Automotive Diagnostic Podcast

Ever ask yourself that while trying to program a key to vehicle? Yeah me too. This week on the show I share a case study on a 2012 Infiniti QX56 that won't let us add keys to the vehicle no matter the tool or key used. The cause turns out to be something I wasn't expecting. Listen to find out how we got there! Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com...

Shane Benson is mobile technician in Charlotte , North Carolina. He recently transitioned from being a technician at a repair shop to offering his diagnostic and programming services to other repair shops. We discuss what to expect in the early stages of self employment in the mobile world. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ YouTu...

Broadcasting from the show floor at AAPEX in Las Vegas, Nevada, PJ Walter, Mike Lundgren, and Steve Hauble join me. Find out why PJ loves chicken nuggets so much, hear our thoughts on Zombie Burlesque,  classes we took at AAPEX, and more! Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@automotivediagnosticpodc...

This week on the show I share my favorite uses of AI technology in the automotive space. I released a small presentation on AI uses in our space a couple years ago. How have I actually used this technology in my day to day life? Listen to the first episode here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TgZBXXAh-gk&t=55s Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/group...

This week on the show I walk you through a diagnostic on a 2015 Ford F-150 that has almost no communication on the Medium speed bus. These MS Buses have given me trouble in the past when diagnosing a circuit issue. I want to share some tips and tricks to speed up diagnostics on these vehicles.  https://youtu.be/-EbxO2EvunY Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook....

Darrell Talastas joins me on the show this week! Darrell owns Drail Diagnostics where he 3D prints custom VCI mounts & automotive cables. We'll discuss his path from dealership tech to the independent world, as well as his music career. Check out the link below for his website! https://www.draildiagnostics.com/ Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com...

This week on the show I share my thoughts on the decision making process we face every day when trying to diagnose a problem. What factors come into play when we decide to perform a certain test? What weights do we place on each possible test? How the the restriction of time come into play? What mental biases do we bring into our work? Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://...

Have you ever heard someone mention "Thinking/Reasoning from First Principles" ? Ever wonder what that means? Can it be applied to the world of automotive repair/ diagnostics? Join me this week as I share my thoughts on this subject and how you might be able to apply this in your day to day operations. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/...

Tim McDaniels joins me on the show this week to discuss HD diesel diagnostics. We talk about the differences between passenger cars and HD as well as a number of similarities. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@automotivediagnosticpodcas8832 Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com Please make sure to check...

This week on the show I share a case study that follows up from last week on a 2017 Honda CRV 1.5L turbo that would not start at times, and start but not idle at others. The shop had recently replaced the cylinder head and the engine was running prior to the work. The timing appears to be correct and no codes will set. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/...

This week I'll follow up on couple vehicles from last weeks episode. The Maserati no-start and the Volvo rear hatch issue. I'll also reflect on a very challenging week I had doing mobile and how it's a contrast to what you saw in last weeks episode. Mobile isn't always a gravy train! Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012...

Join my me as I take you along with me on a full day of mobile diagnostics. The recordings are from throughout the day at each stop I made. From a Hybrid Camry HV isolation fault, to a Maserati no-start, this day was full of interesting vehicle issues. This episode is much better with the video, see the link below- https://youtu.be/lU_wFfu4nSk?si=bgZBYlscOymX60XV Website- https://autodiagpodcast.c...

This week on the show I'll talk about Ford programming and some issues we run into and what we've done to solve them, including an issues on late model Fords that can take the majority of your day to resolve. The tools we'll talk about are, IDS, FDRS, Forescan, I/O Terminal, and other cloning software. https://www.motorcraftservice.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@autodiagyt Website- h...

This week on the show I share 2 different vehicles, a 2012 RAM for a year ago that had what I thought was a unique one-off problem. Last week, however, I ran into the exact same misfire issue on a 2010 RAM. Join me as I walk you through the symptoms and what went wrong on these engines. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ YouTube-...

This week on the show Tomi Oliva joins me to discuss his programming courses offered in Spanish and English through TechFix. We'll also discuss his upcoming travel plans to present outside of the USA.  https://www.techfix.training/home Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@automotivediagnosticpo...

This week on the show I have a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado with a parasitic draw that kills the battery overnight. Come with me as I find the source of the draw along with the actual cause. Remember, the component that's drawing the current isn't always at fault! Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ YouTube- https://www.youtu...

This week on the show I answer a listener question about brand specific network diagnosis. I focus on the big 3- Ford, GM, & Stellantis. What are the scan tool strengths? How can the diagrams be used to your advantage? What other resources are available in service info to assist? Do you have a question or suggestion for the show? Shoot me an email or message on FB Website- https://autodiagpodc...

Quite often when attempting to diagnose vehicle issues, we are challenged with understanding the strategy used by the control module to access a circuit or component. How does it assess the circuit? When does it do it? What specifically will satisfy the module or cause a fault? Can we substitute something to satisfy the computer? Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.fa...

This week on the show I share a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee that has a radio that will not adjust the volume, a Terrain switch that doesn't function at all, AND seems to have two different VIN numbers. Is the VIN mismatch the cause of my problem? Is this vehicle stolen? If not, can these issues be corrected through programming? https://www.alfaobd.com/ https://www.nicb.org/vincheck Website- http...

Don & Kyle join me on the show this week to catch up on the progression of our mobile businesses. Every 6 months or so we share the victories and challenges of growing a business in the wild world of mobile. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@automotivediagnosticpodcas8832 Email- STmobilediag@...

This week on the show I share specific details on programming for General Motors 8-speed transmissions, found in full and midsize pick up trucks, vans and cars. (9 and 10 speeds similar) What's a TUN? What's a PUN? When do I need each? Where do I find these numbers? Used transmission?? Find out all this and more. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook....

This week on the show I share my thoughts on exposing yourself to various methods, thought processes, and tooling when diagnosing complex problems. It's easy to stick with what we know, are comfortable with, & what's worked well for us in the past. But we limit ourselves if we don't at least consider other's experience and perspective.  Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/...

This week on the show I want to share my thoughts on what it really takes to make a diagnostic look easy. At face value it may look like it takes no effort for an expert to breeze through an complex problem, in reality there are countless hours and enormous amounts of effort that aren't visible in the moment.  Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/grou...

Per a listener request, we're discussing fuel quality testing this week on the show. E85, E30, water, Diesel, and more! How can you tell if the fuel is straight gasoline or not? And what type of symptoms can these present in a gasoline vehicle? Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@automotivedia...

Mike Lundgren and Steve Hauble join me on the show this week! Both Steve and Mike are employees at S.T. Mobile. Steve is a technician, and Mike handles the administrative role. We'll chat about the mobile side of the auto industry, what we like, dislike, and are challenged by... Oh, and flamethrowers too.  Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2...