{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"353: (Throwback) Be Brave Enough To Suck At Something New With Justin Morgan","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/353-throwback-be-brave-enough-to-suck-at-something-new-with-justin-morgan","audioUrl":"https://www.buzzsprout.com/809423/episodes/19230389-353-throwback-be-brave-enough-to-suck-at-something-new-with-justin-morgan.mp3","description":"I'll be out of town for the holiday weekend, so I'm re-airing one of our most popular episodes form 4 years ago with Justin Morgan. We chat about a number topics including a great lesson to keep trying new things even though you may have to start out a beginner level. Have a great Memorial day!Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@automotivediagnosticpodcas8832Email- STmobilediag@gmail.comPlease make sure to check out our sponsors!SJ Auto Solutions- https://sjautosolutions.com/Automotive Seminars- https://automotiveseminars.com/L1 Automotive Training- https://www.l1training.com/Autorescue tools- https://autorescuetools.com/  "},"annotations":[{"startTime":125.72,"endTime":131.7,"type":"brand","title":"Phoenix Smart","url":"/glossary/phoenix-smart","quote":"I have an older Phoenix Plus and then I have the newer Phoenix Smart,\n[131.7s] which I really like, really nice tool for the price point.","canonicalId":"brand:phoenix-smart","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Phoenix Smart is a diagnostic scan tool model the host uses for programming and diagnostics. The host highlights it as “really nice” for its price point, and frames it as a practical alternative for shops that want capable tooling without paying top-tier brand prices.","simplifiedExplanation":"Phoenix Smart is a diagnostic tool model the host recommends. They use it for things like programming and troubleshooting cars, and they say it’s a good value."}},{"startTime":125.72,"endTime":131.7,"type":"brand","title":"Phoenix Plus","url":"/glossary/phoenix-plus","quote":"I have an older Phoenix Plus and then I have the newer Phoenix Smart,\n[131.7s] which I really like, really nice tool for the price point.","canonicalId":"brand:phoenix-plus","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Phoenix Plus is a diagnostic scan tool model mentioned by the host. It’s positioned as an older version compared with the newer Phoenix Smart, implying an upgrade path for shop diagnostics work.","simplifiedExplanation":"Phoenix Plus is a specific diagnostic tool model the host uses. They mention it as the older version of a newer tool, Phoenix Smart."}},{"startTime":140.5,"endTime":145.3,"type":"term","title":"programming","url":"/glossary/programming","quote":"I'm coming in and doing programming and a lot of time diagnostics and they're asking me,\n[145.3s] well, what tool do you use?","canonicalId":"term:programming","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In automotive diagnostics, “programming” usually means updating or configuring vehicle modules (like control units) using the scan tool. It’s often required after repairs, part replacements, or certain service procedures so the car’s electronics work correctly together.","simplifiedExplanation":"Here, “programming” means using the scan tool to update or set up the car’s electronic modules. Shops do this after repairs or when parts are replaced so the car can recognize and use them properly."}},{"startTime":140.5,"endTime":145.3,"type":"term","title":"diagnostics","url":"/glossary/diagnostics","quote":"I'm coming in and doing programming and a lot of time diagnostics and they're asking me,\n[145.3s] well, what tool do you use?","canonicalId":"term:diagnostics","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Diagnostics” refers to using scan tools and test procedures to find the cause of a fault in a vehicle. It typically involves reading trouble codes, checking live data, and verifying which systems are actually failing rather than guessing.","simplifiedExplanation":"In this context, “diagnostics” means troubleshooting a car using a scan tool and tests. The goal is to figure out what’s causing the problem, not just guess."}},{"startTime":152.2,"endTime":153.5,"type":"term","title":"scan tool","url":"/glossary/scan-tool","quote":"And sometimes they're thinking, oh, I got some magical tool that tells me the solution\n[152.2s] right on the scan tool.","canonicalId":"term:scan-tool","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A scan tool is an electronic device used to communicate with a car’s onboard computers. It can read and clear trouble codes and display sensor data, but it doesn’t automatically “tell you the solution” without interpretation and testing.","simplifiedExplanation":"A scan tool is a device that plugs into the car to talk to its computer. It can show error codes and sensor readings, but you still have to figure out what the codes really mean."}},{"startTime":159.8,"endTime":165.4,"type":"brand","title":"snap on","url":"/glossary/snap-on","quote":"A lot of people, hey, we're tired of the snap on deal.\n[163.4s] And hey, if you like snap on, that's cool.","canonicalId":"brand:snap-on","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Snap-on is a well-known tool brand, and the host references it in the context of shop tool purchasing. The point is that some shops feel locked into the Snap-on ecosystem, while the host argues for alternatives based on price and capability.","simplifiedExplanation":"Snap-on is a popular brand of automotive tools. The host is saying some shops only want Snap-on, but he thinks other tools can be better value."}},{"startTime":695.9,"endTime":699.9,"type":"concept","title":"independent repair shop","url":"/glossary/independent-repair-shop","quote":"once I got out of the corporate stores and I got into an actual independent repair shop,\nI backed away from all the Asian, backed away from all the domestics.\nThen I was only doing European.","canonicalId":"concept:independent-repair-shop","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"An independent repair shop is a non-dealer service business that repairs vehicles for customers, usually across multiple brands. In this segment, the host explains how moving from corporate/dealer work into an independent shop enabled them to choose what brands to focus on.","simplifiedExplanation":"An independent repair shop is a regular mechanic shop that isn’t a dealership. The speaker is saying that switching to that kind of shop let them focus on certain brands instead of being tied to a corporate setup."