Explore every episode of the podcast Automotive Diagnostic Podcast
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| 271: Ford Programming Issues & Solutions | 02 Sep 2024 | 00:36:34 | |
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. | |||
| 270: Dodge RAM Misfire Case Study | 26 Aug 2024 | 00:33:43 | |
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. | |||
| 261: What Makes A Diagnosis Look Easy? | 23 Jun 2024 | 00:44:13 | |
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. | |||
| How Does This Work? | 14 Jan 2023 | 00:49:26 | |
In this week's episode I talk about how critically important it is to fully understand how the system or component works is when diagnosing a problem. I'll also list some methods to help you gain the knowledge you need when presented with a unfamiliar challenge. | |||
| Module/EEPROM Programmer Options With Tomi Oliva | 07 Jan 2023 | 01:21:26 | |
Tomi Oliva, The used module King, joins me on the show this week to discuss aftermarket module programmers, cloning tools, and EEPROM tools. Whats out there? What are our favorites? When should you invest? What should you invest in?
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| James Dillon | 02 Jan 2023 | 01:04:13 | |
James Dillon joins me on the show this week. James owns Tech Topics, a cutting edge automotive training company based in the UK. We'll chat about mobile work, diagnostics, training, hydrogen, & alternative fuel sources. | |||
| Chris Lawson With Technicianfind.com | 26 Dec 2022 | 00:39:09 | |
Chris Lawson from Technicianfind.com joins me this week to talk about connecting great techs with great shops. We'll discusses ideas for both shops and technicians when looking for a new opportunity or employee. | |||
| Listener Q & A with Matt Fanslow & Scott Shotton | 17 Dec 2022 | 01:37:07 | |
Scott Shotton and Matt Fanslow join me on the show this week to answer YOUR questions! When is shop culture worth leaving? What can an older technician transition to besides a service writer when they're done wrenching? How do you ask for raise? How do you handle misdiagnosis? | |||
| Magneto Resistive Sensors | 11 Dec 2022 | 00:49:07 | |
This week on the show I describe Magneto resistive sensors used in automotive applications, specifically wheel speed sensors. I'll describe the basic sensor operation, testing methods, and share 3 case studies involving MR style sensors. A 2008 Nissan Pathfinder with no 4x4 operation. Also a 2010 Toyota Prius and a 2015 Ram 1500 that have has sensors replaced, but still have circuit codes for wheel speed sensors. | |||
| Jamie Holmes | 06 Dec 2022 | 01:51:01 | |
Jamie Holmes joins me on the show this week to talk about his journey in the automotive field, passion for your career, business ownership, automotive programming, & more. | |||
| Acura MDX GDI Issues | 28 Nov 2022 | 00:51:06 | |
This week on the show I share a case study on a 2017 Acura MDX 3.5L GDI V6. The vehicle has no communication with multiple modules, on top of low high side fuel pressure with a few twists along the way. | |||
| The Return Of The Matt & Matt Show!! | 20 Nov 2022 | 02:05:07 | |
Matt Fanslow & Matthew Skundrich join me on the show this week to discuss what it means to be an A-tech, specialization in the automotive world, what and economic downturn could look like for shops, Taylor Swift, and more!! | |||
| Nooh Alhamad | 12 Nov 2022 | 01:31:16 | |
Nooh Alhamad joins me on the show this week. He is a local shop owner/technician. Nooh shares his journey in the auto industry to becoming a shop owner and some of the struggles along the way. We'll also discuss investment in tooling and in yourself. Warning- this episode contains explicit language. | |||
| 260: Fuel Quality Testing | 15 Jun 2024 | 00:36:44 | |
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? | |||
| Mike Christopherson | 05 Nov 2022 | 01:04:33 | |
Mike Christopherson joins me on the show this week to talk Modules, programming, EEPROM, training and more. Make sure to check out the link/email below to get more information on the training Mike offers. | |||
| Air Suspension Delete, Escape Timing issues, & Yukon Network Problems | 30 Oct 2022 | 00:43:16 | |
This week on the show I share 3 vehicles I've dealt with recently doing mobile programming and diagnostics. A 2006 Lincoln Navigator where the shop deleted the air suspension and wants the warning message off. A pair of 2013 Ford Escapes with timing issues after repair. Finally a 2011 GMC Yukon that has power lift-gate issues and develops into a no comm situation. | |||
| Scott Hicks | 23 Oct 2022 | 00:55:56 | |
This week on the show Scott Hicks joins me at the ASTE conference in North Carolina. Scott is a technician in North Carolina and shares his journey in the automotive field along with the transition from European to independent. | |||
| Mario Rojas & Oz Sepulveda | 15 Oct 2022 | 01:20:21 | |
Oz Sepulveda & Mario Rojas sit down to chat with me at ASTE. We talk Euro cars, content creation, Scotty Kilmer, & more. Check out both Mario's & Oz's Youtube channels below. | |||
| Pedro De La Torre | 08 Oct 2022 | 01:00:42 | |
