Ron Ananian The Car Doctor
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Updated about 15 hours 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 (1273)
The Car Doctor - 3/28/20 - Ron's 1500th Show
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 06 Focus with a nasty rattle on start up : takes a call on a 19 Escape S that has no CD player, and the caller asks if you can put the radio/CD from an 18 Escape into it : takes a call on a 15 Volvo where the entertainment system has frozen up : and answers an email regarding the use of K-Seal. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 3/21/20 - The "Them" Story
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 has a slight clunk in the steering : takes a call on a 94 Caddy where the caller replaced the shocks and now has a relay to wire up : talks about the GM Heritage website. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 3/21/20 - Car Emergency Management Kit
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 call on a 15 Lexus RX450 and oil change intervals : takes a call on an 08 Chrysler Town and Country with the brake light coming on : takes a call on an 03 Buick LeSabre with a leaking transmission pan gasket. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 3/14/20 - Your Car, Your Data
Ron starts this episode with a call on a 17 Colorado with a Service 4 WD error : takes a call on an 08 Tacoma that dies on start up : and talks about data collection on your car with Bill Hanvee, President/CEO of the Auto Care Association; Paul McCarthy, President and COO of the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association; and Matt Buchholz, President/General Manager of Motorad. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 3/14/2020 - Technical Changes
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 week where the horn goes off every time it rains : takes a call on an 06 Dodge 1500 with a hard start condition : and talks about technical changes in cars. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 3/7/20 - Bottom Blasting and Grinding
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 collision avoidance system as it is not working and he wants to use cruise control : takes a call on a 17 RAV4 that the caller is leasing and considering buying – and wants Ron’s opinion on buying the extended warranty : takes a call on a 16 Buick Cascada where the caller is looking to make it ride better. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 3/7/20 - Mercedes 550 Vibration
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 : takes a call on a 12 Mercedes 550 with a vibration : answers an email regarding Tesla and electric cars : takes a call on a 12 Prius where the caller wants to make comments, and is also considering buying a Chevy truck and wants Ron’s input : takes a call on an 03 LeSabre with questions on TPMS. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 2/29/20 - Autonomous Buses
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 no second gear : takes a call on a 67 Chevelle Sport where the starter is chewing up the flywheel : takes a call on an 09 Honda Ridgeline with a shudder : takes a call on types of adhesive to use on auto glass : takes another call on rearview mirrors and autonomous buses: takes a call on a 19 Honda Pilot where the GPS/Entertainment and rear camera systems just shut down. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 2/29/20 - Problems with Electric Cars
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 a call on an 06 Pontiac G6 where the rear view mirror falls off the windshield : takes a call on an 07 Edge with a P0763 and P0980 codes : takes a call on a VW diesel with electronics that froze up : and ends talking about the California Tesla police car that ran out of battery power on a high speed chase. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 2/22/20 - Growling GMC Sierra
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 call asking about flashing center brake lights flashing : takes a call on a 17 GMC All Terrain Pickup that whines in 4 Wheel Drive : takes a call with a comment on electric cars : takes a call on an 08 Escape that sometimes won’t start. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 2/22/20 - Ticking Subaru Forrester
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 Trailblazer with poor gas mileage : takes a call on an 08 Audi A3 with a whining noise : and talks about a Highlander that stalls after every fill up. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 2/15/20 - Toyota and Lexus Recalls
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 Honda Accord where the cat converter heat shield fell off : takes a call regarding CVT transmissions : talks about his dislike of Volkswagen : talks about the new car radios that converse with other cars Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 2/15/20 - Illegal to Repair Your Car
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 : takes a call on a 95 and 97 Grand Cherokee, both with lean misfires : takes a call from someone looking to purchase an SUV and wants Ron’s opinion on the Nissan Rogue. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 2/8/20 - Tacata Airbag Problem - Again
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 side rear seat floor : talks about the new Mitchell 1 auto repair data guides : takes a call on a 97 Jeep Wrangler where the caller swapped an engine, and the engine is running rough : takes a call on a 12 F150 that has a jerk in the tranny : takes a call on an 06 F150 where the 4 wheel drive stopped working. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 2/8/20 - Repairs and Younger Drivers
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 now, after repairs, has electrical issues : takes a call on an 05 Chevy Silverado with a problem starting the vehicle : takes a call on an 18 Colorado with electrical problems and many trouble codes : ends the episode talking about a Hyundai Santa Fe with problems with its auto park circuit. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 2/1/20 - Wrangler Washer Bottle
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 brake job : takes a call on a 98 Riviera with a lower intake gasket leak. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 2/1/20 - Silverado Rough Idle
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 and a fuel delivery problem : answers an email regarding replacing the radiator on a Jeep Wrangler : and talks about a typical day in auto repair. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 1/25/20 - Is Your Car Company Lying To You
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 intermittent throttle plate control : takes a call on an 09 Nissan Maxima with a slight head gasket leak : takes a call on vehicle maintenance software : and takes a call regarding using carb cleaner on a throttle body. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 1/25/20 - The Dip In The Road
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 shifting into reverse and drive in cold weather : takes a call on an 07 Accord with a trunk leak : takes a call on a 12 Dodge Caravan with a check engine light and a cylinder 2 misfire : and finishes this episode talking about our recent podcasting problem. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 1/18/20 - Grand Prix No Heat
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 battery life : answers an email on Chinese parts : takes a call on a 1924 T Bucket and a transmission question : takes a call on a 67 GTO that won’t start : takes a call asking what is the best GM engine for a new SUV. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 1/18/20 - Farmers Right To Repair
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 about Tesla having an unintended acceleration problem : takes a call on an 05 Rondevous that dies when put in gear : Ron talks with Andy Bater, a farmer from Pennsylvania, on the right to repair farm equipment. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 1/11/20 - Hyundai Accent Needs New Engine
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 lock works with the key fob : takes a call regarding battery longevity with electric cars : takes a call on an 12 Hyundai Accent with a check engine light that the dealer says it needs a new engine. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 1/11/20 - How Brakes Work
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 intermittently shuts off : takes a call on an 08 Taurus where the caller replaced the water pump and now the timing is off : takes a call from a listener that has an idea on alternative power for cars : talks about key fob maintenance. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 1/4/20 - 70 Mustang Emissions
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 is wondering why : takes a call on an 02 Buick Century that drains the battery monthly : takes a call with questions on fuel additives and cleaning fuel injectors on an 87 Buick : takes a call on an 07 Nissan Sentra with a vibration under load : and takes a call on a 57 Chevy Bel Air that overheats – but only at idle. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 1/4/20 - Responsibility of Car Care
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 torqueing the pulley bolt : takes a call on a 17 Chevy Express Van where the caller is installing a trailer brake kit and is looking for advice and also asks for Ron’s opinion on the Ford Escape : chats with Franklin Gage, President of the Vintage Chevrolet Club of America : takes a call on an 05 Buick with a noisy engine now that it’s below 35 degrees : takes a call where the caller wants to talk about taking care of a car. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.