Carl Crazy — [s4e3] Driving
In a secondary story, Harriette begins taking piano lessons from a handsome young instructor. This sparks intense jealousy in Carl, further adding to the stress he is trying to manage. Episode Legacy
In the Family Matters episode "," the story centers on Carl Winslow attempting to lower his high blood pressure using a calming mantra, only for Steve Urkel to test his limits in a new BMW Isetta. The Main Storyline: Driving Lessons [S4E3] Driving Carl Crazy
The climax occurs when Steve accidentally shifts into reverse and crashes the Isetta through the Winslows' garage door. While Carl initially uses his mantra to stay calm, the situation escalates when the garage shelves collapse, causing even more damage and finally causing Carl to explode in rage. Subplot: Romantic Rivalry In a secondary story, Harriette begins taking piano
Carl is struggling with stress-related high blood pressure and adopts a relaxation technique—chanting " 3-2-1, 1-2-3, what the heck is bothering me? "—to keep his cool. The Main Storyline: Driving Lessons The climax occurs
Steve Urkel acquires a tiny BMW Isetta (his uncle Cecil actually paid him $50 to take it). He hopes the car will help him win over Laura, who claimed she’d go steady with the next boy who had his own car.
This episode marks the first appearance of Urkel's signature Isetta, which became a staple of the series.