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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 a new commitment to automotive services in 2021 and having an auto repair shop to call home. Also on this show:

  • Catching up on regular automotive maintenance.
  • Why keeping service records are important especially if you're shopping out a new repair shop.
  • Information about pre-purchase and comprehensive vehicle inspections.
  • How to be part of the repair process with your shop and important questions to ask.
  • 2001 Ford Taurus: At only 100k miles my car is having trouble starting. I have to clean my battery terminals frequently - is there another solution to this problem?
  • 2000 Honda CRV: There is a grinding noise coming from my steering column. I suspect there is a power steering leak, however there's still a noise when it's full of fluid. Is this an issue with the pump?
  • Ford Equinox: I was recently told my catalytic converter needed to be replaced. After switching gas caps, my check engine light went away. Is there still a possibility I will need a new catalytic converter?
  • Jeep: My USB and electrical outlet have stopped working. How can I find the source of this issue?
  • 2003 Mazda Miata: After changing my sparkplugs I'm still having an issue finding the source of a misfire. Any advice?

Cars talked about on this show are the 2001 Ford Taurus, 2000 Honda CRV, Ford Equinox, Jeep, and the 2003 Mazda Miata.


Bumper Audio Clip of the Week

Bumper to Bumper helps a listener diagnose a brake issue with their Toyota Rav4.