Auto Correct
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Last episode 6 months agoAuto Correct is a route to correct your problem with your automobile. Our mechanic on duty, Coach Charlie Melton, ASE Master Mechanic, retired instructor from Clinton High School’s Automotive Technology Program, will listen to the issue then determine the best way to go about solving your concern. In Mississippi, having your transportation in the shop for repair is an inconvenience few can afford. Calling in to get advice may be a valuable time saver. Discover the best type o
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Auto Correct: Computers Encore
Cars just aren’t simple anymore. Computers control everything. We’re going to find out from Coach what we need to know and hear your vehicle repair questions. Recalls for the week:Kia Recalls Vehicles for Faulty Airbags this includes: Forte Koup coupes; Forte sedans; Sedona minivans, and Soul and Soul EV hatchbacks. All repairs will be done for free, and Kia will begin notifying owners March 21. Those with additional questions can call the automaker at 800-333-4542Hyundai is recalling certain 2022 Santa Fe HEV and Santa Fe PHEV vehicles. The instrument cluster liquid-crystal display (LCD) may invert the image on the screen upon vehicle startup, making the display illegible. WebsiteRam Recalls model-year 2019-20 HD Pickups for Faulty Windshield Wipers; Ram parent Stellantis will begin notifying owners March 18. Those with additional questions can call the automaker at 800-853-140354,000 Teslas Recalled Over ‘Rolling Stop’ Full Self-Driving Function The entire Tesla lineup is affected, including nearly 54,000 model-year The automaker will begin notifying owners March 28, but in the meantime, those with questions can call Tesla at 877-798-3752.You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.In the news: according to Cars dot com: new research from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety questions if inflatable boosters are safe, specifically the BubbleBum and the Hiccapop UberBoost models.https://www.cars.com/articles/bubble-burst-iihs-questions-safety-of-inflatable-booster-446532/Auto Casey: Ford Bronco Short take: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0d9YuPHviM&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyVH0CnySukCoach Charlie’s Tip of the Week: don't touch the lightbulbs in your vehicle with your fingers. The oil on your skin can reduce the life of the bulb.Calls:cruise controlwasher fluidcars that lasttesla computerchanging oil emailneed help? call Customer Servicecruise controlstartertransmissionhigh mileagealarmwhat to do with carignition switchdealer oil change Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: License Plates Encore
ENCORE FROM 07/07/2022Have you seen the multitude of specialty license plates you can get for your vehicle nowadays? You can ones that support NASCAR, schools, animals, the list is tremendous. (The MPB plate is of course the best.) Don’t forget about antique vehicle plates! We’ve got the Harrison County Tax Collector on our show today to tell us about them. Coach answers questions too.Recalls: https://www.cars.com/recalls/Hyundai is issuing a major recall for a disturbing problem: exploding seat belt pretensioners. This time around, the safety order is for the automaker’s Venue subcompact SUV-like hatchback.You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: After California in 2018 and Arizona in 2019, Michigan is the third state to legalize digital license plates. The plate can be switched between light and dark modes, there's space for a personalized banner message at the bottom of the rectangle. Renewing registration can be done through an app. The plate can display public safety announcements like Amber Alerts. They contain GPS and telematics transponders, so a vehicle can be located — one lost in a parking lot or one that's stolen, for instance. https://www.autoblog.com/2022/06/13/michigan-legalizes-digital-license-plates/Auto Casey: Chevy Bolt EUVShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uuqHYSwCcmE&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=de6rvXFykkcCoach's Tip of the Week: Get more than one opinion when you need mechanical work done on your car.Questions:Car makes tone.Timing chainExpired tagsGolf cartsRecallAntique tagBonded titleVolvo opinionHarrison County Tax Collector: https://harrisoncountyms.gov/goverment/tax_collector/index.phpSharon Nash Barnett: https://www.facebook.com/SharonNashBarnettTaxCollector Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Classics Encore
