takes a call on a 96 Ford F150 with a vibration in the accelerator pedal ...

The Car Doctor - 10/20/18 - Technology In Cars from 2018-10-20T20:32:41

Ron starts this episode talking about technology and changes in cars : takes a call on a 10 Lincoln Town Car Signature where the passenger side power window no longer works : discusses OBD2 : answe...

The Car Doctor - 10/20/18 - A VW Electric? from 2018-10-20T20:31:07

Ron starts this episode talking about electric cars and the recent VW electric spot – that features a Chevy : takes a call from a caller looking to shut off the speed limit audible warning on the n...

The Car Doctor - 10/13/18 - 65 VW Beetle Charging System from 2018-10-13T20:36:05

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 05 VW Beetle 1.8L Turbo that doesn’t want to charge : takes a call on a 65 VW Beetle and a 93 VW Rabbit – the 65 has a question on the charging system, the...

The Car Doctor - 10/13/18 - Backup Camera Problems from 2018-10-13T20:34:18

Ron starts this episode takes a call on fuel getting into the oil on 2018 Hondas : takes a call on an 11 Tahoe with a backup camera problem : takes a call on an 08 Highlander that has an old spare ...

The Car Doctor - 10/6/18 - Rough Shifting from 2018-10-06T20:42:48

Ron starts this episode with a call on a with a bad shift between 1st and second : takes a call on an 04 Pontiac Sunfire where the caller can’t get gas into it : takes a call on a 10 Mercedes S350 ...

The Car Doctor - 10/6/18 - The Accident Vehicle from 2018-10-06T20:41:17

Ron starts this episode talking about his week in the shop and things that went wrong, and the story of the Honda where nothing but the horn worked : talks about a Ford Fusion with a strange squea...

The Car Doctor - 9/29/18 - Smokey The Heated Mirror from 2018-09-29T20:37:31

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 04 Jeep Grand Cherokee where the heated mirror is overheating : takes a call on a 95 Corvette and how to get around the security system : takes a call from...

The Car Doctor - 9/29/18 - 91 Bronco, No Fuel Pressure from 2018-09-29T20:35:54

Ron starts this episode talks about his new vehicle : takes a call on a 91 Bronco that is not holding fuel pressure : answers an email about his new vehicle, Ford v Chevy : takes a call on a 13 Jee...

The Car Doctor - 9/22/18 - My Right Front Axle Popped Out from 2018-09-22T20:33:22

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 06 Ford Explorer with an overheating issue : takes a call on an 04 Honda Element with AC that’s not cooling : takes a call on an 05 Chrysler Town and Count...

The Car Doctor - 9/22/18 - Right To Repair from 2018-09-22T20:32:10

Ron starts this episode talking about John Deere allowing only their technicians to service their products and the “right to repair” in general : takes a call on a 98 Chevy 5.7L pickup with a P0171...

The Car Doctor - 9/15/18 - Cupping Tires on a Honda CRV from 2018-09-15T20:31:48

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 11 Honda CRV that is cupping the tires : follows up with a mechanic from Maine on an 08 Malibu Classic that won’t start : talks to Jason Searl of Johnson C...

The Car Doctor - 9/15/18 - The 69 Jag Misfire from 2018-09-15T20:30:22

Ron starts this episode with the story of a 13 Subaru Legacy with a fuel leak : takes a call on a 69 Jag with a slight misfire : takes a call on a 15 Chevy Cruise that has already lost a coil pack ...

The Car Doctor - 9/8/18 - 83 Olds Timing Chain from 2018-09-08T20:28:39

Ron starts this episode with a call on a timing chain on an 83 Olds 98 : takes a call from a listener looking for direction on buying a Mercury Marquis between 2005-2009 : takes a call on an 08 Mal...

The Car Doctor - 9/8/18 - Things That Go Wrong from 2018-09-08T20:27:17

Ron starts this episode talking about the things that go wrong when you least expect it – his Suburban broke : takes a return call on a 2006 Camry that is skipping : takes a call on a 13 Honda Civi...

The Car Doctor - 9/1/18 - Honda Accord Timing Chain from 2018-09-01T20:33:17

Ron starts this episode talking about the Legacy with the 100K CVT transmission : takes a call on a 08 Honda Accord that had its timing chain replaced and now won’t run : answers an email about cl...

The Car Doctor - 9/1/18 - Honda Accord Pulls Right from 2018-09-01T20:31:46

Ron starts this episode talking about the use of common sense talking about his week : takes a call where the caller is looking for the wiring color code on an 11 Toyota Avalon to wire in a trailer...

The Car Doctor - 8/25/18 - The Isuzu 4WD Light from 2018-08-25T20:32:05

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 14 Ford Focus that is running rough : takes a call on an 01 60th anniversary Jeep Wrangler with questions on fuel storage : takes a call on an 04 Isuzu Rod...

The Car Doctor - 8/25/18 - Mercedes Power Steering from 2018-08-25T20:30:40

Ron starts this episode with a call on a Mercedes ML320 where the power steering is fairly tight when turned to the right : takes a call on an 07 Hyundai Azera that sometimes does not recognize its...

The Car Doctor - 8/18/18 - I Hear You Knocking from 2018-08-18T20:39:08

Ron starts this episode talking about the dumb repair of the week : takes a call on an 08 Hyundai Accent that is knocking : takes a call on a 69 Chevelle that needs brake fluid : takes a call on an...

The Car Doctor - 8/18/18 - The Legally Blind Driver from 2018-08-18T19:46:06

Ron starts this episode with a call from a long time listener who is legally blind, but used to drive numerous cars around his cornfield – always a good call : takes a call on an 07 F-150 with an a...

The Car Doctor - 8/11/18 - Camry Hesitation from 2018-08-11T20:26:15

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 06 Camry with a hesitation : takes a call on an 04 Olds Alero that revs to 5,000 RPM when started in hot weather : takes a call on an 83 Camaro that stalls...

The Car Doctor - 8/11/18 - The Classic Car Auction from 2018-08-11T19:56:35

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 2013 Ford F-150 that is in failure mode : takes a call on a 2017 F-250 6.2L gas engine where the caller is looking for more trailer pulling power : takes a ...

The Car Doctor - 8/4/18 - The Dry Kia Sorrento from 2018-08-04T20:30:33

Ron starts this episode taking a call on a 15 Kia Sorrento that sounds like the engine is dry on start up : takes a call on a 12 Ford Escape that “hitches” between 20-25 MPH up a hill : takes a cal...

