Automotive Diagnostic Podcast

Today on the show I'm sharing a case study on a 2012 BMW X5 that cranks but does not start after the engine was swapped. The vehicle was purchased from the auction with a blown motor and sat for year before the shop got around to replacing the engine.    Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com Please...

Today on the show I'm sharing a case study on a 2015 Chevrolet Traverse. This vehicle has a strange amount of damaged electrical components that seemed to have failed all at once. Join me as I walk you through our diagnostic process to solve this one!   Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com Please m...

On this episode I go through the diagnosis of a 2015 Infiniti Q50, 3.7L V6, with a P0171 and P0174, lean condition. I'll share my thought process through the diagnostic steps tracking down the source of the positive fuel trims. My goal on this show is to share vehicle diagnostics that challenge me to come to a precise conclusion, this vehicle being one. I have a gut feeling I know the solutio...

Andrew reached out to me to discuss a misfire diagnostic on 2017 Chevrolet Malibu. He reached a conclusion, but was left with questions on the scope results. We'll discuss the problem and attempt to clear up what was really going on. This is great example of how powerful a lab-scope can be, but also how easy it can lead us down rabbit holes.  Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Gro...

Ben Varnadoe joins me on the show this week. We discuss his journey into entrepreneurship, mobile life, and why this isn't the right move for everyone. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com Please make sure to check out our sponsors! Automotive Seminars- https://automotiveseminars.com/ Jarhead Diagn...

Today on the show I'm sharing whats in my "Everyday Carry" bag as suggested by a listener. I'll list off all the tools and testing equipment that I have in a small bag that I take to every electrical diagnostic job. This set of tooling covers the majority of my electrical diag's, and the total value is less than $400. I'll also some tips on how to effectively use them...

Today on the show I want to share my perspective on diet, exercise, and overall health. We need to be healthy in order to perform at a high level within our career, but reaching our goals in today's world with sedentary lifestyles and calorie dense processed food can be frustratingly difficult. I'm going to share some simple effective ways to reach and maintain a healthy body & lifes...

In this episode I share the diagnosis of a 2020 Ford Fusion that doesn't seem to recognize the smart key to turn on the ignition or any key-less entry functions. I'll describe system operation and my thought process through the diagnosis.  Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com Please make sure...

Brin Kline joins me on the show this week to talk about the Accelerate training event in Orlando Florida, October 14th, 2023. See the link below for details. He'll also share his journey to becoming a shop owner, & offer some advise to those navigating the same path. Accelerate Training Event- https://floridaautocare.org/accelerate-training-event/?fbclid=IwAR0CB15Q9YbOn50Clg8mgmcIY-5Pg8eR...

Chris Lawson with Technicianfind.com Joins me again several months after after first talk in episode 169 to share some talks hes had with listeners of the show. We'll chat about shop culture, Flat-rate, mindset, & purpose in our career. Make sure to check out https://www.technicianfind.com/ ! Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/22399401206...

After several questions from episode 190, today I'm sharing  how a close circuit TV tester can be an effective diagnostic tool when it comes to diagnosing camera issues in vehicles. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com Link to the tool-  https://www.amazon.com/Monitor-Tester-Coaxial-Analog-Output/d...

Jake Barnes Joins me on the show this week! Jake is a mobile diagnostician and programmer and runs the Automotive diagnostic & programming YouTube channel. We're going to chat about the challenges of modern vehicle diagnostics and illustrate the importance of a process. Jake's YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@autodiagprogramming Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com Facebook...

This week on the show I have 2 case studies. A 2011 Toyota Prius that doesn't seem to have any smart key functions & 2015 Ford F-150 that is a crank, no spark, no start. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320 Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com

This episode is just a quick reminder about stepping away from the automotive world and honing in on what's truly important.

I'm wrapping up the 2009 Nissan Altima from episode 190 this week. Originally the car arrived at the shop with no keys. A locksmith was unable to add a key, so I diagnosed it as a faulty steering column lock. After the lock was replaced I was still unable to register a new key and ran out of tests to confirm where the fault was. Join me her to hear the conclusion! Website- https://autodiagpod...

No, not those kind of tunes! We're talking about MUSIC! Music in the shop can be a moral booster or a point of contention, but it's a big part of most technicians' work day. We'll talk about different genres,  time periods, covers, favorite bands, & more! Make sure to check out Matt's Podcast!- https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/ Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com Face...

Brain Mann Joins me on the show this week to discuss how many of the fixes to the complex issues we see on vehicles end up being basic in nature. Voltage drop, broken wires, bad fuses- These end up being the cause of many problems we see. How can we break down the complexity of the systems/components to find the source efficiently and accurately?   Brian's website-  https://www.handsonautotra...

This week on the show I share 3 CAN communication case studies. The first 2, a 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan & a 2015 Jeep Wrangler that both have B+ shorted to the CAN C network from the same circuit, but with different causes. The 3rd vehicle is a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado with ECM codes for no communication with the fuel pump control module.  Website-  https://autodiagpodcast.com Facebook Group- ...

Rich Falco joins me on the show this week. Rich is a mobile technician & instructor for CTI. We're going to discuss developing & utilizing a diagnostic process. How can you create a process of your own and use it when solving complex vehicle issues?   Website-  https://autodiagpodcast.com Facebook Group-  https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320 Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com

On this weeks episode I share some vehicle issues where I've reached a limit in my current testing abilities, forcing me to decide on making a call with out being 100% confident in the diagnosis. Ideally, testing should be able to prove out exactly where the fault lies, but is there a point where you've exhausted your methods, and making your best guess is the right move? What else can w...

Julio Alves Joins me on the show this week. Julio is going to share his journey coming to America from Brazil as a child, becoming a pilot, and owning his own automotive repair shop.  Website-  https://autodiagpodcast.com Facebook Group-  https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320 Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com

This week on the show I have 2 case studies. A 2013 Chevrolet Equinox that cranks but won't start & a 2008 Toyota Prius that won't ready up.  Website-  https://autodiagpodcast.com Facebook Group-  https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320 Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com

This week on the show I share a case study on a 1999 Volvo S70 that has been sitting since 2017. The engine will start and run one time after a capacitive discharge, but once the ignition is cycled, it becomes a crank-no-start until the battery is disconnected again. There is a YouTube video with PowerPoint to complement this episode.  YouTube Video- https://youtu.be/n84WvYMSNEg Website- https://a...

We take on the hero cars, the problems nobody else wants, we make used WCM's work in 2010 Dodge Avengers... but should we? Zack Mcclain joins me on the show this week to discuss working on "hero" cars. Does it make sense from a business standpoint? We do we want to take on these types of challenges? How do you make the call to move on or dive in? Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com...

CJ Geibe joins me on the show this week. Recently I posted a request in the FB group for a known good waveform on a 19 Jeep Wrangler with the updated 3.6L engine. This engine had misfires on cylinders 2, 4, & 6, along with a noticeable difference in compression bank to bank. CJ recognized the problem and was able to guide me to a solution. The cause of the issue was rather interesting.  Websit...