Pedro De La Torre joins me on the show this week to talk about his upcoming webinar on Subaru ECM repair. We'll also chat about running a business, EEPROM work, and module programming. Check out the link to the webinar below! | |||
| General Motors & Nissan Transmission Programming | 03 Oct 2022 | 00:41:43 | |
This is the follow up to last week's episode on transmission programming. Today we'll cover General Motors 6 & 8 speeds, and Nissan CVT & RWD transmissions. | |||
| Chrysler & Ford Transmission Programming | 25 Sep 2022 | 00:36:58 | |
This episode will be the first in a multi-episode series on transmission programming. I'll cover all the major brands and let you know whats needed and whats possible when programming replacement or rebuilt transmissions. Which transmissions is programming needed on? What tools are needed/capable? Is us used an option? I'll answer those questions on Chrysler & Ford vehicles today. | |||
| Chrysler 62TE Transmission Circuit Codes | 19 Sep 2022 | 00:37:16 | |
This week on the show I walk you through diagnosing Chrysler 62TE transmission circuit fault codes. This covers the Dodge Avenger, Grand Caravan, Journey, Chrysler Pacifica, 200, Sebring, Town & Country, Ram Promaster, & VW Routan. The PCM's in these vehicles have a default strategy that makes the circuit difficult to assess, but with some understanding of how it reacts to faults we can come to a conclusion quickly. Make sure to check out the video in the FB group on Chrysler flash file look up. | |||
| ADAS & Pre-crash With Paul Drysch, CEO Of PreAct Technologies | 11 Sep 2022 | 00:33:28 | |
Paul Drysch, CEO Of PreAct Technologies joins me on the show this week to discuss ADAS technologies on vehicles today and in the future. We chat about the sensors involved, limitations to autonomous vehicles, and the software-definable vehicle. | |||
| Tech Tips & Case Studies | 04 Sep 2022 | 00:37:22 | |
This week on the show I present 2 helpful tips for diagnostic technicians and 2 case studies from mobile diagnostic work. A 2015 Range Rover with a overboost code and a 2012 Chevy Malibu with a strange misfire. | |||
| 259: S.T. Mobile | 09 Jun 2024 | 00:59:56 | |
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. | |||
| Key Stuff | 28 Aug 2022 | 00:53:40 | |
This week on the show I'm sharing my experiences of venturing into the key cutting and programming world. What tools have I found helpful? What roadblocks have I encountered? Is this a path worth perusing? | |||
| It's Just Particles, Man! With Matt Fanslow | 22 Aug 2022 | 01:38:15 | |
Matt Fanslow Joins me on the show this week to talk about fuel injector testing, intermittent problems, Electrical testing and more! Make sure to check out Matt's show at the link below! | |||
| Be Brave Enough To Suck At Something New With Justin Morgan | 13 Aug 2022 | 01:08:25 | |
Justin Morgan from LMV Bavarian joins me on the show this week. Justin provides tech support for BMW's. We'll talk about what he does, how he got there, why challenging yourself to be a beginner at something is good for you, and also the Pico 7 class that Justin and Seth Thorson are teaching at ASTE. | |||
| Personal Finance, Saving, & Retirement With Dutch | 08 Aug 2022 | 01:34:06 | |
Dutch joins me on the show this week to talk about savings, debt pay off, investment, and retirement for automotive technicians. If you're like me you had no formal education on these subjects and had to learn on your own. I'm hoping this discussion can get you thinking about how to set you and your family up for financial success now and in the future! | |||
| Auto Stop/Start Extended Crank | 31 Jul 2022 | 00:35:37 | |
This week on the show I share my experience tracking down an extended crank on a 2014 Chevrolet Malibu ONLY during an Auto-start event. I eventually find a fix, but am left with some questions... | |||
| My Module My Choice With Tomi Oliva | 24 Jul 2022 | 01:35:10 | |
Tomi Oliva joins me on the show this week to talk USED control modules! What's possible? How do you know? How do you even attempt it? Should you attempt it? What tooling do you need? We cover all this and more. | |||
| Voltage Drop, Mileage Correction, & Crank-No Start Diagnosis | 17 Jul 2022 | 00:59:02 | |
This week on the show I share 3 case studies from my mobile diagnostic and programming business. A 2016 Chevrolet Impala that is setting a voltage plausibility code. A 2005 Buick Lacrosse that needs mileage corrected after a instrument cluster replacement, and finally a 2005 Nissan Altima, crank-no start that seems to have multiple issues. | |||
| ASTE Training Event With David Roman & Lucus Underwood From The ASOG Podcast | 10 Jul 2022 | 01:27:27 | |
Lucas Underwood & David Roman join me on the show this week to talk about the ASTE training event this September 29th-October 1st in North Carolina. We also discuss the flat-rate pay system and shop ownership. Check out the links below for all the details and make sure to check out the ASOG Podcast. | |||
| Entrepreneurship & Mobile Life With Don Smasal & Kyle Buell | 04 Jul 2022 | 01:23:25 | |