The Car Doctor - 8/4/18 - Three TPMS Cars from 2018-08-04T19:56:39

Ron starts this episode with the story of the three TPMS cars in his shop this week : takes a call on an 05 Dodge Neon with a P274 code : takes a call on an 89 Olds Toronado Trofeo where the CRT in...

The Car Doctor - 7/28/18 - Life or Death from 2018-07-28T20:31:38

Ron starts this episode with a story about life and death with a key breaking off in the lock cylinder : takes a call on a 87 Ford E-150 that has a transmission problem : takes a call with a broken...

The Car Doctor - 7/28/18 - The Subaru Tire Patch from 2018-07-28T20:30:17

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 15 Subaru Legacy with a tire that can’t be patched and how the dealer handled it : takes a call on an 18 Corolla and questions on the service intervals : ta...

The Car Doctor - 7/21/18 - The 84 Escort That Won't Start from 2018-07-21T20:24:56

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 89 Escort that won’t start until it is primed : answers an email regarding self driving cars in the UK : takes a call regarding the air conditioning call f...

The Car Doctor - 7/21/18 - The 92 Tercel Oil Pressure Problem from 2018-07-21T19:48:22

Ron starts this episode talking about the work load at the shop, and a conversation he had recently in Woodstock, NY with a gentlemen from China and a discussion of cars there : takes a call on a 9...

The Car Doctor - 7/14/18 - The Fusion Battery Drain from 2018-07-14T20:34:07

Ron starts this episode talking about car inspections : takes a call on the 02 Ranger air conditioning problem from a caller with a similar condition on a different vehicle : takes a call on a 17 F...

The Car Doctor - 7/14/18 - Diagnostic Time from 2018-07-14T19:58:34

Ron starts this episode with the story of the automatic temp control in an 03 Grand Marquis and the time spent to diagnose it : takes a call from a listener asking if Ron prefers working on the old...

The Car Doctor - 7/7/18 - Brake Rotors from 2018-07-07T20:39:02

Ron starts this episode talking about Tesla : takes a call from a 26 year old woman about buying a car : answers a question about towing with a CVT transmission : talks about determining tire size ...

The Car Doctor - 7/7/18 - A 16 Year Old Driver from 2018-07-07T19:55:16

Ron starts this episode with a phone call on an 06 Nissan Xterra with an overheating problem : takes a call on an 03 Honda Element where the left rear brake calipers hung up and wore the brake pad ...

The Car Doctor - 6/30/18 - The 76 Olds Starting Problem from 2018-06-30T20:43:12

Ron starts this episode talks about self driving cars : takes a call on a 76 Oldsmobile that starts when temps are cool, but then doesn’t run correctly above about 80 degrees : takes a call on an 2...

The Car Doctor - 6/30/18 - The Plugged A/C Drain from 2018-06-30T20:00:15

Ron starts this episode talking about the plugged drain in an air conditioning system : takes a call on an 09 Chevy Tahoe with a service airbag light on, and his scan tool does not read the airbag ...

The Car Doctor - 6/23/18 - Autonomous Car Rant from 2018-06-23T20:25:30

Ron starts this episode ranting about the upcoming autonomous vehicle test in Boston : takes a call on a 13 Chevy Tahoe Hybrid with cut cables and a dealer wanting $3000 to replace the harnesses : ...

The Car Doctor - 6/23/18 - Pile On Week from 2018-06-23T19:45:25

Ron starts this episode talking about his “pile on” week, where cars just kept coming in : takes a call from a listener looking to get a scan tool for his 2014 Nissan Sentra : takes a call on a 20...

The Car Doctor - 6/16/18 - Squeaking Brakes from 2018-06-16T20:35:49

Ron starts this episode taking a call on an 08 Kia Rio that his misfire codes : takes a call on an 09 Nissan Altima with squeaking brakes : takes a call on a 98 Chevy Pickup with lean mix error cod...

The Car Doctor - 6/16/18 - That "Uh-Oh" Moment from 2018-06-16T20:26:25

Ron starts this episode talking about the “uh-oh” moment when fixing a car : takes a call on a 92 Toyota Camper with light problems : takes a call on an 06 Buick Lucerne with a leaking oil pan gask...

The Car Doctor - 6/9/18 - Emotions and Car Repair from 2018-06-09T20:29:02

Ron starts this episode talking about keeping your emotions out of repairing your car : discusses Dad SOS calls with cars : takes a call on car restoration places : takes a call on a 99 Volvo S10 w...

The Car Doctor - 6/9/18 - Changes in the ASE Tests from 2018-06-09T20:00:54

Ron starts this episode talking about the recent ASE test he took and how it’s geared toward electrical questions : takes a call on an 02 Pontiac Grand Prix that has both a mode actuator door probl...

The Car Doctor - 6/2/18 - Be Like Columbo from 2018-06-02T20:32:20

Ron starts this episode stating that you need to be like Columbo with auto repair with a story on an 03 GMC Yukon that would stall on right hand turns : takes a call on an 09 Sienna with a periodic...

The Car Doctor - 6/2/18 - The 38 Willys Coupe from 2018-06-02T19:51:29

Ron starts this episode with a call from someone whose son just graduated and is looking for a car – and is looking for suggestions : takes a call on an 03 Subaru Forrester where the AC compressor ...

The Car Doctor - 5/26/18 - Fiat Chrysler Cruise Control from 2018-05-26T20:28:08

Ron starts this episode talking about an article stating that Fiat-Chrysler is recalling 4 Million vehicles because the cruise control does not shut off : takes a call on a 14 Camry that started li...

The Car Doctor - 5/26/18 - The Caprice Brake Pedal from 2018-05-26T19:41:54

Ron starts this episode interviewing Chuck Wanamaker regarding the upcoming Waldwick car show : takes a call on a 74 Chevy Caprice where the brake pedal sticks down : takes a call on an 05 Chrysler...

The Car Doctor - 5/19/18 - The 65 Beetle from 2018-05-19T20:33:07

Ron starts this episode taking a call on a 2012 Camry where the drivers window comes down half way after putting it up : takes a call from a caller with an interesting viewpoint on autonomous cars ...

The Car Doctor - 5/19/18 - The Start of Route 66 from 2018-05-19T20:31:37

Ron starts this episode talking about Route 66, and a thermostat repair : takes a call on an 07 Saturn Ion with an acceleration problem : takes a call on an 07 Toyota RAV4 with tips on how to keep ...

