{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Car Repair Advice Live Over The Air You Can Call Us and Ask Questions","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/car-repair-advice-live-over-the-air-you-can-call-us-and-ask-questions","audioUrl":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/underthehoodshow/2272.mp3?dest-id=709129","description":"We are the Motor Medics working in our shop every day for decades now and broadcasting on over 250 radio stations and podcast helping people fix their cars and trucks since 1990. The call cost nothing but could save you thousands. Call us Thursdays from 9-11am Central. Here are today's callers. 1. How much can I get for my mint condition 04 Bonneville. 2. Is my 98 Park Avenue Body Module bad? 3. Shannons automotive trip to dc and Counterfeit cheap China Air Bags 4.Collector car plates 5.62 Ford F100 engine replacement 6. 05 Sebring put e85 in it"},"annotations":[{"startTime":151.1,"endTime":227.1,"type":"term","title":"low mileage","url":"/glossary/low-mileage","quote":"First of all that is an extremely low mileage car when he got it ... It got the daughter through college and now it's got 80,000 miles on it, 87,000 ... Is it mint? Is it nice or is it just low mileage?","canonicalId":"term:low-mileage","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Low mileage” refers to a vehicle having relatively few miles on the odometer compared with typical examples of the same age. In used-car pricing, mileage matters because it’s often treated as a proxy for wear—though condition (like rust and accident history) can matter just as much or more.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Low mileage” means the car has been driven fewer miles than most similar cars. People often pay more for that, but the car’s overall condition still matters a lot."}},{"startTime":206.6,"endTime":227.1,"type":"concept","title":"condition match the miles","url":"/glossary/condition-match-the-miles","quote":"What we don't know and you know this is something only you know because you're looking at it but is the car, does the car's condition match the miles? I mean is the car look nice?","canonicalId":"concept:condition-match-the-miles","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Condition match the miles” is the idea that a car’s physical state should make sense relative to its odometer reading. A low-mileage car that’s beat up (or a high-mileage car that looks new) can signal issues like poor maintenance, body damage, or odometer discrepancies."}},{"startTime":231.6,"endTime":239.4,"type":"term","title":"in a wreck","url":"/glossary/in-a-wreck","quote":"It is mint condition. There's no rust. There's no scratches. It's never been in a wreck and I know that's a car that you can ask a premium for.","canonicalId":"term:in-a-wreck","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Being “in a wreck” means the car has been in an accident serious enough to cause damage that typically requires repair. Accident history matters because it can affect structural integrity, future reliability, and resale value even if repairs look good.","simplifiedExplanation":"“In a wreck” means the car was in an accident. Even if it’s been fixed, a wreck history can reduce value and can sometimes hint at hidden damage."}},{"startTime":231.6,"endTime":239.4,"type":"term","title":"rust","url":"/glossary/rust","quote":"It is mint condition. There's no rust. There's no scratches. It's never been in a wreck and I know that's a car that you can ask a premium for.","canonicalId":"term:rust","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Rust is corrosion of metal, and on cars it can indicate long-term exposure to moisture/salt and can spread under paint or body panels. The hosts treat “no rust” as a major condition marker because it strongly affects both safety and resale value.","simplifiedExplanation":"Rust is when metal starts corroding. If a car has no rust, it usually means it’s been protected from moisture/salt and is worth more when you sell it."}},{"startTime":239.4,"endTime":247.7,"type":"term","title":"premium","url":"/glossary/premium","quote":"It's never been in a wreck and I know that's a car that you can ask a premium for. Yeah, you find out what other models just like it are selling for and you ask more.","canonicalId":"term:premium","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A “premium” in car buying means paying above the typical market price for a specific vehicle because it has desirable attributes (like being rust-free, clean, and accident-free). The segment ties premium pricing to matching condition with mileage and verifying the car’s overall state.","simplifiedExplanation":"A “premium” here means you pay more than average because the car is especially nice. Rust-free and accident-free cars often get priced higher."