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South Main Auto LLC

South Main Auto LLC

7 жыл бұрын

Come along with Eric O at the SMA shop as he has a look at this Dodge Neon that was towed in as a "No Start, No Crank" It is not your typical coil or fuel pump so grab a cup of coffee as we hit this car with a methodical, logical diagnostic approach to track down the problem.
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@kdautomotive1165
@kdautomotive1165 7 жыл бұрын
how do you bill for electrical diagnosis? do you bill hourly or give a quote of how long you think it will take upfront and stick to it?
@SouthMainAuto
@SouthMainAuto 7 жыл бұрын
I bill by the hour. I tell customer if it exceeds 1 hour I will call first with an estimated time. Most problems I fix in an hour time slot pretty easy or atleast have really good direction at that point and know what it is going to take. Good question. Thanks.
@kdautomotive1165
@kdautomotive1165 7 жыл бұрын
South Main Auto Repair Awesome. love the videos keep them coming. I know it takes a ton of time and in the end probably money out of your pocket. I would love to see more diesel videos. Tell your brother to start a channel!
@SouthMainAuto
@SouthMainAuto 7 жыл бұрын
I told him! He actually bought a camera and started putting together his page. Hope he follows through! kzfaq.info/love/_dLI4hwqeGZ0xIUb1IbJkA
@kdautomotive1165
@kdautomotive1165 7 жыл бұрын
South Main Auto Repair link isn't working. what kind of canrea do you use? I would like to start making some short videos but I have to talk my wife into letting me get a camera
@rharris5811
@rharris5811 7 жыл бұрын
I tried the link the other day and it wouldn't work then either
@edwardmissouri2216
@edwardmissouri2216 9 ай бұрын
great work. It takes a lot of patience to track down electrical opens. Obviously that owner doesn't have a lot of money, so they are very fortunate to have a repair shop as good as yours. A dealer would have nailed them good for a job like that. Your parents raised a great man. Keep up the good work.
@gordonfreeman5434
@gordonfreeman5434 7 жыл бұрын
Diagnosing skills is what separates technicians from part replacers. Thanks for another educational video Eric.
@daveheiskala7007
@daveheiskala7007 Жыл бұрын
You are a master of patience with determination! Well done Eric.
@dalevandermeer719
@dalevandermeer719 7 жыл бұрын
another thing that goes up and never comes down is the amount of knowledge I get from your videos thanks
@SouthMainAuto
@SouthMainAuto 7 жыл бұрын
Oh it goes down trust me! I have forgotten more than I know!
@paulcarroll750
@paulcarroll750 7 жыл бұрын
South Main Auto Repair you have forgotten more than most people know about auto repair.
@jwhiz3219
@jwhiz3219 7 жыл бұрын
Eric, It's encouraging to see how you plow through the GOOD, BAD and UGLY to diagnose the problem. You are the REAL DEAL! Thanks so much for making such great videos.
@SouthMainAuto
@SouthMainAuto 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@hussssshie
@hussssshie 5 жыл бұрын
I'm really surprised you took so much effort even when you got it "fixed" in order to fix it properly... No wonder, if I was living there I'd take my car to your shop. Best mechanic ever! Keep up the good work!
@clauzellfoster2435
@clauzellfoster2435 2 жыл бұрын
Very good work, I just found out to get your programs, thank you for your time& info. C.F
@scott8076
@scott8076 Жыл бұрын
Jump it
@2009mechanic
@2009mechanic 5 жыл бұрын
I did a lot of the electrical diagnosis and repair at the 3 auto repair shops I worked at including the GM dealer. In my small city of Southern Minnesota , , even at a GM dealer we worked on everything that came in the door. Service manager would take on anything to keep the shop full and profitable. Some of the guys like me came from independent shops so we had a good background on most everything else. The other " GM" techs would only touch the GM vehicles. In the end , the customers got their vehicles fixed at a reasonable cost and they went away happy to come back another day for anything else they needed. Electrical work was billed by the hour as there really is no flat rate time for that kind of thing I was pretty quick though so never had a customer complain about the bill.
