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It’s probably been a minute since you took driver’s ed. What’s changed? We’ll find out from our guest Leonard Taylor, a driving instructor at Clinton High School. Coach is on hand to answer repair questions.Recalls: https://www.cars.com/news/recalls/2006-14 Honda Ridgeline pickups - An accumulation of road salt in northern states may cause the frame mounting surface — where the fuel tank mounting bands are attached — to corrode and possibly detach the fuel tank, potentially resulting in a fuel leak. 2021-22 Sorento Hybrids and model-year 2022 Sorento PHEVs for Exploding Seat Belt Pretensioners.You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: Traffic deaths in the U.S surged after coronavirus lockdowns ended in 2020 as more drivers engaged in unsafe behavior like speeding and driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The yearly increase is the highest reported since the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration began using its current traffic fatality tracking system in 1975. AND NHTSA cites this statistic inits 2020 traffic fatality report: In 45% of fatal crashes, the drivers of passenger vehicles were engaged in at least one of the following risky behaviors: speeding, alcohol impairment, or not wearing a seat belt.https://www.autonews.com/regulation-safety/us-traffic-fatalities-surge-105-2021-highest-count-2005https://jalopnik.com/we-can-cut-traffic-deaths-in-half-but-nobody-wants-to-1848892809?utm_source=jalopnik_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2022-05-19Auto Casey: Subaru WRXShort video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6brxrPbMH-4&t=0sLong version:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H51__UlKY9ECoach's Tips of the Week: Parents - sign up your kids for driver's ed so you can get the insurance break.

I know I want to make sure I’m getting the best fuel performance from my vehicle that I can right now. Coach is going to tell us about the fuel system. He’ll be taking your questions too. Just ask him!Recalls: https://www.cars.com/news/recalls/2021-22 four-door Ford Broncos - child safety3 Million Fords of various models: The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detachSome Grand Cherokees and Ram 1500s equipped with turbo-diesel 3.0-liter engines are affected by a potential high-pressure fuel pump failureSome 2022 Ram trucks: Software for the radio may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying2018-19 Durango and Grand Cherokee. A malfunction in the ABS module may illuminate the brake lights and allow the vehicle to start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being appliedYou can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: President Biden wants Congress to suspend the gas tax until the end of September in a bid to give consumers some relief.https://www.npr.org/2022/06/22/1106658327/president-biden-wants-a-gas-tax-holiday-some-economists-say-thats-a-bad-ideaAuto Casey: 2022 BMW M240iShort take: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opnQkVIbvb4Long take: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JRnXAKXJbY&t=56sCoach's Tip of the Week: don't let your fuel tank get lowQuestions:Type of fuelBlack smokeCar diesBatter in remoteAlternatorAir ConditionerEthanol gasAir Conditioner leakFuel pumpBushingAir Conditioner2 batteriesCheap gas

Is it the best invention in the world – air conditioning? It certainly makes car trips better – until it doesn’t. We’re going to talk air conditioning between your vehicle repair questions.Recalls:Battery Issue Prompts Recall of Ford Mustang Mach-E - An over-the-air software update related to the on-board diagnostic control module and the battery energy control module should resolve the issue, and Ford is anticipating deployment of that update in July.You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.In the News: Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and General Motors did a controlled study comparing the fuel efficiency of driving with the car air conditioner on to driving with the windows down. After comparing cars at speeds of 31, 50 and 68 mph in 86-degree F weather, they concluded driving with the windows down is more fuel efficient than running the A/C. The test also measured the fuel efficiency of closed windows and no A/C, which was significantly better on fuel than the other two.Now I don’t want anyone to bake, but if are trying every single way to improve your gas mileage give a thought to not running the A/C.https://www.familyhandyman.com/article/heres-why-you-shouldnt-use-your-cars-air-conditioner/Auto Casey: Mercedes GLS 450Short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xcTf9OiiXA&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dr69uGu9vpcCoach Charlie’s Tip of the Week: make sure you remove all debris from the front grill is cleaned offQuestions:Brake fluid test stripsTakes a while to blow coldCar that has satGas stabilizer?Fan clutchAir conditionerRadioNeeds hose http://www.msrubber.com/ or https://southernhose.com/Delay relayActivatorSpeakersElectric steeringBrake lightDelay relay or starter system

