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Melanie Johnson

Expert Insurance Writer
    Melanie Johnson is an insurance writer with more than 10 years of experience in writing and publishing. A specialist in travel and insurance-related topics, Melanie's mission is to craft articles that simplify complex topics into concepts and ideas car owners can use to save money on car-related expenses. Since joining Jerry, Melanie has written over 600 articles, including on state-specific regulations, car maintenance basics, and city insurance landscapes.
    Before joining Jerry, Melanie was a reporter for rAVe [publications] filming product videos, interviewing AV executives, and reporting on AV trade shows.
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      Expertise
      • Car insurance
      • Car repair and maintenance
      • Travel
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      Education
      • B.A. Journalism and Dramatic Arts, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Latest Articles by Melanie Johnson

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    2016 GMC Acadia Engine Oil Capacity

    The 2016 GMC Acadia’s engine oil capacity is 5.5 quarts, or 5.2 liters.
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    All About the Jeep First-Time Buyer Program

    Jeep offers financing specials and car loans to first-time buyers with bad or no credit history.
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    Is Erie Roadside Assistance Worth It?

    How does Erie Insurance’s roadside assistance stack up to AAA? Read on to find out!

    Latest Answers by Melanie Johnson

    Where is the 2020 Ford Transit Connect OBD port location?
    I was driving a bunch of kids to a JV soccer game in a 2020 Ford Transit, and the van started acting up. Thankfully no one was hurt, but I need to run a diagnostic on the vehicle so that that never happens again. Where is the OBD port?
    Where is the 2019 Subaru Forester OBD port location?
    I bought my 2019 Subaru Forester from a friend a few months ago, and up until now, it’s been a great car. Today, its Check Engine Light came on. Where can I find the OBD port to run a diagnostic?
    Where is the 2019 Ram 1500 OBD port location?
    My 2019 Ram 1500 is my pride and joy. It usually runs like a dream, but lately, it’s been acting up. I can’t get it to a mechanic until next week, but I’d like to run a test on it today—where is its OBD port?