Ron Ananian The Car Doctor
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Updated about 16 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 - 12/28/19 - 97 Escort Airbag Problem
Ron starts this episode talking about the numbers of cars registered in a given year : takes a call on a 97 Ford Escort with an airbag problem after the horn were repaired : takes a call on an 11 Avalon that is shuddering : takes a call on an 02 Ranger where the caller wants to change tire size from 16” to 15”: takes a call asking his opinion on the purchase of a 16 Silverado Crew Cab. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 12/28/19 - Your Opinion Doesn't Count
Ron starts this episode talking about how your opinion of auto repair really doesn’t count : takes a call on an 06 Impala that threw a check engine light, the caller removed the negative cable from the battery – and the body module needed to be reprogrammed : takes a call on a 98 Lincoln Town Car with brake problems : takes a call on a 90 Ford Ranger with a high idle problem : takes a call on an 09 RAM pickup with a P0171 code, lean. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 12/21/19 - 11 Fusion Rattle
Ron starts this episode with a call on an 11 Fusion with a ticking/rattling sound : takes a call on an 89 Bronco with a fuel pump problem : takes a call on an 11 Escape where a clunk is heard when the car slows down : takes a call on a 20 Honda Odyssey with a question on whether the car can have an undercarriage wash : takes a call on a 99 Taurus that tries to start but doesn’t : takes a call looking for Ron’s opinion on the purchase of a 15 Toyota Highlander : takes a call asking how start/stop works regarding the starter : takes a call with a question on warming up your car : then Ron presents his Night Before Christmas. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 12/21/19 - Ron Gets Recognized
Ron starts this episode with a funny story about a trip to the diner last night : takes a call on a 67 Chevelle Sport Coupe that has an occasional pinging sound : takes a call on an 06 Scion with a P0420 cat efficiency code, and asking what parts may be needed : talks with Steve Cook, author of “OBD II Made Easy” : takes a call on an 08 Honda Accord and a starter problem. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 12/14/19 - Buying A Used Car
Ron starts this episode talking about how to buy a used car : takes a call on an 18 RAM Truck asking the merits of running pure gasoline as opposed to E10, and asks his opinion on using an oil filter over two oil changes : takes a call on an 85 El Camino with an overheating problem : takes a call on an 09 Malibu with a P0010 code : takes a call on ethanol gasoline : takes a call on an 09 Escape with a check fuel inlet light. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 12/14/19 - Good Cheap Auto Repair
Ron starts this episode talking about certifications for auto techs and looking for good, cheap auto repair : takes a call on a 12 Nissan Frontier with a possible blend door actuator problem : takes a call from a caller asking why Ron doesn’t think Solar tires are any good : takes a call on an 09 Subaru Forrester that may need a tire pressure sensor : discusses tire pressure sensors : takes a call on a 16 VW Tourig that has 18 inch tires and he wants to know if he can put 20 inch tires on it : and takes a call from a listener wanting to share his experience accidentally destroying his tire pressure sensors. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 12/7/19 - Raptor Tapping Noise
Ron starts this hour with a call on an 07 Caddy STS where the tire air pressures are being reported on the wrong wheels : takes a call on a 17 Ford Raptor with a tapping noise under load in drive or reverse : takes a call on an 03 S10 pickup that suddenly is very slow to get rolling from a full stop : takes a call from a listener looking for a recommendation on a car that will accommodate 7 passengers : answers an email on an 02 Sienna with a problem getting gas into it : takes a call on an 01 Chevy Cavalier with a crank no start condition. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 12/7/19 - Is Your Car Safe?
Ron starts this episode asking how you know if that used car you’re looking to buy is actually safe : takes a call on an 11 Kia Sorrento that idles rough with a check engine light : takes a call on an 04 Tahoe Z71 where the differential was replaced and it now goes into 4 wheel drive on its own : takes a call on a 2000 LeSabre with minimal heat : takes a call on the ethics of replacing the wrong part. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 11/30/19 - The GM Electric Cars
Ron starts this episode with a call on a 15 Silverado where the radio doesn’t work in cold weather : takes a call with a general question on batteries : talks with Paul Eisenstein of thedetroitbureau.com on GM electric cars and other automotive topics : talks about troubleshooting the latest air conditioning systems. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 11/30/19 - Not Time To Buy A Tesla
Ron starts this episode talking about why it’s not the time to buy a Tesla : takes a call on an 07 Pontiac Grand Prix with insufficient heat : takes a call on an 08 Chevy Silverado with soft brakes : talks to Tim McDonnell of Mitchell One : takes a call a 95 Sierra Pickup that is stalling and has holes in the exhaust manifolds : and finishes the episode talking about how to find a good mechanic. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 11/23/19 - Fords and Ferraris
Ron starts this episode talking about teaching the next generation about cars : takes a call on an 07 Caddy STS that needs its control arms replaced : talks about the Fords that beat Ferraris : talks about P0420 codes : answers an email on a car with no heat on one side of the car : answers an email oil change lights and oil change intervals. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 11/23/19 - Toyota Trans Fluid Replacement
Ron starts this episode talking about his trip last week to Virginia and the experience : takes a call on an 06 Toyota Camry with a question on a possible alternator failure : takes a call on an 11 Sienna mini van and a discussion on fluid replacement : talks about the movie Ford Vs. Ferrari : takes a call on a 10 Honda CRV that is not producing heat : does a full review on Ford Vs. Ferrari. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 11/16/19 - Pt 2 North Virginia Car Show