The Car Doctor - 5/12/18 - The Low Idle Lexus from 2018-05-12T20:35:47

Ron starts this episode about a Lexus coming into the shop with low idle : takes a call on a 94 Silverado where the caller is having trouble starting it after changing the head gaskets : and calls ...

The Car Doctor - 5/12/18 - Pontiac Front Brake Lockup from 2018-05-12T20:34:13

Ron starts this episode talking about a 2007 Pontiac that came into the shop with its left front brake locking up : takes a call on a 97 Silverado with a steering problem that Ron helped solve : ta...

The Car Doctor - 5/5/18 - Maintenance Saves $5000 from 2018-05-05T20:30:30

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 99 Ranger whose AC/heat fan only works on high : takes a call on a 16 Charger SRT where the callers oil change saved him $5,000 : tells the story of a Kia t...

The Car Doctor - 5/5/18 - The Chevy with No Comm to the Trans Module from 2018-05-05T19:50:28

Ron starts this episode with the story of the 2003 Chevy Silverado diesel that had no communication with the trans module and what the problem was : takes a call on a 99 Volvo C70 with acceleration...

The Car Doctor - 4/28/18 - Ford Abandons Sedans from 2018-04-28T20:40:07

Ron starts this episode talking about Ford abandoning sedans : takes a call on an 18 Sienna and the manufacturer’s suggested oil change interval of 20,000 miles : takes a call from the owner of a r...

The Car Doctor - 4/28/18 - Internet Scams from 2018-04-28T20:38:27

Ron starts this episode talking about Carpenter Bob’s truck where the engine failed, and the scams perpetrated on finding its replacement – buyer beware : takes a call from a listener looking to di...

The Car Doctor - 4/21/18 - The Smoke Test from 2018-04-21T20:30:58

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 96 Ford E-150 with a non working cruise control : takes a call discussing using LP gas in a cold environment (Minnesota) : takes a call on an 07 Hyundai Son...

The Car Doctor - 4/21/18 - Finding A Good Mechanic from 2018-04-21T19:53:47

Ron starts this episode talking about finding a good mechanic and a tribute to Ken Dolan of The Dolans who passed on recently : takes a call on a 15 Subaru Legacy with questions on 3 year service :...

The Car Doctor - 4/14/18 - Opening Your Own Shop from 2018-04-14T20:30:59

Ron starts this episode with a note from a Toyota Master Tech regarding customer service and opening his own shop : takes a call on an 03-04 Windstar regarding recalls and an 04-05 Odyssey asking a...

The Car Doctor - 4/14/18 - Interviewing a Mechanic from 2018-04-14T19:49:21

Ron starts this episode talking about how to interview a mechanic : takes a call on an 07 Silverado that has dragging brakes : takes a call on an 04 Tahoe where the caller is looking to replace the...

The Car Doctor - 4/7/18 - Roadtrip to Nowhere from 2018-04-07T20:36

Ron starts this episode talking about Gardner Exhaust in Rhinebeck, NY, a company that makes exhaust systems for muscle cars, and his roadtrip to nowhere : takes a call on an 11 RAM 2500 with a tra...

The Car Doctor - 4/7/18 - The Variety of Technology from 2018-04-07T19:50:25

Ron starts this episode talking about the crazy things he works on daily and the variety of technology in cars today : takes a call on an 05 Toyota RAV 4 with a rattle from the engine : takes a cal...

The Car Doctor - 3/31/18 - Bucking in a 96 Chrysler from 2018-03-31T20:27:54

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 86 Cutlass with high hydrocarbons : takes a call on a 97 K1500 with power steering issues : takes a call with questions on how accessible vehicle electroni...

The Car Doctor - 3/31/18 - Rant: Self Driving Cars from 2018-03-31T19:49:34

Ron starts this episode with a rant on self driving cars : takes a call on a 10 Camry with an intermittent blower problem : takes a call on an 06 Jeep Liberty with a question on the odometer : take...

The Best of The Car Doctor - 3/24/18 - Hour 2 from 2018-03-24T20:45:04

Ron is not feeling well this week, so we present The Best of The Car Doctor. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

The Best of The Car Doctor - 3/24/18 - Hour 1 from 2018-03-24T19:45:04

Ron is not feeling well this week, so we present a best of show. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

The Car Doctor - 3/17/18 - The TST Big Event Part 2 from 2018-03-17T21:43:32

Ron broadcasts from the TST Big Event in Westchester, NY, talking to persons who train auto technicians on the latest technology. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwo...

The Car Doctor - 3/17/18 - The TST Big Event Part 1 from 2018-03-17T21:41:21

Ron broadcasts from the TST Big Event in Westchester, NY, talking to various persons who train auto technicians on the latest technology. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodc...

The Car Doctor - 3/10/18 - The Jeep Is Fixed! from 2018-03-10T21:40:03

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 06 Tundra and questions on the fuel system : takes a call on a 98 Jeep with an ongoing problem with bad acceleration that the caller has finally fixed : ta...

The Car Doctor - 3/10/18 - Nissan Transmission Recalls from 2018-03-10T21:02:06

Ron starts this episode stating that you need to be out of your mind to fix cars – and tells the continuing saga of his Ford Ranger : takes a call on an 11 Nissan Altima with questions on transmiss...

The Car Doctor - 3/3/18 - The Headrest Airbag from 2018-03-03T21:35:32

Ron starts this episode talking about a caller with a vehicle that the dealership told her she needed to replace the headrest and an airbag issue – who brought it to Ron’s shop : takes a cll on an ...

The Car Doctor - 3/3/2018 - Sealed Transmissions from 2018-03-03T21:03:12

Ron starts this episode talking about the two vehicles he worked on this week that involved brakes and trust in mechanics over safety items : takes a call on a 2009 BMW with a question on sealed tr...

The Car Doctor - 2/24/18 - Dropping the Tranny Pan on a Highlander from 2018-02-24T21:34:41

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 06 Toyota Highlander where the listener is trying to drop the transmission pan and he also has a cooling system question : takes a call on a battery for a ...

The Car Doctor - 2/24/18 - Squeaky Brakes on a Dodge Caliper from 2018-02-24T20:23:53

Ron starts this episode talking about his Suburban transmission replacement and his week at the shop, and the corroded wire on top of the gas tank : takes a call on a 12 Dodge Caliber that has sque...