Kyle Buell and Don Smasal join me this week on the show to talk about going out on their own as mobile diagnosticians/programmers. What led them to that decision? Whats been most challenging? What do they enjoy about being self employed? | |||
| Communication, Convertibles, & Control Modules | 27 Jun 2022 | 00:56:42 | |
This week on the show I share 3 case studies. A 2017 F-350 Diesel with emission warning lights and communication codes, a 2014 Infiniti Q60 with a convertible top issue, & finally a 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix with an PCM that will give the scan tool codes but nothing else. | |||
| 258: Subaru Forester CAN BUS Fault | 01 Jun 2024 | 00:49:59 | |
This week on the show I share a case study on a 2017 Subaru Forester that has an Eyesight warning message. It turns out that the fuse is blown, but when installing a new fuse, the entire CAN BUS goes down. Join me to find the source of the problem. | |||
| The Obstacle Is The Way | 18 Jun 2022 | 00:43:20 | |
This week on the show I want to talk about why taking on difficult tasks and pushing yourself out of your comfort zone can be the best thing for you. | |||
| ADAS L4 ASE Test With Keith Perkins & PJ Walter | 12 Jun 2022 | 01:24:17 | |
Per listener request, Keith Perkins & PJ Walter join me on the show this week to talk about the new L4 ADAS ASE test. Keith was involved in creating the test, and PJ recently took it. We'll discuss what goes into making an ASE test, why taking the tests is beneficial, and how to prepare. | |||
| Corey Bruggemann | 05 Jun 2022 | 01:12:49 | |
This week on the show Corey Bruggemann joins me, Corey is a mobile technician in Staten Island, New York. We're going to talk about how he got into mobile work and he shares some great life advice. Corey also has a YouTube channel, check out the link below. | |||
| Sam Brooks | 29 May 2022 | 01:20:45 | |
Sam Brooks joins me on the show this week. Sam runs a mobile programming business in Michigan. He also has a YouTube channel demonstrating programming procedures, see the link below. We're going to discuss how he started his mobile business and the world of automotive programming. | |||
| Personal Documentation Library | 22 May 2022 | 00:37:34 | |
This week on the show I share the value I've found in documenting detailed information from diagnostic and programming work. Sometimes having specific voltage values, data PIDS, or just helpful notes can save you or someone else loads of time down the road. I share my method behind recording info to create my personal library. | |||
| Parasitic Draw Tips | 15 May 2022 | 00:46:08 | |
This week on the show I share my tips & process I use when approaching parasitic draws on modern vehicles. | |||
| Gustavo Robles | 09 May 2022 | 01:15:46 | |
Gustavo Robles joins me on the show this week. Gustavo is a foreman at a Toyota dealership in California. We discuss how we each came to discover the world of diagnostics and the value of aftermarket diagnostics even for dealer techs. WARNING- there is profanity in this episode. | |||
| John Miller | 01 May 2022 | 01:06:13 | |
John Miller joins me on the show this week. John is a listener of the Podcast & Lexus technician in Indianapolis. We'll chat about how he got into the field, his experience at Lexus, and some challenging vehicles. | |||
| Wesley Goodall | 24 Apr 2022 | 01:19:33 | |
Wesley Goodall joins me on the show this week. Wesley is from Washington and works on Sprinter vans for a European specialty shop. We chat about coming up in the automotive industry, constantly challenging yourself, and the decisions we make along the way. | |||
| Scott Shotton & Diagnosing Fuel Related Issues | 17 Apr 2022 | 01:06:25 | |
This week on the show Scott Shotton joins me to discuss methods of identifying fuel related issues on modern vehicles. We also bring up the 2011 GMC Sierra injector case study from last weeks episode. Check out the link below if you haven't heard it yet. | |||
| 257: Ever Since You Programmed My PCM My Daughter Is Pregnant! | 25 May 2024 | 00:39:34 | |
Welcome to the "Ever since you" Club. If you've been in the industry for any amount of time, you've experienced this. "My rear brakes are grinding ever since you changed my windshield wipers" Sometimes the claims made by customers are really out there. I mean, the vehicle lighting randomly flashing couldn't be caused by a transmission solenoid strategy update... could it? I make a case today to never exclude the possibility that you DID cause the issue the customer is concerned about, even if it doesn't make sense up front. The burden of proof is on us as repair professionals. | |||
| More Mobile Case Studies | 11 Apr 2022 | 00:59:51 | |
This week I'm sharing 2 mobile diagnostic case studies. | |||
| Brian Mann | 03 Apr 2022 | 01:32:38 | |
Brian Mann joins me on the show this week to share his experience and knowledge as a mobile diagnostic & programming technician. We chat about scan tools, problem vehicles, & work/life balance. | |||
| Daryll Caughron | 27 Mar 2022 | 02:05:24 | |
Daryll Caughron joins me on the show this week to talk about Vision, case studies, diagnostic methods, & more. | |||