@mikegoodman4133
@mikegoodman4133 7 жыл бұрын
In Canada we say "cut towards your chum, not your thumb." lol. Thanks for another great one Eric.
@sabergermd
@sabergermd 7 жыл бұрын
Lucky my a**. You sir are one of the smartest and most methodical people on You Tube!
@juniormullen7490
@juniormullen7490 5 жыл бұрын
I had a super ballpoint and lower and a buchen done and cost me 300.00 bucks
@juniormullen7490
@juniormullen7490 5 жыл бұрын
Then a fule pump I had done and I had the new pump and the pump was out and and thay charg me 225.00
@rickstankovic4210
@rickstankovic4210 3 жыл бұрын
Very smart. Should be teaching in school your system is better than a book. I watch and learn for free.ths stuff is worth a lot of money..
@DaveSomething
@DaveSomething 5 жыл бұрын
fixing cars is... 75% looking for the tool that was just in my hand.
@Resistculturaldecline
@Resistculturaldecline 4 жыл бұрын
And knowing a dropped tool, with 75% probability, will end up centrally located under the vehicle.
@hudzgh
@hudzgh 4 жыл бұрын
Did anybody find that nut that I just dropped?......
@Resistculturaldecline
@Resistculturaldecline 4 жыл бұрын
@@hudzgh It landed in the a-arm
@hudzgh
@hudzgh 4 жыл бұрын
@@Resistculturaldecline That's what I thought too!! But then I remembered - after the "tink" sound, I'm sure I heard a "poof!"
@ajwilson605
@ajwilson605 4 жыл бұрын
What's worse is dropping a tool under the hood of a modern car.....and not hearing it hit the floor.......
@MrDecker8485
@MrDecker8485 7 жыл бұрын
"They don't give us knives in school". "That's weak" 😂. Great case study Eric
@wyattoneable
@wyattoneable 7 жыл бұрын
Your explanation of the wiring diagrams and your logic to identify the fix was perfect. I always enjoy your commentary Eric. Frustrations and all. This was a great case study on how to chase down a broken wire.
@Ian-808
@Ian-808 5 жыл бұрын
Yoh know what i like about you, u always do everything you suppose to do with every repair. No short cuts. Everybody else gives us a half ass job, but not you!! Thank you.
@knocksensor3203
@knocksensor3203 5 жыл бұрын
Excellent automotive detective work. Great use of scan tool and automotive wiring diagrams 👍👍👍
@Aceoffroad4x4
@Aceoffroad4x4 6 жыл бұрын
Good job Eric. Once again.... Went the extra mile
@theadventuresofjavier8698
@theadventuresofjavier8698 7 жыл бұрын
most people would have just ran a wire....not only are you a blessed man, but also stubborn... ... but that's good....a no compromise husband,father,son,brother,.AUTO TECHNICIAN.. proud of you
@chungaleta1234
@chungaleta1234 7 жыл бұрын
Wow, couple of years ago who would've thought I was going to understand what was going on here???? Amazing what these blokes teach you. Every vid is a new lesson. Thanks Eric
@tahsina.alkhuwaiter9990
@tahsina.alkhuwaiter9990 5 жыл бұрын
Super great job. You have a good amount of patience to trace the Brocken wire instead of just short it. God bless you sir.
@monsonlockandkey
@monsonlockandkey 2 жыл бұрын
This is one of my favorite episodes! Typical person would have ran the jumper wire and been done with it. It's that mechanic in us that has to know where the problem lies so we can sleep at night!