ENCORE FROM 04/14/2022Classic cars. You might love them because they remind you of your youth or you just love them! We’ll talk repairs and car shows today with Mike Martin from Classic Restoration. It’s a Flash to the past. Coach also answers your 21st century vehicle questions. https://classicrestorationsllc.com/Recalls: You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: we had MDOT on the show last week. Their website has fantastic tips like: Flash floods can occur within a few minutes or up to six hours after excessive rainfall. For weather driving tips check https://drivesmart.mdot.ms.gov/severe-weather/Auto Casey: Hyundai Santa CruzShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=My8VE0UArpw&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkGxQmtO_q8Coach Charlie’s Tip of the Week: get nicks and chips in your windshield fixedNatchez EuroFest 111 N. Broadway St., NatchezApril 22nd and 23rd, 2022https://euro-fest.net/natchezThere will be NO Natchez EuroFest in 2023.The 2023 Renaissance Euro Fest will be held Friday, October 13-Saturday the 14th. https://euro-fest.net/Mississippi Classic Cruisers https://msclassiccruisers.com/Scarecrow Cruise & Car Show: October 22nd and 23rd, 2022Questions:cost for a classicbeltsroadster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Front End
When you talk about the “front end” of a car – what does that mean? Hint – it doesn’t mean the front bumper. We’ll let Coach tell us about front end repairs and other maintenance issues.Recalls: https://www.cars.com/recalls/2019-22 Ascents improperly installed PTC heater ground bolts have a fire risk. Owners are advised to park their Ascent away from structures and to avoid leaving it unattended while the engine is running. If you notice or smell smoke coming from the dash or driver footwell area, stop operating the vehicle and turn the ignition switch off.Ram is recalling its 1500, 2500 and 3500 trucks for unintended tailgate openings.You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: https://mdot.ms.gov/Never veer for deer – brake firmly and don’t swerve. See one deer, expect to see more. 50% of crashes are 5pm to midnight.Use high beams when able so they illuminate the deer’s eyes. Buckle up, drive the speed limit, and avoid distracted driving.12/14/2022 - 1st day of M-dot Christmas and the warning signs around the state had a message from contest winner: Don’t leave your family home alone. Wear a seat belt. 2nd Day of M-Dot Christmas: Be Merry and Bright. Use headlights. https://twitter.com/MississippiDOTAuto Casey: Jeep WagoneerShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1k5GkkmZ7T4&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1lsFV5BCmECoach Charlie’s Tip of the Week: uneven wear patterns on your tires are signs of an alignment problem. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Service Schedule
We get a lot of questions about “how often do I need to change my oil?” or “when do I need to change the brake fluid?” We’ve got a handy dandy answer for you today. Coach also takes your repair questions.Recalls: https://www.cars.com/recalls/https://www.cars.com/articles/feds-warn-consumers-to-check-for-recalls-after-faulty-takata-inflator-claims-another-life-459815/ Nissan Rogue SUVs from Smyrna Tenn. Are Recalled for Corroded Harness ConnectorKia Recalls 2023 Sportage SUVs for Improperly Deploying AirbagsThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration confirmed in November another death linked to the ongoing Takata airbag recall crisis and issued an urgent notice to all drivers to check for airbag-related recalls.You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: Southern Lights - 7505 Stonegate Blvd, Southaven, MS 38671, USA https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=499597335542418&set=pb.100064764666712.-2207520000. Richardson Light Show - 219 Sundial Rd, Madison, MS 39110, USA https://www.facebook.com/RichardsonLightShow Magic of Lights. Brandon’s Amphitheater 8190 Rock Way (Off, Boyce Thompson Dr, Brandon, MS 39042 https://magicoflights.com/events/brandon/ Christmas in the Park 65 Old Hwy 98 E, Tylertown, MS 39667, USA https://www.facebook.com/ChristmasInTheParkTylertown Lazy Acres in Lights 596 Lazy Acres Rd, Chunky, MS 39323, USA https://www.facebook.com/LazyAcresFarmFun/ Auto Casey: Nissan PathfinderShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rx7VRjQKE1I&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHtdvcvrJUk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Lubrication
Does your vehicle squeak and creek? Maybe you just need to grease the wheels. Or the axel. Or the steering column. We’ll learn about what needs lubrication now (and then) and take other repair questions.Recalls: https://www.cars.com/recalls/Honda Ridgelines Recalled for Failing Backup CameraFord Recalls Nearly 522,000 Escapes, Bronco Sports Over Fire Risk - issue involves a fuel leak inside the engine compartment.Tesla Recalls Model 3, Model Y for Failing Taillights and Model X for AirbagsFord F-150s Recalled for Failing Windshield WipersRam HD Trucks Recalled for Fire Risk - The issue stems from a build-up of pressure and heat within the transmission that may result in a fluid leak from the dipstick tube.You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2022/11/27/honda-toyota-chevrolet-cars-discontinued-2023/10662014002/What cars are being discontinued in 2023?: Acura ILX, Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Ford EcoSport, Honda Insight, Hyundai Accent, Lexus RX L, Toyota Avalon, Volkswagen Passat.Auto Casey: Ford ExpeditionShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrPpC0vbsAE&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpi-dkBBN4UCoach's Tip of the Week: Change your oil according to your maintenance schedule. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Vehicle Information
