Ron Ananian The Car Doctor

Ron starts this episode taking a call on an 08 Kia Rio that his misfire codes : takes a call on an 09 Nissan Altima with squeaking brakes : takes a call on a 98 Chevy Pickup with lean mix error codes : talks about jacks for changing tires on cars : and answers an email on Mitchell One.

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Ron starts this episode talking about the “uh-oh” moment when fixing a car : takes a call on a 92 Toyota Camper with light problems : takes a call on an 06 Buick Lucerne with a leaking oil pan gasket : takes a call on an 04 Nissan Altima with a fuel pump problem : and takes a call on an 18 Dodge Charger that appears to have cosmetic damage on the engine.

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Ron starts this episode talking about keeping your emotions out of repairing your car : discusses Dad SOS calls with cars : takes a call on car restoration places : takes a call on a 99 Volvo S10 where the battery was changed and the caller entered the wrong code into the radio for the anti theft system : takes a call on a 13 Buick Encore where the radiator fans run all the time – even when the car is off.

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Ron starts this episode talking about the recent ASE test he took and how it’s geared toward electrical questions : takes a call on an 02 Pontiac Grand Prix that has both a mode actuator door problem and a gas tank locking ring problem : takes a call on a 97 Camry with a check engine light, ABS and traction off lights on : talks about an article on Ford’s decision to retire most passenger cars : takes a call on the possibility of GM getting rid of vehicles that use regular fuel in favor of premium : and talks about Mitchell One Sure Tracks.

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Ron starts this episode stating that you need to be like Columbo with auto repair with a story on an 03 GMC Yukon that would stall on right hand turns : takes a call on an 09 Sienna with a periodic loud rattle on starting : takes a call on an 07 Silverado with intermittent speakers : takes a call on a 93 Subaru Loyalo that hesitates and stalls.

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Ron starts this episode with a call from someone whose son just graduated and is looking for a car – and is looking for suggestions : takes a call on an 03 Subaru Forrester where the AC compressor doesn’t kick in : talks about a bearing replacement he did this week : takes a call on a 38 Willys Coupe that the caller is putting a modern engine in.

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Ron starts this episode talking about an article stating that Fiat-Chrysler is recalling 4 Million vehicles because the cruise control does not shut off : takes a call on a 14 Camry that started life getting 32.1 MPG and now gets 28.2. Why? : takes a call on an 07 Ford F150 that will not engage 4 wheel drive on the fly : talks about a free Mitchell One database : and takes a call on someone looking to convert a van to an RV, but can’t find information.

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Ron starts this episode interviewing Chuck Wanamaker regarding the upcoming Waldwick car show : takes a call on a 74 Chevy Caprice where the brake pedal sticks down : takes a call on an 05 Chrysler Town and Country minivan that goes through windshield wipers : Ron talks about an 03 Chevy Tahoe with a check engine light and a lean fuel code.

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Ron starts this episode taking a call on a 2012 Camry where the drivers window comes down half way after putting it up : takes a call from a caller with an interesting viewpoint on autonomous cars : takes a call on an 08 Dodge Durango with power steering issues : takes a call about $25 oil changes : answers an email on diagnosing a car : takes a call on a 65 Beetle with a starting circuit problem : and takes a thank you call for a repair on a Volvo C70.

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Ron starts this episode talking about Route 66, and a thermostat repair : takes a call on an 07 Saturn Ion with an acceleration problem : takes a call on an 07 Toyota RAV4 with tips on how to keep this high mileage car running : takes a call on a 2000 Monte Carlo that has multiple problems.

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Ron starts this episode about a Lexus coming into the shop with low idle : takes a call on a 94 Silverado where the caller is having trouble starting it after changing the head gaskets : and calls pertaining to transmission fluid changes and battery draw.

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Ron starts this episode talking about a 2007 Pontiac that came into the shop with its left front brake locking up : takes a call on a 97 Silverado with a steering problem that Ron helped solve : takes a call on a that has trouble getting gas into it : takes a call on an 02 Buick with no start/no crank : takes a call on an 02 Honda Civic that has a burnt valve.

