
Automotive Diagnostic Podcast
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.
Episodes
332 episodes
307: Nollan Worrell With Rivian
Nollan Worrell joins Tomi and I on the show today. Nollan is a trainer with the Rivian technical trades program. He'll share he journey from working at Toyota to the role he's in today, along with some knowledge about Rivian and EV's in general...
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Episode 307
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1:54:51

306: Ford F-150 No Start Takes An Interesting Twist
This week on the show I share a case study from a 2017 F-150 3.5L that is a crank- no start. The problem ends up being intermittent in nature and ends up starting for us during test both times we visit it, but we take a unexpected turn that end...
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Episode 306
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45:43

305: Jeep Module Configuration Error Diagnosis
This week on the show I walk you through diagnosing a C2206 setting in the 4x4 module of a Jeep Liberty. The transfer case is stuck in 4 wheel drive and the shop has replaced several components in attempts to fix without results. This code pert...
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Episode 305
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29:51

304: Andrew Fischer
Andrew Fischer Joins Tomi on the show this week! Andrew is a technician and trainer from Illinois and owner of FACTS- Fischer Automotive Consulting & Training. He joins us to discuss training in the automotive field and the various options ...
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Episode 304
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2:00:44

303: Charger Squad Car Smart Key & RF Hub Challenge
This week on the show I share a case study on a 2011 Former squad car Dodge Charger. It arrived to the shop as a no start and the original RF Hub missing. We attempted several different RF Hubs and key combinations before coming to a solution. ...
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Episode 303
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35:28

302: The Evolution Of Industry Events With Cody Gaddie
Cody Gaddie Joins Tomi and I on the show this week to chat about the event he recently hosted in Tucson, Arizona. We'll discuss the our thoughts on industry events, running your own business, and several other topics. Website-...
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Episode 302
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1:55:49

301: Kevin Roth With Tech Fix
Kevin Roth joins Tomi and I this week on the show. Kevin is going to share the details of TechFix and TechFix academy. TechFix is committed to providing thorough and ongoing online training for automotive technicians of all levels. ...
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Episode 301
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1:35:48

300: Episode 300! With Matt Fanslow & Tomi Oliva
300 Episodes of the Podcast! What a ride its been! Matt and Tomi have been 2 of the biggest contributors to the show, and there's no one else I'd rather have on for this milestone. We'll discuss what we've learned in the last 5 years, Entrepren...
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Episode 300
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1:43:05

299: Is Mobile Right For You? With Cory Schack
Cory Schack joins Tomi and I on the show this week to discuss his path in the automotive industry, leading to doing mobile programming and diagnostics. We'll discuss the challenges one faces going down this path. A great Listen if your consider...
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Episode 299
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1:37:08

298: John Thornton
John Thornton joins Tomi and I on the show this week! John is going to share with us his start in the automotive industry and instructing world. Also his process for documentation in the field, how that develops into class material, and m...
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Episode 298
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2:06:28

297: Just Some Kids From Chicago, With Pedro De La Torre
Pedro De La Torre Joins Tomi and I on the show this week. We discuss both their experiences growing up in Chicago as children of first generation immigrants. They share how this affected their journey in the automotive industry as well.
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Episode 297
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1:27:11

296: Miguel Cruz
Miguel Cruz "Mikey" joins Tomi and I this week on the show. Mikey is apprenticing at Tomi's shop and recently attended Vision in Kansas City. We'll discuss his experience at his first industry training event along with plans for his future in t...
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Episode 296
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1:19:10

295: 2017 Buick Lacrosse Parasitic Draw
Per request, I'm sharing a case study this week on the show. A 2017 Buick Lacrosse that sometimes will die overnight, but other times does not. We brought this one to our shop to set up for intermittent parasitic draw testing. I'll share my pro...
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Episode 295
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39:25

294: Keith Perkins & Brandon Steckler, Headed To A Land Down Under
Brandon Steckler and Keith Perkins join Tomi and myself this week on the show to talk about their upcoming trip to Australia (June 2025), for the Autocare 2025 event in Brisbane. They share the subjects they'll be instructing on, what they're m...
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Episode 294
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56:25

293: Joey Fitzpatrick
Joey Fitzpatrick joins Tomi and myself this week on the show. Joey is a shop owner & technician from Tucson, Arizona. He specializes in board level module cloning/repair and Diesel repair. Website-
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Episode 293
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1:19:52

292: The Repair Act With Lisa Foshee
Lisa Foshee is the Senior Vice President of Government Affairs and General Counsel at Auto Care Association. She joins us on the show today to talk about the Repair act- http...
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Episode 292
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1:12:17

291: Podcast Revamp With Tomi Oliva
Tomi Oliva and I begin our collaboration today on the show! Tomi will be joining me for future episodes to interview prominent figures in the automotive industry. We'll cover technical aspects of the job, but also expand out into other areas th...
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Episode 291
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59:48

290: Automotive Avengers
What's going on Automotive world?! I've enjoyed the time off, but the podcast is back in action! We've got a few changes, and to help me explain, Tomi Oliva is joining me! Check it out and look for new episodes to drop in the near future. ...
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Episode 290
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10:45

289: Sabbatical
This week on the show I just have brief message for everyone, I'll be taking a break from the podcast in order to rejuvenate and re-focus to bring back new energy and Ideas. I want to give a heartfelt thank you to all the listeners and sponsors...
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Episode 289
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8:47

288: 2024 Reflection & 2025 Goal Setting
Join me this week on the show as I reflect on lessons learned in 2024 and how I set goals for 2025. What are your best moments from the past year? What do you wish you could have told yourself Jan 1 2024? What do you hope to accomplish or chang...
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Episode 288
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32:43

287: Matt Fanslow At AAPEX
Joining me on the show this week is Matt Fanslow. Matt joined me in the booth at AAPEX in Las Vegas last month and we played movie plots explained poorly. Steve Hauble and Mike Lundgren of S.T. Mobile join us as well!Website-
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Episode 287
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27:59

286: Chrysler 200 Stalling Conclusion
This week on the show I'm finishing the case study on a 2014 Chrysler 200 that stalls after transitioning from remote start mode to key on mode. Listen to hear the failed part, but also the interesting way it was being activated.Website...
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Episode 286
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25:13

285: Stall After Remote Start- What Would You Do?
This week on the show I share a case study on a 2014 Chrysler 200 that stalls after remote starting the vehicle and then turning the key on. No codes are found and a correlation seems to be hard to find. I want to know what you think and what y...
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Episode 285
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31:50

284: Haresh Gobin With Launch USA
Today on the show I sit down with Haresh Gobin at AAPEX in Las Vegas. Haresh works for Launch USA and shares some insight on tools development and research. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/
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Episode 284
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27:32

283: Why Won't This F*&$% Key Program?!
Ever ask yourself that while trying to program a key to vehicle? Yeah me too. This week on the show I share a case study on a 2012 Infiniti QX56 that won't let us add keys to the vehicle no matter the tool or key used. The cause turns out to be...
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Episode 283
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39:55