}},{"startTime":252.9,"endTime":307.06,"type":"car","title":"04 Bonneville","url":"/cars/pontiac/bonneville","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/b/ba/02_Pontiac_Bonneville_SSEi_%288583756855%29.jpg","quote":"You know in 04 Bonneville is not the dream car that a college kid says, hey can you get me an 04 Bonneville for college now today? ... Most people are going to say what's an 04 Bonneville, I want $25 or bucks. No, this is a different 04 Bonneville. This 04 Bonneville would command probably $5,000, $7,000, $10,000.","canonicalId":"car:pontiac:bonneville","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Pontiac Bonneville (here referenced as an “04 Bonneville”) is a full-size American sedan known for comfort and being a common, affordable used-car choice. In this segment, the hosts focus on how a specific 2004 Bonneville’s condition and rust-free history can dramatically change what it’s worth in the used market.","simplifiedExplanation":"A “Bonneville” is a Pontiac sedan. The point here is that a clean, rust-free 2004 example can sell for much more than a typical one because buyers pay extra for condition.","imageAttribution":"Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA (CC BY 2.0)"}},{"startTime":322.6,"endTime":327.9,"type":"company","title":"AutoTempest.com","url":"/glossary/autotempest-com","quote":"That one of the places we've looked is AutoTempest.com because of all the different filters. You can just go by price, search by highest price first, lowest miles first...","canonicalId":"company:autotempest-com","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"AutoTempest.com is an online used-car search site that aggregates listings and lets you filter results (like price and mileage). In the segment, it’s used as a tool to find specific cars efficiently.","simplifiedExplanation":"AutoTempest.com is a website that helps you search for used cars. It lets you filter listings so you can find the right one faster."}},{"startTime":372.2,"endTime":379.5,"type":"term","title":"Christmas tree of lights","url":"/glossary/christmas-tree-of-lights","quote":"I had started it up and I had gotten the Christmas tree of lights on my dash and I just kind of felt that I either had a bad battery or maybe an alternator had it checked out.","canonicalId":"term:christmas-tree-of-lights","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Christmas tree of lights” is a common enthusiast phrase for when many warning indicators illuminate at once on the dashboard. It often suggests a system-wide electrical issue (like low voltage or a module fault) rather than one isolated warning.","simplifiedExplanation":"That phrase means the dashboard lights all come on at the same time. It usually points to an electrical problem, not just one broken sensor."}},{"startTime":386.3,"endTime":394.8,"type":"term","title":"airbag lights","url":"/glossary/airbag-lights","quote":"but I ended up also having my airbag lights stay on. A lot of the lights went out, but my dome light doesn't work, my trunk release doesn't work.","canonicalId":"term:airbag-lights","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Airbag lights are dashboard indicators tied to the airbag/supplemental restraint system. If they stay on alongside other electrical issues, it can indicate a voltage problem or a fault in the restraint system’s sensors/modules.","simplifiedExplanation":"The airbag light tells you the car’s airbag system has a problem. If it’s on with other warning lights, the issue could be electrical or related to sensors."}},{"startTime":403.8,"endTime":407.8,"type":"term","title":"fuses","url":"/glossary/fuses","quote":"I had... You know, I checked all my fuses, of course, first under the hood. There's some tough ones to get at under the dash...","canonicalId":"term:fuses","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Fuses are protective devices that break the circuit when current is too high, preventing wiring and modules from overheating or failing. Checking fuses is a standard first step when multiple electrical accessories stop working.","simplifiedExplanation":"Fuses are safety devices that protect the car’s wiring. If something electrical isn’t working, checking the fuses can help find whether a circuit is blown."}},{"startTime":431.4,"endTime":443.9,"type":"part","title":"battery cables","url":"/glossary/battery-cables","quote":"He said try pulling the battery cables off again, but this time leave them off a little bit like I did before, but touch the two cables together and see if that clears it. It did not.","canonicalId":"part:battery-cables","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Battery cables are the heavy-gauge leads that connect the battery to the vehicle’s electrical system. Disconnecting and reconnecting them can reset certain electronic modules and clear stored faults, which is why the mechanic suggested trying it again with a specific procedure.","simplifiedExplanation":"Battery cables are the thick wires that connect the battery to the car. Disconnecting and reconnecting them can sometimes “reset” the car’s electronics so warning lights go away."