The Car Doctor - 2/17/18 - The F150 with Multiple Misfires from 2018-02-17T22:00:31

Ron starts this episode taking a call on a 10 Ford F150 with multiple cylinder misfires : takes a call on an 10 Ford E350 with a rough start : takes a call on an 05 Yukon Denali that has possible s...

The Car Doctor - 2/17/18 - The Difficulty Walking Into A Repair Shop from 2018-02-17T20:43:37

Ron starts this episode talking about why it’s difficult to walk into a repair shop : takes a call on a 2000 Toyota Sienna where the listener can’t pump gas into it and talks with the caller : take...

The Car Doctor - 2/10/18 - Dumb Design from 2018-02-10T21:26:55

Ron starts this episode talking about dumb design : answers an email on grades of GM parts – what is the difference in quality? : takes a calls on self driving cars. Learn more about your ad-choic...

The Car Doctor - 2/10/18 - The Car That Caught Fire from 2018-02-10T20:43:15

Ron starts this episode talking about his week and the car that caught fire : takes a call on a 05 Chevy Tahoe with questions on how to properly change the coolant : takes a call on a 98 Jeep that ...

The Car Doctor - 2/3/18 from 2018-02-03T21:33:42

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 96 Lexus LS450 that is hard braking : takes a call on a 96 Dodge RAM 1500 where the blower only works on high speed – and the caller has changed the resisto...

The Car Doctor - 2/3/18 - The Toyota Sienna AWD Failure from 2018-02-03T20:50:07

Ron starts this episode talking about numerous items at the shop this week : talks about the 2012 Toyota Sienna AWD failure : takes a call on an 06 Honda Odyssey with a power window issue : takes a...

The Car Doctor - 1/27/18 - Integration of Voice Technology from 2018-01-27T21:37:57

Ron starts this episode talking about integration of cars with voice technology : takes a call on an 87 Buick Grand National with a power antenna problem : answers an email on a 98 Dodge RAM that h...

The Car Doctor - 1/27/18 - The Mushy Brake Pedal from 2018-01-27T20:51:41

Ron starts this episode with the story of the mushy brake pedal on a 2008 Ford Expedition : takes a call on how to prevent corrosion on a vehicle : takes a call on a 98 Jeep Cherokee that has probl...

The Car Doctor - 1/20/18 - The Tempo Power Steering Leak from 2018-01-20T21:29:24

Ron starts this episode talking about an article on electric cars from BMW and Volvo : takes a call on a 93 Ford Tempo that has a massive power steering leak, and a Cadillac Broughm with transmissi...

The Car Doctor - 1/20/18 - The Lancer That "Runs" from 2018-01-20T21:01:46

Ron starts the episode with a call on an 05 Mitsubishi Lancer that starts and runs at idle, but will not increase RPM : talks about how to diagnose a curb slide : takes a call on a 2001 Dodge 2500 ...

The Car Doctor - 1/13/18 - What's the Weather? from 2018-01-13T21:21:22

Ron starts talking about the weather and why that’s important : takes a call on a 99 Ford F250 Super Duty where the coolant level fluctuates : Ron talks about how the weather affects your car : tal...

The Car Doctor - 1/13/18 - The Forrester and the Cat Code from 2018-01-13T21:04:30

Ron starts this episode talking about the weird end to the week in his shop : takes a call on a 98 Jeep Cherokee where the transmission speed sensor was changed, and now the engine does not run cor...

The Car Doctor - 1/6/18 - The Misfiring Land Cruiser from 2018-01-06T21:31:12

Ron starts the episode with a call on an 01 Toyota Land Cruiser with a misfire and a flashing check engine light : talks to a Ford Master Mechanic on winter tips : takes a call on an 09 F150 on flu...

The Car Doctor - 1/6/18 - Winter Driving from 2018-01-06T20:49:26

Ron starts the episode with comments on safety issues in very cold winter weather : talks about Nissan developing a self driving car by using brain waves : takes a call regarding E10 gasoline and u...

The Car Doctor - 12/30/17 - A Malibu That Drains The Battery from 2017-12-30T21:33:07

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 06 Malibu that is draining the battery after 10 hours : has a discussion about aftermarket parts versus OEM parts : talks with Mike Schlup of K-Seal : and t...

The Car Doctor - 12/30/17 - The Dodge That Randomly Shuts Off from 2017-12-30T21:31:16

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 2010 Dodge RAM 2500 that is randomly shutting off after warmup : takes a call on an Audio RX7 and questions on labor rates : talks about his late father in ...

The Car Doctor - 12/23/17 - Dealing with a Moaner and Groaner from 2017-12-23T22:00:33

This is a Best Of episode of The Car Doctor from September 9, 2017. Ron talks about what it takes to be a good mechanic - and dealing with moaner and groaner customers - tells the story of the Maz...

The Car Doctor - 12/23/17 - The Elves Abduct Ron from 2017-12-23T21:57:41

Tony and Tom arrive at the studio to find that the elves have abducted Ron to the North Pole to help Santa, but Ron has left interviews with Diablo Sport and Bosch, as well as his Night Before Chri...

The Car Doctor - 12/16/17 - The 89 Bronco That Dies from 2017-12-16T21:19:25

Ron starts this episode talking about Chinese tires : takes a call on an 89 Bronco that wants to die when cold or when the engine is loaded electrically : takes a call on a 14 Chevy Impala with a q...

The Car Doctor - 12/16/17 - The Honda Civic That Skips Gears from 2017-12-16T21:18

Ron starts this episode talking about the woman who calls looking for her car – and looking for a person that does not exist : talks about a 2000 Nissan Frontier that came through the door this wee...

The Car Doctor - 12/9/17 - Chinese Tires from 2017-12-09T21:18:55

Ron starts the episode with a call regarding a particular Chinese tire – takes a call from someone looking to buy a used pickup truck – talks to Tim McDonnell, Sr. Product Marketing Manager at Mitc...

The Car Doctor - 12/9/17 - Santa Calls In from 2017-12-09T20:28:06

Ron starts the episode with a call on a 13 Impala and questions on oils and filters – takes a call from the big man himself, Santa – takes a call looking for advice on how to interpret a voltmeter ...

The Car Doctor - 12/2/17 - Turbo Engines from 2017-12-02T21:16:55

Ron starts this episode with a caller wanting to discuss turbo engines : takes a call on an 06 Mustang that goes through alternators : takes a call on a 94 Buick Roadmaster with its anti theft ligh...

