Ron Ananian The Car Doctor

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The Car Doctor - 3/9/19 - Mechanic Rip Off Mar 09, 2019

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Ron starts this episode by continuing a call on a 99 Suburban where the caller thinks his mechanic is ripping him off : takes a call on a 04 E500 Mercedes where all the dash lights come on after he goes through a certain car wash : takes a call on an 06 PT Cruiser that slammed itself into 1st gear and is now stuck in 1st : takes a call asking his opinion on new/used SUV’s : takes a call from someone asking questions on possible problems in 02-05 Thunderbirds : takes a call on a 17 F250 where the trailer still shows it’s connected when it is not : takes a call on an 06 GMC Duramax 2500 where the caller is replacing brake system and wants to know about replacing things about radiators and such : takes a call on a 98 Ford Taurus where the interior lights stay on.

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The Car Doctor - 3/9/19 - 99 Impala Throttle Position Sensor Mar 09, 2019

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Ron starts this episode with a call on an 09 Impala that had it’s throttle position sensor replaced on a recall from Chevy – still has the problem : takes a call on an 09 Nissan Rogue with a door latch problem that Ron helped diagnose : takes a call on a 13 F150 with it’s brake light on : takes a call on a 99 Chevy Silverado with a screeching from the area of the left front axle/differential : takes a call on a 96 Chevy 1500 having intermittent transmission issues : takes a call on a 99 Suburban where the caller thinks his mechanic is ripping him off.

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The Car Doctor - 3/2/19 - 11 Edge Reflash Mar 02, 2019

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Ron starts this episode with the story of an 11 Ford Edge that was sent in for a reflash of the PCM : takes a call on a 99 Dodge Intrepid that is blowing cold air : takes a call on a 12 Acura asking the reliability between the 4 cylinder turbo or the 6 cylinder : takes a call on an 07 Grand Cherokee with an oil light on : takes a call on a 98 Explorer with a P0443 code : takes a call on a 15 Toyota Tacoma with a subtle rubbing sound : takes a call on an 11 GMC Sierra where the shift indicator is not working.

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The Car Doctor - 3/2/19 - Silverado Rumbling Tire Mar 02, 2019

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Ron starts this episode with a call on an 82 Ford F100 where the caller is looking for a proportioning valve for the brakes : takes a call on a 99 Silverado with a rumbling from the left front tire : talks to a retired Ford master mechanic about older parts availability : takes a call from a listener thanking Ron for giving him the knowledge to successfully troubleshoot a 10 Toyota Tundra with strange problems caused by a bad battery : answers an email about a Ford truck that had it’s injectors replaced, and he still smelled gas.

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The Car Doctor - 2/23/19 - Tesla Batteries Dying Feb 23, 2019

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Ron starts this episode by talking about Tesla batteries dying in cold weather : takes a call on a 13 Honda Civic and questions on routine maintenance : takes a call on a 19 Lincoln Continental that produces a strong sulfur smell : takes a call on a 10 Subaru Legacy that frequently stalls : takes a call on an 08 Audi A3 that has a whining in the rear : takes a call with a question on preventing ice buildup on headlights and windshield.

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The Car Doctor - 2/23/19 - 13 Focus Subwoofer Feb 23, 2019

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Ron starts this episode with a call on a 13 Ford Focus where the caller is trying to install a subwoofer amp and cannot get figure out how to get through the firewall : takes a call where the caller is looking for Ron’s opinion on Hyundai’s : takes a call on an 88 Chevy 1 ton pickup where the battery was changed and now it won’t start : interviews Ben Johnson, Director, Product Development of Mitchell 1 on ADAS, Advanced Driver Assist Systems : takes a call inquiring about buying a 2010 Ford Flex : answers an email on parts availability.

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The Car Doctor - 2/16/19 - Plastic In Cars Feb 16, 2019

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Ron starts this episode talking about plastic in cars : takes a call on an 11 Subaru Outback where, after an oil change, the clock won’t set : takes a call on an 04 E150 where a spark plug literally blew out of the engine block : takes a call on an 09 Nissan Rogue where the doors won’t open from the outside : takes a call on an 09 Honda CRV that will only start in “flood mode” : takes a call on a 94 F250 where the car is stored for the winter and the caller asks how often to exercise it : takes a call on a 78 Caddy Seville where the computer keeps failing : takes a call on a 16 Toyota Fourrunner looking for a proper way to clean the windows : and takes a call on an 07 F350 that throws codes with hauling a trailer.

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The Car Doctor - 2/16/19 - The Camaro Big Block Feb 16, 2019

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Ron starts this episode with a call on a 68 Camaro big block where the caller has issues with possibly vacuum or timing : takes a call from a return caller following up on his battery problem who also wants to talk about remote start : takes a call on an 01 GMC 1500 that sat for a while but won’t pass the California smog test : takes a call on a 98 Explorer with a vapor purge valve code : takes a call on a 14 Chevy Silverado where the entire vehicle vibrates at 60-65 MPH.

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The Car Doctor - 2/9/19 - Replacing a Charcoal Canister Feb 09, 2019

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Ron starts this episode with a call about a 17 Fusion with sync device problems : takes a call on a 14 Honda CRV where the caller would like to replace the present power mirrors with heated mirrors : takes a call on an 86 Olds Cutlass Supreme where the caller asks if the charcoal canister needs to be changed routinely : takes a call on a 12 Impala with blower motor issues : takes a call on a 96 F150 with noises coming from the steering rack and the steering is very stiff : takes a call on an 07 GMC Envoy where ice forms on the throttle body plate

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The Car Doctor - 2/9/19 - Honda Odyssey Broken Springs Feb 09, 2019

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Ron starts this episode with a call about putting remote start on an 18 Toyota Corolla, and a clicking sound when pressing on the brakes : takes a call on an 03 Lexus with a burning oil smell : takes a call on an 09 Ford 150 Lariat where the caller wants to discuss TPM sensors : takes a call on an 01 Honda Odyssey Minivan where this is the second time a spring on the front end has snapped, this time puncturing a tire, and also a question on the possibility of buying a car without all the fancy electronic gadgets : takes a call on a 15 F250 where the radio needed to be rebooted, and now there are no left speakers.

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