Under The Hood show

Under The Hood show

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A fun Call-in show blending entertainment and car news with repair advice. The Motor Medics keep you entertained and help you understand your cars and trucks. Airing on over 225 stations across America since 1990 we are America's Largest car talk show. BestAutomotivePodcast2025

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Why Can't I Turn Off My Car?

Opening talk 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Hard to fill with gas Chevy Malibu why does my car not shut off? 2017 Subaru Warning lights The Reese Remote Trailer Brake Control not an ad or partner 2008 Impala Ignition switch not working Ice Storms and car issues

S33E1926 Feb 06, 2023 46 min

Best of Under The Hood Pt 2

Here is the best of Under The Hood Pt 2

S33E1933 Feb 01, 2023 52 min

My Driveshaft Ripped In Half and Took Out My Differentials

Why does my 2007 Honda Ridgeline misfire? Valves or not? Why did my driveshaft come off and my Differentials both Break? Wrong Size Tires Why does my Ford F250 Diesel engine die when Wipers are turned on? Why does my 2020 Subaru Legacy not warm up after it overheated? UTI.edu Universal Technical Institute and a Hoodie Winner Dale King. Did I overfill my 2020 Jeep Wrangler Differential? Jeep Eco Diesel Should I flush my GMC Duramax Allison Transmission? Thank you shout-outs to listeners Why does my 2011 Ford F150 not crank? Starter, Security System? Does my 2017 Chevy Suburban need a Camshaft Variation Relearn?

S33E1925 Feb 01, 2023 68 min

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S33E1924 Jan 29, 2023 47 min

You Can Balance A Square Car Tire

- Is the wheel or tire bad? - Replacing Heater knobs - Dorman Products Replacing Instrument Clusters - Bad Tire Pressure Sensors - Ford Fiesta Turn Signals wont work - Jeep long wait for shift when cold - Installing a Remanufactured engine tips Toyota Tacoma - Hyundai Tucson Burning Oil and blown up - What type of engine oil to use

S33E1923 Jan 25, 2023 53 min

Join The Shop Squad NGK Wants You!

Opening with automotive news - Jeep Liberty Seat Belts wont release - Low fuel pressure on a Ford - P0420 Bad Cats or not? - Ford Escape Trans Pump Broken - Ford Escape Turbo noise - How to find a Exhaust leak cold - What is Auto Start Stop?

S33E1922 Jan 22, 2023 58 min

LS Swaps Mice Eating Cars and Car Questions Galore

1.My cam sensor has failed. How do I fix it?  2. When I install a flat bed what do I do about my radar sensors? 3. How do I add cruise to a vehicle? 4. 1971 Chevy NOVA LS Swap stuck injectors. 5. Why is my battery draining on my Lincoln? 6. Why does my Hyundai have a idle problem? No codes. 7. 1988 Jeep Comanche distributor.  8. Why does my Dakota truck randomly die? 9. Why don't I have good heat in my Dodge truck? 10. Help with a 2017 Nissan CVT Trans Cheap repair.

S33E1921 Jan 18, 2023 62 min

What Kind Of Fuel Mileage Should My Car or Truck Get?

1. How do I install a distributor? 2. What kind of mileage should my 202 F150 Diesel Get? 3. Should I flush my Honda trans or not?  4. Can I use Ethanol in my new car? 5. Does my truck have a key security issue? No crank. 6. When should I think about glow plugs on a diesel truck? 7. Running flex fuel ethanol in my 1967 Suburban... With LS Engine.

S33E1920 Jan 15, 2023 47 min

Don't Mess Around With Exhaust Gasses in the Car!

1. My 1995 GMC Yukon overheated when it was below zero but now is ok. What happened? 2. My 2012 Honda CR-V ran low on oil. Did I damage the engine? 3. 1996 Jeep bogs down. It doesn't miss but loses power. 4. Why does my Toyota Camry misfire on cold start only? 5. 2022 KIA gives us headaches while driving. The dealer says its ok, but we all get sick every time. 6. Why does my 2002 Chevy Express van go into low power mode? I can't find parts. 7. Does my 2004 Chevy Tahoe need a timing chain? 8. Why does my 2010 Chevy Impala have a power steering whine?

S33E1919 Jan 11, 2023 57 min

And Then There Was One. Where are Chris and Shannon?

Shannon is away in sunny Florida and Chris is snowbound. Russ takes the wheel a little lonely. Will he make it? 1. Why does my 1995 Jeep Cherokee 4x4 have a clunk from the rear end while in 4-wheel drive? 2.Why does my 1995 Chevy Truck die while running then I have to put the gas pedal to the floor to start it? 3. My 2003 Dodge Durango has a broken blower motor. I have replaced the blower and resistor several times. How do I fix it? 4. Should I use Oil Additives in my car? I am in Canada. 5. Ford Escape escapes us. 6.Why is my 2005 F250 Ford Truck stuck in low 4-wheel drive? 7. Are my head gaskets bad on my 2000 Jeep Liberty? Coolant leaks from the exhaust.

S33E1918 Jan 08, 2023 46 min

Keep That Battery Charged

Did the deep freeze effect your car? We have sub-zero temps all the way down to the deep south. 