}},{"startTime":451.7,"endTime":456.1,"type":"part","title":"body control module","url":"/glossary/body-control-module","quote":"I'm thinking it's the body control module and let's say I'm just missing something. I just don't see that kind of thing go bad on a car like that.","canonicalId":"part:body-control-module","priority":0.9,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The body control module (BCM) is an electronic control unit that manages many “body” functions—things like interior lights, trunk release, and various warning indicators. When multiple seemingly unrelated electrical features fail together, a BCM fault becomes a strong suspect.","simplifiedExplanation":"The body control module is like the car’s main computer for the convenience/electrical stuff. If the dome light, trunk release, and warning lights act up together, the BCM is often the part to check."}},{"startTime":482.2,"endTime":488.7,"type":"term","title":"scanner","url":"/glossary/scanner","quote":"It doesn't reboot when it's time to restart, but it can be checked. You can get a scanner\n\nplugged into it, read it, open the body control module page and push the trunk button.","canonicalId":"term:scanner","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A scanner is a diagnostic tool that plugs into the car to read stored fault codes and live data from modules like the BCM. It helps pinpoint whether a module is receiving an input signal but failing to produce the expected output.","simplifiedExplanation":"A scanner is a tool that connects to the car’s computer so you can see error codes and what the car is doing. It’s how you figure out which module or circuit is acting up."}},{"startTime":510.5,"endTime":514.8,"type":"term","title":"grounds","url":"/glossary/grounds","quote":"The body control module\n\ngrounds that there's power through the orange wire that powers them all the time, and if it's\n\npowered but that body control module is not grounding it, then that's your failure right there.","canonicalId":"term:grounds","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In automotive wiring, “ground” is the electrical return path to the chassis/body. The host is describing a failure mode where the BCM provides power to a circuit but fails to “ground” it, so the lights/outputs never activate."}},{"startTime":519.3,"endTime":551.3,"type":"term","title":"programmed","url":"/glossary/programmed","quote":"So it's got to be programmed when it's installed. I think if you put a used one,\n\ncannot be programmed in that car, only a brand new one, but if you plug a used one into it,","canonicalId":"term:programmed","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Many modern modules must be programmed (configured) to match the specific car—its options, wiring, and security setup. A used BCM may not be compatible or may not be reprogrammable, which is why the host suggests brand-new modules for proper installation.","simplifiedExplanation":"Programming means the module has to be set up to work with that exact car. If you install a used one that can’t be reconfigured, it may not control things correctly."}},{"startTime":526.6,"endTime":531.7,"type":"term","title":"U-Pullet yard","quote":"I think if you put a used one,\n\ncannot be programmed in that car, only a brand new one, but if you plug a used one into it, you could pick one up in a U-Pullet yard and then you're going to own it because it's going to be a test part.","canonicalId":"term:u-pullet-yard","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"This refers to a salvage yard where you can buy used parts from wrecked cars. The host’s point is that a used BCM might be used as a test part, but it may not be properly programmable for the customer’s car.","simplifiedExplanation":"A salvage yard is where you can buy used parts from cars that were wrecked. The host is saying you might grab a used module to test, but it may not work permanently if it can’t be set up for your car."}},{"startTime":582.9,"endTime":591.0,"type":"term","title":"chip type VAT security system","quote":"That one's got a chip type VAT security system on it, so it may it may run, so it does\n\nand all your stuff works. You could be fine.","canonicalId":"term:chip-type-vat-security-system","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A chip-type security system uses an immobilizer key/chip to allow the car to start and enable certain functions. The host suggests that even if the BCM is wrong, the car may still run (and “all your stuff works”) because the security system can permit operation."}},{"startTime":614.1,"endTime":620.6,"type":"term","title":"VAT system","url":"/glossary/vat-system","quote":"but I know you're talking about the chip and the\n[620.6s] VAT system and whatever. I'm going to plug it in and see what it does.","canonicalId":"term:vat-system","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"VAT is an automotive anti-theft system used on some GM-era vehicles. It works with the key/chip and the car’s electronics so the engine won’t start unless the system recognizes an authorized key.","simplifiedExplanation":"VAT is an anti-theft security system. It checks whether your key is allowed before the car will start."