Another one to file under, “Is it Hardware/Is it Software/Is it a Network Problem?” In this very helpful post from Bob in Massachusetts, he walks through his diagnostic process on a 2009 Accord that had a previous unsuccessful repair attempt. Based on an initial review
Last month, in our featured article, we highlighted a piece from Underhood Service that provided a review of the Chrysler TIPM, highlighting how it was configured and why it can be difficult to diagnose the source of electrical system problems on vehicles equipped with it.
Techs often reference the fact that the recommended service procedures aren’t always the fastest or easiest ways to accomplish necessary repairs. Here’s a great example provided by Eric from Illinois. He saw several potential potholes in the recommended procedure for an alternator replacement on a
One of the trickiest parts of electrical system diagnosis is the possibility that a second battery is lurking in the system. The second battery could have a wide variety of purposes, such as functioning as an auxiliary power battery within a Stop/Start system design. But,
In these pages, we have emphasized the importance of having a diagnostic plan when it comes to resolving intermittent electrical system faults. As the experts state time and again, it saves time, money and you are far less likely to throw a part at a
We have discussed the unexpected consequences of battery changes several times in the past. Here’s a new one on us, provided by Douglas from Miami, Florida. In this tech tip, he talks about loss of digital clock function after replacing the battery on a 2011
We have discussed the service implications of Stop-Start Systems on several occasions, but we weren’t aware of the importance of following a key charging best practice until we saw this post from the GM diagnostic master, James from Florida. We have always stressed the importance
In 2014, we upgraded our digital tester offering to address two varieties of Start-Stop batteries. The first battery type, the Start-Stop AGM battery, saw widespread use in North America starting in 2012, so it was a natural to be added to our capabilities. The second
Here’s a great reminder about the importance of ensuring that everything removed from the vehicle during a repair or service is reinstalled prior to sending the vehicle on its way. Glenn from Texas shares the story of a Ford F350 brought in for a no-crank
Here’s a great tip to help you save time and effort when diagnosing a locked up engine. Brooks from Texas shares the cautionary tale of his own vehicle and how he and one of his best customer’s shops thought that the engine on his C1500
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