Automotive Diagnostic Podcast

Automotive Diagnostic Podcast

Author: Sean Tipping Language: English Episodes: 50
Sean Tipping hosts Automotive Diagnostic Podcast, a series dedicated to the intricate and often misunderstood world of modern car repair. This isn't about simple oil changes; it's a deep, practical conversation focused squarely on diagnostics and the evolving technology under the hood. Each episode feels like a shop talk session where you'll hear detailed discussions on specific tools and techniques, from interpreting complex scan data to troubleshooting elusive electrical gremlins. The goal is to provide actionable ideas that genuinely sharpen your skills, whether you're a seasoned professional or a committed enthusiast looking to understand your vehicle on a deeper level. By bringing in expert voices from across the automotive field for interviews, the podcast offers diverse perspectives on real-world problems and solutions. Tuning in provides a unique blend of education and practical self-improvement, all framed within the engaging leisure of exploring how things work. If you've ever been fascinated by the logic of a repair or wanted to demystify the computers on wheels we drive today, this podcast serves as an essential resource.
Episodes
365: Don't Get Steered The Wrong Way [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:15
This week on the show I share 3 case studies from recent vehicles doing Electric power steering programming and diagnostics. A 2017 Chevrolet Volt with a perceived tire/suspension pull. A 2019 Chevrolet Silverado with a…
364: What Is Ford TRON? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:59
It's not an 80's Si-fi movie. This is Ford's Trusted Real-Time Operation Network. Introduced in 2023 on select models, it creates a encrypted digital handshake between modules on the vehicle. Listen to find out more. Web…
363: GMC Yukon A/C Diagnostic [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:00
This week on the show I share a diagnosis on a 2007 GMC Yukon where the A/C doesn't work and seems to max out the high side pressure before cutting off at park and driving down the road. Multiple parts have been replaced…
362: The Most Helpful Applications I'm Using Right Now [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:57
This week on the show I share what applications ST mobile is using to assist us in day to day operations. Some of these Phone based, others desktop. Some are ones You can go out and get right now, and others are custom b…
361: Open Can Bus Tips and Tricks [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:15
This week on the show I share some tips and tricks on not only identifying an open CAN network, but how to narrow down the section of the network where the open is located before leaving the driver's seat. Check out the…
360: Pin Fitment Strikes Again [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:47
This week on the show I share 2 case studies from our mobile diagnostics. Both ended up with network related issues due to pin fitment. 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee with the entire CAN C bus down and a 2017 Audi S4 with mult…
359: 2019 Subaru Impreza No Communication Diagnostic [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:33
This week on the show, I share a diagnostic on a 2019 Subaru Impreza that has communication codes setting in the ABS module for several other modules on the car. The scan tool can talk with those modules, as well as the…
358: P2101 Cadillac Escalade Case Study [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:24
This week on the show I share a case study on a 2016 Cadillac Escalade with a 6.2L that sets a P2101 in the ECM along with intermittent network issues. Are these 2 problems related? Listen to find out! Website- https://a…
357: Prius Start-Stall... Or No-Start? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:16
This week on the show I share a case study on a 2015 Toyota Prius that seems to run then stall, however it's actually not running at all. if you are familiar with Toyota hybrid powertrains, you know where this is headed.…
356: Diagnosis Of An Uncommon No-Start Condition [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:57
Last week we ran into a no-start condition that you don't see every day... but twice in the same week. Listen to find out the cause and diagnostics you can perform to pinpoint this issue. Vehicles mentioned, 2015 Chevrol…