Automotive Diagnostic Podcast

Hosted by Sean Tipping

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393

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Oct 2026

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EN-US

About the show

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.

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October 12, 2026Episode 3691 hr 14 min

369: Technician Pay & Shop Culture With Tomi Oliva

Tomi is back on the show this week to talk about technician pay, shop culture, and trying to get me to buy a shop. How do you build a successful shop where people actually want to work and make good money? listen to find out. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@automotivediagnosticpodcas8832 Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com Please make sure to check out our sponsors! SJ Auto Solutions- https://sjautosolutions.com/ Automotive Seminars- https://automotiveseminars.com/ L1 Automotive Training- https://www.l1training.com/ Autorescue tools- https://autorescuetools.com/

October 5, 2026Episode 36836 min

368: Why Won't This F$*&'in Key Program?! Vol 3

This week on the show I have another volume of "Why won't this key program?" This time it's centered around Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram smart keys. This systems can give you issues training in new keys even when there's nothing broken in the vehicle. But add a issue on top and it gets real tricky. Listen to find out tips on how to diagnose and program keys successfully on these systems. Also check out the Youtube channel for the video- Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@automotivediagnosticpodcas8832 Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com Please make sure to check out our sponsors! SJ Auto Solutions- https://sjautosolutions.com/ Automotive Seminars- https://automotiveseminars.com/ L1 Automotive Training- https://www.l1training.com/ Autorescue tools- https://autorescuetools.com/

September 28, 2026Episode 36736 min

367: Toyota RAV4 Stop-Start Diagnosis

This week on the show I share a case study from a 2020 Toyota Rav4. The vehicle runs great until it the stop-start activates. The engine then becomes a crank no start. Listen to find out the cause! Also check out the Youtube channel for the video- Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@automotivediagnosticpodcas8832 Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com Please make sure to check out our sponsors! SJ Auto Solutions- https://sjautosolutions.com/ Automotive Seminars- https://automotiveseminars.com/ L1 Automotive Training- https://www.l1training.com/ Autorescue tools- https://autorescuetools.com/

September 20, 2026Episode 36632 min

366: Toyota Camry Repeat Failed ECM Diagnosis

This week on the show I share a case study on a 2019 Toyota Camry that started out as a seemingly straight forward no communication dead ECM. But after the replacement failed as well, things got a bit more complicated. Listen to find out the source of the problem. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@automotivediagnosticpodcas8832 Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com Please make sure to check out our sponsors! SJ Auto Solutions- https://sjautosolutions.com/ Automotive Seminars- https://automotiveseminars.com/ L1 Automotive Training- https://www.l1training.com/ Autorescue tools- https://autorescuetools.com/

September 7, 2026Episode 36529 min

365: Don't Get Steered The Wrong Way

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 new power steering rack we programmed doesn't work correctly & the shop thinks we programmed it incorrectly. Finally a 2018 Audi Q7 that has a internal fault code in the rack that won't clear or allow normal operation that occurred just from unplugging the rack for service. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@automotivediagnosticpodcas8832 Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com Please make sure to check out our sponsors! SJ Auto Solutions- https://sjautosolutions.com/ Automotive Seminars- https://automotiveseminars.com/ L1 Automotive Training- https://www.l1training.com/ Autorescue tools- https://autorescuetools.com/

August 31, 2026Episode 36428 min

364: What Is Ford TRON?

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. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@automotivediagnosticpodcas8832 Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com Please make sure to check out our sponsors! SJ Auto Solutions- https://sjautosolutions.com/ Automotive Seminars- https://automotiveseminars.com/ L1 Automotive Training- https://www.l1training.com/ Autorescue tools- https://autorescuetools.com/

August 17, 2026Episode 36333 min

363: GMC Yukon A/C Diagnostic

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 including the compressor, condenser, orifice tube, and the accumulator. Listen to find out the cause! Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@automotivediagnosticpodcas8832 Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com Please make sure to check out our sponsors! SJ Auto Solutions- https://sjautosolutions.com/ Automotive Seminars- https://automotiveseminars.com/ L1 Automotive Training- https://www.l1training.com/ Autorescue tools- https://autorescuetools.com/

August 10, 2026Episode 36245 min

362: The Most Helpful Applications I'm Using Right Now

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 built using AI tools. Listen to find out what they are and get some ideas for tools you could build. Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@automotivediagnosticpodcas8832 Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com Please make sure to check out our sponsors! SJ Auto Solutions- https://sjautosolutions.com/ Automotive Seminars- https://automotiveseminars.com/ L1 Automotive Training- https://www.l1training.com/ Autorescue tools- https://autorescuetools.com/

August 3, 2026Episode 36133 min

361: Open Can Bus Tips and Tricks

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 animation for a visual of the waveform mentioned in this episode. https://autodiagpodcast.com/resources/can-single-wire-open/ Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@automotivediagnosticpodcas8832 Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com Please make sure to check out our sponsors! SJ Auto Solutions- https://sjautosolutions.com/ Automotive Seminars- https://automotiveseminars.com/ L1 Automotive Training- https://www.l1training.com/ Autorescue tools- https://autorescuetools.com/

July 27, 2026Episode 36032 min

360: Pin Fitment Strikes Again

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 multiple module communication issues. Listen to hear why this check is so important! Pin drag tool- https://www.ebay.com/itm/158009742558?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-117182-37290-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=158009742558&targetid=2450593697471&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=9019685&poi=&campaignid=23930076673&mkgroupid=197394620397&rlsatarget=aud-1412318123216:pla-2450593697471&abcId=9407521&merchantid=6296724&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23930076673&gbraid=0AAAAAD_QDh9zfzszjRKoxpRgAsicUpCR7&gclid=Cj0KCQjwg5zTBhCLARIsAP2AFU6J2KpaywT9ONcyRA5FEd7tiUCWMi04LmqZhDX0Ttvjkn2e8e8hTwUaAmojEALw_wcB Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/ Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@automotivediagnosticpodcas8832 Email- STmobilediag@gmail.com Please make sure to check out our sponsors! SJ Auto Solutions- https://sjautosolutions.com/ Automotive Seminars- https://automotiveseminars.com/ L1 Automotive Training- https://www.l1training.com/ Autorescue tools- https://autorescuetools.com/

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