Ron Ananian The Car Doctor

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Your Cheapest Car Is the One You Already Own

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/08/01

August 1, 2026 Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor With new vehicle prices climbing toward record highs and replacement costs continuing to rise, Ron explains why the smartest financial decision may be taking better care of the vehicle already sitting in your driveway. He discusses the true cost of replacing a car versus repairing one, why deferred maintenance often turns into expensive repairs, and why a trusted repair shop is protecting far more than your transportation—it's protecting your

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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - July 25, 2026 - Hour 2...

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/07/25

This week on Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, Ron explains why the best repairs begin with the basics—not assumptions. A 2010 Ford Explorer with transmission trouble leads to a deeper discussion about water-damaged electronics, obsolete parts, and why replacing the obvious problem first often saves time and money. Then it's a conversation about Subaru's automatic stop/start system, warranty concerns, and whether aftermarket modifications really put you at risk. Ron also welcomes Tony Ingram of

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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor -July 25, 2026 - Hour 1 -...

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/07/25

Sometimes the hardest repair is the one you refuse to make. This week on Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, Ron shares the story of a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee with inoperative air conditioning that raises a much bigger question than a failed relay. When the factory repair requires replacing a $1,000 power distribution center, why not simply wire in a new relay? The answer comes down to professional responsibility, liability, and understanding the difference between repairing a vehicle and redesigning it

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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - October 17, 2015 - ...

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/07/22

From the Car Doctor archives (October 2015). Long before software updates and vehicle programming became everyday repair procedures, Ron Ananian was explaining why the future of automotive service would depend as much on computers as wrenches. In this classic episode, Ron sits down with Hugh Atkins of Drew Technologies to discuss J2534 programming, factory software flashing, and why independent repair shops need access to the same programming capabilities as dealerships. It's a fascinating look back

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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor ,...

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/07/22

Originally broadcast on October 17, 2015, this classic episode showcases the diagnostic philosophy that has defined Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor for more than three decades. Ron shares two unforgettable repair stories from the R\A Automotive service bay. A 2008 Hyundai Tucson that spent three years bouncing between repair shops—and collecting unnecessary repairs—is finally fixed after one simple diagnostic test. Then a seemingly complicated no-start on a 2010 Toyota Yaris, already

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34:39

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - July 18, 2026 - Hour 2...

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/07/18

Is your Ford or GM 10-speed transmission shifting hard, flaring between gears, or acting unpredictably? Ron explains why these transmissions commonly develop problems, what should be checked before replacing a transmission, and why software updates, fluid condition, and valve body issues can all play a role. Ron also answers questions about a high-mileage Acura RDX transmission, discusses whether it's smarter to repair or replace an older vehicle, explains what "Top Tier" gasoline really means and

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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - July 18, 2026 - Hour 1...

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/07/18

When One Glow Plug Can Cost You an Engine A simple check engine light on a high-mileage 2016 Chevy Silverado Duramax turns into a lesson in why experience matters. Ron shares the tense, hour-long battle to safely remove a seized glow plug without turning an $800 repair into an $18,000 engine replacement—and explains why the best technicians know when to slow down. Also this week, Ron talks with a Honda owner wondering if a dealership's $3,300 repair recommendation is really necessary, helps

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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - July 11, 2026 Hour 2 -...

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/07/11

Ron answers a wide range of listener questions that all come back to one idea: smart maintenance pays off. From choosing the right spark plugs for a classic '69 Chevy Nova to synthetic oil change intervals, reviving a stored Honda CR-V, and whether to disable auto stop/start on a late-model Acura, the focus is on making vehicles last longer. Plus, Ron explains why diesel fuel additives can be a worthwhile investment for owners of today's modern diesel trucks. Car Advice, Done Right. 🌐Visit:

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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - July 11, 2026 Hour 1 -...

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/07/11

The Perfect Storm of Auto Repair A simple A/C complaint on a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee quickly turns into a lesson on why repair estimates are only educated guesses. Ron explains how one failed component can uncover several more—and why proper diagnostics always come before replacing parts. Also this week, Ron helps a listener solve a persistent EVAP system fault on a Kia Soul, explains why testing beats guessing every time, and answers questions about suspension noises and airbag warning

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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - July 4, 2026 - Hour 2 -...

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/07/04

Don't Let the Little Things Ruin Your Trip Before you head out for your next road trip, Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, has one simple question: Do you know where your wheel lock key is? It sounds like a small detail—until a flat tire leaves you stranded hundreds of miles from home. Ron shares a real-world story that proves the little things can quickly become big problems when you're on the road. Also this week, Ron helps a listener choose between Ford's 2.7L EcoBoost and the legendary 5.0L V8,

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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - July 4, 2026 - Hour 1 -...