We’re happy to have Auto Correct contributor Auto Casey – Casey Williams as our guest. Last year he drove over 50 different new vehicles and reviewed them on YouTube. Coach Charlie is here to answer your personal vehicle questions.Recent recalls:Audi Q5 and SQ5 have troubles if you spill a liquid in the back seat! Dealers will install a protective cover on the gateway control module and seal an underbody seam, as necessary, for free. Audi will begin notifying owners Feb. 24, 2022; those with further questions can call the brand at 800-253-2834.Subaru Ascents, Legacys, Outbacks have a Drive Chain Issue. Dealers will reprogram the transmission control unit, inspect the data for chain slip and visually inspect the chain guide. If evidence of chain slippage or damage is found, the transmission will be replaced. All repairs will be performed for free. Interim letters will be mailed to owners by Feb. 7, 2022, but those with further questions can call the automaker at 844-373-6614.2021-22 Ford F-150s Recalled for Driveshaft Issue. Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft, as necessary. They will also properly attach the underbody insulators. Both repairs will be done for free, and owners will be notified starting Jan. 31, 2022. Those with further questions can call the automaker at 866-436-7332.Tesla Model 3 Sedans Recalled for Rearview Camera Connection Tesla will install a guide protector and inspect the harness, replacing it as necessary. The repair is free of charge, and owners will be notified by mail in mid-February 2022. For further information, call Tesla at 877-798-3752Tesla Model S Sedans Recalled for Hood Latch. Tesla will inspect and reposition the latch assembly, as necessary, for free. Owners will be notified by mail starting Feb. 18, 2022. For more information, owners can call the automaker at 877-798-3752, call NHTSA’s vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.In the news: Ford Motor Co., concerned about its reputation and customer complaints related to the upcoming launch of the F-150 Lightning, is warning dealers not to upsell reservations for the popular EV truck and also wants customers to sign a contract preventing them from reselling it within a year, according to a letter from the automaker to its dealers. https://amp.freep.com/amp/9129717002Auto Casey:Subaru Ascent OnyxShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaOjLG78g9U&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WDpZpTLGn_oCasey's suggestions for new rides under $25,000Calls:VibratingTiresElectricalOil changeStolen carLights outBattery4wdValve coverFireMotor mountAcceleratorComputerInterior light flickerEmail – car locks upEmail - brakes

Oil leaks! We’re told to check our oil periodically. When it’s low, where did it go? It had to go somewhere? We’ll find out from Coach how to find where it went and what to do about it. He takes your other vehicle repair questions too.Recalls: https://www.cars.com/recalls/2017-2022 Mercedes and Freightliner vehicles have a recall: eCall. The fix can be performed either through an over-the-air update or through a dealer.You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN. Or find their SaferCar app.News: The average age of a car on U.S. roads is now a little over 12 years, marking a new record, according to S&P Mobility, continuing a five-year climb. The lack of new cars on lots, in turn, drove customers who couldn't wait to replace their vehicle to buy used ones, making them 40.5% more expensive than last year. https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2022/05/24/average-american-car-12-years-old/9907901002/Auto Casey: Kia NiroShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKTZvv3OV04&t=0sLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFjVcMstYJ8Coach Charlie’s Tip of the Week: Don't use an oil filter wrench to tighten an oil filter. Only use it to take it off.Questions:Diesel fuel tankRattling noiseLeak in backReplace while transmission is outReset oil change notificationA.C. helpDiesel vs. gasCabin filterDipstickOil leakComments