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Ron starts this episode with a call on a 99 Ranger whose AC/heat fan only works on high : takes a call on a 16 Charger SRT where the callers oil change saved him $5,000 : tells the story of a Kia that came in with the battery light on : takes a call on a 13 Ford Expedition where the caller asks about the effects of car washes on brakes, and also wants to ask about push button start cars : discusses the call he got where the caller wanted a brake quote over the phone : takes a call from a caller looking to buy a 17 Mitsubishi FUSA SG : and takes a call on an 11 Grand Marquis that slows down with weight in the car.

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Ron starts this episode with the story of the 2003 Chevy Silverado diesel that had no communication with the trans module and what the problem was : takes a call on a 99 Volvo C70 with acceleration issues : talks about a vehicle that came in with bald tires and the person did not want to replace them : takes a call about the 3 year service on a 2015 Subaru : takes a call on a 12 Jeep Grand Cherokee that had a transfer case replaced and it now takes several seconds to get into gear.

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Ron starts this episode talking about Ford abandoning sedans : takes a call on an 18 Sienna and the manufacturer’s suggested oil change interval of 20,000 miles : takes a call from the owner of a repair shop regarding carburetors : takes a call on an 08 GMC where the 4 wheel drive quit : takes a call on an 06 PT Cruiser with a shimmy.

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Ron starts this episode talking about Carpenter Bob’s truck where the engine failed, and the scams perpetrated on finding its replacement – buyer beware : takes a call from a listener looking to discuss DIY car repairs : takes a call from a caller who’s kids want her to trade her 2012 RAV4 so she doesn’t get stuck in the winter : and takes a call on an 02 Ranger that cuts out at 3500 RPM.

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Ron starts this episode with a call on a 96 Ford E-150 with a non working cruise control : takes a call discussing using LP gas in a cold environment (Minnesota) : takes a call on an 07 Hyundai Sonata that has a P0442 code : takes a call on an 03 GMC 2500 with rodent problems : and takes a call for a discussion on things like cars no longer taking regular fuel.

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Ron starts this episode talking about finding a good mechanic and a tribute to Ken Dolan of The Dolans who passed on recently : takes a call on a 15 Subaru Legacy with questions on 3 year service : takes a call on an 83 Camaro where the caller would like to change it to fuel injection : takes a call on an 02 Camry that had a leaking radiator and once the radiator was replaced and the fans kicked on, it died.

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Ron starts this episode with a note from a Toyota Master Tech regarding customer service and opening his own shop : takes a call on an 03-04 Windstar regarding recalls and an 04-05 Odyssey asking about oil brands : takes a call on an 09 Mustang GT that was rearended, and the caller asks if it’s worth fixing : takes a call on an 07 Chevy Malibu with a check engine light : and takes a call comparing two different Toyota vehicles.

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Ron starts this episode talking about how to interview a mechanic : takes a call on an 07 Silverado that has dragging brakes : takes a call on an 04 Tahoe where the caller is looking to replace the fuel pump and wants tips : takes a call on an 05 Silverado where road salt ate through the steel cover on the rims and the wheel disintegrated : takes a call on a 96 GMC 1 ton pickup that has heat problems.

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Ron starts this episode talking about Gardner Exhaust in Rhinebeck, NY, a company that makes exhaust systems for muscle cars, and his roadtrip to nowhere : takes a call on an 11 RAM 2500 with a transmission that pulses in reverse : takes a call on an 83 Pontiac Grand Am with a question on idle speed : takes a call on an 02 Ford Ranger where the emergency brake is inoperative : takes a call on a charging problem with a generator.

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Ron starts this episode talking about the crazy things he works on daily and the variety of technology in cars today : takes a call on an 05 Toyota RAV 4 with a rattle from the engine : takes a call on a 90 Cavalier and how to change the struts.

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Ron starts this episode with a call on an 86 Cutlass with high hydrocarbons : takes a call on a 97 K1500 with power steering issues : takes a call with questions on how accessible vehicle electronics can be via satellite : takes a call on a 96 Chrysler New Yorker with bucking and hesitation under load : takes a call on a 10 Jeep Patriot that does not blow air from the forward vents : and ends with a question on Berryman products.

