Automotive Diagnostic Podcast

In this episode I walk you through 3 network communication case studies. A 2014 Hyundai Sonata with multiple warning lights, a 2008 Chrysler Sebring no-crank, no-start, & a 2018 Dodge Durango with no push-button start operation. Website-  https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook-  https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320

On Today's show Matt Fanslow & Matthew Skundrich join me to discuss lessons we wish we'd learned earlier in our career. Hindsight is 20/20, but hopefully this advice can help you or someone you know avoid some common pitfalls in the automotive industry.    Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook-  https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320

Adam Ward Joins me on the show this week. Adam worked for Identifix as a European car specialist for 9 years. He is currently employed by Autel. We discuss both companies and some of the new products/services Autel has coming out.  Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group-  https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320

The heat wave is hitting hard this week, even all the way up here in Minnesota. Of course because of that everyone wants their A/C fixed, but sometimes it's not so easy as a quick charge. This week I walk you through 2 case studies involving various enable criteria for A/C compressor operation that can elude technicians. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebo...

Today I walk you through a roadblock I encountered during ECM programming on a 2010 Nissan Frontier, & how we resolved the problem using EEPROM data. Website- https://www.autodiagpodcast.com Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320

This week I walk you through 2 Dodge vehicle with odd control module issues... well, I walk you through MOST of the diagnosis. I'm going to give you all the symptoms and majority of the tests I performed before making a call, but I'd like to hear what call you would make, what other things you might test, or completely different direction you'd take. Post in the Facebook group and l...

Brandon Steckler joins me on the show this week to discuss methods that every technician can utilize to increase their value, and in turn, their compensation.  Website-  https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group-  https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320

On today's show Matt Fanslow & Matthew Skundrich sit down with me to discuss the 5 diagnostic tools that every tech should own. We ended up listing even more than 5 & covered several other topics such as ADAS & failed new parts. This episode contains a small amount of explicit language. Website-  https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group-  https://www.facebook.com/groups/2239940...

In this weeks episode I give you several tips and items to consider while implementing testing methods during a diagnostic. What's your expected result from your test? What's the limit to your test method? How do you create & utilize a test plan?  Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group-  https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320

In this week's episode, I walk you through 4 case studies involving automatic transmission fault diagnosis. The 4 vehicles-  2012 Subaru Outback, 2018 Ram Pro-master City, 2010  Hyundai Sonata, & a 2013 Ford Fusion. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320

Tomi Oliva, Lucas Underwood, & Dutch join me on the show this week to discuss the positive & negative effects of mobile diagnostic technicians on the automotive industry. This episode contains some explicit language... Dutch was on, what did you expect? Make sure sure to check out Lucas's ASOG podcast in the link below. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1182755 Website- https://autodiagpodca...

This week I walk you through a case study on a 2007 Audi Q7 with a 3.6L VR6 engine that had the timing chains replaced. Misfires, camshaft sensor codes, and low power. Is the cam timing out? Is it my fault? Also don't forget to call in and leave your crazy & humorous automotive stories for a future episode of the show. Call the number below and leave a recording. Please keep it under 5 mi...

This week I walk you through a case study on a 2013 Ford F-150 with no 4 wheel drive engagement. It really came down to understanding how this system actually works. Listen  through the end to get a helpful tip on scan tool operation. #readthedirections! Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320

Pedro de La Torre & Mike Christopherson join me on the show to talk about their EEPROM class. Email them or reach out on Facebook for more details Mike- miklec99@msn.com Pedro- Pedro@logicautollc.com Facebook group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320 Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/

Scott Shotton joins me on the show today to discuss education in the Automotive field. What does today's automotive student need to know to be successful in the current automotive world? What do we need to consider as instructors when preparing a class? How can we be facilitators of learning for students & professionals?  Website-  https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group-  https://www...

Matthew Skundrich joins me on the show to discuss NASTF & VSP credentials. What is a VSP credential needed for? How do you obtain one? What are some of the recent changes that have been announced in the VSP world & how do they affect us?  Website-  https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group-  https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320

P0731- Incorrect gear ratio in first. Transmission is stuck in limp mode. Transmission has been replaced. Code returns. What do we do? 

In todays episode I walk through my personal approach to diagnosing misfires. Air? Fuel? Spark? Or something else?  Secondary ignition information-  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCchGNQEMdE Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320

Today on the show Dutch & Matt join me to discuss the effects side-work has on the automotive industry. This episode contains some explicit language. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group-  https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320

Most people call them silver bullets. Identifix, IATN, YouTube, Facebook, you know the drill. Basically getting a simple answer to a complex problem without having to work for it. I think they're kind of like cheat codes used in old video games. I explain why in this episode, and describe my perspective on using them. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook....

Come along with me for a day of programming & diagnosing.  Ford F-250 no -crank Saturn L300 PCM programming  Infiniti G-35 crank no-start Chevy Cruze stuck in Kilometers Jeep Grand Cherokee cluster programming???   Website- http://autodiagpodcast.com Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320

Scope Ninjas Matt Fanslow & Matt Skundrich join me on the show today to talk about all things oscilloscope. What's the best option for you? What's practical vs not practical? What features are great to have in a scope? Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook group-  https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320

Tomi Joins me on the show today to discuss automotive key cutting / programming. Also how the locksmith & diagnostic technician world are merging. Websites mentioned- https://ilmautosupply.com/account/login?checkout_url=/   https://midwestkeys.com/products_all.html https://www.transponderisland.com/ https://autorescuetools.com/?fbclid=IwAR1NRka0Bc8WiwNSLzKIzyRdxhzeU1-Ax0mpfAoPUofUmfHpESPe9beHd...

In this episode I describe the difference between no-communication codes and invalid/implausible data codes. I use 2 Ford vehicles as examples of the interconnected systems in modern vehicles and the messages that are sent between them.  Website-  https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group-  https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320

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