}},{"startTime":709.5,"endTime":766.0,"type":"brand","title":"BMW","url":"/glossary/bmw","quote":"for about the last, I would say 10 years,\n85, 90% of what I was doing was BMW.\nWhich is kind of unheard of in the aftermarket world, right?","canonicalId":"brand:bmw","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"BMW is a German automaker known for building performance-oriented cars with a strong focus on driving dynamics. In this segment, the host is describing how their independent repair shop specialized heavily in BMW work, which is unusual in the aftermarket where many shops service multiple brands.","simplifiedExplanation":"BMW is a German car brand. Here, the speaker is saying they ended up working on mostly BMWs for years, which is different from many repair shops that handle lots of different brands."}},{"startTime":720.2,"endTime":723.2,"type":"concept","title":"aftermarket world","url":"/glossary/aftermarket-world","quote":"85, 90% of what I was doing was BMW.\nWhich is kind of unheard of in the aftermarket world, right?\nThere's not very many shops that will allow a technician to only work on one thing.","canonicalId":"concept:aftermarket-world","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The aftermarket is the part of the automotive industry outside the carmaker’s own dealer network—independent repair shops, parts suppliers, and service providers. The host contrasts their BMW-only specialization with the typical aftermarket model where shops spread across many brands.","simplifiedExplanation":"The aftermarket is everything that happens after a car is already sold—like independent repair shops and parts sellers. The speaker is saying most shops don’t specialize in just one brand like BMW."}},{"startTime":777.2,"endTime":789.0,"type":"topic","title":"public auto auctions","url":"/glossary/public-auto-auctions","quote":"And we also had public auto auctions, which if you don't, yeah,\nif you don't have a public auto auction in your area,\nlet me explain to you how bad this is.","canonicalId":"topic:public-auto-auctions","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Public auto auctions are venues where vehicles are sold to buyers through a bidding process, often at wholesale prices. The host uses them to explain how many cars can be “bad” or problematic when they’re coming through the auction pipeline.","simplifiedExplanation":"Public auto auctions are places where cars are sold by bidding. The speaker is saying that if you don’t have one nearby, you might not realize how rough some of the auction cars can be."}},{"startTime":790.4,"endTime":797.26,"type":"concept","title":"wholesale auction","url":"/glossary/wholesale-auction","quote":"So all the cars that go through the wholesale auction,\nwhether it's Mannheim, Hendrick, whatever, at the end of the week,","canonicalId":"concept:wholesale-auction","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A wholesale auction is a sale channel where vehicles are auctioned to dealers, repairers, and other buyers rather than directly to typical retail customers. The host is describing how cars that pass through wholesale auctions can end up in the shop pipeline and create difficult diagnostic/repair situations.","simplifiedExplanation":"A wholesale auction is where cars are sold in bulk to buyers like dealers or other businesses. The speaker is saying that cars coming from these auctions can be in rough shape, which affects what shops deal with."}},{"startTime":1133.52,"endTime":1138.0,"type":"term","title":"tech support","url":"/glossary/tech-support","quote":"And you know, anybody that you talk to that does tech support, any of the guys at auto logic, Perkins will tell you the same thing...","canonicalId":"term:tech-support","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In automotive diagnostics, “tech support” refers to expert help for troubleshooting vehicle problems—often involving scan data, diagnostic trouble codes, and step-by-step reasoning. The speaker is describing how different support people handle cases with varying skill and mindset.","simplifiedExplanation":"Here, “tech support” means getting help from someone who knows how to diagnose car problems. It’s not just fixing the car—it’s figuring out what’s causing the issue."}},{"startTime":1138.0,"endTime":1142.4,"type":"company","title":"auto logic","quote":"any of the guys at auto logic, Perkins will tell you the same thing, because he does some tech support on the side through his group.","canonicalId":"company:auto-logic","priority":0.2,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Auto Logic” is mentioned as a company that provides tech support in the automotive diagnostic world. The speaker uses it as an example of people who share the same troubleshooting perspective.","simplifiedExplanation":"The speaker is name-dropping a company that does automotive tech support. They’re using it to say, “people who do this for a living think the same way.”"}},{"startTime":1138.0,"endTime":1142.4,"type":"person","title":"Perkins","quote":"any of the guys at auto logic, Perkins will tell you the same thing, because he does some tech support on the side through his group.","canonicalId":"person:perkins","priority":0.15,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Perkins is referenced as someone who does tech support “on the side” and is part of the diagnostic community the speaker is describing. The point is that Perkins agrees with the speaker’s view of how tech support performance varies.","simplifiedExplanation":"Perkins is a person the speaker mentions as having experience with automotive tech support. They’re basically saying, “even someone else who does this agrees with me.”"}},{"startTime":1217.4,"endTime":1227.7,"type":"term","title":"diagnose","url":"/glossary/diagnose","quote":"And normally when I get tagged in on something, it's already a battle, right? It's already a science project. So the guy's already frustrated. He's irritated. He's done everything that he can think to do to diagnose this car.","canonicalId":"term:diagnose","priority":0.2,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"To “diagnose” in this context means using evidence (symptoms, codes, tests) to identify the root cause of a vehicle fault. The speaker contrasts diagnosing with guessing, emphasizing structured problem-solving when a car is already frustrating the owner or shop.","simplifiedExplanation":"To diagnose means to figure out what’s really wrong with the car, not just what it seems like. It’s about using clues from tests and symptoms to find the cause."