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/07/04

Automotive Couples Counseling Can a husband and wife experience the exact same car problem and remember it completely differently? This week on The Car Doctor, Ron Ananian explains why the most valuable diagnostic tool in his shop isn't a scan tool, lab scope, or smoke machine—it's the chair in front of the service counter. After listening to a couple describe an intermittent stalling problem from two very different perspectives, Ron discovers that the missing clue wasn't under the hood at

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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor -June 27, 2026 - Hour 1 -...

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/06/27

A late-model Ford Edge had everyone stumped. Multiple repair shops, multiple replacement parts, no check engine light, and no diagnostic trouble codes—yet it still refused to start. Ron explains why the best diagnostics begin before the engine is ever cranked, using live scan tool data like coolant temperature, ambient air temperature, battery voltage, fuel pressure, and barometric pressure to verify what the PCM believes is happening. It's a lesson in real-world troubleshooting that every

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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - June 27, 2026 - Hour 2...

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/06/27

This week Ron explains why great technicians don't start by replacing parts—they start by proving what's actually wrong. A stubborn Honda Accord air conditioning problem, a Ford Edge with two unrelated faults, and a discussion of real-world diagnostic strategy all reinforce one lesson: understanding how a system works will always beat guessing. Also this hour: Why testing beats replacing. Ford Edge A/C diagnosis after collision repairs. Battery failures that don't behave like battery

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36:42

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor -...

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/06/20

This week, Ron dives into the ever-growing role of technology in automotive repair. First, he welcomes Hugh Atkins of Drew Technologies for a discussion on computer flashing, module programming, and why software updates have become a routine part of modern vehicle service. Ron then takes a call on a 2010 GMC Savana 3500 and discusses the pros and cons of switching to synthetic transmission fluid in a higher-mileage vehicle. Later, Harlan Siegel of Launch Tech USA joins the program to talk scan tool

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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor,...

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/06/20

Ron starts the hour with not one, but two Repair of the Week stories that left even him shaking his head. Sometimes the hardest part of fixing cars isn't the diagnosis—it's understanding how they got into that condition in the first place. Ron then takes a call on a 2004 Pontiac Vibe and answers a variety of maintenance and repair questions before welcoming special guest Jerry Ostalecki from GetGibbs.com to discuss lubricants, corrosion protection, and keeping equipment running longer. Later,

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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - June 20, 2026 - Hour 1...

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/06/20

A Car Dr. Classic repeat from February of 2026. Ron and the crew are off this weekend to celebrate Father's Day and get a little family maintenance time.Enjoy! Call the 24/7 Listener Hotline: (855) 560-9900 🌐 Visit: CarDoctorShow.com 📸 Follow Ron on Instagram: @ronananian 🎥 Watch repair tips and shop videos on YouTube 📻 Join the conversation LIVE Saturdays 2–4 PM Eastern See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - June 20, 2026 - Hour 2...

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/06/20

A second hour Car Dr. Classic repeat from February of 2026. Ron and the crew are off this weekend to celebrate Father's Day and get a little family maintenance time.Enjoy! Call the 24/7 Listener Hotline: (855) 560-9900 🌐 Visit: CarDoctorShow.com 📸 Follow Ron on Instagram: @ronananian 🎥 Watch repair tips and shop videos on YouTube 📻 Join the conversation LIVE Saturdays 2–4 PM Eastern See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - 6/13/26 Hour 2 -...

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/06/13

This week onRon Ananian, The Car Doctor, a listener preparing to fulfill a lifelong dream of traveling historic Route 66 sparks a conversation about America's automotive past, the roads that built the country, and the memories that still live along the Mother Road. Ron shares stories about the history of Route 66, the rise of the Interstate Highway System, classic television, small-town America, and why some of the best automotive adventures happen when you slow down and take the long way there

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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - June 13, 2026 - Hour 1...

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/06/13

This week on Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, a repair story that refuses to go away comes full circle. Ron revisits the now-famous $16,000 Chevy Tahoe transmission repair, the real-world case that sparked conversations about whether it's better to repair the vehicle you own or start over with another unknown used car. But the story takes an unexpected turn when a chance encounter with a listener reveals that sometimes the lessons behind the repair matter more than the repair itself. Along the way, Ron

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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - June 6, 2026 - Hour 2 -...

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor ·

2026/06/06

This week on Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, Ron shares the story of a 2021 Chevy Suburban that suddenly became a no-start vehicle four months after being repaired from an accident. What appeared to be a simple breakdown turned into a lesson in modern diagnostics, networked vehicle systems, and why today's cars can develop problems long after the original event that caused them. Ron explains how fault codes don't necessarily tell you what's broken, only where the computers became confused, and why

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