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Ron starts this episode with a rant on self driving cars : takes a call on a 10 Camry with an intermittent blower problem : takes a call on an 06 Jeep Liberty with a question on the odometer : takes a call asking about obtaining a car without power steering : takes a call on a 2000 Monte Carlo that possibly had a piston head come off : a Ford Master Mechanic calls to discuss self driving features : and takes a call from a listener with comments about K-Seal.

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Ron is not feeling well this week, so we present The Best of The Car Doctor.

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Ron is not feeling well this week, so we present a best of show.

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Ron broadcasts from the TST Big Event in Westchester, NY, talking to persons who train auto technicians on the latest technology.

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Ron broadcasts from the TST Big Event in Westchester, NY, talking to various persons who train auto technicians on the latest technology.

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Ron starts this episode with a call on an 06 Tundra and questions on the fuel system : takes a call on a 98 Jeep with an ongoing problem with bad acceleration that the caller has finally fixed : takes a call 97 Eagle Vision that bucks at 60 MPH : takes a call from a caller who experienced unattended acceleration : takes a call from a tech that bought an 08 Highlander from a customer who overheated it and wants Ron’s opinion on how to make it reliable.

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Ron starts this episode stating that you need to be out of your mind to fix cars – and tells the continuing saga of his Ford Ranger : takes a call on an 11 Nissan Altima with questions on transmission recalls : takes a call on an 07 Ford Escape that gets heat when driving, but blows cold air when it comes to a stop : takes a call with a question on Seafoam versus Berryman products, and asks what exactly Dynoride is on a 97 LeSabre.

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Ron starts this episode talking about a caller with a vehicle that the dealership told her she needed to replace the headrest and an airbag issue – who brought it to Ron’s shop : takes a cll on an 05 Toyota Tundra where the horn does not work and the airbag light is on after a rack and pinion replacement : takes a call on self driving car technology : takes a call on a 98 Jeep that the caller has been working on – this is an update.

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Ron starts this episode talking about the two vehicles he worked on this week that involved brakes and trust in mechanics over safety items : takes a call on a 2009 BMW with a question on sealed transmissions with lifetime fluid : takes a call on a Chevy Silverado pickup and a possible transmission problem : takes a call on a 2000 Toyota Corolla with questions on changing the transmission fluid : and answers an email regarding the use of K-Seal in a system with DexCool.

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Ron starts this episode with a call on an 06 Toyota Highlander where the listener is trying to drop the transmission pan and he also has a cooling system question : takes a call on a battery for a 65 Beetle and an 08 Audi A3 looking for proper seat removal instructions so as not to set off the airbag : takes a call wanting to discuss carbonization in Ford engines : takes a call on a Dodge Caravan where certain things like wipers don’t work : and takes a call from a caller with a similar problem on a Dodge Caravan.

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Ron starts this episode talking about his Suburban transmission replacement and his week at the shop, and the corroded wire on top of the gas tank : takes a call on a 12 Dodge Caliber that has squeaky brakes when the pedal is released : takes a call on a 13 Silverado with ticking noises from the engine : takes a return call on a 98 Jeep Cherokee that will miss and backfire on acceleration, but idles fine : answers an email from a listener on what car to buy and answers an email about his transmission replacement on the Suburban and the undercarriage treatment he uses.

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Ron starts this episode taking a call on a 10 Ford F150 with multiple cylinder misfires : takes a call on an 10 Ford E350 with a rough start : takes a call on an 05 Yukon Denali that has possible security system problems : takes a call on an 05 Mitsubishi Lancer with multiple issues : and takes a call on a 65 VW Beetle batteries.

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Ron starts this episode talking about why it’s difficult to walk into a repair shop : takes a call on a 2000 Toyota Sienna where the listener can’t pump gas into it and talks with the caller : takes a call on a 97 Z28 that has started running hot.

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Ron starts this episode talking about dumb design : answers an email on grades of GM parts – what is the difference in quality? : takes a calls on self driving cars.