}},{"startTime":1429.3,"endTime":1439.9,"type":"term","title":"compression test","url":"/glossary/compression-test","quote":"I get tapped into a case and I say, all right, well, you know, it's an engine performance issue, it misfire or whatever. Let's do a compression test. I already did a compression test. It's good.","canonicalId":"term:compression-test","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A compression test measures cylinder-to-cylinder compression pressure to see how healthy an engine’s internal sealing is. It’s often used when diagnosing misfires or low power to check for issues like worn rings, leaking valves, or head gasket problems.","simplifiedExplanation":"A compression test checks how well each cylinder in an engine is sealed and how much pressure it builds. If one cylinder is much lower than the others, it can point to an internal engine problem."}},{"startTime":1431.4,"endTime":1433.4,"type":"term","title":"misfire","url":"/glossary/misfire","quote":"it's an engine performance issue, it misfire or whatever. Let's do a compression test. I already did a compression test. It's good.","canonicalId":"term:misfire","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"An engine misfire is when one or more cylinders fail to ignite the air-fuel mixture at the right time. Modern engines detect misfires with sensors and use that information to adjust fueling/ignition and set diagnostic trouble codes.","simplifiedExplanation":"A misfire is when a cylinder doesn’t properly burn the fuel-air mix. It can cause rough running, hesitation, and warning lights, and the engine’s computer can usually detect it."}},{"startTime":1453.6,"endTime":1463.9,"type":"term","title":"test plan","url":"/glossary/test-plan","quote":"The compression is actually the specification for it is hidden inside of a test plan on the factory scan tool. And one step further, you actually have to to get into that test plan and get to the point where it tells you what the number should be.","canonicalId":"term:test-plan","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A test plan is a structured sequence of diagnostic steps and acceptance criteria defined by the manufacturer. In this context, it contains the correct compression numbers and the procedure to retrieve them using the factory diagnostic interface.","simplifiedExplanation":"A test plan is a step-by-step diagnostic procedure the manufacturer defines. It tells you what to measure and what numbers are considered acceptable."}},{"startTime":1463.9,"endTime":1469.8,"type":"term","title":"IMib","url":"/glossary/imib","quote":"You have to have the factory measuring interface, which for BMW is called an IMib, but it's basically a two channel scope that kind of tags into your vehicle interface.","canonicalId":"term:imib","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"IMib is BMW’s named diagnostic interface used to connect the vehicle to specialized factory diagnostic equipment. Here it’s described as a two-channel scope interface that tags into the vehicle interface for measurements during factory test procedures.","simplifiedExplanation":"IMib is BMW’s special diagnostic connection box/interface. It helps the technician hook up advanced test equipment to the car so the factory tests can read the right signals."}},{"startTime":1469.8,"endTime":1475.5,"type":"term","title":"two channel scope","url":"/glossary/two-channel-scope","quote":"which for BMW is called an IMib, but it's basically a two channel scope that kind of tags into your vehicle interface. You know, it hooks to your computer and it the tool uses it in conjunction.","canonicalId":"term:two-channel-scope","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A two-channel scope refers to an oscilloscope that can measure and display two electrical signals at the same time. In diagnostics, it helps correlate signals (like sensor inputs or control events) during a test sequence.","simplifiedExplanation":"A two-channel scope is a tool that shows electrical signals on a screen, two at once. It’s useful for seeing timing and relationships between different signals while diagnosing problems."}},{"startTime":1488.1,"endTime":1493.5,"type":"term","title":"cylinders","url":"/glossary/cylinders","quote":"Well, let's do it again. Just just hit one or two cylinders. Just hit one unaffected and one that's, you know, flagging for misfire.","canonicalId":"term:cylinders","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In a compression test, technicians compare compression readings across individual cylinders. Large differences between cylinders can indicate localized faults such as a leaking valve, failing head gasket on one cylinder, or timing-related issues affecting combustion.","simplifiedExplanation":"A cylinder is one of the engine’s combustion chambers. In a compression test, you measure each cylinder and compare them—if one is much lower, it points to a problem in that cylinder."}},{"startTime":1493.5,"endTime":1505.3,"type":"term","title":"timing problem","url":"/glossary/timing-problem","quote":"Okay. You got a timing problem. What? Yeah. Compression for that engine.","canonicalId":"term:timing-problem","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A timing problem means the engine’s ignition and/or valve timing is not occurring at the correct moment. The speaker connects a cylinder-to-cylinder compression discrepancy (in the context of a misfire diagnosis) to the possibility of timing being off.","simplifiedExplanation":"Timing is when the engine’s spark and valve events happen during each cycle. If timing is wrong, the engine can misfire or run poorly because the cylinder isn’t doing the right things at the right time."}},{"startTime":1551.9,"endTime":1556.4,"type":"term","title":"testing's done","quote":"sometimes you can't get the specific results you need.