Where do you get your vehicle information? Besides us? How about your vehicle’s owner’s manual. You might have gloves, coins, old traffic tickets and such in your glove compartment but I also hope you’ve got your owner’s manual. We’ll talk about vehicle information sources between your repair questions.Recalls: https://www.cars.com/recalls/model-year 2021 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV SUVs, Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe SUVs, and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL SUVs. The daytime running lights may not deactivate when the headlights are on.2021-22 Bronco SUVs — a rearview camera image that doesn’t disappear after shifting back into Drive.You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: Thanksgiving Travel Ticks Up, Just Shy of Pre-Pandemic Levels - If you’re traveling through Atlanta they expect 105% of usual traffic. Mississippi has been ranked with the highest holiday motor vehicle fatality rate per 100,000 residents over the Thanksgiving to Christmas holiday period and the 2nd highest teen driver fatality rate. https://newsroom.aaa.com/2022/11/thanksgiving-travel-ticks-up-just-shy-of-pre-pandemic-levels https://www.valuepenguin.com/deadliest-states-drivers-holidaysAuto Casey: Mercedes EQBShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4eMXj98ZNs&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Z9pBqAAalICoach Charlie’s Tip of the Week: have patience dealing with automobile Customer Service (which you can find in your Owner's Manual)Qs:blower relaywhere's the batteryvan cuts offtire pressure sensorbattery drainingneed a partbattery draining suggestionthrottle bodyting-a-lingwhere's the battery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Battery Alternator Starter
Is it the battery, the starter, or the alternator? We’ll learn the difference among the three so we don’t just replace everything willy-nilly. We take other repair questions too.Recalls: https://www.cars.com/recalls/Some models of Genesis Electrified G80s and Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrids are being recalled for the front driver or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners, which could explode upon deployment due to excessive pressure in the pretensioner pipe.Volkswagen, Audi Vehicles Recalled Over Tire Pressure Monitoring System - The tire pressure monitoring system in these vehicles may not detect when air pressure has been lost in all four tires.More Takata air bags: “Do Not Drive” warning some older Dodge Challengers, Chargers and Magnums, and Chrysler 300s, due to faulty driver-side airbag inflators.You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: It’s official: new internal-combustion engine cars will be effectively banned from sale in the European Union in 2035. Member countries, Parliament and the European Commission agreed to terms that stipulate a 100 percent reduction in CO2 emissions for new vehicles sold at that time. By 2030, emissions are targeted to fall by 55 percent of what they were last year. Technically, automakers will be able to keep offering gas-powered cars, but they’ll have to pay a hefty fine for any CO2 their new vehicles release into the atmosphere in a year.https://europe.autonews.com/environmentemissions/eu-reaches-deal-ban-new-combustion-engine-cars-2035AutoCasey: Volvo C40 RechargeShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=77UDzf0vHh0&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMwGr38q1Qw Coach Charlie’s Tip of the Week: don’t add extra acid to batteries that are not maintenance free. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Ready for Winter
Welcome to November. We don’t want ice and cold to sneak up on you so today we’ll talk about getting your vehicle ready for winter. That’s between your vehicle repair questions.Recalls: https://www.cars.com/recalls/2018 Santa Fe Sport SUVs has a recall with the antilock brake system model, which could malfunction and cause an electrical short. Owners of these vehicles are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is completed.You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: Governor Tate Reeves announced that the Mississippi License Tag Commission is accepting design submissions for the state’s next official car tag. The submission process opened November 1, 2022. Proposed designs must be submitted by the end of the business day on November 30, 2022. All designs can be emailed to [email protected] for consideration.https://yallpolitics.com/2022/11/01/mississippi-accepting-design-submissions-for-states-next-official-car-tag/ Auto Casey: Toyota GR86Short version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=752bZ4wL9WILong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exl2tg8KT2wCoach Charlie’s Tip of the Week: make sure your battery and tires are in good condition for the weather.https://www.mpbonline.org/weather/https://www.msema.org/preparedness-2/winter-weather/https://mdot.ms.gov/portal/winter_weatherhttps://www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-recovery-services/find-an-open-shelter.htmlQ:engine soundsstarteranti-theftEV purchasewinter windshieldenginewasher nozzlestransmission Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: V V T
