Under The Hood show

Helping you fix your car. It's The Motor Medics Under The Hood.

Published: 20 July 2025

No matter what is going on with your car these guys will do their best to help you fix it as affordably as possible. 

Transcribed - Published: 16 July 2025

For over 35 years Under The Hood has been the place for the best car repair advice on radio and the internet. Thanks for listening to Under The Hood.

Transcribed - Published: 13 July 2025

What is ailing your car under the hood? Whatever it is we want to take a shot at getting you the advice needed to repair it.

Transcribed - Published: 9 July 2025

Yes you really can get free car repair advice. Call us with your car repair questions. 

Transcribed - Published: 5 July 2025

Did you tune in to the last episode where Russ interviews Art and Marie Nordstrom, the founder of Under The Hood for the entire hour? Check it out! Russ goes it alone this week while Shannon and Chris are away. Tune in next week as they all are together again. 

Transcribed - Published: 2 July 2025

We finally get the people who starter Under The Hood and Nordstroms Automotive on the show for the entire first hour! We talk about days all the way back to when there was not even electricity on the farm where we started. Leave your comments and questions for them below. Thanks for watching.

Transcribed - Published: 29 June 2025

03 Silverado replacement gauges 11 Camry maintenance 18 Ram blows out coolant LS swapping a 1980 Toyota Truck 19 Cherokee drivetrain binds 25 Murano fluid changes 04 Ranger rear end shake 23 Enclave BG Services 12 Jeep Liberty Engine caught on fire 13 Taurus battery dies and surges 10 Silverado knocking sound 17 Ridgeline Timn g Belt change 22 Colorado Trans flush 04 A4 MotoRad Radiator cap Infinity QX60 Transmission surge 1970 Chevy Truck daily driver

Transcribed - Published: 29 June 2025

Do you do your used car inspections before or after you buy a car?

Transcribed - Published: 22 June 2025

So many back up camera recalls. Why is it that something that is supposed be be a thing to make us safer ends up causing so many problems. 

Transcribed - Published: 19 June 2025

Getting free car repair advice is the best advice you can ask for. Call the Motor Medics for free advice now. Thanks for listening to Under The Hood.

Transcribed - Published: 15 June 2025

Getting free car repair advice is the best advice you can ask for. Call the Motor Medics for free advice now. Thanks for listening! Stay tuned at the end of the podcast where we talk to Spiro Morogiannis from BG Products.  Spiro touched on the importance of different professional automotive services, including the fuel system.  He also mentions a number of items drivers should consider as they prepare their vehicle for summer road trips.

Transcribed - Published: 15 June 2025

18 Ram fuel tank wont fill 10 Acura no key all lost 22 Silverado says not in park 90 Lesabre hot start issue 25 F150 oil changes on turbo 97 Ram 1500 waterfall sound behind the dash 18 Maxima ac only on highway 11 Lucerne transmission problems again 24 Chevy 6.2 recall 04 350Z using Mobile 0w40 to fix a noise? 12 Camry water pump leak 13 F150

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2025

08 Taurus won't come out of park 02 Concord speedometer is not right 12 Chrysler 300 dead battery 20 Caravan cleaning throttle body 18 Edge Coolant internal leak 19 F150 transmission slips 10 VW oil leaks at 250k miles

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2025

If you have a car problem give us a try. Call us live and get on the show. Under The Hood! With the Motor Medics.

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

Callers need help fixing their cars and we give them answers. 

Transcribed - Published: 1 June 2025

Time to sell the Acura Tornado Chasing in a Chevy 14 Impala OBS ABS on turns how to fix 96 S10 fixing a clutch pedal Buying a used truck with turbo or not? 99 F350 Idle problem 00 Blazer K5 how to fix a brake line leak? 72 Coronet how to paint the floors? 17 Fusion power rack failure 65 Montego brake conversion 89 Blazer K5 runs bad

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2025

09 Pilot only 20k miles on it 12 Chrysler 300 AC shuts down when low tire light comes on How to fix no power at Diagnostic Connector on GM Truck 14 Ford F350 Wheel bearing repair 07 Jeep Commander lost coolant is the engine damaged? 11 Titan changing transmission fluid 22 Kia Carnival vs Honda Odyssey van 02 CR-V bucks and surges like a rodeo

Transcribed - Published: 26 May 2025

21 F150 Power Boost Hybrid oil changes 06 Impala oil leak 22 GMC 6.2 Recall 23 Sierra 6.6 AC won't work at idle speeds 16 Explorer cuts out 98 Ram4x4 disconnect 88 Fiero low power 19 Ram 1500-wheel speed sensor after show Chris survives a car crash

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2025

Battery Recycling 02 Tahoe Knock Sensor codes 05 BMW Z4 Cruise Stopped and low voltage 07 Frontier burns oil 16 Express van Stabilitrac issues 15 Town and Country rear lift gate opens by itself 02 Lesabre idles rough 12 Frontier blend door motor replacement

Transcribed - Published: 18 May 2025

2010 Jeep Wrangler injectors 01 Chevy 1500 changing fuel filter Choosing a work vehicle Nissan or Ford? 14 Buick Enclave no front washers 2010 Traverse did the timing chains go out? BMW Z3 what years are best? 07 Expedition low oil pressure 16 SR4 Caddy transmission flush Free car help foundations for people in need

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2025

6.2 Engine Failure details 2015 Nissan Sentra Failing Transmission 06 Escape Ac Failure 20 Jeep Wrangler LED DRL Failure 2011 CTS fixing lots of stuff. We interview CRC about some of their best products and why we use them. 