S33E1917 Jan 04, 2023 56 min

Sub Zero Temps Kill Cars

Were back! Well, everyone but Russ. 

S33E1916 Jan 02, 2023 47 min

Best of Christmas Show 2022 PT2

Best of Under The Hood 2022 Merry Christmas week 2022. 

S33E1915 Dec 28, 2022 45 min

Christmas Best of Show PT1

Best of Under The Hood Chriistmas 2022 Merry Christmas from all of us to you.

S33E1914 Dec 25, 2022 43 min

A Free Public Pool and Electricity You Choose The Outcome

Why does my starter keep cranking? 1966 Buick Skylark burns oil Why does my alarm go off by itself. 2012 Ram Why does my heater not work? 2000 Ford F150 F150 Coyote Engine misfire The Tesla Pee Pool coming to a supercharger near you.  

S33E1913 Dec 21, 2022 59 min

The Salt Monster Has Come To Eat Our Cars

What happens when you put two different size tires on your modern car or truck? Why does my engine burn oil? How can I find new wheels for my car? Why is my 2012 Chrysler Town and Country van dying? Why does my 4x4 not work on my 2007 Ram 1500?

S33E1912 Dec 18, 2022 46 min

Fuel Mileage Oil Types Radio Questions and More

1.2019 Ford F150 with a Canada Speedometer wants to switch to US. 2. 2018 GMC Why is my Low Coolant Light on.  3. 2015 Lincoln MKC with block crack. 4. 1999 Suburban engine misfire. 5. What oil should I use in my 1936 Chevy? 6. My radio failed in my KIA Optima. 7. 2021 Ram V6 gets bad mileage. Is it normal?

S33E1911 Dec 14, 2022 62 min

Cars Catching Fire By Themselves And They're Not Electric

1,When a transmission gets real hot what damage can it cause? Chevy Truck. 2, What is causing my Toyota Tacoma Rear ABS Codes. 3. A 2002 F250 Diesel caught fire by itself. Possibly a brake recall. 4. Should I buy a Ford with a 5.4 engine? Expedition. 5. A Battery Drain success story we answered the question earlier. 6. A 2008 Lexus SC430 with radio noise.  7. 1999 Ford Explorer Hard start. Fuel pressure regulator. 

S33E1910 Dec 11, 2022 46 min

Should I Cover Grill In The Winter?

Does my truck have a engine misfire or transmission problem? Why does my starter keep cranking on my 66 T-Bird? Should I use a radiator cover (cold front) on my truck? Do you think my rear wheel bearings on my Suburban are bad? Swapping LS engines between years. Fixing AFM. Trans shifting issues in a 1994 F150. A Dodge Power Wagon from the 1960s with a rusty tank. 2012 Ford F150 Start Up Rattle. 2006 Silverado Trans Shift issue. 

S33E1909 Dec 07, 2022 52 min

Winter Rust Attacking Our Cars and Trucks Blaster To The Rescue

We talk to Blaster on the podcast today about ways to stop, prevent, and fix rust and loosen almost anything. Why does my 2004 Subaru start hard when cold? Why does my Honda Accord have so many warning lights on when cold? Why does my 1987 Buick Grand National eat so many new fuel pumps? I need more battery power for my Ford Truck. After engine replacement my Ford Focus engine wont idle. 2012 Ram Grill Shutters broken? 2002 Dodge Dakota Idle Flair.

S33E1908 Dec 04, 2022 56 min

The Best of Under The Hood Ep2 Thanksgiving 2022

The Best of Under The Hood Ep2 Thanksgiving 2022

S33E1907 Nov 30, 2022 50 min

Best of Under The Hood EP1 Thanksgiving 2022

The best of Under The Hood EP 1 Thanksgiving 2022

S33E1906 Nov 26, 2022 42 min

Warming Up A Cold Car Or Not

How long should I warm up my new car? Do I need a new engine or is it a scam? Is my car a collector car or not? 1996 Toyota Previa Supercharged van.  Warming up and EV battery car. A 1991 Volvo with a custom V8 E.Vs in cold weather. How do they run?

S33E1905 Nov 24, 2022 47 min

What To Do When Key Fob is Not Detected

2007 GMC goes into Limp Mode ABS and Trac Light on repeat failure. Is your Fuel Tank Half Full or Half Empty? 1999 Ford Ranger Rich and Lean at same time. 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. Key Fob not detected. Where to find hard to find parts. Finding a battery drain.

S33E1904 Nov 20, 2022 46 min

Should You Install A Engine Block Heater?

1. My new battery goes dead in a few hours. Will my car catch fire? 2. My 2009 Kia Door Dash Car has low power. 3. My fuel gauge on my Tahoe move around a lot.  4. A shop broke my lug nut studs and the wheels are noisy now. 5. Should I buy a Engine Block Heater? 6. 2008 Toyota Tundra Air Injection Light On. 7. 2006 Dodge 3.4 Ton Abs and Brake Lights are on. 8. Impala Heater Motors and Brake Dust. 9. Battery Block Heater Remote Switches. 

S33E1903 Nov 16, 2022 65 min