The Car Doctor - 12/2/17 - No Oil Pressure on Startup from 2017-12-02T20:52:08

Ron starts the episode with a call on an 03 GMC Sierra that shifts hard from 1st to 2nd : takes a call on a 99 Nissan Sentra and a comment on troubleshooting cat converters : talks about ignition ...

The Car Doctor - 11/25/17 - Winter Car Prep from 2017-11-25T21:16:53

Ron starts this episode with a call on a 2000 Excursion diesel with shifting problems after towing a trailer – takes some time talking about exhaust leaks – call on an 08 Tacoma that stalls and is ...

The Car Doctor - 11/25/17 - The Audi with the Dead Battery from 2017-11-25T20:42:46

Ron starts the episode with a return call on an 08 Audi A3 Quattro with a dead battery – takes a call on a 90 Bronco II that has an Explorer engine, transmission and rear end, and has poor gas mile...

The Car Doctor - 11/18/17 - Extracting A Rounded Off Bolt from 2017-11-18T21:17:12

Ron starts this episode with a all on a 99 Dodge Ram 2500 where the caller is trying to replace the crank position sensor and accidentally rounded off a bolt – takes a call on an 08 Chrysler Town a...

The Car Doctor - 11/18/17 - Changing An Audi Battery from 2017-11-18T20:24:10

Ron starts this episode with a call discussing replacing the battery on an 08 Audi A3 Quattro – takes a call on a 90 Ford F250 that is showing low oil pressure – talks about a VW he worked on this ...

The Car Doctor - 11/11/17 - The 99 Silverado That Won't Fire from 2017-11-11T21:17:15

This episode starts with a call on a 99 Silverado that turns over but doesn’t fire - answers an email on an 06 GMC Yukon with excessive tire ware - takes a call on a 2010 Honda Accord that burns o...

The Car Doctor - 11/11/17 - Finding A Water Leak from 2017-11-11T20:31:58

This episode starts with a call on an 05 Chevy Tahoe with a water leak in the cab – takes a call on a 94 Buick Regal Limited with no heat – call on a 99 GMC pickup that is intermittently hard shift...

The Car Doctor - 11/4/17 - The Dodge Avenger With 270K Miles from 2017-11-04T20:21:14

Ron starts with a phone call on an 09 Dodge Avenger with 270,000 miles and looking for maintenance advice – takes a call on an 88 Chevy Astro with transmission problems – call on 05 GMC Envoy with ...

The Car Doctor - 11/4/17 - Sludge In The Engine from 2017-11-04T19:59:51

Ron starts the episode with a call on an 87 Econoline Club Wagon with sludge in the engine – answers an email regarding devices on cars like collision avoidance systems – takes a call from a woman ...

The Car Doctor - Replacing The Timing Belt On A 99 Camry - 10/28/17 from 2017-10-28T20:18

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 01 VW Golf TDI Diesel and a P1556 code – call on an 05 F150 with overheating issues – interview with Robert McBride of AllData – call on 99 Camry where the...

The Car Doctor - The Obi-Wan Kenobi Moment- 10/28/17 from 2017-10-28T19:46:11

Ron starts the episode talking about “The Obi-Wan Kenobi Moment” – takes a call on an 01 Volvo S-40 with a shimmy at 60-70 MPH – takes a call on an 07 Impala with a check engine light and codes P01...

The Car Doctor - 10/21/17 - Autonomous Vehicles in Manhattan from 2017-10-21T20:15:48

Ron starts the episode talking about upcoming autonomous vehicle testing in Manhattan - takes a call on an 06 Buick Rainier and questions on the all wheel drive system - takes a call on a 99 Camry ...

The Car Doctor - 10/21/17 - The Hummer That Won't Shift Out Of Park from 2017-10-21T19:50:35

Ron starts the episode telling the stories of the Hummer that won't shift out of park, and the bad GM brake switch - takes a call on using an oil pan drain valve - takes a call on a 12 Dodge Avenge...

The Car Doctor - 10/14/17 - The GM Electric Car from 2017-10-15T03:02:48

Ron starts this episode talking to Paul Eisenstein from thedetroitbureau.com about GM’s electric car announcement, and talks to callers about various car issues. Learn more about your ad-choices a...

The Car Doctor - 10/14/17 - The Chrysler 300C from 2017-10-15T03:00:24

Ron starts this episode talking to callers about various car issues. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

The Car Doctor - 10/7/17 - Why OEM Parts Last Longer from 2017-10-07T20:16:22

Ron starts the episode talking about why replacement parts don’t last as long as original equipment – takes a call on a 94 GMC Sierra K50 with no heat – talks about an article on GM going all elect...

The Car Doctor - 10/7/17 - How Long Should A Car Part Last? from 2017-10-07T19:48:09

Ron starts this episode asking how long a car part should last and trust in your mechanic – takes a call on an 05 Hyundai Santa Fe where the passenger headlight is dim, and after it is gassed up, i...

The Car Doctor - 9/30/17 - Hacking Your Car from 2017-09-30T20:32:46

Ron starts the episode on carjacking, and interviews Chester Dawson of the Wall Street Journal on his recent article : takes a call on 4 different cars – 94 E350 motohome, 95 Crew Cab, an 01 F150 a...

The Car Doctor - 9/30/17 - The Guy Who Slams His Door To Start His Car from 2017-09-30T19:47:29

Ron starts this episode talking about the guy who came in who needs to slam his car door to start the car : talks about California wanting to ban internal combustion engines : takes a call from an ...

The Car Doctor - 9/23/17 - My 91 Rodeo Dies On The Road from 2017-09-23T20:25:23

Ron starts with a call on a 91 Isuzu Rodeo that dies on the road - takes a call on an 05 Chevy Silverado pickup that dies on the road - takes a call on a 95 Firebird that overheats almost immediate...

The Car Doctor - 9/23/17 - Replacing A Clockspring and Working With Plastic from 2017-09-23T20:01:37

Ron discusses a repair to replace a clock spring, and how to work with plastic - takes a call asking what someone should do and look for when changing their oil - takes a call on a 90 Toyota SR5 pi...

The Car Doctor - 9/16/17 - The DRIVE Service Reminder from 2017-09-16T20:48

Ron interviews Jason Harris, CEO of Anrin Technologies, about the new DRIVE Service Reminder Tool - takes a call on an 02 Escape that is overheating - and answers an email on an 06 Impala where the...