Transcribed - Published: 11 May 2025

23 Ranger maintenance schedule 02 Expedition vibration 93 S-10 fuel mileage 08 F350 fender interchange 13 Focus vibration 05 Silverado high idle 07 GMC Canyon timing chains

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2025

The 6.2 Recall 15 Silverado Door Latch keeps radio on How to keep a 6.2 running longer with the recall issue 87 K2500 GMC Dual Tank Switch 71 Barracuda Engine install and big cam 22 Yukon Transmission failure and getting parts Oil types and API ratings 94 F150 repeat ac failure

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2025

We take your calls about car repair and try to help with free advice

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2025

1979 Trans am 403 rear main seal fix 13 Ram lifters or exhaust clicking 99 Tahoe adding 4x4 wiring 06 Impala throttle body failed after cleaning 12 Silverado spudders on start up 04 GMC getting older 70 Grain truck 2 stroke diesel additive AI in the car industry Battery Tenders in cars 82 Nissan 280 ZX brakes 97 Suburban cold air coming in through firewall

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2025

The gangs all here! We're taking your calls live helping you save money and get your cars and trucks fixed. 97 Wrangler mice damage 20 Blazer transmission shifting issues Title on cars How much is sentimental value worth when it comes to cars? 94 Chevy Truck blend door clicking 14 SRX Caddy driveline noise

Transcribed - Published: 20 April 2025

07 Silverado do I need a transmission cooler? 3rd transmission. 19 Tundra should I use KSeal even though I don't have a leak yet? 1990 Jeep CJ are the injection systems good? 2002 Grand Cherokee Jeep 19 Odyssey Van sliding door fix. 99 BMW Z3 Head Gasket fix 18 Silverado starter failure or not? 04 Jeep Wrangler smashed spark plug fix. 12 Caddy CTS Sliding noise when stopping and starting 17 Ford Edge KSeal for leaking block and also running rough. 13 F150 85 Octane makes it run bad 84 Porsche 944 Using Synthetic oil 97 F150 Broken Timing Chains.

Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2025

Oil Additive or High Mileage oil in a car? 08 F150 Instrument Cluster and OBD2 Failure 02 Jeep Wrangler Oil Leaks from front Diff and how to change seal. 07 Ford Windstar engine mounts replaced and now it vibrates 19 Traverse has a mis and shake at idle only. Spencer's B-day he gets a hoodie! 14 Ram water-soaked headliner after rain how to fix it. 24 Ford Maverick when to change oil first time?

Transcribed - Published: 13 April 2025

We take your live calls and answer those tough automotive questions for free. Under The Hood

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2025

With car part tariffs raising parts costs it's more important now than ever to save money on those repairs in every way that you can. We are here for you with free car repair advice. Under The Hood.

Transcribed - Published: 6 April 2025

95 Lebaron Air Bags 00 Mustang fuel won't fill 14 Caravan trac light on after Clock Spring replacement 02 Chevy 3500 fuel was sabotaged 06 Caddy SRX rear seats won't move and won't come out of gear 00 Chevy 3500 5.7 cam crank codes 08 Tahoe p0300 after convertor plugged up 16 Tahoe deer hit and air bags

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2025

Helping you with your car repairs and car care. Callers can contact us and get free car repair advice.

Transcribed - Published: 30 March 2025

05 Suburban 4x4 noise 00 Jeep Wrangler won't pass smog 23 GMC 1500 AFM or not? 22 Suburban Rubs when turning 15 Silverado 8 speed issue 04 Rendezvous gear oil changes 02 2500 Chevy fuel gauge broken only at stop signs. We talk to Shift4Tommorrow about alternative ways to recycle your car when it's at it's end-of-life. 

Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2025

2002 Focus How to add a OBD2 Port 13 Highlander Hybrid is it a good truck? 13 Ford Escape with no heat Old Age and cars 14 Town and Country van rear washer leaks inside van Chat guy calls back with his Escape Engine overheat, what to do? Pilot AC system repairs 13 Ram Oil filter cap leaks. We talk to Standard Motor about vehicle control and engine management. What to look and look out for and why you should choose Standard.