\n[1556.4s] But most of the time, if you kind of, kind of push just a little bit,\n[1560.5s] you'll get them to do it and then they'll come back and they'll, oh, okay, well,","canonicalId":"term:testing-s-done","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.52,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In diagnostics, “testing’s done” refers to the specific measurements and test results that prove (or disprove) a hypothesis. The speaker notes a challenge when you can’t see how the testing was performed, because you may not get the exact results you need to continue troubleshooting."}},{"startTime":1575.4,"endTime":1669.2,"type":"company","title":"Identifix","url":"/glossary/identifix","quote":"I remember when I first started out as a tech, we got Identifix a couple of years after I started\n[1586.3s] you know, the hotline service you could call if you really have something weird and","canonicalId":"company:identifix","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.92,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Identifix is an automotive diagnostic information provider used by technicians to speed up troubleshooting. In the episode, it’s described as a hotline-style service where experts guide you through a structured diagnostic process rather than simply handing over a final answer.","simplifiedExplanation":"Identifix is a service that helps mechanics diagnose car problems. Instead of just telling you the answer, they help you follow a step-by-step process so you know what to check next."}},{"startTime":1586.3,"endTime":1598.9,"type":"term","title":"hotline service","url":"/glossary/hotline-service","quote":"we got Identifix a couple of years after I started\n[1586.3s] you know, the hotline service you could call if you really have something weird and\n[1590.0s] we did call a handful of times and it was almost always like if we'd actually make a hotline call","canonicalId":"term:hotline-service","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.86,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A hotline service in automotive diagnostics is a direct support line where technicians can call for guidance when a problem is unusual or hard to pin down. The key point here is that the support often nudges you toward the right checks and test order, rather than providing a single definitive fix.","simplifiedExplanation":"A hotline service is like calling an expert when you’re stuck diagnosing a car. They usually tell you what to check next and how to think through it, not just what part to replace."}},{"startTime":1607.7,"endTime":1636.0,"type":"concept","title":"diagnostic process","url":"/glossary/diagnostic-process","quote":"they didn't give me like the specific answer, but they would always kind of nudge me in the\n[1607.7s] right direction to get me thinking about, oh, okay, I got to, I got to check this component,\n[1617.3s] right? Or why didn't I look at this earlier? You know, they're, they've got their process,","canonicalId":"concept:diagnostic-process","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.78,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A diagnostic process is a structured sequence of checks used to narrow down a fault. In the episode, the speaker emphasizes that the experts have a process for each car line and that you need to measure and verify the right things before moving on to the next step.","simplifiedExplanation":"A diagnostic process is a step-by-step way to figure out what’s wrong with a car. The idea is to test and confirm the right clues in order, so you don’t jump to conclusions."}},{"startTime":1795.1,"endTime":1804.1,"type":"term","title":"three wire sensor","url":"/glossary/three-wire-sensor","quote":"And, you know, if it's a three wire sensor, it's got to have a power, it's got to have a ground, and it's got to have a signal wire. That means it can only work that way.","canonicalId":"term:three-wire-sensor","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A three-wire sensor is an automotive sensor that uses three separate electrical connections: typically a power feed, a ground return, and a signal wire back to the vehicle’s control module. The host’s point is that this wiring structure limits what the sensor can do—so good diagnostics start by verifying those three circuits.","simplifiedExplanation":"A three-wire sensor has three wires that do different jobs: power, ground, and a signal that tells the car what it’s measuring. If one of those parts is wrong, the sensor can’t work correctly, so checking the wiring is a key diagnostic step."}},{"startTime":1809.4,"endTime":1812.0,"type":"term","title":"evap problem","url":"/glossary/evap-problem","quote":"to, I think it was an evap problem. But we were able to kind of narrow down. And I was like, well,","canonicalId":"term:evap-problem","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“EVAP” refers to the evaporative emissions system that captures fuel vapors from the fuel tank and routes them for combustion instead of venting them to the atmosphere. When the host says “evap problem,” they’re talking about a fault in that vapor-capture/venting/control system, often involving tank pressure readings and valves.","simplifiedExplanation":"EVAP is the system that keeps fuel vapors from escaping into the air. If there’s an “EVAP problem,” it usually means the car isn’t capturing or controlling those vapors correctly."}},{"startTime":1815.2,"endTime":1823.0,"type":"term","title":"fuel tank pressure","url":"/glossary/fuel-tank-pressure","quote":"you know, if you release the vent and the fuel tank pressure doesn't drop, like, I feel like the pressure sensor is not doing its job, or the valve's not really doing its job.","canonicalId":"term:fuel-tank-pressure","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Fuel tank pressure is monitored by the EVAP system to confirm that vapors are being captured and that the system can hold or change pressure as commanded. If the pressure doesn’t drop when a vent is released, it suggests a stuck valve, a control issue, or a faulty pressure sensor.","simplifiedExplanation":"The car measures how much pressure is inside the fuel tank. That helps it verify the EVAP system is working; if the pressure doesn’t behave as expected, something in the venting/valve/sensor part of the system is likely wrong."