Signs Your Car or Truck May Need New Spark Plugs and Attempting Auto Repair On Your Own

Details: Date: 2025-03-22

Bumper to Bumper Radio, the car guys on KTAR, 92.3 FM in Phoenix, AZ, broadcast every Saturday from 11:00 am to noon. On this show, Matt Allen of Virginia Auto Service talks about the negative effects of attempting to repair or service your vehicle on your own. Also on this show:

Maintenance and automotive services to consider before temperatures reach 100 degrees.
Important information about your vehicle's battery health.
Inspecting or replacing your tires prior to rising temperatures.
How to get 30% off your purchase at Shady Rays!
2005 Chevrolet Silverado: Follow up call from a listener. What should I expect to pay for a catalytic converter?
2020 Chevrolet Traverse: I have a hard time hearing my turn signal. Is there a way to increase the volume?
2015 Hyundai Tucson: My catalytic converter was replaced by the dealership and then needed to be replaced again. Is this common?
2003 Toyota Rav4: Is there an issue with my car's solenoid?
2012 Lexus IS250: I was told I have an oil leak and the engine needs to be removed to fix the issue. Is this necessary?
2021 Dodge Ram 2500: Why does my truck shut off intermittently while coming to a stop?
Toyota Prius: Why is my traction control light coming on and off?

Cars talked about on this show are the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado, 2020 Chevrolet Traverse, 2015 Hyundai Tucson, 2003 Toyota Rav4, 2012 Lexus IS250, 2021 Dodge Ram 2500, and the Toyota Prius.