• 332: Parasitic Draws Are Just Network Problems In Disguise
    Dec 21 2025

    Today on the show I share my thoughts on diagnosing modern parasitic draw concerns and how so many seem to shift/overlap into network diagnostics. So much so that I have shifted my process and mindset when diagnosing them.

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    31 mins
  • 331: Gratitude for 2025 With Tomi Oliva
    Dec 15 2025

    Tomi and I wrap up 2025 talking about what he's grateful for this year and what drives him in the future!

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    1 hr and 34 mins
  • 330: And All Through The Shop, Not A Creature Was Stirring... Expect For This Hungry Mouse
    Dec 8 2025

    This week on the show I share an interesting issue on a 2019 Toyota Corolla where the HVAC controls stay operational after the key is left on, and also how rodents keep us on our toes by creating unique problems.

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    32 mins
  • 329: Ford Programming Update
    Nov 30 2025

    Ford programming software (IDS/FDRS/FJDS) recently underwent a change in the method of subscription and access. What's the updated cost? What changed about the access? What challenges have we faced during this transition? Listen to find out

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    21 mins
  • 328: Why Won't This F@%$'n Key Program?! Vol 2
    Nov 23 2025

    Round 2 of why won't this F@%$'n key program?! I did an episode a year ago about attempts programming keys and the challenges we face doing mobile. Today I share 2 more vehicles that we dealt with recently- A 2017 Toyota Camry and a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. Both had pre-existing issues that presented no issues to the customer, but presented major obstacles for us when attempting to program keys.

    Vol 1- https://autodiagpodcast.com/2024/11/24/283-why-wont-this-f-key-program/

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    39 mins
  • 327: Strategic Part Replacement
    Nov 17 2025

    Today on the show I share a thought process that I've been adding into my diagnostic decision making. We weigh the value of any test method we perform- How much time/effort/cost does a test require? How much does it tell me/how many things does it eliminate? When faced with a time consuming, difficult, (and often intermittent) diagnostic challenge, should we consider that a part replacement is the cheapest AND most effective test that we could perform? Is this the best value for the customer while at the same time freeing up our time for more productive work???

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    38 mins
  • 326: Matthew Elder
    Nov 10 2025

    Matthew Elder joins Tomi and I on the show this week. Matthew is a technician out of Texas, He is just beginning his path in the automotive diagnostic world. We'll share advice for being successful, Tooling options, & finding a good shop.

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    1 hr and 59 mins
  • 325: Not Charging, No Power Steering, Stalling, & No Codes... This Sounds Familiar
    Nov 1 2025

    This week on the show I share a case study on a 2017 Chevrolet Malibu. Not charging, no power steering, idle surging, stalling at idle, no heated seats or rear defrost... All this and NO codes anywhere. A strange problem for sure, but it seems oddly familiar to a vehicle I diagnosed back in 2020. See the link below if you want to check that one out.

    https://autodiagpodcast.com/2020/07/06/28-everyone-can-use-a-silver-bullet-once-in-awhile/

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