Ron Ananian The Car Doctor
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Updated 2 days agoWith over 40 years of repairing cars and 27 on the radio helping you repair them, Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, is an expert at everything automotive. Call us at 855-560-9900.
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Episodes (1289)
The Car Doctor - 8/7/21 - Honda Fit Radiator Fans Running
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 engine light and an intermittent stabilitrak light : takes a call on an 02 F250 with intermittent suicide doors and alternator and battery problems : takes a call on an 11 Honda Fit and questions on when the radiator fans should run : talks about electric car chargers. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 8/7/21 - 92 Corolla Brake Issue
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 : takes a call on a 92 Corolla with brake problems : takes a call on an 06 Chevy Uplander with an ABS light : answers an email on a Mustang where the key fob failed and was replaced. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 7/31/21 - 08 Ram Trans Grinding
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 stations at the church : and another article about gas engines being cast aside for electric cars : takes a call on an 08 Ram 1500 with a 6 speed manual that is grinding in the shift from 2nd to 3rd : takes a call with general maintenance questions on a 12 F150 : takes a question on an 89 Suburban with no wipers, and a 95 Suburban with a bad HVAC module : and tells a quick restoration story. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 7/31/21 - The Bucket List Purchase
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 : takes a call on a 20 Tundra TRD with two brake codes but no dash lights about these codes : takes a call from a listener asking about purchasing from his bucket list : takes a call on an 07 GMC Envoy Denali with battery problems that started after the car sat for 35 days. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 7/24/21 - Should You Use Premium Gas?
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 on a 97 Eldorado that is overheating : takes a call on an 08 Lexus and questions on the necessity of using premium gas in the car : takes a call on a 17 Colorado that is shifting hard and has a squeak when doing so : and talks about electric cars. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 7/24/21 - It's Hammer Time!
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 a P1419 code : takes a call on a 2000 Grand Cherokee with a rear main seal leak – seal was changed several times, and the mechanic says “it’s old – it’s going to leak” : takes a call on a 69 Jaguar that starts and runs great, then starts to misfire, dies and can’t be restarted : and talks about the cars he’s been seeing lately, of owners going longer between oil changes and why that’s not good. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 7/17/21 - The Thing
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 B200 that is stuttering after the transmission bell was replaced : talks about statistics on car fires in the US : takes a call on a 17 Sierra with questions on preventive maintenance with fuel treatments : takes a call on an 11 Accura with an overheating problem : and talks about the Mitchell One repair on a 2010 Dodge Caliber air conditioning problem. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 7/17/21 - Ellison Fixes His 87 Truck
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 on the steering wheel : talks about the Chevy Bolt catching fire and electric cars in general : takes a call on an 07 Prius with a lean code on bank 1 : takes a call from Ellison, our blind caller from Virginia that drives around his corn field, talking about a fix he did on his 87 Ford Truck : takes a call on a 16 Kia Sedona asking if it’s possible to retrofit the vehicle for an automatic hatch on the back. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 7/10/21 - Muscle Cars and Societal Changes
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 Pay : takes a call on a 12 Tacoma where the caller is looking for an aftermarket wiring harness source : takes a call on an 86 Chevy K10 pickup asking if he needs a secondary lockout level for the choke on his truck : responds to emails about a mistake he meant on a carburetor question on a previous show : takes a call asking his opinion on an 07 Toyota FJ and fluid change recommendations : and tells a JB Weld story from the shop this week. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 7/10/21 - 68 Mustang Transmission Leak
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 didn’t realize they lost the alternator, and it ran, with air conditioning, for an hour and a half to get them home : takes a call on a 68 Mustang that has a bad rear pinion seal and a transmission leak : takes a call from a firefighter around Philadelphia where there was a recent Tesla fire and has some comments : takes a call on an 03 LeSabre that, when it’s really hot out, won’t start unless the accelerator pedal is pressed. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 7/3/21 - 67 Camaro Carb Leaking
Ron starts this episode talking about the costs of electric cars - - and the possible effects on the repair shop : takes a call on a 67 Camaro with a carburetor leaking gas : take a call on a 16 Silverado with a possible problem with the active fuel management system : takes a call on an 04 Tahoe with intermittent ABS engagement for no reason : takes a call on an 06 Trailblazer that the battery is not charging, though the alternator was tested good : talks about OBD II and information on such on All Data. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 7/3/21 - Why Electric Cars Won't Make It
