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FAQs about WCCO's Car Care:How many episodes does WCCO's Car Care have?The podcast currently has 654 episodes available.
May 09, 2026Adjusting the Valves, Why Tires May Lose Air, Unexpected Labor RatesWhat else gets looked at when getting your vehicle in for an oil change? What does it mean when a vehicle needs a valve adjustment? When should spark plugs be replaced? Getting a new key for an old car. Losing air in tires. What to know before installing a used engine in a vehicle. Why labor rates could be higher than expected. What to do with old fuel. Freon fixes. Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316....more27minPlay
May 02, 2026Air Vent Issues, The Cost of Spark Plugs, Some Strange RepairsSolving problems with the air vent. Why a whirring sound may be coming from your car. Why replacing spark plugs can be an expensive purchase. Some of the strangest repairs Nick has seen in his career. What does a phaser do in a vehicle? Is there a slower time of the year for mechanics? Why good tires are worth the investment. Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316....more26minPlay
April 25, 2026Changing and Filling Fluids, Oil Change Frequency, Airflow IssuesHow to tell if your transmission is in trouble. Keeping your fluids full. What to do with wheel bearings. What could make a knocking noise? When to get an oil change for a vehicle that does not get driven much. How vehicle technician school is changing. Replacing a mass airflow sensor. How to safely clean a radiator. Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316....more26minPlay
April 18, 2026Turbocharge vs. Supercharge, When to Rotate Tires, Parking Brake ProblemsWhat to know about turbocharge and supercharge. How often should tires be rotated? When to flush brake fluid. Issues that can be found in a convertible. The typical life of a battery. Remember to check your parking brake. How to safely clean an engine. Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316....more27minPlay
April 11, 2026CVT Transmission Trouble, Take Care of Your Coolant, Suspicious Vehicle SoundsWhat to know about CVT Transmissions. How often should shocks be changed? Identifying electrical issues. How has coolant changed over the years? Airbag alerts. How mechanics handle electric cars. AM radio interference. Finding the cause of strange sounds in your vehicle. Why oil viscosity continues to change. Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316....more27minPlay
April 04, 2026Brake Basics, Why the Check Engine Light is On, Straightening the Steering WheelHow to solve squeaky brakes and looking for the right parts to fix them. Other reasons why oil changes are important. Why a battery light turns on. How to best prioritize problems in your vehicle. How often should tires be balanced? Common reasons why the check engine light is on. Can cars be fixed with chemical additives? When to get your tires realigned. Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316....more28minPlay
March 28, 2026Cabin Filter Facts, Rear Camera Repair, Maintenance After Mouse DamageWhat is the purpose of the cabin filter and how often should it be replaced? Are washable filters a good idea? The process of repairing the rearview camera. Reasons why a car can't start. Getting smells out of your vehicle. How to prevent critters doing damage to your vehicle. What it feels like when the transmission starts to have trouble. Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316....more27minPlay
March 21, 2026Tire Tread Trouble, Pothole Problems, Squeaky Brake SolutionsHow to best handle repairs at home. How the elements impact tire tread. Preparing for potholes. What happens if your car hits a bad pothole? What could cause brakes to squeak? Can customers bring their own parts to a shop? Is rust proofing still necessary? How has the car mechanic business changed over the years? Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316....more27minPlay
March 14, 2026Rise in Catalytic Converter Theft, Conventional vs. Synthetic Oil, Mixing GasolineReports of catalytic converter thefts are on the rise once again in the Twin Cities. What happens if it gets stolen? How often should different fluids be changed? Frequency of oil changes. Conventional oil vs. synthetic. What could cause a vehicle to shutter? Is it okay to mix gasoline in your vehicle? Flushing the differential. A high pitched noise when turning the wheel. Different ways to drain oil. Is there a difference in washer fluid? Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316....more27minPlay
March 07, 2026It is Time to Be Aware of Pot Holes, How to Choose the Right Spark Plug, Why Nick Became a MechanicWhy you should not be intimidated by issues and repairs with your vehicle. What different noises mean for different problems in your vehicle. What to know before picking and replacing spark plugs. Opinions on businesses that only do oil changes. The ongoing debate over when to get an oil change. How Nick became an automotive technician. Parking brake repair basics. Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316....more27minPlay
FAQs about WCCO's Car Care:How many episodes does WCCO's Car Care have?The podcast currently has 654 episodes available.