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Ron starts this episode talking about his week and the car that caught fire : takes a call on a 05 Chevy Tahoe with questions on how to properly change the coolant : takes a call on a 98 Jeep that backfires when revved.

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Ron starts this episode with a call on a 96 Lexus LS450 that is hard braking : takes a call on a 96 Dodge RAM 1500 where the blower only works on high speed – and the caller has changed the resistor : takes a call on an 05 Mitsubishi Lancer where the caller can’t clear the codes and it also has trouble idling : takes a call on a 16 Jeep Cherokee setting an occasional P0128.

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Ron starts this episode talking about numerous items at the shop this week : talks about the 2012 Toyota Sienna AWD failure : takes a call on an 06 Honda Odyssey with a power window issue : takes a call on oil change intervals : takes a call on a 98 Jeep Cherokee that idles OK, but cuts out and backfires : talks about the 2010 Subaru Legacy that stalled – intermittently : discusses an 05 Malibu with a passenger side front seat that had its ratchet mechanism wear out – and is now unobtainium.

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Ron starts this episode talking about integration of cars with voice technology : takes a call on an 87 Buick Grand National with a power antenna problem : answers an email on a 98 Dodge RAM that has problems staying running : takes a call from someone who buys and sells Chevys regarding technology : takes a call on an 07 Honda Odyssey with power steering issues.

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Ron starts this episode with the story of the mushy brake pedal on a 2008 Ford Expedition : takes a call on how to prevent corrosion on a vehicle : takes a call on a 98 Jeep Cherokee that has problems running : talks about problems at Tesla : answers an email on batteries and tires.

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Ron starts this episode talking about an article on electric cars from BMW and Volvo : takes a call on a 93 Ford Tempo that has a massive power steering leak, and a Cadillac Broughm with transmission troubles : takes a call on a 2012 Ford Fusion with questions on rust prevention : talks to Ron Ross about changes in the racing industry : takes a call on an 06 Dodge Stratus with tips on water pump replacement : takes a call on a 2000 Jeep Cherokee that drops temp during extreme cold weather.

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Ron starts the episode with a call on an 05 Mitsubishi Lancer that starts and runs at idle, but will not increase RPM : talks about how to diagnose a curb slide : takes a call on a 2001 Dodge 2500 where the caller had the transmission rebuilt and now it feels mushy again : discusses a real fix sent by the folks at Mitchell One : takes a call from a caller looking to have a discussion on driving habits : and answers an email on an 09 Chevy pickup with squeaky doors.

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Ron starts talking about the weather and why that’s important : takes a call on a 99 Ford F250 Super Duty where the coolant level fluctuates : Ron talks about how the weather affects your car : talks to the owner of an 03 Sierra that Ron assisted in getting repaired : answers an email on a spark plug change on an F350 : and answers an email on scan tools

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Ron starts this episode talking about the weird end to the week in his shop : takes a call on a 98 Jeep Cherokee where the transmission speed sensor was changed, and now the engine does not run correctly : takes a call on a 13 Subaru Forrester that had a Cat code that went away, and an 06 Toyota Highlander that could not be aligned due to a bent right rear control arm – but the caller cannot find anything bent.

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Ron starts the episode with a call on an 01 Toyota Land Cruiser with a misfire and a flashing check engine light : talks to a Ford Master Mechanic on winter tips : takes a call on an 09 F150 on flushing the transmission : takes a call to chat about turbos and hybrid cars.

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Ron starts the episode with comments on safety issues in very cold winter weather : talks about Nissan developing a self driving car by using brain waves : takes a call regarding E10 gasoline and using additives to store a vehicle for winter : takes a call on an 11 Ford Edge that hesitates : takes a call from Hawaii just to bust his chops on the temperature difference : talks about an article on Tesla and their production and cash flow : and tells his New Year’s Eve Tesla story.

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Ron starts this episode with a call on a 06 Malibu that is draining the battery after 10 hours : has a discussion about aftermarket parts versus OEM parts : talks with Mike Schlup of K-Seal : and talks to a retired Ford master mechanic about labor rates.

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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.

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