The Car Doctor - 9/16/17 - The Facts on GDI Fuel Injection from 2017-09-16T20:02:28

Ron starts talking about his recent class on GDI fuel injection with some facts learned in the class - a listener returns to follow up on his recent cabin filter question - answers an email on batt...

The Car Doctor - 9/9/17 - Hacking Your Car's Computer from 2017-09-09T20:43:52

Ron talks about the ability to hack your car's computer - takes a call on an 08 Nissan Frontier and an 11 Nissan Altima with questions on fuel and cabin filters - responds to an email on self drivi...

The Car Doctor - 9/9/17 - Are You A Moaner and Groaner? from 2017-09-09T20:40:40

Ron talks about what it takes to be a good mechanic - and dealing with moaner and groaner customers - tells the story of the Mazda Miata - answers an email on a 2001 Expedition with battery issues....

The Car Doctor - 9/2/17 - A Shortage of Over The Road Truckers from 2017-09-02T20:36:18

Ron starts discussing the shortage of over the road truckers - the repair of the week is the replacement of a bad window switch - discusses understanding the repair process - and takes a call on a ...

The Car Doctor - 9/2/17 - Troubleshooting And The Value of Auto Repair from 2017-09-02T19:52

Ron discusses the value of troubleshooting and auto repair - takes a call on an 05 Dodge Caravan with an extended crank condition - discusses an article on mechanics working outside in customer's d...

The Car Doctor - Anyone Can Start My Car from 2017-08-27T19:20:02

A 94 Buick Roadmaster has a new distributor, a new electronic control module, but still doesn't work : an 07 Prius has its ABS light coming on at exactly 63 MPH : a listener wants to know if the ex...

The Car Doctor - Communicating In The Shop from 2017-08-27T19:16:40

Ron talks with John Burkhauser of Bolt Technologies about communicating with the customer : discusses an article on the VW emissions scandal : talks to a listener with an 87 Bronco about the wrong ...

The Car Doctor, August 26, Hr 1, Communications In The Shop from 2017-08-26T22:30

Ron talks with John Burkhauser of Bolt Technologies about communicating with the customer : discusses an article on the VW emissions scandal : talks to a listener with an 87 Bronco about the wrong ...

The Car Doctor, August 26, Hr 2, Anyone Can Start My Car from 2017-08-26T22:30

A 94 Buick Roadmaster has a new distributor, a new electronic control module, but still doesn't work : an 07 Prius has its ABS light coming on at exactly 63 MPH : a listener wants to know if the ex...

The Car Doctor, August 19, Hr 1, Insanity At The Shop from 2017-08-19T22:30

Ron talks about insanity in car repair and the insanity at the shop this week in general : talks about leaking posts on car batteries : takes a call on a 2003 Pontiac Grand Am with milky oil on the...

The Car Doctor, August 19, Hr 2, Paul Eisenstein from 2017-08-19T22:30

Ron's guest is Paul Eisenstein of thedetroitbureau.com. They discuss a myriad of topics such as auto leasing and the DeLorean that Paul is watching on a test track as they speak. Learn more about...

The Car Doctor, August 12, Hr 2, Leasing A Vehicle from 2017-08-12T22:30

Should you own or lease a vehicle? : a whole bunch of questions on a 99 Jeep Wrangler Sport : an 03 VW Jetta that has been sitting and won't start : and a 93 Chevy K1500 that seems possessed starti...

The Car Doctor, August 12, Hr 1, The Chrysler 300 from 2017-08-12T22:30

Ron tells the story of the Chrysler 300 with multiple problems, and how one that seemed difficult was actually easy to fix : a caller is looking for shock and strut recommendations on an 08 Audi A3...

The Car Doctor, August 5, Hr 2, The Idle Speed Is Stuck from 2017-08-05T22:30

This program is an encore performance. Ron talks about a car with its idle speed stuck at 3000 RPM : takes a call on a 16 Camaro and winterizing tips : an 04 Concorde with temperature control prob...

The Car Doctor, August 5, Hr 1, The Road To Nowhere from 2017-08-05T22:30

This program is an encore performance. Ron talks about The Road to Nowhere : takes a call on an 07 Subaru Outback that overheats : a call on an 07 Subaru forester leaking power steering fluid : di...

The Car Doctor, July 29, Hr 1, Is My Car Worth Keeping? from 2017-07-29T22:30

How many oddball issues can there be in one week? Ron tells you. : a call on an 01 VW Cabrio that is stuck in gear : an 09 Toyota Venza that has hit 100,000 miles - is it worth keeping? : and an e...

The Car Doctor, July 29, Hr 2, Transmission Trouble from 2017-07-29T22:30

A 2000 Caddy has its wipers coming on by themselves : a caller with a 12 RAV4 asks about 100,000 mile fluid changes : an email on the best way to sell a car and determine its worth : an 02 Ford Spo...

The Car Doctor, July 22, Hr 2, The Prisum Solar Car Revisited from 2017-07-27T22:30

The solar car race across Australia happens in August, and Ron talks with Matt Goode of Iowa State University on progress with the Prisum Solar Car Project : a caller, who won an Intune I2 Performa...

The Car Doctor, July 22, Hr 1, Tires Tires Everywhere from 2017-07-27T22:30

A preponderance of tire questions highlight the hour : Ron talks about various interesting projects at the shop this week : a 60 El Camino has transmission issues : a caller asks when to change the...

The Car Doctor, July 15, Hr 1, Do You Want To Be Ron Ananian In The Unsafe State of NJ? from 2017-07-15T22:30

Cars are unsafe in New Jersey because there is no longer a safety inspection : a caller comments on self driving cars and poses a question : a 94 Camry has new tires and drives rough : an 06 Camry ...

The Car Doctor, July 15, Hr 2, So This Woman Walks Into The Shop from 2017-07-15T22:30

Ron talks about the lady that walked into his shop the other day : talks about All Data teaming up with Google : an 07 Chevy Suburban has daytime running lights that stay on when the car is shut of...

The Car Doctor, July 8, Hr 1, 84 Years Old and 210 MPH from 2017-07-08T22:30

84 Years Old and 210 MPH? Shirley Veine of Boise Idaho has done that, and Ron talks to her to open the show : Ron takes a call on his trivia question : takes a call on an 07 Ford F150 with questio...

The Car Doctor, July 8, Hr 2, Blue Smoke Signals From A Dodge Cargo Van from 2017-07-08T22:30

Blue Smoke Signals From A Dodge Cargo Van? Ron discusses that with a caller shortly, but first, he talks about the latest auto recall : takes a call on a 2000 Monte Carlo with an ignition question...

