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This abbreviated podcast features our discussion with new car reviewer Casey Williams - you know him! Auto Correct talks about his reviews for WFYI each week.    https://www.wfyi.org/news/authors/casey-williams Here are the recalls for the week: 2020 Ford Mustang: Dealers will reconfigure the forward-looking camera by aligning the lane departure warning system camera for free. 2016-2019...

Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic, told us about 5 types of filters giving us details about the first 2: transmission cabin engine oil fuel Here are the recalls for the week: 2019-2020 Porsche Cayenne: Dealers will replace the fuel line and quick connector for free. 2020 Audi Q8: Dealers will inspect the transmission oil pipe and replace it, if necessary, for free. 2019-2020 Toyota RAV4, RAV4...

Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic, has a list of things she wished drivers would do. We heard what our listeners thought other drivers should do and took their car questions. 1. Look out for motorcycles. 2. Need brake lights 3. Use turn signals. 4. No tailgating. 5. No distractions. Here are the recalls for the week: 2015-2016 Chevrolet Caprice PPV, SS: Corrosion of the connector between the...

Guest for the show: Scott Barretta host of MPB's Highway 61 heard on MPB Think Radio Saturdays at 10pm and Sundays at 6pm https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/highway-61/ Listen live to the one hour award winning blues program at these times: https://radiobookmark.com/listener-interactive/webplayer/#/station/8aTbf39WqRpkJ7cX Mississippi Blues Trail http://msbluestrail.org/ Welcome to the Mississippi Bl...

Where do you buy "stuff" for you vehicle? Let's hear what Allison has to suggest. At a convenience store? Check out little tool sets or wire brushes While at Auto Parts stores look for: rags - buy in bulk on sale; windshield washer fluid - get type that doesn't freeze above zero - buy on sale At Dealerships: buy original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts; buy transmission and differential fluid L...

It's Spring Cleaning time! Keep the inside COVID-19 free. Keep the dirt and pollen off the outside. Another MPB local show, Money Talks, recently had a guest from the vehicle information website Edmunds.com http://moneytalks.mpbonline.org/episodes/money-talks-edmundscom Edmunds.com has an article: https://www.edmunds.com/car-safety/car-maintenance-and-repair-during-covid-19.html that comments abou...

Are you dreaming of a "new to you" car? Allison Walker,The Lady Auto Mechanic, give some tips on inspecting a used car before purchasing it. Look at: frame bumpers rust flood damage oil cap vehicle history That's all we could get to! Calls concerned: Buddy's fuel pump relay, buying cars at auction, and a joke tips when buying a used car oil change problem; check engine light advice for Buddy more...

Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic, gives her opinion about car engine oil. Viscosity and temperature, use what your manufacturer recommends - look in owner's manual or on oil cap lid. Callers asked: when to change the oil filer what to do with a car in the carport Wallace's GMC using oil Michael's Chevy Silverado NOTE: Michael called in after the show and suggested Wallace call GMC to get a r...

Allison discusses All Wheel Drive Cars (in Mississippi) Calls about: Subaru Dodge Dakota Cruise Control Ignition problems Here are the recalls for the week: 2018-2020 Bentley Bentayga:  Dealers will replace the upper seat belt attachment bolt for free. 3,300 BMW X3, X4, 3 Series, 8 Series: Dealers will inspect and replace the front seat belt buckles, as necessary, for free. 2020 Mercedes-Benz...

Are you stuck at home? We’re going to talk about maintaining your car if you can’t go anywhere between your vehicle repair question calls.  Drive your car every week or two. Or idle until the temperature gauge is in the middle of this range. If you're worried about your battery, use a trickle charger. Make sure your tires are properly inflated. GET THE POLLEN OFF YOUR CAR: rinse or wash...

Want to increase your Miles Per Gallon? We've got some tips from https://www.fueleconomy.gov/ Follow Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic on social media https://twitter.com/TheLadyAutoMech https://www.facebook.com/theladyautomechanic78/ The official U.S. government source for fuel economy information This website has LOTS of tips for improving your fuel economy: Drive more efficiently Drive sen...

Are you driving around with your check engine light on? Get it "checked" out at an auto parts store or do it yourself! In addition to CEL or Service Engine Soon information, we had calls about: Expedition revs EGR code Brake light codes High Mileage oil Refrigerant leak Prius standard battery Dash board Intake cleaner Mass airflow sensor Loose wiper connection Throttle body Here are the recalls fo...