}},{"startTime":1817.0,"endTime":1823.0,"type":"term","title":"pressure sensor","url":"/glossary/pressure-sensor","quote":"you know, if you release the vent and the fuel tank pressure doesn't drop, like, I feel like the pressure sensor is not doing its job, or the valve's not really doing its job.","canonicalId":"term:pressure-sensor","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In EVAP diagnostics, the fuel tank pressure sensor reports how the tank pressure changes while the system opens/closes valves. If the sensor reading doesn’t match what the EVAP venting should do, the diagnostic logic may point to a bad sensor or an EVAP valve that isn’t operating.","simplifiedExplanation":"This sensor tells the car what the fuel tank pressure is. If the readings don’t change when the car commands the system to vent, the sensor or the valve controlling the vent is probably the problem."}},{"startTime":1820.1,"endTime":1829.4,"type":"term","title":"valve","url":"/glossary/valve","quote":"pressure sensor is not doing its job, or the valve's not really doing its job. And it's not super easy to get to that fuel tank pressure sensor. So let's manually check the valve and see if it's good.","canonicalId":"term:valve","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"EVAP valves control how vapors move—such as opening a vent path or regulating flow between the tank and the rest of the EVAP system. The host’s point is that if commanded venting doesn’t cause the expected pressure change, manually checking the valve can confirm whether it’s stuck or not responding.","simplifiedExplanation":"EVAP valves are the “switches” that open and close paths for fuel vapors. If opening the vent doesn’t change tank pressure, the valve may be stuck or not working."}},{"startTime":1836.0,"endTime":1842.0,"type":"concept","title":"diagnosis by exclusion","url":"/glossary/diagnosis-by-exclusion","quote":"I kind of hate diagnosis by exclusion, but I think that is the Achilles heel of support is unfortunately, we find ourselves on the bay","canonicalId":"concept:diagnosis-by-exclusion","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Diagnosis by exclusion” is a troubleshooting approach where you rule out likely causes one by one until only a few possibilities remain. The host dislikes it because it can feel indirect, but they note it’s common in real-world support work when you can’t easily access certain sensors or components.","simplifiedExplanation":"This is when you troubleshoot by ruling things out—checking the most common causes first, then narrowing down. It’s not always the fastest method, but it’s often what you have to do when you can’t test everything directly."}},{"startTime":1906.6,"endTime":1913.0,"type":"term","title":"brake caliper","url":"/glossary/brake-caliper","quote":"it's like, eventually you're going to do something that seems stupid and it seems like first day stuff. Like I tell guys all the time, if you've never put a brake caliper on upside down, you ain't done enough brake chops.","canonicalId":"term:brake-caliper","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A brake caliper is the clamp that squeezes brake pads against the rotor to slow the car down. The host’s joke about putting a brake caliper on upside down highlights a real installation mistake that can cause bleeding/fitment issues and wasted time.","simplifiedExplanation":"The brake caliper is the part that squeezes the brake pads onto the spinning brake disc. If it’s installed wrong (like upside down), it can cause problems like poor bleeding or the brakes not working correctly."}},{"startTime":1921.5,"endTime":1930.0,"type":"term","title":"bleeder screws","url":"/glossary/bleeder-screws","quote":"you're going to swap the right and the left and you're going to go, damn it, this won't bleed. And about two hours later, you're going to go, wait a minute, the bleeder screws on the bottom.","canonicalId":"term:bleeder-screws","priority":0.3,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Bleeder screws are valves on a brake caliper or wheel cylinder used to release trapped air and old fluid during brake bleeding. The host’s “wait a minute” moment is a common gotcha: the bleeder screw location/orientation matters for proper bleeding.","simplifiedExplanation":"Bleeder screws are small valves you open to let air out of the brake system. If you don’t notice where they are (or the caliper is installed wrong), bleeding can be confusing or ineffective."}},{"startTime":2539.9,"endTime":2546.7,"type":"term","title":"Pico seven","url":"/glossary/pico-seven","quote":"This is an eight hour Pico seven for BMW text. Now, does that mean that if you don't work on BMWs primarily, you can't come to training?","canonicalId":"term:pico-seven","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Pico seven” refers to a Pico Technology automotive diagnostic oscilloscope used to view electrical signals from sensors and control modules. It’s commonly used for “scoping” (measuring waveforms) when troubleshooting intermittent or hard-to-diagnose issues.","simplifiedExplanation":"Pico seven is a special diagnostic tool that lets a mechanic “watch” electrical signals in a car. Instead of guessing, you can see what the sensor is doing on a screen."}},{"startTime":2551.6,"endTime":2562.1,"type":"term","title":"scoping","url":"/glossary/scoping","quote":"What it means is, is that all the examples, all the things that I'm going to be scoping all of the sensors that we're going to learn about all the systems we're going to learn about are on BMWs.","canonicalId":"term:scoping","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In diagnostics, “scoping” means using an oscilloscope to measure and interpret voltage waveforms from sensors and circuits. It helps confirm signal shape, timing, and faults that a basic multimeter can’t show.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Scoping” means using a tool to look at the electrical signal from a sensor. It helps you see problems that aren’t obvious with simple checks."}},{"startTime":2615.6,"endTime":2619.0,"type":"term","title":"active crank shaft sensors","url":"/glossary/active-crank-shaft-sensors","quote":"And I'm not just talking about old stuff that nobody cares about. I'm talking about active crank shaft sensors. I'm talking about active two wire magneto resistive sensors for wheel speed.","canonicalId":"term:active-crank-shaft-sensors","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Active crank shaft sensors” are crankshaft position sensors that generate a signal using active electronics (rather than relying purely on passive magnetic induction). They’re used to provide precise engine timing information for ignition and fuel control."