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EPISODE · Apr 22, 2021 · 50 MIN

Auto Correct: Spark Plugs

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Would you love to learn just one additional thing you could do to save some money on your auto repair? How hard is changing a spark plug? Let’s find out from Allison. She takes YOUR vehicle repair questions too. Recalls for the week: Model-year 2021 Kia Seltos and model-year 2020-21 Soul vehicles specifically equipped with the 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine - dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine. Dealers also will install piston ring noise sensing software. All repairs will be done for free, and the recall will begin June 11. Owners with further questions can call Kia at 800-333-4542. Model-year 2017-19 Subaru Impreza sedans and hatchbacks and model-year 2018-19 Crosstrek SUVs: dealers will check and, as necessary, update the engine control module programming and replace all ignition coils. 2019 Subaru Forester wagons and Crosstrek SUVs - dealers will examine and re-torque the bolts on the rear stabilizer bracket. Subaru says incident rates are extremely low and no related accidents or injuries have been reported. Dealers will perform all repairs for free, and owners will be notified by June 14. Those with further questions can call the automaker at 844-373-6614. 2009-15 Toyota Venza - has some airbag issues. dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the driver-side front door wire harness for free. As a fix, dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the driver-side front door wire harness for free. Toyota will begin notifying owners May 31, but if you have further questions, you can call the automaker at 800-331-4331. 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: It's Earth Day! Dispose of your engine oil and used tires responsibly, please. https://www.autozone.com/diy/motor-oil/how-to-recycle-motor-oil or https://www.mdeq.ms.gov/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/WTC-and-WTP-Facilities.pdf Auto Casey's links' to the Lincoln Corsair review Short segment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNgN1yBytik&t=0s Long version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RTMdsz3lsvs&t=2s Discussion about Spark Plugs: how long do they last how much do they cost can I change them myself? can you disable them to disable a vehicle Calls: opinion about used hybrids keys used EV replaced ingnition coil themself peeling paint and recall value of used car https://www.kbb.com/ MPB contributions: 3825 Ridgewood Rd., Jackson MS 39211 key fob buying a used vehicle good / bad years for Prius tire low pressure light Allison Walker: on facebook, twitter, and Instagram as The Lady Auto Mechanic. https://www.facebook.com/theladyautomechanic78/ https://twitter.com/TheLadyAutoMech https://www.instagram.com/the_lady_auto_mechanic/ https://www.automotivegroup.biz/contactus.htm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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