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 vehicle that didn’t need it : and starts talking about Tom’s recent experience with an inspection that failed : takes a call on an 09 CRV AWD having starter problems : takes a call on an 03 Mazda Tribute where the door won’t open with the key fob or physical key : takes a call on an 01 Silverado where the fuel gauge flicks back and forth and the caller asks if the fuel pump may be on its way out : talks about the costs of owning an electric and gas vehicles. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 6/26/21 - Demise Of The Stick Shift
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 : talks about the US building an electric vehicle charging network : interviews Chip Hanson, CEO of JB Weld : talks about electric car fires : talks about reflashing vehicles : and talks about how long it takes to repair things. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 6/26/21 - 64 Impala Wiper Motor
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 which taught him patience : takes a call on a 64 Impala Super Sport that has a bad windshield wiper motor : takes a call on an 02 Trailblazer where the caller changed the struts and has a question on a possible leaking steering rack boot : takes a call on an 07 Exterra that, once it hits operating temperature, it fills the coolant tank : and also discusses a BMW E46 that also has cooling system problems. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 6/19/2021 - Detail In Older Cars
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 because they can easily produce power for the battery through regenerative braking : talks about the electric vehicle future : talks about a 66 El Dorado he was working on this week and the detail in older cars : talks about the air conditioning jobs he has seen in the past few weeks : answers an email with a story about his father : talks about the cost of R12 refrigerant : answers an email on undercoating and rustproofing : and talks about technology and the changes in tools. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 6/19/2021 - No Oil In The Engine
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 Highlander where the caller bought a service contract, and now they want to do a $300 fuel system maintenance that is not in the owner’s manual : takes a call on a 10 RAV 4 where the caller had an oil change done, car was making noise so he look it to a garage near where he was and they found no oil in the engine – asking how to diagnose possible oil loss : takes a call on an 01 Suburban that starts fine cold, but is difficult to start when warm. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 6/12/21 - BMW 325i Overheat
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 Silverado and transmission maintenance : takes a call from a listener looking to buy older Volkswagens : talks about attitudes towards electric vehicles : takes a call on a 15 Nissan Versa with a check engine light and it won’t move Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 6/12/21 - Is Pulling The Battery a Good Idea?
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 took it back to the dealership per Ron’s advice – and reports back : takes a call on an 01 Town and Country that had a miss – replaced coil pack – didn’t work correctly – pulled the battery, and it corrected the problem : takes a call on an 07 Lincoln MKX that had its intake manifold gasket replaced and now runs lean. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 6/5/21 - Suburban Power Steering
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 1500 where reverse and 4th gear go out when the trans gets warm : takes a call on an 11 Grand Cherokee with a leaky oil pan gasket : takes a call on an 05 Suburban where occasionally the power steering goes out when taking a turn : and answers an email on a 200 Chevy Pickup and self service AC kits. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 6/5/21 - 74 Buick Alternator Wiring
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 trans fluid replaced : takes a call on a 74 Buick GS with questions on the alternator wiring : takes a call on a 2000 Audi A8 that had a problem the caller thought was a good use for Kseal, but the problem turned out to be a loose coil pack : answers a letter regarding fixing one problem and it fixes another : and ends with an email about changing oil. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 5/29/21 - Trouble Getting Parts for an Older Car
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 he should remain at a dealer or go to a private shop : talks about an 05 Malibu he worked on this week that is 16 years old that he was having trouble getting brake cables for : and we replay an interview with Ron’s late Uncle Steve, a World War II pilot, regarding Memorial Day. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 5/29/21 - 62 Chevy Frozen Hub
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 backup camera doesn’t work : takes a call on a 13 Silverado with new gears in the rear end and now it whines : takes a call on a 62 Chevy with a frozen front passenger hub : talks with Chuck Kinkaid, Product Manager and Engineering Shop Eqiupment, Mahle Corp. : and talks about a call he received this week about purchasing an electric vehicle. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 5/22/21 - ADAS Systems
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 : answers an email on an 06 Mazda with many issues which may be a computer problem : and ends the show talking about the Right to Repair. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 5/22/21 - Oil Change Interval Questions
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 10,000 mile oil change interval : takes a call on an 03 Olds Alero where the fuel pump needs to be replaced : and talks with Joe Rutledge, a real gearhead that Ron is friends with about - cars. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 5/15/21 - Pacifica Transmission Fluid Change
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 call on a 2000 F150 with a dark radio : takes a call on an 06 Silverado with an evap code. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.