This show might be just what you need – or you’ll learn something you had no idea about. Either way – our topic today is variable valve timing. So you might be able to increase the life of your engine after the show or just learn about a part of your vehicle you had no idea existed.Recalls: https://www.cars.com/recalls/owners of model-year 2008-09 Kia Sportages may need to park their SUVs outside again thanks to a new recall over a fire riskNearly Every Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4xe PHEV Recalled for Overheating Battery PackYou can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: A guy in Arkansas played in a golf tournament that offered a 2022 Ford F-150 4x4 Supercrew as a prize for the first person to hit a hole-in-one of the course’s 10th hole. The only trouble was neither the tournament organizers or the Ford dealership got insurance to pay for the prize if someone actually won – which is standard procedure. And neither want to give the golfer the truck, which was sitting right by the hole when he sunk his ball.https://www.golfdigest.com/story/golfer-hole-in-one-pickup-truck-prize-lawsuit-arkansasAutoCasey: Ford F-150 Lightning EVShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mb09J0JfjFA&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QJsVlwJUNcCoach's Tip of The Week: change your oil to keep your variable valve timing working well.Questions:truck heaterABSclutchdash lightsABSclutchcharging system Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Only The Essential - Becoming A Mechanic
Folks now a days are looking for jobs that are their passion. Do you know someone who’s passion is vehicles? We’re talking today about mechanic training. We’ve got a guest expert - Larry Plutchak from UTI (985-804-6444 https://lplutchak.uticentral.com/)Coach Charlie's Tip Of The Week: when looking to enter into an industry for a job - do your research.Some training programs in Mississippi:Hinds CC Diesel Equipment Technology https://www.hindscc.edu/pathways/acmt/diesel-equipment-technologyMGCCC Automotive Technology https://mgccc.edu/programs/schools/manufacturing-maritime-transportation/automotive-technology/Itawamba CC Automotive Technology https://www.iccms.edu/CTE?portalid=0Holmes CC https://holmescc.edu/career-technical/automotive-technology/Pearl River CC Automotive Mechanics Technology https://prcc.edu/academics/career-technical-education/indman/automotive-mechanics-technology/MPB resources: https://gettingtowork.mpbonline.org/ Soft Skill training videos, Workforce Wednesday, "Pick an Industry" information Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Becoming A Mechanic
Folks now a days are looking for jobs that are their passion. Do you know someone who’s passion is vehicles? We’re talking today about mechanic training. We’ve got a guest expert - Larry Plutchak from UTI (985-804-6444 https://lplutchak.uticentral.com/)Recalls: https://www.cars.com/recalls/Hyundai, Kia Vehicles Recalled for a fail of the Fail-Safe of the limited-mobility drive modeAudi and VW SUVs Recalled for Damaged Engine BearingsAudi, Bentley Vehicles Recalled for Faulty Rearview DisplayYou can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN. Or find their SaferCar app.News: Tuesday the White House Announce 23 bridge projects in 23 states received grants to fund the planning of new federally funded infrastructure effort. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s Bridge Investment Program, set to provide $12.5 billion over five years towards building, repairing and replacing bridges across the country.https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/bridge/bip/planninggrants2022/Auto Casey: 2022 Ford Escape Plug in HybridShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rWWbnbw0ksELong video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrH3tQq-JQkCoach Charlie's Tip Of The Week: when looking to enter into an industry for a job - do your research.Some training programs in Mississippi:Hinds CC Diesel Equipment Technology https://www.hindscc.edu/pathways/acmt/diesel-equipment-technologyMGCCC Automotive Technology https://mgccc.edu/programs/schools/manufacturing-maritime-transportation/automotive-technology/Itawamba CC Automotive Technology https://www.iccms.edu/CTE?portalid=0Holmes CC https://holmescc.edu/career-technical/automotive-technology/Pearl River CC Automotive Mechanics Technology https://prcc.edu/academics/career-technical-education/indman/automotive-mechanics-technology/MPB resources: https://gettingtowork.mpbonline.org/ Soft Skill training videos, Workforce Wednesday, "Pick an Industry" information Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Legal Questions
