Ron Ananian The Car Doctor
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Updated 3 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 - 12/30/17 - The Dodge That Randomly Shuts Off
Ron starts this episode with a call on a 2010 Dodge RAM 2500 that is randomly shutting off after warmup : takes a call on an Audio RX7 and questions on labor rates : talks about his late father in law’s Maserati : takes a call with general questions regarding wheel alignment. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 12/23/17 - Dealing with a Moaner and Groaner
This is a Best Of episode of The Car Doctor from September 9, 2017. Ron talks about what it takes to be a good mechanic - and dealing with moaner and groaner customers - tells the story of the Mazda Miata - answers an email on a 2001 Expedition with battery issues. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 12/23/17 - The Elves Abduct Ron
Tony and Tom arrive at the studio to find that the elves have abducted Ron to the North Pole to help Santa, but Ron has left interviews with Diablo Sport and Bosch, as well as his Night Before Christmas. Merry Christmas from The Car Doctor Show. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 12/16/17 - The 89 Bronco That Dies
Ron starts this episode talking about Chinese tires : takes a call on an 89 Bronco that wants to die when cold or when the engine is loaded electrically : takes a call on a 14 Chevy Impala with a question on changing the oil filter : talks to Harlan Siegal from LaunchTech about scan tools : then talks to a return caller with a 97 Silverado that Ron helped fix. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 12/16/17 - The Honda Civic That Skips Gears
Ron starts this episode talking about the woman who calls looking for her car – and looking for a person that does not exist : talks about a 2000 Nissan Frontier that came through the door this week : takes a call on an 02 Honda Civic that skips from 2nd to 3rd gear : takes a call on an 07 Isuzu I-290 that takes 10 minutes to start : talks about the anti theft systems in cars and the reprogramming of such. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 12/9/17 - Chinese Tires
Ron starts the episode with a call regarding a particular Chinese tire – takes a call from someone looking to buy a used pickup truck – talks to Tim McDonnell, Sr. Product Marketing Manager at Mitchell One about what may be coming in the future of diagnostics – takes a call on a 99 Grand Cherokee with problems with the heating system – talks about buying used cars. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 12/9/17 - Santa Calls In
Ron starts the episode with a call on a 13 Impala and questions on oils and filters – takes a call from the big man himself, Santa – takes a call looking for advice on how to interpret a voltmeter – tells a story about the car that came in that he accidentally got running, and it wouldn’t stop – then discusses winter tire pressure. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 12/2/17 - Turbo Engines
Ron starts this episode with a caller wanting to discuss turbo engines : takes a call on an 06 Mustang that goes through alternators : takes a call on a 94 Buick Roadmaster with its anti theft light stuck on : takes a call with thoughts on Tesla, autonomous cars, and spare tires : and takes a call on an 89 F150 with dual fuel tanks – and fuel being forced out of the front tank when the rear tank is online. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 12/2/17 - No Oil Pressure on Startup
Ron starts the episode with a call on an 03 GMC Sierra that shifts hard from 1st to 2nd : takes a call on a 99 Nissan Sentra and a comment on troubleshooting cat converters : talks about ignition off-draw : talks about a 2010 Ford Fusion that came into his shop that was dead and the results of a draw test : takes a call on a 13 Avenger with no heat or defrosters on the right side of the vehicle : takes a call on a 2000 F150 that indicates no oil pressure on start up : talks about an 03 Astro Van that was completely dead – but not what you think it would be. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 11/25/17 - Winter Car Prep
Ron starts this episode with a call on a 2000 Excursion diesel with shifting problems after towing a trailer – takes some time talking about exhaust leaks – call on an 08 Tacoma that stalls and is difficult on start up – interviews Rich White, Executive Director of The Car Care Council on winter preparations – and closes with an article stating that GM does not recommend fuel injector cleaning. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 11/25/17 - The Audi with the Dead Battery
Ron starts the episode with a return call on an 08 Audi A3 Quattro with a dead battery – takes a call on a 90 Bronco II that has an Explorer engine, transmission and rear end, and has poor gas mileage – makes a comment on Tesla semis – takes a call on an 05 Chevy Avalance that overheats sproatically – takes a call on extended warranties past 100K miles – ends the episode talking about Elon Musk and Tesla. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 11/18/17 - Extracting A Rounded Off Bolt
Ron starts this episode with a all on a 99 Dodge Ram 2500 where the caller is trying to replace the crank position sensor and accidentally rounded off a bolt – takes a call on an 08 Chrysler Town and Country that dies at idle – takes a call on an 05 PT Cruiser where the caller was told it needs a new computer, and he’s looking for a recommendation – takes a call on an 09 Jeep Wrangler where the caller wants to put a cold air filter system on the vehicle – and closes the episode talking about Module Master . Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 11/18/17 - Changing An Audi Battery