Our guest, Renier Stiglingh, answered questions about car shopping, the auto industry, and trade ins. Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic, was on hand to steer our listeners in the right direction with their auto problems. car buying story auctions fuel pump relay transmission used cars lube jobs Here are the recalls for the week: 2018-2020 Ford F-150, 2015-2016 Ford F-150 You can find out if y...

Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic, took calls and emails today on various subjects including: changing brake fluid rear transmission mount door latches antique car maintenance driver side heater oil leaks regular maintenance grinding noise Did you know: a "late model car" is a newer car - the latest? (Liz didn't know that!) Here are the recalls for the week: 2006-2010 Kia Sedona, Sorento;&nbs...

Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic, spent the morning representing MPB at the Mississippi Capitol Building. She answered questions on the air from from the of folks she met. Auto Correct also, in inadvertently, continued with the "critter" theme that two of our sister broadcasts tackled: Fix It 101 http://fixit101.mpbonline.org/episodes/fix-it-101-house-pest and Creature Comforts We ended the...

Guest expert Charlie Melton from Clinton High School's Career Complex: What can you do to save money and repair your car yourself? What can you learn to to? We have a list of tasks to try. Questions answered: oxygen sensor jump starting a car replacing a driver's side mirror changing an oil filter evaluating a used car smoke coming from car Here are the recalls for the last 2 weeks: 139,000 Toyota...

What the difference between a sunroof and moonroof? We find out as well as how to maintain your sky window for years of enjoyment. Also calls about: replacing engines radiator pressure brake replacment brake fluid repairing sunroofs return caller - Fiat with a key problem Allison will be in the Memphis area at an autocross event this weekend: Autocross 8th Annual Ronald McDonald House Charity Auto...

Sometimes we have bad habits that do damage to our cars. Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic, gave advice on: Driving car cold Lugging engine Cool down turbo cars Rolling gear changes Our calls covered: Autocross 8th Annual Ronald McDonald House Charity Autocross; SCCA - Mid South Region – Autocross Saturday, February 1, 2020 Memphis International Raceway, Memphis, TN https://www.motorspor...

Whether it's hot or cold - take care of your radiator! Here are the recalls for the week: 2018-2019 Lexus, Toyota Cars, Minivans, Pickup Trucks and SUVs: A fuel pump may stop operating. Toyota said the issue is still being investigated and the remedy is under development. You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration’s website:...

Today's topic: blind spot in cars and 18 wheeled vehicles. adjust your mirrors use your mirrors give semi trucks LOTS of room add blind spot mirrors use Blind Spot Warning technology Here are some recalls from the past few weeks: 2017-2019 Ford Super Duty :                       2013-2015...

Here's a sampling of Auto Correct so you can get to know us! If you have an iPhone or iPad: 1. On your home screen, find the purple Apple Podcasts icon 2. Tap it to open the Apple Podcasts app 3. To find the podcast you want, tap the “Search” magnifying glass in the lower right corner 4. In the Search Bar, type in the show’s name 5. When the logo for the show appears, tap on it 6. You’ll go to the...

What do you need to be prepared for a road trip? Here are some suggestions with Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic. https://twitter.com/TheLadyAutoMech Here are the most recent recalls: 2015-2019 BMW X6:            2020 Ford Explorer, Lincoln Navigator:           2020 Cadillac, Ch...

Guest Mike Harbin from The Righteous Windshield talks auto glass with us. https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Glass-Service/The-Righteous-Windshield-1499878863621382/ Here are the recalls for the week: 2011-2013 Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee: The fuel pump relay inside the totally integrated power module may fail, causing the vehicle to stall without warning and increasing the risk of a c...

Time to reach into the "email" bag. Hear about recalls and what not to buy vehicles also. CV joints Auto Off on new vehicles headlight restoration kits nitrogen vs. air in tires spark plugs We’ll catch you up with some recent recalls: 1. 928,000 Toyota, Scion and Lexus Cars, Minivans, SUVs and Pickup Trucks:         for replacement airbag inflators that were...

Are you traveling to Grandma's house for Thanksgiving? Taking a trip to the beach or the mountains? Is your car ready? Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic, ACE Certified, gives suggestions for prepping your car for a trip. https://twitter.com/TheLadyAutoMech https://www.facebook.com/theladyautomechanic78/ https://www.instagram.com/the_lady_auto_mechanic/ Before you drive: ·   &nb...