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Series: Bumper to Bumper Radio Auto Repair Show
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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 talks about the importance of replacing your belts and hoses, when it’s necessary, and why. Also on this show:

  • How the rising temperatures will affect your vehicle’s belts and hoses.
  • How long different belts will last depending on the year of your vehicle.
  • What jobs different types of belts and hoses perform for your car.
  • Warning signs of a warn hose you can check yourself (while your vehicle is NOT running).
  • 1995 Acura Legend: After a long trip, I’ve noticed my engine cool dramatically during downhill runs almost to the blue line. What could be causing this?
  • 1998 Toyota Tacoma: I use an oil product to space out oil changes up to 15k miles. Now that I’m over 200k miles, is this something you would recommend stopping?
  • 1994 Pontiac Trans-Am: I’m having trouble passing emissions. Is there any type of chemical that can be put through the intake system to clean it out?
  • 2002 Toyota Prius: My battery has recently died. I’m already up to 200k- would you recommend putting money into this car?
  • 2010 Dodge Charger: I’ll be taking a road trip to Chicago next month. I live in the Surprise area- is there a shop you would recommend nearby to look it over?
  • 1991 Jeep Cherokee: (150k) With the upcoming Summer months, would you recommend I switch to a high-mileage oil?
  • Hyundai Elantra: After recently having a repair done for overheating, I’m noticing a difference in my acceleration rate. What factors could be contributing to this?
  • 2004 Nissan Titan: After my check engine light came on, the dealership told me it was my air flow sensors. I went to look for a second opinion and noticed a sputter the day after. Could the original diagnosis be affecting this?

Cars talked about on this show are the 1995 Acura Legend, 1998 Toyota Tacoma, 1994 Pontiac Trans-Am, 2002 Toyota Prius, 2010 Dodge Charger, 1991 Jeep Cherokee, Hyundai Elantra, 2004 Nissan Titan.