Ron starts this episode with a call discussing replacing the battery on an 08 Audi A3 Quattro – takes a call on a 90 Ford F250 that is showing low oil pressure – talks about a VW he worked on this week and (gasp) actually liked – takes a call on an 08 Nissan Frontier with questions on the horn and the cabin filter – email on how to keep a car stored when it will be in a place that is dry and heated. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 11/11/17 - The 99 Silverado That Won't Fire
This episode starts with a call on a 99 Silverado that turns over but doesn’t fire - answers an email on an 06 GMC Yukon with excessive tire ware - takes a call on a 2010 Honda Accord that burns oil at an incredible rate – takes a call on ridding an engine of sludge – call on a 97 Ford Probe GT with a bad fuel pump – call on a 97 Ford Probe where the fuel pump died. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 11/11/17 - Finding A Water Leak
This episode starts with a call on an 05 Chevy Tahoe with a water leak in the cab – takes a call on a 94 Buick Regal Limited with no heat – call on a 99 GMC pickup that is intermittently hard shifting – takes a call on a 92 Volvo 240 with 350K miles and general maintenance questions – call on 2004 Jeep Cherokee with a P0155 O2 sensor code. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 11/4/17 - The Dodge Avenger With 270K Miles
Ron starts with a phone call on an 09 Dodge Avenger with 270,000 miles and looking for maintenance advice – takes a call on an 88 Chevy Astro with transmission problems – call on 05 GMC Envoy with general questions on maintenance. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 11/4/17 - Sludge In The Engine
Ron starts the episode with a call on an 87 Econoline Club Wagon with sludge in the engine – answers an email regarding devices on cars like collision avoidance systems – takes a call from a woman who had a problem with an 03 VW TDI diesel and a follow up on the repair of the vehicle, and we get her mechanic on the line – answers an email on antifreeze mixing. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - Replacing The Timing Belt On A 99 Camry - 10/28/17
Ron starts this episode with a call on an 01 VW Golf TDI Diesel and a P1556 code – call on an 05 F150 with overheating issues – interview with Robert McBride of AllData – call on 99 Camry where the caller wants to replace the timing belt and water pump – and a call on a 08 Acacia with a shuddering transmission. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - The Obi-Wan Kenobi Moment- 10/28/17
Ron starts the episode talking about “The Obi-Wan Kenobi Moment” – takes a call on an 01 Volvo S-40 with a shimmy at 60-70 MPH – takes a call on an 07 Impala with a check engine light and codes P0128 and P0137 – email on a coolant leak on a 2011 Dodge Caravan. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 10/21/17 - Autonomous Vehicles in Manhattan
Ron starts the episode talking about upcoming autonomous vehicle testing in Manhattan - takes a call on an 06 Buick Rainier and questions on the all wheel drive system - takes a call on a 99 Camry that stalls out - takes a call with questions on the reliability of a 14 Accura - and answers an email on oil change intervals. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 10/21/17 - The Hummer That Won't Shift Out Of Park
Ron starts the episode telling the stories of the Hummer that won't shift out of park, and the bad GM brake switch - takes a call on using an oil pan drain valve - takes a call on a 12 Dodge Avenger about the airbag recall - takes a call on an 03 Taurus regarding how to tell if the alternator is going bad - and answers an email on doing a head gasket on an older vehicle. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 10/14/17 - The GM Electric Car
Ron starts this episode talking to Paul Eisenstein from thedetroitbureau.com about GM’s electric car announcement, and talks to callers about various car issues. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 10/14/17 - The Chrysler 300C
Ron starts this episode talking to callers about various car issues. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 10/7/17 - Why OEM Parts Last Longer
Ron starts the episode talking about why replacement parts don’t last as long as original equipment – takes a call on a 94 GMC Sierra K50 with no heat – talks about an article on GM going all electric – takes a call on cars going all electric and how they may perform in cold environments – talks about diagnosing cars rather than throwing parts at them – and takes a call on a 13 GMC Yukon where the caller is looking to change the shift points on his vehicle. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Car Doctor - 10/7/17 - How Long Should A Car Part Last?
Ron starts this episode asking how long a car part should last and trust in your mechanic – takes a call on an 05 Hyundai Santa Fe where the passenger headlight is dim, and after it is gassed up, it is difficult to start – answers an email on what constitutes a synthetic blend – call on a 2010 Chevy Aveo that is burning oil, somewhere – talks about using plugs in tires – and answers an email on a vehicle taken to a dealership for an oil change where the writer asked what the oil was and was told the oil was approved by the manufacturer, end of discussion. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.