Car Doctor, July 1, Hr 2, Could It Be As Simple As A Bad Battery from 2017-07-01T22:30

Tempting the indiscriminate Gods of Auto Repair with the diagnosis of a bad battery : a call on an 05 Chevy Silverado with a rough idle : a call on a 70 Plymouth Road Runner and questions on the co...

Car Doctor, July 1, Hr 1, Replacing The Alternator In A 2008 Camry from 2017-07-01T22:30

Ron tells the tale of what it takes to replace an alternator in a 2008 Camry : takes a call on an 83 Camaro with a gap in its history : we present a tribute to Ron's Uncle Steve Ananian, a World Wa...

Car Doctor, June 24, Hr 1, The Future of Automotives from 2017-06-24T22:30

Ron talks about the future of automotives with Paul Eisenstein of The Detroit Bureau : and takes a call on an 06 Scion XB with no air conditioning. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www....

Car Doctor, June 24, Hr 2, So Your Car Won't Start In Mild Weather from 2017-06-24T22:30

A story about a customer coming in who took his car to a long time mechanic who couldn't fix it, and is taking it back to him! : Ron takes a call on an 05 Dodge Caravan that rough starts in mild we...

Car Doctor, June 17, Hr 2, Can Auto Repair Be Standardized from 2017-06-17T22:30

The diagnosis of the courtesy light problems in the 95 Corvette continues : a caller makes comments on a Motor Week article regarding Cat converters self destructing and taking engines with them : ...

Car Doctor, June 17, Hr 1, How To Diagnose An Electrical Drain from 2017-06-17T22:30

Ron opens with a discussion of repairing an electrical drain in a Corvette : takes a call on a 2000 Silverado that won't go over 30 MPH : takes a call on a 96 Honda Accord that has an engine from a...

Car Doctor, June 10, Hr 1, So You Want To Own A Repair Shop from 2017-06-10T22:30

Ron opens with a discussion of self driving cars : takes a call on an 03 Silverado with a miss : a listener opines on the lack of trade education in the US : discussed owning a repair shop : and ta...

Car Doctor, June 10, Hr 2, The Car of the Future : The Prisum Solar Car from 2017-06-10T22:30

Is a solar car the car of the future? Ron talks to Matt Goode of the Iowa State University Prisum Solar Car team that will be racing their car in Austrailia this summer : takes a call with comment...

Car Doctor, June 3, Hr 1, High Level Indicators from 2017-06-03T22:30

The topic of a class Ron took this week was High Level Indicators - what are they and what do they mean? : a Mazda 626 stalls while driving on the highway : a 2000 Monte Carlo has been misdiagnosed...

Car Doctor, June 3, Hr 2, Installing A Performance Package from 2017-06-03T22:30

What are tips to installing a performance package? : The call on the 99 Explorer from hour 1 continues : an 07 Saturn Ion turns on its coolant warning light when revved : an 09 F150 Lariat is havin...

Car Doctor, May 27, Hr 2, Using Oil Conditioners With Synthetic Oils from 2017-05-27T22:30

Ron's Uncle Steve, who was shot down over Germany in World War 2, reflects on Memorial Day : questions on using oil conditioners with synthetic oils : an 11 F150 with severe running issues : and a ...

Car Doctor, May 27, Hr 1, Should Headlights Light Up All Landscape? from 2017-05-27T22:30

The significance of Memorial Day : a 98 Ford Crown Victoria with hesitation, idle and stalling problems : a 15 Buick Verano with headlights that light up the tops of trees and everything else : and...

Car Doctor, May 20, Hr 1, The Coolest of Car Auctions from 2017-05-20T22:30

The Coolest of Car Auctions. Ron talks to Yvette VanDerBrink of VanDerBrink Auctions, an auction house that runs some of the best classic car auctions in the country : takes a call on a 97 Buick P...

Car Doctor, May 20, Hr 2, You Shouldn't Rely On Just Scan Information To Diagnose A Car from 2017-05-20T22:30

You Shouldn't Rely On Just Scan Information To Diagnose A Car, as Ron starts with a story of two different vehicles and the value in looking not only at scan information, but also closely looking a...

Car Doctor, May 13, Hr 1, What Is The Value In The Extended Oil Change? from 2017-05-13T22:30

What is the value in the extended oil change, and can any be found? Ron starts the hour by discussing this point : takes a call on a 95 Corvette where the courtesy lights won't come on with the le...

Car Doctor, May 13, Hr 2, Some Repairs Take A Long Time. Why? from 2017-05-13T22:30

Some repairs take a long time. Why? Ron starts with the story of a 2-1/2 year repair : takes a call on an 04 Grand Cherokee where the blend doors are banging after the car is shut off : takes a c...

Car Doctor, May 6, Hr 1, Your Scan Tool Does More Than Read Error Codes from 2017-05-06T22:30

Your scan tool does more than read error codes - and Ron talks to Steve Zack, Technical Instructor for Bosch, about the importance of scan tools : takes a call on a 15 Subaru Legacy where the calle...

Car Doctor, May 6, Hr 2, Can Self Driving Cars Be Fun? from 2017-05-06T22:30

Can self driving cars be fun? is one of the topics discussed on this hour of The Car Doctor : Ron starts with a story of a 2013 F150 with a 3.5 V6 engine he had in for repair earlier in the week : ...

Car Doctor, April 29, Hr 2, Flying Cars? UBER Says YES in 2020 from 2017-04-29T22:30

Flying Cars? UBER says YES in 2020 is a topic of discussion this hour : Ron starts talking about flying cars and scan tools : takes a call from a listener who sent in an article regarding UBER sta...

Car Doctor, April 29, Hr 1, What Causes A Car To Stall These Days? from 2017-04-29T22:30

What causes a car to stall these days? is one of the topics of discussion this hour. Ron starts with a report that UBER states it will have flying cars in Texas in 2020 : takes a call on a 96 GMC ...

Car Doctor, April 22, Hr 1, What Is The Value Of An Experienced Technician? from 2017-04-22T22:30

What is the value of an experienced technician is the topic of this hour of The Car Doctor. Ron starts by discussing the VW fine and his experiences installing new security cameras at the shop : t...

Car Doctor, April 22, Hr 2, OK-So You Operate The Power Window And The Radio Goes Off? from 2017-04-22T22:30

OK - so you operate the power window and the radio shuts off? is the topic of discussion to start this hour of The Car Doctor : Ron takes a call from a listener with a suggestion to solve his Miata...

