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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 in Phoenix, AZ talks about how a catalytic converter's value makes them a popular target for theft. Also on this show:

  • Which makes/models are often targeted by thieves for their catalytic converter.
  • How you can tell if your car's catalytic converter is missing
  • How much should you expect to pay for a new catalytic converter?
  • What steps you can take to prevent the theft of your catalytic converter.
  • How often will your catalytic converter need to be replaced and what are the codes that relate to it?
  • 2006 Nissan Frontier: What is the creaking noise coming from my car while driving over speed bumps?
  • 2008 Kia Sedona: My headlights are turning off momentarily while using my turning signals. What could be causing this?
  • 2007 Toyota Camry: How can I protect my vehicle from rats?
  • 2016 Lincoln MKS: How long can you drive without fixing your catalytic converter?
  • 2014 Toyota Corolla: Great advice for another listener.

Cars talked about on this show are the 2006 Nissan Frontier, 2008 Kia Sedona, 2007 Toyota Camry, 2016 Lincoln MKS, and the 2014 Toyota Corolla.


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