Coach is out today so I’ve asked a friend to join me, you might have heard him on an In Legal Terms podcast this year, General Counsel Eric Brown from the Mississippi Department of Public Safety – you know where you go to get your driver’s license and they’re the folks who have the MS Hwy patrol? We’ll talk about IDs and road legal vehicles and take your questions. [email protected] http://inlegalterms.mpbonline.org/episodes/in-legal-terms-public-safetyRecent recalls: https://www.cars.com/recalls/startup Rivian is recalling more than 12,200 of its vehicles, the majority of the vehicles it’s produced, over a loose steering knuckle retention fastener that may not have been properly tightened upon installation.Mercedes SUVs Recalled for Seatback Lock FailureYou can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: We still have a month and a half of hurricane season folks. If you’ve snuck into your supplies, get them replenished. Keep that vehicle topped off with gas in case you need to evacuate and know your evacuation route. Also, begin to consider what you might need to keep in the vehicle as the cold weather sets in.https://mdot.ms.gov/portal/hurricane_preparednesshttps://mdot.ms.gov/portal/winter_weatherAuto Casey: Genesis GV60Short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74Dy3fZEmZg&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ttOYjKWKmxERecent Podcast: http://autocorrect.mpbonline.org/episodes/auto-correct-license-platesGetting pulled over for good driving! https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/this-sucks-tempe-police-pulling-over-good-drivers-with-positive-ticketing-campaign Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Anniversary Day
It’s drive time baby! Well, in radio that means it’s a pledge drive. We hope you’ll listen to our excellent show today – we’ll be answering email questions – well, Coach will! We aren’t taking phone call questions because we’d prefer it if you called our line that’s taking contributions to support Mississippi Public Broadcasting. That number is 1-888-372-GIVE or 1-888-372-4483Don’t for get our email address for questions is [email protected]: https://www.cars.com/recalls/Dodge Recalls model-years 2017-18 Journeys Over Dimly lit amber side reflex reflectorsYou can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: Bestselling vehicles of 2022 so far:Ford F-Series (467,307 units sold)Chevy Silverado (374,479 units sold)Ram Pickup (363,089 units sold)Toyota RAV4 (303,341 units sold)Toyota Camry (214,403 units sold)Honda CR-V (178,687 units sold)Toyota Tacoma (175,872 units sold)Jeep Grand Cherokee (172,545 units sold)Toyota Corolla (171,556 units sold)GMC Sierra (169,107 units sold)https://www.caranddriver.com/news/g39628015/best-selling-cars-2022/Also: 20/4/10 rule for buying a vehicle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5_X36qBceEAuto Casey: Mazda CX-50Short take: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8rkb3enNdPc&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5WSx_Wxj2GMCoach Charlie's Tip of the Week: Contribute to Mississippi Public Broadcasting because we give you money saving advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Ordering A Vehicle
Have you ever wanted to have the perfect vehicle? One designed just the way you’d like it? We talk about custom ordering a brand-new vehicle. How do you do it? How long does it take? That’s between your vehicle repair questions.Recalls: https://www.cars.com/recalls/2020-21 Cadillac XT5, XT6 and GMC Acadia SUVs are recalled for backup cameras2022-23 Ford Bronco Sports, 2022 F-150s are recalled for flickering fightsSome from 2016 to 2022 Kia Sorentos, Sportages are recalled for tow hitch harnessesVarious 2017 to 2022 Tesla models are being recalled over power windowsVarious 2020 to 2022 Mercedes SUVs are recalled for detaching window trim2020-23 Nissan Expands recall for Frontier, Titan over transmission IssueYou can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: Federal money is now headed to states for building up fast EV chargers on highways. I’ll have a link to that article on the page for this show.https://www.npr.org/2022/09/27/1125375419/federal-money-is-now-headed-to-states-for-building-up-fast-ev-chargers-on-highwa2022 Renaissance Euro Fest October 1st, 2022: Ridgeland https://euro-fest.net/ridgeland2022 Cruisin' The Coast October 2nd to 9th, 2022: Mississippi Gulf Coast https://cruisinthecoast.com/Auto Casey: Lexus LX600Short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL8OTX6YIxs&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aym_X-GF724Coach Charlie’s Tip of the Week: Do your research, make sure you know what you want so you can get what you want. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct CLASSIC: Computers
