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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, Dave Riccio of Tri-City Transmission in Tempe, AZ and Matt Allen of Virginia Auto Service in Phoenix, AZ talk about how to increase the quality of your car’s air conditioning before the hot summer months. Also on this show:

  • What causes your AC to lose it’s cold over time?
  • How to choose the right shop for air condition service.
  • How to find a leak in your AC.
  • Information about Interstate Batteries- the newest member of the Bumper to Bumper family.
  • 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee: I recently had my oil changed. After two hours in the shop, I was told I needed my transfer case replaced as well as a list of other repairs. I don’t notice anything wrong with my vehicle’s performance, how can I tell if the shop is being honest?
  • 2010 Ford Escape: I’m beginning to notice a shaking while in Park. Is this common with my particular vehicle?
  • 2002 Ford Explorer: After changing the thermostat, I’ve gotten a crack in in the cover. Do I need to replace the entire housing?
  • Ford Explorer: My vehicle only has 6k miles, and I’m already being told I need my AC serviced. Is the dealership just trying to sell me on unnecessary maintenance?
  • 2002 Ford Explorer: After changing the thermostat, I’ve gotten a crack in in the cover. Do I need to replace the entire housing?
  • 1999 Buick Sentry: The blower motor in this vehicle starts intermittently without the key even being in. What is causing this?

Cars talked about on this show are the 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2010 Ford Escape, 2002 Ford Explorer, 1999 Buick Sentry.

Bumper Audio Clip of the Week

Bumper to Bumper helps a listener who is having trouble passing emissions with their 2012 Nissan Pathfinder.