Ron broadcasts from the North Virginia Car Show. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 11/16/19 - Pt 1 - North Virginia Car Show
Ron broadcasts from the North Virginia Car Show. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 11/9/2019 - Turning New Brake Drums
Ron starts this episode with a call on a 13 Silverado asking if new brake drums and rotors should be turned out of the box : takes a call on an 11 GMC 3500 with a P0446 code that keeps coming back : takes a call on a 97 Camry that had a universal joint go bad in the steering column : takes a call on an 01 Malibu that surges at highway speeds up hills : takes a call on an 86 S-10 Blazer asking about what controls gas flow in the vehicle Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 11/9/2019 - Fixing Cars Like Batman
Ron starts this episode talks about how fixing cars is like being Batman, with a story on a last minute fix : takes a call on a 98 Mercury Sable asking for the weak points on this vehicle : takes a call on a 99 Sentra and 05 Sentra and a question on scan tools : interviews Jim McIlvane, eCare Manager of Optima Batteries, Inc regarding battery topics : takes a call on a 97 Camry with an 01 Engine and an idle air sensor code. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 11/2/19 - Kids and Cars
Ron starts this episode asking if you’ve talked to your kids about cars lately : takes a call on an 85 Grand Marquis where the caller is changing belts but he can’t find the adjustment on the ac compressor : takes a call on an 11 Kia Sedona that is leaking oil : discusses talking to your kids about cars before they have problems : takes a call on a 95 Crown Vic that hesitates and shimmies at around 40 MPH : takes a call on a 14 Jeep Grand Cherokee with a soft brake pedal : and finishes the discussion of talking to your kids about cars. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 11/2/19 - 59 Caddy Ticking
Ron starts this episode asking if this is your first time at a new auto repair shop : takes a call on a 59 Caddy with a ticking sound at slower speeds : takes a call on an 02 Isuzu Axiom with a cylinder head leaking oil : takes a call on finding manuals for Snap On Tools : continues the discussion about walking into that new auto repair shop for the first time and things to ask and observe : takes a call on a 15 Civic with questions on replacing spark plugs : takes a call on an 88 Sierra with tight steering. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 10/26/19 - Subaru Oil Burning
Ron starts this episode taking a call on a 13 Subaru Impreza that is burning oil : takes a call on an 04 Excursion that still wanders after a lot of front end work : takes a call on an 11 Avalon that shudders at 38 mph : takes a call on an 01 Accura PL that jerks to one side on acceleration : and talks about using a deductive line of reasoning to repair your car. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 10/26/19 - What Constitutes Tire Rotation?
Ron starts this episode talking about how the skill set to repair vehicles is shrinking : talks about a recent article about a Michigan court ruling that determines a tire rotation does not include tightening lug nuts : takes a call on a 13 Tacoma with questions on how to service the front end suspension : takes a call on a 98 Isuzu Hombre with an ABS problem : takes a call on a 96 Honda Civic with no pressure on the clutch pedal. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 10/19/19 - Should I Rustproof?
Ron starts this episode taking a call on an 03 Buick LeSabre where the fuel guage shows full until almost empty : takes a call on a 12 Honda Accord where the caller asks if, to change fluids, should he do a double drain and fill : takes a call on a 16 Lexus asking about rustproofing : takes a call 02 Taurus that runs fine, then quits, and won’t restart unless you let it sit for a while. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 10/19/19 - Non Working Turbo
Ron starts this episode taking a call on a 13 Ford Escape where the turbo is not working : takes a call on a 13 Explorer with an intermittent backup camera : interviews John Hanighen, Director, Global Aftermarket Business/CEO Quick Lane Time & Auto Centers on Ford Diesels : answers an email on a Subaru where the writer smells coolant – and it tends to disappear. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 10/12/19 - My Car Just Died
Ron starts this hour talking about fuel stabilization to store a vehicle for winter : takes a call on a 91 Chevy Pickup that idles fine….then stalls out : takes a call on a 10 Volvo S80 where the caller lost a key – had a new one made – and now the car will start, but nothing will work : takes a call on an 02 F150 with no heat and looking for recommendation on making the car more stable in the winter : takes a call on an 04 Honda Accord LX where the car died – and is now no crank/no start. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 10/12/19 - The California Power Outages
Ron starts this episode talking to John Pearley Huffman, Contributing editor of Car & Driver Magazine, about the power outages in California and Tesla’s help to get people charged up : takes a call on an 05 Toyota Tundra with a radiator leak, asking questions on what type of radiator is best to replace it with : takes a call on an 18 Silverado where the caller is having a disagreement with the dealership on oil change intervals : takes a call on an 01 Chevy Express Cutaway with electronic throttle control problems. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 10/5/19 - Propane Enrichment
Ron starts this episode again talking about connected cars : takes a call on an 03 Honda CRV with a P505 code that can’t be cleared : takes a call on an 89 Toyota MR2 where the check engine light comes on at 4200 RPM, but goes off at 5000 RPM : takes a call from a listener that purchased the propane tool Ron recommended looking for help using it : and takes a call on an 03 Honda Accord with a stuck AC clutch. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.