Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, takes calls from listeners with car issues.


Caller: Bill from Maine (2019 Chevy Equinox)
Issue: Smelling combustion-like odors inside the car, particularly at stoplights. A state inspection noted oil wetness at the engine’s underside, but no visible leak was found. The dealer could not diagnose the issue.
Ron’s Advice: The smell could come from an oil or exhaust leak, possibly from the turbocharger. Bill should not rely on state inspections as a diagnostic tool. Instead, a mechanic should check for leaks thoroughly, use an engine oil dye to identify potential oil leaks, and inspect the exhaust system for small leaks.


Caller: George from Tennessee (2008 Chevy Colorado)
Issue: The truck intermittently fails to crank, but all dash lights stay on. After multiple attempts, it eventually starts. The issue has persisted for years.
Ron’s Advice: The problem could be due to bad engine ground connections (G100–G106), a failing starter, or a corroded body control module (BCM) connection. George should have a mechanic inspect these grounds, check for error codes, and ensure all wiring is in good condition.

Throughout the show, Ron emphasizes proper diagnostics over assumptions, highlighting the importance of thorough inspections beyond state safety tests.
Find out more about us at www.cardoctorshow.com 
Follow Us On Instagram  -   @ronananian   
Visit our You Tube Channel for auto repair tips and videos 
Call Into The Car Doctor Hotline 24/7 (855)560-9900   
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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, takes calls from listeners with car issues.
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Caller: Bill from Maine (2019 Chevy Equinox)
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<li data-start="168" data-end="393">Issue: Smelling combustion-like odors inside the car, particularly at stoplights. A state inspection noted oil wetness at the engine&rsquo;s underside, but no visible leak was found. The dealer could not diagnose the issue.</li>
<li data-start="397" data-end="720">Ron&rsquo;s Advice: The smell could come from an oil or exhaust leak, possibly from the turbocharger. Bill should not rely on state inspections as a diagnostic tool. Instead, a mechanic should check for leaks thoroughly, use an engine oil dye to identify potential oil leaks, and inspect the exhaust system for small leaks.</li>
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Caller: George from Tennessee (2008 Chevy Colorado)
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<li data-start="786" data-end="952">Issue: The truck intermittently fails to crank, but all dash lights stay on. After multiple attempts, it eventually starts. The issue has persisted for years.</li>
<li data-start="956" data-end="1237">Ron&rsquo;s Advice: The problem could be due to bad engine ground connections (G100&ndash;G106), a failing starter, or a corroded body control module (BCM) connection. George should have a mechanic inspect these grounds, check for error codes, and ensure all wiring is in good condition.</li>
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Throughout the show, Ron emphasizes proper diagnostics over assumptions, highlighting the importance of thorough inspections beyond state safety tests.
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<li>Find out more about us at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.cardoctorshow.com">www.cardoctorshow.com</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>Follow Us On Instagram&nbsp; -&nbsp; &nbsp;@ronananian&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
<li>Visit our You Tube Channel for auto repair tips and videos&nbsp;</li>
<li>Call Into The Car Doctor Hotline 24/7 (855)560-9900&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
<li>Live Call In Show Saturdays 2-4PM Eastern Time&nbsp;</li>
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With over 40 years of repairing cars and 27 on the radio helping you repair them, Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, is an expert at everything automotive. Call us at 855-560-9900.

With over 40 years of repairing cars and 27 on the radio helping you repair them, Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, is an expert at everything automotive.  Call us at 855-560-9900.

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, is a nationally recognized automotive expert, master technician, and trusted voice in car repair and consumer advice. For more than 30 years, Ron has blended real-world shop experience with straight-talk radio, helping drivers understand their vehicles and the industry with clarity, humor, and honesty. As host of the long-running Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor radio show—heard nationwide across major networks—he brings diagnostics, storytelling, and practical wisdom together in a way only a seasoned mechanic can. Whether it’s a tough trouble code, a buying decision, or a behind-the-scenes look at shop life, Ron delivers the insight listeners rely on.

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, is a nationally recognized automotive expert, master technician, and trusted voice in car repair and consumer advice. For more than 30 years, Ron has blended real-world shop experience with straight-talk radio, helping drivers understand their vehicles and the industry with clarity, humor, and honesty. As host of the long-running Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor radio show&mdash;heard nationwide across major networks&mdash;he brings diagnostics, storytelling, and practical wisdom together in a way only a seasoned mechanic can. Whether it&rsquo;s a tough trouble code, a buying decision, or a behind-the-scenes look at shop life, Ron delivers the insight listeners rely on.

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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - February 15, 2025 - Hour 2 - 08 Colorado with Intermittent No Crank/No Start - (855)560-9900

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