Automotive Diagnostic Podcast
Sean Tipping
Updated 6 days agoA 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.
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Episodes (379)
EEPROM To The Rescue
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.comFacebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320
Well That's A Weird Problem, What Do You Think?
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://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320
How To Increase Your Value As A Technician With Brandon Steckler
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
Top 5 Diagnostic Tools With Matt Fanslow & Matthew Skundrich
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/223994012068320Email- [email protected]
Test Your Test Method
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
It's Time To Shift Gears
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
Mobile Diagnostic Technicians' Effect On The Automotive Industry
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
Outatime Audi
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/groups/223994012068320
Ford F-150 No 4x4 Engagement
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 EEPROMicon
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 detailsMike- [email protected]@logicautollc.comFacebook group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/
Automotive Education With Scott Shotton
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
NASTF & VSP Credentials With Matthew Skundrich
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
Tech Tip- Jeep Wrangler P0731
P0731- Incorrect gear ratio in first. Transmission is stuck in limp mode. Transmission has been replaced. Code returns. What do we do?
Misfire Diagnostic Strategies
In todays episode I walk through my personal approach to diagnosing misfires. Air? Fuel? Spark? Or something else? Secondary ignition information- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCchGNQEMdEWebsite- https://autodiagpodcast.com/Facebook group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320
Side-Work With Matt Fanslow & Robert "Dutch" Silverstein
Today on the show Dutch & Matt join me to discuss the effects side-work has on the automotive industry. This episode contains some explicit language. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320
Automotive Cheat Codes
Most people call them silver bullets. Identifix, IATN, YouTube, Facebook, you know the drill. Basically getting a simple answer to a complex problem without having to work for it. I think they're kind of like cheat codes used in old video games. I explain why in this episode, and describe my perspective on using them. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320
A Day In The Life Of A Mobile Technician
Come along with me for a day of programming & diagnosing. Ford F-250 no -crankSaturn L300 PCM programming Infiniti G-35 crank no-startChevy Cruze stuck in KilometersJeep Grand Cherokee cluster programming??? Website- http://autodiagpodcast.comFacebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320
Lab scopes with Matt Fanslow & Matt Skundrich
Scope Ninjas Matt Fanslow & Matt Skundrich join me on the show today to talk about all things oscilloscope. What's the best option for you? What's practical vs not practical? What features are great to have in a scope?Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/Facebook group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320
Key Cutting & Programming With Tomi Oliva
Tomi Joins me on the show today to discuss automotive key cutting / programming. Also how the locksmith & diagnostic technician world are merging. Websites mentioned- https://ilmautosupply.com/account/login?checkout_url=/ https://midwestkeys.com/products_all.htmlhttps://www.transponderisland.com/https://autorescuetools.com/?fbclid=IwAR1NRka0Bc8WiwNSLzKIzyRdxhzeU1-Ax0mpfAoPUofUmfHpESPe9beHdcshttps://www.americankeysupply.com/Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320
Invalid Data
In this episode I describe the difference between no-communication codes and invalid/implausible data codes. I use 2 Ford vehicles as examples of the interconnected systems in modern vehicles and the messages that are sent between them. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320
Tech Tip- Making The Most Of Your Learning
Just a quick tip on what you can do to get the biggest return on investment from all the time you spend reading, listening, and watching.
This Episode Is MOSTly About Infotainment
Today on the show I discuss 3 vehicles, all regarding the infotainment systems. A 2012 Ford edge APIM programming, A 2005 Audi A6 & a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado, both with no touch screen operation.CCMSYNC Kit- https://www.tooloutfitters.com/sync-gen-2-reflash-kit/MOST BUS Loop- https://www.amazon.com/RENYIAO-Bypass-Adapter-Mercedes-Porsche/dp/B07PH536JG/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3589GPT50YNF&dchild=1&keywords=most+bus+loop&qid=1612111542&sprefix=most+bus+%2Caps%2C286&sr=8-1MOST BUS Technical Info- https://www.mostcooperation.com/specifications/Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320
Tech Tip- Chrysler Module Reset
Just a quick tip for Chrysler vehicles presenting strange issues. A module reset might do the trick.
What's Your Frequency?
Today on the show I'm talking about remote keyless entry systems, the electromagnetic spectrum, Radio waves, & measurement tools. YouTube video about electromagnetic waves- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j2gOh39IyPM&t=1605sThe Science of everything podcast (lots of detailed information on a number of topics including electricity and magnetism)- https://fods12.podbean.com/SDR Dongle Spectrum Analyzer- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GDN1T4S/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&aaxitk=LlEqIOm2lCXbB7v33E6Yxw&hsa_cr_id=1179184740001&pd_rd_r=5f9858c2-cd09-4e34-8110-04afe90c7946&pd_rd_w=AOGM3&pd_rd_wg=lh6vD&ref_=sbx_be_s_sparkle_td_asin_0Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320
Listener Q & A Part 2
Matt Fanslow, Chris Groff, and Scott Shotton join me on the show today to answer listener questions.Scott's website- https://driveabilityguys.com/who-are-weWebsite- https://autodiagpodcast.com/Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320