@klwthe3rd
@klwthe3rd 7 жыл бұрын
Awesome diagnosis video. I want to stress the best part of this video was actually the last 3 minutes that Eric O. speaks the importance of having a good plan of attack and doing 75% research first. Its my experience that if you have electrical issues you need to examine FACTORY diagrams so you understand how and where to test your theories. Because Eric O. is his own boss he can take that time and customers are willing to pay those billable hours because they know he'll honestly find the problem and fix it with care. I was yelling at my tablet screen while watching this video because I wanted him to go all the way and pull the ECM out to do a thorough test. hehe. He did and that shows that he didnt just want to run a splice, which to me is subpar but understands that sometimes you have to for financial reasons, but rather wanted to fix it to factory specs. Each and ever video I watch I keep waiting to see if corners are going to be cut by Eric O. It just doesnt happen. The quality of his workmanship is outstanding. Kudos to Hannah for giving him the reminder that us subscribers love that he does it right.
@mbarry9737
@mbarry9737 7 жыл бұрын
Always impressed, Eric, at how quickly you get on the track of the problem. Good luck usually follows excellent technique. Truly a master tech.
@TheToadkicker
@TheToadkicker 7 жыл бұрын
Great video, back in my dealership days it was all about flatrate but now that I am self employed it is all about doing it right.
@SuperSharpBlue
@SuperSharpBlue 7 жыл бұрын
So many people hate wiring, but I love it because when I figure out the issue then it makes me feel so smart ;D
@Juarally
@Juarally 7 жыл бұрын
Eric you are a gold mine my friend!!!!!! Your diagnostic work is one of the best I see in my 10 year career.
@cobraninetysix3883
@cobraninetysix3883 7 жыл бұрын
Great job... Gonna have to watch the primary approach again! 80/20 rule... 80% info, 20% fixin. Two thumbs up!
@rtta51
@rtta51 7 жыл бұрын
What goes up and never goes down? PROPERTY TAXES!!!
@justinp8946
@justinp8946 7 жыл бұрын
rtta51 especially in New York lol
@Joseph1NJ
@Joseph1NJ 7 жыл бұрын
You're not alone.
@ericcorse
@ericcorse 7 жыл бұрын
Amen to that
@jarinwilson9539
@jarinwilson9539 7 жыл бұрын
My blood pressure and sometimes it works its way to my third leg.
@paul_nwsxs
@paul_nwsxs 7 жыл бұрын
petrol and energy bills
@christianerance
@christianerance 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to locate the break. Yes many of us including myself would probably have jumper the break when working on my own car. However if there were other wires that could have given future trouble then at least you can rest easy not to have to go through that search again. Though took longer it was the correct thing to do. Piece of mind.
@Joe..3.8.0.9_
@Joe..3.8.0.9_ 3 жыл бұрын
Eric For what it's worth I went to school 2 years for AC , DC , series , parallel circuits , counting and binary systems I think you got it exactly right !! People that don't agree with you just have to prove and show everybody how smart they are. Your top notch in my book JOE.. NAVY VETERAN 🇺🇸
@haroldb8642
@haroldb8642 7 жыл бұрын
Great video Eric !! Can't go wrong with a little logic.Thanks for the great videos.
@mikehartmann5187
@mikehartmann5187 7 жыл бұрын
My plan, considering I am color blind and can't trace wires by color, would include a gallon of gasoline and a match. Great to watch a master at work.
@SouthMainAuto
@SouthMainAuto 7 жыл бұрын
"cars done" "well done...."