}},{"startTime":658.5,"endTime":665.9,"type":"term","title":"modules","url":"/glossary/modules","quote":"And that's what we'll\n[658.5s] run into sometimes. There's a lot of modules that are programmable in those early cars,\n[665.9s] but it's changed.","canonicalId":"term:modules","priority":0.62,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In automotive terms, modules are electronic control units that manage specific functions (like security, body electronics, or convenience features). The host notes that some modules in early cars were programmable, but what’s available for programming can change over time.","simplifiedExplanation":"A module is a computer in the car that controls a specific feature. Some of these computers can be set up (programmed) after replacement, but not all of them work the same way."}},{"startTime":665.9,"endTime":678.6,"type":"term","title":"programmable","url":"/glossary/programmable","quote":"There's a lot of modules that are programmable in those early cars,\n[665.9s] but it's changed. What Russ has been finding is doors have been getting closed here, there,\n[671.9s] over there, as far as what's available for programming on certain things.","canonicalId":"term:programmable","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Programmable” means the car’s electronics can be updated or configured using a diagnostic/programming tool. The host is emphasizing that access to programming certain features can vary depending on the tool, the vehicle, and the specific module/part.","simplifiedExplanation":"Programmable means a shop can use a computer tool to set up the car’s electronics correctly. What can be changed depends on the car and the module."}},{"startTime":683.7,"endTime":690.5,"type":"term","title":"part number","url":"/glossary/part-number","quote":"But if you have that correct part number and it's out of a\n[690.5s] another Park Avenue, I'd plug it in and give it a try","canonicalId":"term:part-number","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.82,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A part number is the manufacturer’s specific identifier for a component. In electronics-heavy cars, matching the correct part number matters because modules can be similar-looking but differ internally, affecting whether they can be programmed and whether the car will recognize them."}},{"startTime":750.7,"endTime":761.22,"type":"topic","title":"Automotive Recycle Association annual hill days","url":"/glossary/automotive-recycle-association-annual-hill-days","quote":"we were in Washington, D.C. for our, it was always an annual\n[750.7s] event for the Automotive Recycle Association, but with COVID, it got stopped.\nAnd so we respawned the event here a couple of years ago for our annual hill days.","canonicalId":"topic:automotive-recycle-association-annual-hill-days","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"This segment shifts from car repair advice to an event the hosts attend, describing the Automotive Recycle Association’s annual hill days. 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If an airbag module or inflator is defective, it can deploy improperly and create additional hazards.","simplifiedExplanation":"Airbags are safety cushions that pop out during a crash. They inflate very fast to help reduce injury. If the airbag part is faulty, it can deploy in a dangerous way."}},{"startTime":1095.9,"endTime":1108.4,"type":"term","title":"recall certification","url":"/glossary/recall-certification","quote":"And so they're just wanting to make sure that with our recall certification process that we have within our industry for people that are part of that, it gives us an opportunity to be able to sell our airbags like on eBay and places like that.","canonicalId":"term:recall-certification","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Recall certification refers to an industry process for verifying that parts involved in safety recalls are handled, processed, and documented correctly. In this context, it’s used to ensure airbag-related parts are managed in a way that meets safety and compliance expectations. It’s meant to reduce the chance of unsafe or counterfeit components entering the market.","simplifiedExplanation":"Recall certification is a process that checks and documents safety-recall parts properly. The goal is to make sure the parts being sold or reused are handled safely and legally. It helps prevent bad parts from being passed along."}},{"startTime":1138.4,"endTime":1152.0,"type":"term","title":"child seats","url":"/glossary/child-seats","quote":"And they're also in charge of child seats and some of that stuff too.","canonicalId":"term:child-seats","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Child seats are child restraint systems designed to protect children in crashes. They’re regulated and engineered to work with vehicle safety systems and occupant size/positioning. The host mentions that the same organization handling airbag-related topics also covers child-seat-related responsibilities.","simplifiedExplanation":"Child seats are special car seats for kids that help protect them in a crash. They’re designed for different child sizes and are regulated for safety. The host is saying the same group also deals with child-seat topics."