}},{"startTime":2619.0,"endTime":2627.5,"type":"term","title":"active two wire magneto resistive sensors for wheel speed","url":"/glossary/active-two-wire-magneto-resistive-sensors-for-wheel-speed","quote":"I'm talking about active crank shaft sensors. I'm talking about active two wire magneto resistive sensors for wheel speed.","canonicalId":"term:active-two-wire-magneto-resistive-sensors-for-wheel-speed","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Active two wire magneto resistive sensors for wheel speed” are wheel-speed sensors that use magnetoresistive technology and require power (active) to produce an output. They report wheel rotation speed to the vehicle’s stability/ABS and related control systems.","simplifiedExplanation":"These are wheel-speed sensors that measure how fast each wheel is turning. They help systems like ABS and traction control know what the wheels are doing."}},{"startTime":2620.9,"endTime":2664.8,"type":"term","title":"Flexray","url":"/glossary/flexray","quote":"I'm talking about the latest communication networks, Flexray. We're three phase motors. We're going to throw some stuff in there that fortunately, BMW was the first idiots to use.","canonicalId":"term:flexray","priority":0.85,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"FlexRay is a high-speed vehicle communication network used to connect electronic control units with deterministic timing (so messages arrive predictably). It’s often used in chassis and powertrain systems where timing matters.","simplifiedExplanation":"FlexRay is a “data network” inside the car that lets computers talk to each other quickly and reliably. It’s used when timing is important for control systems."}},{"startTime":2627.5,"endTime":2632.1,"type":"term","title":"three phase motors","url":"/glossary/three-phase-motors","quote":"I'm talking about the latest communication networks, Flexray. We're three phase motors. We're going to throw some stuff in there that fortunately, BMW was the first idiots to use.","canonicalId":"term:three-phase-motors","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Three phase motors” are electric motors driven by three alternating current phases, which helps produce smooth torque and efficient operation. In vehicles, they’re common in electric drive and some actuator systems.","simplifiedExplanation":"A three-phase motor is an electric motor that uses three electrical “channels” to spin smoothly. Cars use them in various electric systems because they’re efficient."}},{"startTime":3061.7,"endTime":3067.4,"type":"term","title":"plug-in hybrids","url":"/glossary/plug-in-hybrid","quote":"A lot of people forget that a Tesla is still a car and not a very well built one, which is why guys that work on BMWs like to work on Teslas because we're like, Ooh, look, another thing that falls apart. Man, I'm telling you, there is tons of work that has nothing to do with hybrid systems on these Teslas. There's suspensions, there's brakes. A lot of guys don't know this, but you have to do, and it's not just Teslas, a lot of hybrids, especially plug-in hybrids, you're going to do brake maintenance twice as often as you would on a regular car","canonicalId":"term:plug-in-hybrids","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) are cars that combine a gasoline engine with an electric motor and can be charged from an external power source. The episode highlights that PHEVs often use regenerative braking, which can change brake wear patterns and increase the need for brake service.","simplifiedExplanation":"Plug-in hybrids are cars that use both gas and electricity, and you can charge them by plugging them in. Because they slow down using the electric system sometimes, the brakes may not get used normally and can need extra attention."}},{"startTime":3073.2,"endTime":3077.3,"type":"term","title":"regenerative braking","url":"/glossary/regenerative-braking","quote":"Yeah. Especially up here. I know. Because the brakes just aren't getting used. You're doing regenerative braking. So if you don't service those, if you don't tear the calipers apart and lube the pads and lube the slides and service the brakes, change the fluid.","canonicalId":"term:regenerative-braking","priority":0.8,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Regenerative braking is when an electric motor slows the car and converts some of that motion back into electrical energy stored in the battery. 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The episode warns that with reduced friction-brake use (from regenerative braking), calipers can seize if they aren’t disassembled, lubricated, and serviced.","simplifiedExplanation":"Brake calipers are the parts that squeeze the brake pads against the rotors to slow the car down. If they don’t get serviced—especially on cars that use regenerative braking—a caliper can stick and stop working smoothly."}},{"startTime":3496.6,"endTime":3501.7,"type":"brand","title":"Porsche","url":"/glossary/porsche","quote":"Now it's a BMW thing, an infinity thing, a Nissan thing, a Porsche thing,\nlike everybody out east got it.","canonicalId":"brand:porsche","priority":0.2,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Porsche is named as one of the brands that now uses variable valve timing technology. In this context, it’s evidence that modern engine control strategies have become widespread across performance and mainstream brands.","simplifiedExplanation":"Porsche is used as another example of a car brand that has adopted this engine technology. The takeaway is that it’s no longer limited to one manufacturer."}},{"startTime":3496.6,"endTime":3501.7,"type":"brand","title":"Nissan","url":"/glossary/nissan","quote":"Now it's a BMW thing, an infinity thing, a Nissan thing, a Porsche thing,\nlike everybody out east got it.","canonicalId":"brand:nissan","priority":0.2,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Nissan is mentioned as a brand that uses variable valve timing technology. The host’s broader point is that modern engine valve control systems are now common across many automakers.","simplifiedExplanation":"Nissan is mentioned as another example of a brand using this engine technology. The host is saying it’s become standard across the industry."}},{"startTime":3496.6,"endTime":3498.9,"type":"brand","title":"infinity","url":"/glossary/infinity","quote":"You'll get variable valve timing. Everybody uses variable valve timing now.