@jaywebb0113
@jaywebb0113 7 жыл бұрын
accidental electrical fire claim on insurance ... new car ... i work with issues like in this video all the time doing drive ability at a GMC dealership. dont know how many times i wanted to just set a car on fire cuz it was such a headache
@MDAdams72668
@MDAdams72668 5 жыл бұрын
no excuse I am a diagnostic specialist and color blind just hire a helper/ oil changer
@unencumbered
@unencumbered 7 жыл бұрын
play what ever lotto you've got there...the force is with you:)
@motorhead6763
@motorhead6763 7 жыл бұрын
When I was a kid and started working on cars at 16 in the 1970s the GM Hei came out and points became obsolete ..all the old school mechanics were confused and baffled by the HEI...which is so simple today. Now few know what points and carbs are. Crazy. Nice show! Instill trouble shoot some newer cars up to 2006 ish but newest stuff is ultra techno. שלום
@jimzivny1554
@jimzivny1554 7 жыл бұрын
Nice diag and repair. I've had both kind of bosses, hurry up and run jumpers which caused a lot of comebacks and ones that insisted on thorough diagnosis and repair which I prefer. When I got to be a service mgr in a dealership I didn't let my guys cut corners and we had very few comebacks. Good video
@denniswilkinson1118
@denniswilkinson1118 7 жыл бұрын
Great job as usual Eric. Your approach always seems to be the way to go. Thanks for taking us along.
@MrBlaser51
@MrBlaser51 5 жыл бұрын
Hey Eric Just keep what your doing----Awesome
@MrDLux82
@MrDLux82 7 жыл бұрын
Great video good detective work.
@jeffryblackmon4846
@jeffryblackmon4846 7 жыл бұрын
GOOD JOB! My thanks for a great dialogue as you went through the t-shooting process. A 'mechanic' nowadays must also be an electrical tech it seems.
@ashtondrake2322
@ashtondrake2322 5 жыл бұрын
Eric! Your videos are always very helpful. The repetition of terms & the persistence is very inspiring. Hope to be as good at diagnosing one day!
@dickhead7400
@dickhead7400 7 жыл бұрын
Nice work Detective!
@Inkd_watkins
@Inkd_watkins 6 жыл бұрын
"you have slow down to go fast " i tell myself this a couple a day. It worked for me today. I got done what had to. The GS can put coolant in it. I've started it and know it runs. I keep learning from ya bud. So thank you !!
@mrBasketcase69
@mrBasketcase69 3 жыл бұрын
I hate to admit to this .... I'm addicted to this channel...
@michaelpiecewicz9748
@michaelpiecewicz9748 3 жыл бұрын
No shit!!!! We all are. Eric O. He is what we all strive to be.
@melvinjohnson7033
@melvinjohnson7033 7 жыл бұрын
Really cool video even though I got a headache just watching you go through all those wiring diagrams and harnesses. Kudos for the proper repair of the break instead bypassing it with a jumper wire.
@advancednutritioninc908
@advancednutritioninc908 5 жыл бұрын
Amazing level of diagnosis! Almost no one goes to this level to fix a problem! Excellent Workmanship!! :) And no you should not repair that body work! As you said no telling what that would lead to - both time wise and more problems!
@alantorrance6153
@alantorrance6153 4 жыл бұрын
Pretty bloody good, Eric. A good dose of luck to back up a lot of knowledge, ability and understanding.
@dpeagles
@dpeagles 7 жыл бұрын
Well done. The internet know-it-alls can monday morning quarterback all they want by I know you did the right way. Especially since a short in my trailer lights takes me 2 attempts and 4 hours to fix.
@guayava0313
@guayava0313 7 жыл бұрын
you're the best Eric O....thanks for the great videos!
@DarthDonPedro
@DarthDonPedro 7 жыл бұрын
I love how this guy never gave up. I tell most techs at the dealer to follow threw on your diag. Don't give up.
@SaiRam-hu8ly
@SaiRam-hu8ly 4 жыл бұрын
I like how you logically approach any repair before jumping into the repair. With vehicles becoming too complex I too agree that at least 75% of trying to figure out where exactly the problem is and spending 25% to repair it. This is becoming my favourite channel now. Thanks a lot for taking your time to explain in detail how you approach the problem and fix it.