Transcribed - Published: 23 March 2025

New-Model cars Expedition complete ball joint replacement at high mileage New VS old cars for ease of parts interchangeability? 09 Escape Power steering won't work and it's electric Subaru 10k mile oil changes 24 Prius Plug-in Hybrid when to change oil and maybe gas? 2011 Chevy 2500 Torque Convertor stuck on Avalanche no start 96K1500 Transmission replacement Floaty Chairs and A.I

Transcribed - Published: 21 March 2025

You have a car, and we may have a fix. Why not give it a shot! Russ Chris and Shannon are here to help you. Under The Hood. Street Racing? Organize your own SCCA local club. Car our local club contact them on their facebook page SCCS on facebook. Prepper Cars How much car insurance should I have? 2012 Silverado V6 Temperature Sensor on engine. 13 Honda Ridgeline Tire replacement just 1 or all 4 with AWD? 11 Charger how to keep it going longer with almost 300k on it now.

Transcribed - Published: 16 March 2025

06 Ram AFM Misfire how to fix using oil system cleaner? 11 Suburban Hard Cold Start fix. 02 K3500 Brake light fix. 20 Ram AFM DOD Disable? 71 GMC Sprint El Camino Stored over a decade getting it running. 12 Nissan Altima bad fuel mileage fix. 97 F250 Trans front seal leaking fix 2010 Kia Soul Belt squeal? 97 Tahoe cold start clatter fix? 06 Mustang hard to press shifter button 18 Kia Forte leaks water on floorboard how to leak test? 06 Ram and old tractors when to change oil when used very little? 08 Cobalt low power uphill When to change oil on new Duramax 3.0 diesel? Subaru random mis due to carbon on valves. 2013 GMC Sierra disabling AFM the right way or not?

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2025

2012 Avalanche Heavy Towing upgrades or new truck? 08 Ranger Ignition hard to turn and start. Buying a Salvage Title Vehicle 16 Ram Dome lights won't work after repairs. 98 GMC How to repair Cruise Control Fast?

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2025

2004 Suburban with repair woes maybe. 91 GMC. How do you replace a EGR Valve? 13 Jeep Wrangler Won't shift at high altitude. Tuning a car for Ethanol fuel

Transcribed - Published: 5 March 2025

We take your calls live on the air and give you free car repair advice to help you save some cash. Stay tuned at the end where we go Under The Hood with Hot Shots Secret and help you learn the uses and importance of specific additives.

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2025

How to fix a Diesel Engine Misfire? 08 Ram 3500 How to install electric fan control on a classic car? 63 Ford Country Sedan The 2025 Daytona 500 How to tell Fuel Ration on a classic Camaro? When do I change oil for the first time on a 2025 Bronco? What fuel stabilizer is best for ethanol or small engines? How to fix Transmission wiring? 2007 Silverado with worn wires.

Transcribed - Published: 26 February 2025

Why does my Remote Start not work? 14 Chevy Silverado Why is my Check Engine Light on? 2022 Ford Edge Engine swap in an 87 Chevy Square Body How to fix wheel bearing noise? 2015 Buick Enclave

Transcribed - Published: 24 February 2025

15 Town and Country pushbutton start range problem Snowmobile fell into a lake. 14 Altima Mass Air flow sensor code Chevy AFM hesitation or not? 08 Torrent No crank when cold Lights flicker in my car, why?

Transcribed - Published: 19 February 2025

91 Suburban 6.2 to Cummins Conversion or not? 99 Park Ave how to fix a noisy Supercharger High AT Temp Light fix for a Subaru Forester 05 F150 All the windows quit 14 Kia Sorento Misfire

Transcribed - Published: 16 February 2025

21 GM Sierra 3.0 Duramax no start. 22 LS Lexus Alignment 25 KIA when to do first oil change? 2010 Traverse transmission problems. Used Car parts availability 02 Jeep Liberty Cam sensor failure

Transcribed - Published: 13 February 2025

How to test for a battery drain. 06 Avalanche How to change a purge solenoid and fix a code po459 2019 Traverse Why does my 18 4Runner has a wump wump noise in the front end? 21 Kia Forte transmission issues.

Transcribed - Published: 10 February 2025

What scan tool should I buy? 99 Blazer has no heat. 08 BMW Air bag fix Are Toyota Transmissions bad? Highlander 16-year-old buys his first truck. F250 Diesel 7.3 02 Ford 7.3 Power stroke Glow plugs maybe? 19 Chevy Traverse Misfire or Trans problem? 62 Buick Skylark 4 lug to 5 lug conversion 2019 Challenger for a Navy Serviceman needs to come out of storage.

Transcribed - Published: 6 February 2025

Why is my TPMS tire monitor light on after having tires replaced? Why does my car only have heat on one side? Park Ave Ultra Why are all the GM Engines Having Lifter Failure? Why do my brakes shake? 03 Camry Why is my Air Bag Light on? Nissan Versa

Transcribed - Published: 3 February 2025

How do I fix my dome lights on my Honda Odyssey? Why can't I buy a new mirror for a Chrysler? Shannon at Barrett Jackson Why does my exhaust rattle on my Traverse? Why does my car battery go dead on a Acadia? Why does my rear end vibrate in my truck? 08 Jeep check engine light 17 Chevy Cruze fuel rail pressure code Using KSeal a second time to stop a leak Switching to synthetic oil 2010 Nissan Frontier checking a starter 01 Grand Marquise fast idle fix with Berryman B12 Tire wear camber vs tow.

Transcribed - Published: 30 January 2025