\n[3496.6s] just a BMW thing. Now it's a BMW thing, an infinity thing, a Nissan thing, a Porsche thing,","canonicalId":"brand:infinity","priority":0.2,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Infinity” appears to be a transcription of Infiniti, which is referenced alongside BMW, Nissan, and Porsche as a brand using variable valve timing technology. The context is about how valve-control tech has spread across brands.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Infinity” is likely referring to Infiniti, another car brand. The host is listing brands that now use the same kind of engine valve technology."}},{"startTime":3508.6,"endTime":3515.1,"type":"term","title":"ASC tests","quote":"So then I tell everybody, guess what? I still take ASC tests and they go,\n[3515.1s] if they go, ha, it's, if it's not that it's, well, I just don't see the point.","canonicalId":"term:asc-tests","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.45,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“ASC tests” are mentioned as an assessment the speaker still takes, but the transcript doesn’t define what ASC stands for. In this context, it’s about continuing education/certification-style testing rather than demonstrating expertise.","simplifiedExplanation":"“ASC tests” sounds like a kind of certification or skills test for technicians. The speaker is saying they take it for learning/keeping up, not to claim they’re already an expert."}},{"startTime":3669.0,"endTime":3675.0,"type":"car","title":"BMW diesel","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/2/2c/%2710_BMW_3-Series_Diesel_%28MIAS_%2710%29.jpg","quote":"When I took the A9 test, I'm okay at diesels. I grew up in a heavy duty diesel family, but most of everything I work on is light duty. I did really well on that test. I do tons of emissions problems, tons. If I'm on the phone with somebody for a BMW diesel, it's involving the SCR.","canonicalId":"car:bmw:diesel","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"BMW diesel vehicles often use modern emissions systems, including SCR, to reduce NOx. When a BMW diesel has emissions-related faults, diagnostics frequently involve the SCR control strategy and related sensors.","simplifiedExplanation":"BMW diesels use exhaust-cleaning systems to meet emissions rules. If something goes wrong, the fix often involves checking the SCR system and related parts.","imageAttribution":"Bull-Doser (Public domain)"}},{"startTime":3678.0,"endTime":3684.0,"type":"term","title":"SCR lockdown","url":"/glossary/scr-lockdown","quote":"It's SCR and this, right? There's a body systems issue and it's an SCR lockdown. I got three out of five questions on emissions systems wrong and I went, how's that possible?","canonicalId":"term:scr-lockdown","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"An SCR lockdown is a protective strategy where the vehicle restricts operation or limits certain functions because the emissions system isn’t behaving as expected. It’s meant to prevent excessive NOx emissions when the SCR system can’t operate correctly.","simplifiedExplanation":"An SCR lockdown is when the car limits performance or changes behavior to protect the emissions system. It usually happens when the car thinks the exhaust-cleaning system isn’t working right."}},{"startTime":3686.0,"endTime":3692.0,"type":"term","title":"emissions systems","url":"/glossary/emissions-systems","quote":"I got three out of five questions on emissions systems wrong and I went, how's that possible? But I figured it out.","canonicalId":"term:emissions-systems","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Emissions systems are the set of components and controls that reduce pollutants from the exhaust. On modern diesels, this can include SCR, sensors, and engine/ECU logic that determines when and how the system should operate."}},{"startTime":3718.0,"endTime":3729.0,"type":"term","title":"ASEs","url":"/glossary/ases","quote":"It's the same piece of paper, but I still take ASEs. Does it mean that I'm better than somebody else?","canonicalId":"term:ases","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"ASEs refers to ASE certifications from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. They’re professional exams that test a technician’s knowledge across areas like engine performance, brakes, and electrical systems.","simplifiedExplanation":"ASEs are professional certifications for mechanics. They’re tests that show you know how to diagnose and repair different kinds of car problems."}},{"startTime":3733.71,"endTime":3741.8,"type":"term","title":"ASE certifications","url":"/glossary/ase-certifications","quote":"in Africa, because he has like 4,000 ASE certifications? He has all of them, like all of them.","canonicalId":"term:ase-certifications","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"ASE stands for the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence, and “ASE certifications” are professional credentials earned by passing standardized automotive tests. In practice, they’re a way to signal that a technician has demonstrated knowledge in specific areas like diagnostics, engines, or transmissions.","simplifiedExplanation":"ASE is a well-known testing program for auto mechanics. If someone has ASE certifications, it means they passed official exams that prove they know how to diagnose and repair cars."}},{"startTime":3828.9,"endTime":3834.2,"type":"term","title":"manual drivetrain and transaxle","url":"/glossary/manual-drivetrain-and-transaxle","quote":"The, the, I think it's, I forget the numbers too, but the manual drivetrain and transaxle, that is by far my weakest test out of all of them for sure, because it's the stuff I did the least of.","canonicalId":"term:manual-drivetrain-and-transaxle","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A “drivetrain” is the set of components that deliver power from the engine to the wheels. 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If it wears out, the car can feel jerky or slip, so mechanics replace it."