@dst6619
@dst6619 7 жыл бұрын
I'm not good with electrical diagrams, but this time I GOT IT! thanx Eric ! Great Video :-)
@johnchristopherson2718
@johnchristopherson2718 7 жыл бұрын
Excellent lesson on Strategy Based Diagnostics. Our students had to pass a competency test on wiring diagnostics and logical solutions, very similar to the procedure you showed us, hopefully they remember the lessons, and apply them properly. Thank you so much for sharing.
@johnibbertson2960
@johnibbertson2960 4 ай бұрын
you didnt have to prove it to me eric im a sparky and knew where you were coming from, id a put a quick link wire in, but i know you were proving it to viewers, WELL DONE.
@2sheetstothewind484
@2sheetstothewind484 7 жыл бұрын
This is info/entertainment. AKA: learning while being entertained. Trying to figure out if Eric is a better teacher than comedian. Very good at both. Another good job done by "the man".
@kuruji
@kuruji 6 жыл бұрын
Great instructional Eric, you helped me fix my own problem...fear of the unknown.
@baxrok2.
@baxrok2. 7 жыл бұрын
Thoroughly and expertly explained and demonstrated. Learned a lot on this one. Thanks Eric!
@tymorus
@tymorus 5 жыл бұрын
I love how you just keep going to satisfy your own curiosity
@onefixitman
@onefixitman 4 жыл бұрын
You hear audible ringing when compressor kicks on in the audio. I hear it in multiple other videos also. Great job.
@bmw-e30
@bmw-e30 7 жыл бұрын
You've made a lady and her Dodge very happy again. Well worth the effort!
@Jimmynitr
@Jimmynitr 7 жыл бұрын
Eric, do you ever sleep, these videos take time. Don't get me wrong they're excellent, best on the net.
@SouthMainAuto
@SouthMainAuto 7 жыл бұрын
What's sleep?
@arseniomestre9193
@arseniomestre9193 5 жыл бұрын
You good I learned a lot of from you
@jaimefaustino187
@jaimefaustino187 Жыл бұрын
I loved everything about the diagnosis at you KZfaq program....
@freddiejohnsonjr503
@freddiejohnsonjr503 2 жыл бұрын
This is why I like your videos so much. I feel like that you go the EXTRA MILE with repairs and videos. Keep up your great work! 👍
@caduceus33
@caduceus33 7 жыл бұрын
Eric, you do a great job, both on the actual repairs as well as the teaching you do on the videos! I notice that you, as well as some others that have excellent teaching videos, are somewhat defensive, due to the criticisms that have been leveled by viewers on previous videos. Its unfortunate that you have to deal with that stuff in spite of your best work and intentions!
@Mytwistedvoices
@Mytwistedvoices 4 жыл бұрын
The Time Domain Reflectometer (TDR) is one of the most useful tools for finding cable faults (opens, shorts, bad cable splices). The TDR is connected to one end of the line and shows the distance to the fault. It uses a low voltage signal that will not dam- age the line or interfere with nearby lines.
@roscoesomeone9764
@roscoesomeone9764 7 жыл бұрын
Another great video, better than watching a murder mystery. I wish I'd had youtube when I was a kid learning or trying to learn, it was books magazines and old timers passing on their knowledge, often flawed knowledge. We may not realize it but there is at least two years of OJT packed into this one video. Thanks once again.
@benjaminstockton3431
@benjaminstockton3431 7 жыл бұрын
hey eric o. when you see that broken wire i thought you would say there's your problem lady good video can't wait for the next one
@MichaelDoerner
@MichaelDoerner 7 жыл бұрын
You sir, are a GREAT mechanic!!!
@johnmurphy6366
@johnmurphy6366 7 жыл бұрын
Just another day at State University of NY at Avoca.
@rrmech11
@rrmech11 7 жыл бұрын
one of the best videos I have ever watched Dr.O
@arciefan
@arciefan 7 жыл бұрын
Man I thought sure we were gonna get the brake clean sound effect when you opened that knife/box cutter. Excellent video Eric...
