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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 warning lights in your car and the steps you can take to diagnose each potential issue. Also on this show:

  • The history of the check engine light.
  • Other common warning lights and ways you should solve each problem.
  • How warning lights may differ depending on your vehicle’s manufacturer.
  • 2009 Honda Accord: The power steering pump in my vehicle is leaking. What should I expect to pay for this repair/replacement?
  • 2009 Ford Ranger: I have a difficult time starting my truck after stalling. Is there an issue with my starter?
  • 2009 Kia Rio: My check engine light comes on and off. I’ve been told this might have to do with sensors only. Any advice?
  • 2004 Honda Civic: The timing belt in my car has never been replaced at 170k miles. Is it worth replacing?
  • 2006 Infiniti: I have several small issues with my car. Is it worth repairing or is it time to buy something new?
  • 2011 Toyota Tundra: While idling, my truck sounds like it’s barely running then cuts out when I shift into gear. What might be causing this?
  • 2003 Toyota Tacoma: The brake warning light has come on in my truck. After checking the pads and fluids, everything seems to be fine. What else may be affecting this?
  • 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo: How do emissions and check-engine lights relate to each other?


Cars talked about on this show are the 2009 Honda Accord, 2009 Ford Ranger, 2009 Kia Rio, 2004 Honda Civic, 2006 Infiniti, 2011 Toyota Tundra, 2003 Toyota Tacoma, and the 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.