Cars just aren’t simple anymore. Computers control everything. We’re going to find out from Coach what we need to know and hear your vehicle repair questions. Recalls for the week:Kia Recalls Vehicles for Faulty Airbags this includes: Forte Koup coupes; Forte sedans; Sedona minivans, and Soul and Soul EV hatchbacks. All repairs will be done for free, and Kia will begin notifying owners March 21. Those with additional questions can call the automaker at 800-333-4542Hyundai is recalling certain 2022 Santa Fe HEV and Santa Fe PHEV vehicles. The instrument cluster liquid-crystal display (LCD) may invert the image on the screen upon vehicle startup, making the display illegible. WebsiteRam Recalls model-year 2019-20 HD Pickups for Faulty Windshield Wipers; Ram parent Stellantis will begin notifying owners March 18. Those with additional questions can call the automaker at 800-853-140354,000 Teslas Recalled Over ‘Rolling Stop’ Full Self-Driving Function The entire Tesla lineup is affected, including nearly 54,000 model-year The automaker will begin notifying owners March 28, but in the meantime, those with questions can call Tesla at 877-798-3752.You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.In the news: according to Cars dot com: new research from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety questions if inflatable boosters are safe, specifically the BubbleBum and the Hiccapop UberBoost models. https://www.cars.com/articles/bubble-burst-iihs-questions-safety-of-inflatable-booster-446532/Auto Casey: Ford Bronco Short take: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0d9YuPHviM&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyVH0CnySukCoach Charlie’s Tip of the Week: don't touch the lightbulbs in your vehicle with your fingers. The oil on your skin can reduce the life of the bulb.Calls:cruise controlwasher fluidcars that lasttesla computerchanging oil emailneed help? call Customer Servicecruise controlstartertransmissionhigh mileagealarmwhat to do with carignition switchdealer oil change Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Engine Mods
Why would you need to or want to modify your engine? Is it hard? Is it expensive? Is it dangerous? Is it illegal? We’ll find out from Coach Charlie, between your vehicle repair questions.Recalls:Porsche Recalls Macan, Cayenne, Panamera, Cayman Over Headlight Screw CoversYou can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a41199047/chevrolet-z06-build-your-own-engine/Chevrolet announced in early September that it plans to bring back its "Build Your Own Engine" program for the Corvette Z06 starting in the second quarter of 2023. The program, which allows buyers to come into the factory and help workers assemble the engine before it goes into their car, will only be available for Corvettes utilizing the LT6 powertrain, which, for now, only means the Z06.Auto Casey: Jaguar F-TypeShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rjSx75AMzzc&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Erh7vbv9y90Coach Charlie's Tip of the Week: Don't start a repair you can't finish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Suspension Mods
Some folks like to modify their rides. BUT, there are things you could do and things you shouldn’t do. We’re talking suspension mods today. Coach will tell us what’s a good idea and what’s a terrible idea between your repair questions.Recalls: https://www.cars.com/recalls/Toyota Tundras, Lexus NXs Recalled for Parking BrakesFord Expeditions, Lincoln Navigators Recalled for Blower MotorChevrolet Sparks, Spark EVs Recalled for Hood LatchesFord Recalls Super Duty, Lincoln Continental Over Cloudy Backup CamerasYou can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: https://www.nhtsa.gov/press-releases/nhtsa-updates-cybersecurity-best-practices-new-vehiclesThe U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released Cybersecurity Best Practices for the Safety of Modern Vehicles, an update to its 2016 edition. The document describes NHTSA’s guidance to the automotive industry for improving vehicle cybersecurity for safety.Auto Casey: Lincoln Corsair ReserveShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=294Hbs67PCo&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iuGpBKuW7JYCoach Charlie's Tip of the Week: before making any modifications check to see what voids your vehicle warranty.EV Mississippi will have a Drive Electric event coming up on Sept 24th 10am to 2pm at PetSmart/Tesla Hattiesburg SuperChargers. https://www.facebook.com/events/3369920653229346/Partnering with PetSmart and the Hub City Humane Society it's a pet adoption event with an electric car show. There will be food, pets, raffle prizes, test drives, and activities for all ages. Come check out a variety of electric vehicles and maybe take home a new furry friend!Email [email protected] belt lightground wirepower steering fluidscan toolstarterbad batteryRoguetransmissionheight of truck bedbrake lights Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Tune Up
