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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 maintaining the different components and fluid levels of your car's cooling system. Also on this show:

  • Harry from the GoodGuys Car Show joins Bumper to Bumper Radio!
  • Information about how different types of coolants have evolved throughout the years.
  • The dangers of causing your car or truck to overheat.
  • What are the first warning signs of overheating?
  • Can you always trust your car's temperature gauge?
  • The benefits of Prestone coolant fluid.
  • Why an overheating episode can often lead to costly repairs.
  • 1998 Honda Accord: My vehicle has intermittent issues with starting even after a series of repair. What should I do next?
  • Scion xB: My shop has had trouble diagnosing a check engine light. Do you have any advice?
  • 2010 Ford F150: My rear backup camera is falsely sensing that there are objects in the way. What could be causing this?
  • 2005 Lexus RX300: At 31k miles are there any known issues with this specific vehicle? I'm considering a purchase.
  • 2002 Nissan Altima: My car is having a rough time riding over bumps. Is this just a simple shock problem?

Cars talked about on this show are the 1998 Honda Accord, Scion xB, 2010 Ford F150, 2005 Lexus RX300, and the 2002 Nissan Altima.


Bumper Audio Clip of the Week

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