Ron Ananian The Car Doctor

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.