}},{"startTime":1158.6,"endTime":1168.0,"type":"term","title":"Takata","url":"/glossary/takata","quote":"And so you hear about the Takata recalls and that is very, very low percentages of problems, but real stuff.","canonicalId":"term:takata","priority":0.85,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Takata is the airbag supplier at the center of a major global recall. The issue involved airbag inflators that could malfunction and deploy incorrectly, creating a serious safety risk. This is why “Takata recalls” became shorthand for airbag inflator failures.","simplifiedExplanation":"Takata is a company that made airbag parts. Some of their airbags had a known problem that could make the airbag deploy incorrectly. That’s why many cars had to be recalled to replace the risky parts."}},{"startTime":1173.5,"endTime":1180.2,"type":"term","title":"inflators","url":"/glossary/inflators","quote":"I mean, it's happened where they've had those inflators not correctly deploy and cause pressures that cause, you know, shrapnel to come as they blow.","canonicalId":"term:inflators","priority":0.8,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"An airbag inflator is the component that generates the gas pressure to inflate the airbag. In the Takata-related failures, inflators could malfunction and deploy incorrectly, producing excessive pressure. 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In some airbag failures, parts can break apart and send fragments toward people. That’s why inflator problems are so dangerous."}},{"startTime":1180.2,"endTime":1187.3,"type":"concept","title":"Chinese replicas","url":"/glossary/chinese-replicas","quote":"But this is a different situation with these Chinese replicas.","canonicalId":"concept:chinese-replicas","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Chinese replicas” here refers to counterfeit or imitation airbag components that look similar to legitimate parts but may not be manufactured to the same safety-critical specifications. The host describes a failure mode where the airbag canister is not properly welded and instead uses screws, causing it to blow apart when deployed. This is a safety concern because airbag deployment depends on precise mechanical integrity.","simplifiedExplanation":"This is about fake or copycat airbag parts. Even if they look similar, they may be built with cheaper materials or weaker construction. The host is warning that these replicas can fail dangerously when the airbag deploys."}},{"startTime":1199.2,"endTime":1207.4,"type":"term","title":"OEM airbag","url":"/glossary/oem-airbag","quote":"you know, the recycled airbag that we take out of a car that is non deployed, the non deployed OEM airbag is the best alternative for people that are trying to fix something on a budget.","canonicalId":"term:oem-airbag","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"OEM means “original equipment manufacturer,” so an OEM airbag is the factory-designed airbag module made for a specific vehicle. The host argues that a non-deployed OEM airbag is the best alternative when repairing on a budget. 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The host is saying that using an OEM airbag is safer than cheaper alternatives."}},{"startTime":1555.1,"endTime":1604.2,"type":"term","title":"collector plates","url":"/glossary/collector-plates","quote":"I was at a place of, I know I'm not going to get too specific, but I was at a place\n[1555.1s] and I saw a car in employee the month parking spot and it had collector plates on it.\n[1562.7s] And I was like, I don't think you can drive a collector to work every day.","canonicalId":"term:collector-plates","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.78,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Collector plates” are special license plates issued for certain older or hobbyist vehicles, typically with rules that limit how often and where the car can be driven. They’re meant to keep collector cars from being used like normal daily transportation.","simplifiedExplanation":"Collector plates are special license plates for older cars. 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Collector owners were worried the change would make things harder."}},{"startTime":1622.7,"endTime":1633.9,"type":"concept","title":"loophole","url":"/glossary/loophole","quote":"Well, just they wouldn't have had to\n[1622.7s] bring that even up if people weren't abusing it. That's the thing. Yeah. It's one of those where\n[1628.0s] it's like, Hey, we can, we can fix this loophole.","canonicalId":"concept:loophole","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In this context, a “loophole” means a gap or ambiguity in the rules that lets people use collector-plate vehicles more like daily drivers than the intent of the law. The hosts are describing how lawmakers try to close that gap when abuse becomes noticeable.","simplifiedExplanation":"A loophole is a part of the rules that people can use to get around the spirit of the law. 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