Does your vehicle need a tune up? What is a tune up? Coach shares ways to make sure our rides are tip top.Recalls: https://www.cars.com/recalls/model-year 2021-22 Ford F-150s for recalled for fractured Driveshafts2020-21Hyundai Palisades Recalled for Windshield WipersFaulty Light Reflectors Prompt Recall of 2017-19Subaru ImprezasStop-Sale Issued for Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride Over Tow Hitch Fire ThreatYou can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: AAA has released their Annual Cost of New Car Ownership report: They evaluated nine categories of vehicles – consisting of 45 models – to determine a new vehicle’s average annual operating and ownership costs - over $10Khttps://newsroom.aaa.com/2022/08/annual-cost-of-new-car-ownership-crosses-10k-mark/Auto Casey: Ford MaverickShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1nzJH96h18&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JT88y1VNEn0Coach Charlie's Tip of the Week: driving through water can damage the electronics in your vehicle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Safety Features
Coach Charlie Melton ASE, our usual expert host, has has gone fishin’ today so we’ve brought in our regular contributor Casey Williams, Auto Casey from YouTube. We talk about all the safety features new cars have such as Collision Mitigating Braking System and Lane Keeping Assist Systems. https://www.youtube.com/c/AutoCaseyRecalls: https://www.cars.com/recalls/2021 and 2022 variants of the Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe, and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL for Faulty rivets on the seat belt assembly.2022 — Ford Maverick. In July there was a recall for a potential engine compartment fire risk, now it’s side curtain airbags.Various Ferraris from the last 17 model years Recalled for Risk of Brake FailureSome 2019-22 Mitsubishi Outlander Sports Recalled for Stalling IssueYou can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: https://afdc.energy.gov/laws/inflation-reduction-actOn August 16th, The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 was enacted and amends the Qualified Plug-in Electric Drive Motor Vehicle Credit (IRC 30D). Now known as the Clean Vehicle Credit, it adds a new requirement for final assembly in North America. Additional provisions will go into effect on January 1, 2023. Further guidance on these provisions is forthcoming. Find more information about the credit from the Internal Revenue Service.Plug-In Electric Drive Vehicle Credit (IRC 30D) https://www.irs.gov/businesses/plug-in-electric-vehicle-credit-irc-30-and-irc-30dAutoCasey: Kia Sportage HybridShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=836yK6ht6kQ&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s0zKU4JwZmI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Paint and Body
Coach has brought a long a friend to join us today to take your outside of the vehicle questions – paint and body. We’re happy that John Mosley from Clinton Body Shop is with us. https://www.clintonbodyshop.com/Recalls: https://www.cars.com/recalls/2022 Grand Cherokees and 2021-22 Grand Cherokee Ls SUVs Recalled for Damaged Taillights2012-13 Kia Optima Sedans Recalled for Interior Roof Defect2019-22 Mitsubishi Outlander Sports Recalled for Stalling IssueYou can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: https://mdot.ms.gov/portal/news_release_view/1123The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) will close all lanes of Interstate 20 westbound/Interstate 55 southbound at State Street in Jackson on Saturday, August 13, starting at 4:30 a.m. to perform a maintenance repair on a roadway dip. The closure is anticipated to last approximately 48 hours. During the closure, I-20 westbound/I-55 southbound traffic will be directed to I-55 northbound and I-220 southbound to detour around the closure. Local traffic should consider an alternate route on local roads during the closure.Auto Casey: 2022 Nissan Frontier PRO XShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRs5W9nVC8Y&t=0s Long version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LF9vgm3-U-wCoach's Tip of the Week: Check the Better Business Bureau's Website for reviews https://www.bbb.org/us/msQuestions:Color matchingFuelFWDPlastic carbonatorAirplane aluminumBody shopWindshieldSpark plugsHeadlightsPaintCeramic spray Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Diesels