}},{"startTime":3839.6,"endTime":3846.4,"type":"term","title":"axles and axle seals","url":"/glossary/axles-and-axle-seals","quote":"Like I changed some clutches and, you know, a couple of axles and axle seals, but I wasn't the drivetrain guy, like rebuild and diffs and taking apart manual transmissions.","canonicalId":"term:axles-and-axle-seals","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Axles are the shafts that transmit torque from the transmission/transaxle to the wheels. Axle seals prevent fluid leaks where the axle passes through the housing; replacing them often comes up when diagnosing leaks or contamination that can damage bearings and gears.","simplifiedExplanation":"Axles are the parts that send power to the wheels. Axle seals are the seals that keep the transmission or differential fluid from leaking out where the axle goes through the housing."}},{"startTime":3846.4,"endTime":3852.4,"type":"term","title":"manual transmissions","url":"/glossary/manual-transmission","quote":"but I wasn't the drivetrain guy, like rebuild and diffs and taking apart manual transmissions.","canonicalId":"term:manual-transmissions","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.65,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A manual transmission is a gearbox that requires the driver to select gears using a clutch pedal and gear shifter. The diagnostic challenge is often mechanical—wear, gear engagement issues, and internal failures—rather than purely electronic control problems.","simplifiedExplanation":"A manual transmission is the kind of car where you shift gears yourself. It uses a clutch to change gears, and repairs can involve internal mechanical parts, not just sensors."}},{"startTime":3846.4,"endTime":3852.4,"type":"term","title":"difffs","quote":"but I wasn't the drivetrain guy, like rebuild and diffs and taking apart manual transmissions.","canonicalId":"term:difffs","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Diffs” is shorthand for differentials, the gearsets that allow the left and right wheels to rotate at different speeds while turning. In drivetrain testing, differential rebuilds are a specialized mechanical job compared with basic repairs.","simplifiedExplanation":"A differential (often called a “diff”) is what lets the wheels spin at different speeds when you turn. It’s part of the drivetrain, and fixing one usually requires specialized mechanical work."}},{"startTime":3861.2,"endTime":3867.0,"type":"term","title":"automatic trans","url":"/glossary/automatic-trans","quote":"almost everybody says one of the same two tests, automatic trans or manual trans. That's always the ones that get everybody.","canonicalId":"term:automatic-trans","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Automatic trans” refers to an automatic transmission, which uses hydraulic control and electronic sensors to shift gears without a manual clutch. The speaker is contrasting it with manual-transmission testing, implying different failure modes and diagnostic approaches.","simplifiedExplanation":"An automatic transmission shifts gears by itself. The way it’s diagnosed and repaired can be different from a manual transmission because it relies on control systems and internal hydraulics."}},{"startTime":3918.5,"endTime":3922.1,"type":"term","title":"park and four neutrals","quote":"They always came out with problems. We'd send them in for a park and four neutrals,\n[3922.1s] and we'd get it back and have a park and three neutrals and a, and a first gear.","canonicalId":"term:park-and-four-neutrals","priority":0.8,"confidence":0.65,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Park and four neutrals” describes a transmission behavior where multiple gear selections result in neutral-like operation rather than the expected gear engagement. It’s a diagnostic clue that points to hydraulic control or internal mechanical failures. The speaker uses it to explain why the rebuilt transmissions kept coming back with incorrect gear behavior.","simplifiedExplanation":"That phrase describes a transmission that won’t properly engage the selected gears. Instead of driving in the right gear, it behaves like it’s in neutral. When that happens repeatedly, it strongly suggests something internal is failing or not being controlled correctly."}},{"startTime":3937.2,"endTime":3944.0,"type":"term","title":"Teflon ceiling rings","url":"/glossary/teflon-ceiling-rings","quote":"So I can tell the shop to be like,\n[3937.2s] pay special attention to the Teflon ceiling rings on the intermediate shaft between\n[3944.0s] A and B, because I have massive pressure loss going into B from one to two, according to the\n[3950.8s] pie chart.","canonicalId":"term:teflon-ceiling-rings","priority":0.9,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Teflon sealing rings (often called sealing rings) are used on automatic transmission components to control hydraulic pressure. If they leak, you can get pressure loss that prevents clutches/drums from applying correctly. 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The speaker is saying pressure loss suggests the seals (rings) may be the problem."}},{"startTime":3940.0,"endTime":3944.0,"type":"term","title":"intermediate shaft","url":"/glossary/intermediate-shaft","quote":"pay special attention to the Teflon ceiling rings on the intermediate shaft between\n[3944.0s] A and B, because I have massive pressure loss going into B from one to two, according to the\n[3950.8s] pie chart.","canonicalId":"term:intermediate-shaft","priority":0.85,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The intermediate shaft is a rotating component inside many automatic transmissions that helps distribute power and supports hydraulic/mechanical elements like drums and clutches. Sealing rings on or near this shaft can affect hydraulic pressure delivery. 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That can cause delayed engagement, slipping, or wrong-gear behavior. The speaker uses pressure loss during the 1–2 shift to infer where the leak or mechanical failure is occurring.","simplifiedExplanation":"Automatic transmissions shift using pressurized fluid. If the pressure drops (pressure loss), the transmission can’t clamp the right gear parts together. That often leads to slipping or the wrong gear being selected."}},{"startTime":3950.8,"endTime":3955.7,"type":"term","title":"drums","url":"/glossary/drums","quote":"So it's got to be leaking there or the drums cracked. So make sure you check that.\n[3955.7s] That way I don't get it back with a bad seal and have to start the process all over.","canonicalId":"term:drums","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In an automatic transmission, drums are rotating housings that work with clutches/bands to engage specific gear ranges. 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