Car Doctor, April 15, Hr 2, The Guy Who Told You He Knew Transmissions Did What? from 2017-04-15T22:30

The guy who told you he knew transmissions did what? is a topic of discussion with a caller. Ron opens with a story about changing the timing belt on a Miata and how the alignment markers made no ...

Car Doctor, April 15, Hr 1, How Do We Get Kids Interested In Cars? from 2017-04-15T22:30

How do we get kids interested in cars and car repair? A question asked by Ron looking for listener input. The show starts with Ron talking with Andy Boyd of 3M about their new Accuspray paint sys...

Car Doctor, April 8, Hr 1, You Built a Car So The Roof Can Leak? from 2017-04-08T22:30

You Built a Car So The Roof Can Leak? - The hour starts with a call discussing extended oil change intervals : Ron takes a call on a 98 Ford Expedition with a shimmy that comes and goes : takes a c...

Car Doctor, April 8, Hr 2, Carbon Buildup in a Ford Eco Boost Engine from 2017-04-08T22:30

Carbon Buildup in a Ford Eco Boost Engine is a topic of discussion. Ron discusses a generator that was rebuilt incorrectly : takes a call about tires and aftermarket parts : takes a call about car...

Car Doctor, April 1, Hr 1, Parts Obsolescence from 2017-04-01T22:30

Parts obsolescence and being able to keep your car on the road is the first topic of discussion : Ron takes a call on a 2010 Acura and using a memory saver : takes a call on a 14 Jeep Grand Cheroke...

Car Doctor, April 1, Hr 2, Diagnosing Diesel Fuel Issues from 2017-04-01T22:30

The call from the previous hour on the 04 LeSabre continues : Ron takes a call on an 06 Caravan with 105,000 miles where the caller asks if he should replace the fuel pump just because : takes a ca...

Car Doctor, March 25, Hr 2, The TST Big Event from 2017-03-25T22:30

Auto industry experts from around the country gather at the Westchester, NY Marriott to talk industry trends with Ron. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Car Doctor, March 25, Hr 1, The TST Big Event from 2017-03-25T22:30

Auto industry experts from around the country gather at the Westchester, NY Marriott to talk industry trends with Ron. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Car Doctor, March 18, Hr 2, Brake lights stuck on from 2017-03-18T22:30

Extended oil change intervals open the hour : Ron takes a call on an 87 F-150 with a burnt oil valve resistor : takes a call on an 01 Saturn SC-2 that stalls going uphill : takes a call on an 08 Ch...

Car Doctor, March 18, Hr 1, OBD-II from 2017-03-18T22:30

Jerry Truglia discusses the upcoming TST Trade Show : Ron takes a call on a Toyota Pickup with idle issues : talks with Jennifer Grabowski, Product Manager at Bosch about OBD-II and what it is : an...

Car Doctor, March 11, Hour 1 from 2017-03-11T22:30

Ron starts the hour stating that car companies actually do a good job keeping track of parts inventory with a story about fixing one of his computers : takes a call on an 01 Taurus where the securi...

Car Doctor, March 11, Hour 2 from 2017-03-11T22:30

Ron starts the hour with a call on a 2000 Buick LeSabre with power window issues : takes a call looking for a recommendation on a pickup for towing a camper : answers an email on airbag problems th...

Car Doctor, March 4, Hour 2 from 2017-03-04T22:30

Ron starts the hour by commenting on the used car ads in the newspaper today : takes a call on an 87 Bronco II where the seat belt buckle won't release : takes a call on an 03 Chevy S10 with a peck...

Car Doctor, February 25, Hour 2 from 2017-02-25T22:30

Ron starts the hour talking about failsafe systems in cars : takes a call from a listener considering the purchase of an 05-07 Dodge Magnum RT : interviews John Robinson of General Tire : takes a c...

Car Doctor, February 25, Hour 1 from 2017-02-25T22:30

Ron starts the hour talking about the repair of the week - a bicycle tire repair : takes a call asking about the best way to decarbonize a Honda engine : takes a call from a listener looking for Ro...

Car Doctor, February 18, Hour 1 from 2017-02-18T22:30

Ron starts the hour talking about changes in gasoline and people taking "stupid pills" - takes a call on a 99 Chevy Lumina with a slow coolant leak : takes a call on an 01 Chrysler 300 with leaking...

Car Doctor, February 18, Hour 2 from 2017-02-18T22:30

Ron starts the hour talking about a package he received this week from a school in Ohio : takes a call on an 05 Pontiac Vibe with a check engine light and a lean mixture code : takes a call on an 0...

Car Doctor, February 11, Hour 2 from 2017-02-11T22:30

Ron starts the hour talking about an article on auto repairs that can wait : takes a call on a 99 Chevy Lumina with a trunk leak : takes a call on a 93 Ford F-150 that gets hot, then won't start : ...

Car Doctor, February 11, Hour 1 from 2017-02-11T22:30

Ron starts the hour talking about the "car count" : takes a call on how to properly treat a turbo engine : takes a call on an 04 Dodge RAM 5.7 Hemi with questions about an exhaust manifold repair :...

Car Doctor, February 4, Hour 1 from 2017-02-04T22:30

Ron starts the hour talking about the case of the non working headlight : takes a call on a remote start system that is throwing codes : takes a call on a 90 Cavalier where the caller is looking fo...

Car Doctor, February 4, Hour 2 from 2017-02-04T22:30

Ron starts the hour talking about the Ford F-350 with a check engine light regarding the system voltage : takes a call on a 95 Lexus with transmission issues : takes a call on an 04 Silverado with ...

Car Doctor, January 28, Hour 2 from 2017-01-28T22:30

Ron starts the hour continuing the call on the 06 Crown Vic with leaky intake manifold gaskets and the 95 Dodge Ram with a faulty speedometer : takes a call on an 04 Malibu Classic that had P300 an...

Car Doctor, January 28, Hour 1 from 2017-01-28T22:30

Ron starts the hour talking about the P0128 code when the engine is not coming up to temp fast enough : takes a call on a 2010 Ford F250 with questions on diesel maintenance : takes a call on a 200...

Car Doctor, January 21, Hour 1 from 2017-01-21T22:30

Ron starts the hour discussing the repair - and verification - process and the real approach to car repair : takes a call on an 04 Dodge SLT that is going through water pumps : and takes a call on...