Diesel, it’s not just for trucks. But there are a lot of diesel trucks. We’ll learn about the sibling to the gasoline engine and take all kind of vehicle questions.Recalls: https://www.cars.com/recalls/You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: https://www.wlbt.com/2022/08/01/buy-seized-abandoned-or-stolen-vehicle-city-jacksons-public-auction/?outputType=ampAround 400 seized, abandoned and stolen vehicle are up for grabs at an upcoming public auction hosted by the City of Jackson. The vehicles include trucks, SUVs and vans, “plus 100s of items from the evidence vault.” All vehicles are in various conditions and, as a press release stated, some run, others do not. The auction will be held at the City of Jackson police impound lot (4225 Michael Avalon Street) on Saturday, August 6, starting at 9 a.m. Bidders can preview vehicles on Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. There is a $10 non-refundable registration and entry fee and a $7.50 notary fee per vehicle. No one under the age of 18 is allowed.Auto Casey: Kia EV6Short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CakwmtScpIM&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntKZDKuPSeECoach's Tip: Drain the water separator on a diesel.Questions:MissingHydrometerRecallThrottle position sensorSluggishBrakesPrius Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Interiors 2022
Coach is out today but our friend of the show Quenten Moore from On Que Customs https://www.facebook.com/OnQueCustoms and Automotive Group https://www.automotivegroup.biz/ is here. He’s a mechanic but also does custom interiors for vehicles, boats, aircrafts, and motorcycles.Recalls: https://www.cars.com/recalls/More than 75,000 model-year 2022-23 Toyota Tundra pickup trucks are currently under recall for upper car seat anchors that may not have been installed sufficiently. As a result, the anchors may not meet the minimum strength required to keep the car seat in place in the event of a sudden stop or crash, increasing the risk of injury.You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a40631862/pony-cars-post-office-stamps/5 Classic Pony Cars Headed to Your Mailbox on New USPS Stamps – you can own Tiny images of the Ford Mustang, Chevy Camaro, AMC Javelin, Dodge Challenger, and Mercury Cougar in August for only 60 cents each. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/national-releases/2022/0715ma-pony-cars-power-onto-stamps.htmAuto Casey: Nissan SentraShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWF1Gh9giFg&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a91c2y5ik4MQuestions:How often to serviceDash repairWeldingOverdriveCar doorCar seat anchorRecall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: EVs and Hybrids
We’re going to learn about electric vehicles and hybrids this week. Do you have one? Do you like yours? We’ll see what Coach and others have to say. We’ve got repair questions about other vehicles too.Recalls: https://www.cars.com/recalls/Ford 2020-22 Escapes, 2022 Mavericks and 2021-22 Corsairs equipped with 2.5-liter hybrid or plug-in hybrid engines are being recalled for Engine Compartment Fire Risk.You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: Tesla has announced the grand opening of first Mississippi dealership in Brandon The 25,000 square foot facility plans to hold its grand opening ceremony on July 30 at 9:30 a.m. https://www.clarionledger.com/story/news/2022/07/14/states-first-tesla-dealership-have-grand-opening-july-31/10059870002/https://www.supertalk.fm/first-tesla-dealership-in-mississippi-to-open-at-the-end-of-july/Auto Casey: Jeep Grand WagoneerShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezU0iaP8et8&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhhkpTSLuBgCoach's Tip of the Week: If you have a "plug in" download some type of app to find charging stations.https://apps.apple.com/us/app/plugshare/id421788217https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xatori.Plugshare&hl=en_US&gl=USQuestions:TransmissionTire replacementCheck engine lightEVs and idleCharging stationsCharging stations continuedOxygen sensorHybridCost of usedFord Fusion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: 2nd Opinion
When you’re faced with a large estimate for a repair to your vehicle what’s your first thought? Maybe it should be “I need a 2nd opinion”. We get some advice from Coach on the topic and get answers to repair questions on the show today.Recalls: You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app. They also have great tips like how to prepare before you head out on the road in the Summer. Recalls on RV tires. And the improved testing standards for child safety seats.News: Certain areas of Mississippi’s interstates will continue to be without streetlights for the time being. The Mississippi Department of Transportation said it’s because of copper wire theft. “The last time they were repaired and replaced, they didn’t last but about a month or so before they were stolen again,” MDOT spokesperson Michael Flood said.https://www.wlbt.com/2022/07/12/mdot-says-portions-ms-interstates-will-remain-dark-copper-wire-thieves-are-blame/Auto Casey: 2023 Nissan ZShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gi1HcowH5X4&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRqnBJen040Coach's Tip of the Week: the lowest price shop might not be the best deal but the highest price shop might not be the best deal either.Questions:Cost of repairAir conditionerFuel pump moduleClimate controlLooking for a partShifting gearsMisfireEscapeABS moduleTransmissionBrake job Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.