We’re going to get out of our lane a bit today – well, not Coach’s lane! We’re going to talk about generators – they’re engines and that’s coach’s expertise. So whether it’s a generator for when the power goes out when it’s cold, or when there’s been a hurricane or tornado -if you have one, you need to maintain it. Especially now as Hurricane season starts next week.Recalls: https://www.cars.com/news/recalls/Various Hyundai are being Recalled for Exploding Seat Belt Pretensioners – Accents, Elantras and Elantra Hybrids2016 Ford Super Duty Trucks Recalled for Airbags2021 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator Recalled for Fire RiskYou can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recallsand inputting your VIN. Or find their SaferCar app.News: Land Rover Driver Retrieves Stolen Car After Finding It With a Neat TrickAfter calling the police, the owner called her insurance company to alert them of the theft. While on the call with them, she remembered that she had gotten a policy that allowed her to pay just for the miles that were driven and that her vehicle was fitted with a GPS tracking device by the insurance company. She tracked the vehicle down then had the police meet her while she retrieved the vehicle.https://www.autoevolution.com/news/land-rover-driver-retrieves-stolen-car-after-finding-it-with-a-neat-trick-189001.htmlAuto Casey: Chevy Trail BossShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WKX3uYaEQy0Long version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NQL53eWwhcCoach Charlie’s Tip of the Week: change your cabin air filter for a better smelling vehicleFuel tabsGeneratorNatural gasTire wearNumber on tiresOctane of gasEthanol free gasAir conditionerGeneratorDoor lockBulbWhineBad tiresLoad on generator

If you have to add coolant to your engine it’s because it’s leaking out somewhere! Coach will give us some suggestion on what to do. He’s got helpful answers for other vehicle problems.Recalls: 292,000-Plus Mercedes SUVs, Minivans Recalled for Brake Issue. They are 2007 to 2011 modals. Mercedes advises owners not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed.You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: The State of Illinois revoked Carvana’s dealer license after dozens of complaints of customers never receiving their car’ titles. They are now banned from selling cars in Illinois.https://jalopnik.com/carvana-banned-from-selling-cars-in-illinois-after-tons-1848935705?utm_source=jalopnik_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2022-05-17Auto Casey: Nissan KicksShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMqnWn2p984Long version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6DsNYQwIrsCoach Charlie’s Tip of the Week: use the correct octane for your vehicleQuestions:Fan registerPower point fuseSolar panel fanFan speedOil leakTransmissionSolar fan commentStuck in gearDoor open lightEV mileageTell the mechanic what to doCTE – Career Technical EducationDoor locksTrack light

When your battery goes out, can you just pop in a new one? What do you do with the old one?Where does changing the battery fall on the “can I do it” scale?Recent recalls:Tesla Recalls Nearly 130,000 Vehicles for Overheating CPU – That may prevent the center screen from displaying the rearview camera image, gear selection, windshield visibility control settings and warning lights. https://www.cars.com/articles/tesla-recalls-nearly-130000-vehicles-for-overheating-cpu-449934/Leaky Fuel Hose Prompts Recall of 2013-14 Hyundai Sonata Sedans. https://www.cars.com/articles/leaky-fuel-hose-prompts-recall-of-215000-hyundai-sonata-sedans-450019/You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.In the news:Keystone Light has partnered with camouflage clothing maker Realtree to make a blow up pool that fits in the back of your pickup truck.https://jalopnik.com/this-keystone-light-pickup-truck-pool-is-the-only-place-1848906116Auto Casey: 2022 Chevrolet Equinox RSShort take: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9n4ssbLXSXcLong take: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxGgaP0w5GUCoach's Tip of the Week: check your struts if you bounceQuestions:Might not be the batteryWobbleDashboard lightsStripped boltsSeat beltInjector cleanerTurn signalTransmission flushCatalytic converter

Mother’s Day is Sunday. What vehicle repair tools does she need? Keep this show in mind for dad too when Father’s Day happens in June. Or think of this as your own personal wish list for you to complete the garage you’d like to have. Don’t forget, Coach answers your gas or diesel vehicle questions too.Recalls:https://www.cars.com/news/recalls/2020-22 Ford Explorer and Police Interceptor Utility vehicles.You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number. Or find their SaferCar app.News: https://jalopnik.com/electric-ford-f-150-lightning-begins-production-1848849331?utm_source=jalopnik_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2022-05-02https://jalopnik.com/gm-announces-hybrid-electric-corvettes-1848839834?utm_source=jalopnik_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2022-05-02GM confirms a hybrid Corvette next year, and a fully electric model down the road.Electric Ford F-150 Lightning Begins Production and the pickup truck is already sold out for 2022.Auto Casey: Subaru Solterra EVShort video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaNwUXb7QdsLong version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=my9yKlIemo0Coach Charlie’s Tip of the Week: Use the right tool for the right job - safety first!Questions:Won’t turn overQuality of wrenchElectricalPuddle lightsAir conditionerCVTJacksHead gasketMark your toolsJumper box