A space to explore the diagnostic & technology side of automotive repair. We discuss tools, techniques, & ideas to sharpen your skills. We'll also interview experts in the automotive field.
I met up with Noah & Ben at ASTE in North Carolina this weekend. We had a great conversation about the ASTE event, training, networking, and even a story about accidently ingesting automotive fluids! Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320
Transferring a career's worth of knowledge and experience to a younger person is a tall order. Is it even possible, or do they have to live it themselves? Do we have an obligation to at least try before our knowledge leaves the industry? What are some of the challenges we face in trying to do this? Matt Fanslow joins me on the show to discuss this & more. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320...
This week I walk through several vehicles that I've run into lately with parts that have been replaced, but the parts are failed right out of the box. And in some cases, multiple times. This seems to be a more common problem than ever, so we need to take the right mindset into diagnostics in order to maintain confidence in our assessment of the problem. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320...
This week I walk you through a diagnosis of a P0017 on a 2011 Subaru Outback that seems unfix-able. With some help from some friends we're able to get this one back on the road...eventually. Learned cam value TSB- https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2019/MC-10160490-9999.pdf Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320...
Tomi Oliva & Brian Mann join me on the show today to discuss all the things they've learned along the way in running a mobile business. What are some of the pitfalls? What makes you the most successful? This episode contains some explicit language! Brain's website- https://handsonautotraining.com/ Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320...
Keith Perkins joins me on the show today to discuss everything he has going on with his mobile business & training website. make sure to check out the link to his site below! L1traning- https://www.l1training.com/ Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320...
Jeff Taylor & Kosta Ka join me on the show all the wat from Sydney, Australia! We'll discuss the differences between the US & Australian auto industries, as well as what the Garage Network is all about! Check out the link below. Garage Network websuite- https://www.thegaragenetwork.com.au/ Garage Network YouTube page- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdqjH3r5QzYfKxDyzh7RRRg Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320...
Noah Kight joins me on the show today to talk about his journey to becoming a technician and what its like to be a younger technician in the auto industry. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320
In todays episode (which was rerecorded as a Facebook livestream) Matt & Matt join me once again to discuss people in the automotive industry that we hold in high regard. People that have inspired us, helped us, & changed our career trajectory. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320
In this episode I walk you through 2 case studies involving shifted camshaft reluctors. How can we identify if the reluctor has shifted or if the engine is actually out of time without disassembly? The first vehicle is a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox, the second is a 2015 Dodge Charger. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320...
Today Ben Varnadoe joins me to tell his story of being a technician in the automotive field and how he navigated a long winding road to get where he is today. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320
Today Dan Quincy joins me to discuss some of the differences in the US & Canadian automotive industries. We also discuss transitioning from technician to instructor. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320
Today Cody Gaddie joins me to talk about all the good, bad, & unexpected of being a mobile diagnostic & programming technician. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320
This week Scott Shotton joins me to discuss why most shop owners/managers say "I can't find any good techs!" Is there truly a tech shortage? A major lack of people entering the industry? Or are we running potential talent out of the field before they have a chance to thrive? Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320...
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.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320...
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 let me know! The solutions will be announced next week. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https:...
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/223994012068320 Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com...
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://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320...
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 minutes. 1-612-351-2184 Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/grou...
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.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320...
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