@00blowngt
@00blowngt 7 жыл бұрын
Awesome video like always! Really appreciate your time and videos. The part when you said "Hallelujah" almost made me fall out of my chair!
@halleffect1
@halleffect1 7 жыл бұрын
51:37, that took way too long.. yeah right, this car would be sitting at some shops for a week.
@garyalford9394
@garyalford9394 4 жыл бұрын
maybe months !
@brianhind6149
@brianhind6149 2 жыл бұрын
Great video Eric: I have spent my life troubleshooting electronic & electric equipment, including radar & process control, & your trouble shooting actions are absolutely beyond reproach. Well done !
@DonBMW
@DonBMW 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent diagnosis. A true master of his craft and a great assistant too.
@warnerconcepcion9929
@warnerconcepcion9929 7 жыл бұрын
I love your case studies and long videos. You give me something to do at work, other than work lol.
@Sandbag1300
@Sandbag1300 7 жыл бұрын
34:01 "So what I am thinkin...we should have a little look see..." Priceless. And, 48:46 "there it is!!!"
@williamallen2817
@williamallen2817 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for NOT starting with the, sledge & crow bar, and a jumper! It would of tough nothing ! This is the BEST video, I've seen on diagnostics, in a LONG while. To be a CLASS Mechanic , you " MUST" know how to read ladder diagrams ! I know Teaching in not your job, but " IT" is what a future "Class Mechanic" needs. If you want to zip too the front of the "Employment Line", LEARN to " READ" wiring diagrams. An " Expert" Diagnostician, impresses EVERY ONE !!
@williedelgado1082
@williedelgado1082 2 жыл бұрын
I'm a commercial boiler mechanic from NYC. I've always recommend anyone that I'm training to watch your videos to better understand the importance of following the plan.
@sirsweetness8332
@sirsweetness8332 7 жыл бұрын
"Just bump the key"..."whoa" That was funny!
@FDAUTOMOTRIZCACaracas
@FDAUTOMOTRIZCACaracas 7 жыл бұрын
good job! Greetings from Venezuela!
@RaulRamirez-pc7zw
@RaulRamirez-pc7zw 2 жыл бұрын
Saludos FD Automotriz desde Minnesota, un buen canal el de este señor, igual que el tuyo
@kevculmstock1
@kevculmstock1 5 жыл бұрын
you have a good work ethic bro. you don't take the easy way out.
@AndyMechanic
@AndyMechanic 7 жыл бұрын
Great video Eric, I agree, when it comes to circuit diagnosis it's all about the 'logic' - less is more and all that. Really enjoying the huge array of videos you have put together. Cheers for now. Andy Mechanic - Auckland, New Zealand
@davidb.fishburn9338
@davidb.fishburn9338 7 жыл бұрын
Chrysler tech here, can't tell you how many times i've seen the core supports bashed in like that. Such a bad spot for a pcm. I completely agree with the 75% research, 25% fix it comment, i've done a lot of research to fix cars many times. Because i do that, my boss sends me a lot of driveability and electrical problems. The one thing you said, Eric, about research and doing an inspection, you should have included a bit about looking at the condition of the car and area around the affected components. That was the first thing i thought of when you showed the bottom of the core support. I have an 04 Neon R/T, and the bottom core support was a little bit tweaked on the left end when i got the car. I fixed that right away. When i saw how bent the pcm bracket was, i thought of the harness being pinched. Good job, though of finding the break!
@Cragified
@Cragified 6 жыл бұрын
The 2nd Gen neon is an odd ball. They 'refined' it by adding better engine mounts, the new electronic leaning transmission after 2001 and other things yet at the same time made some really bad layout changes. Such as move the ECM from in front of the strut tower down to the core support and then running the damn wiring loom under the support. Back on 1st gens only the loom for the fog/sport lights ran there and turn signals. And then Daimler stepped in with lower quality metals which is why 1st gens outlast the 2nd gens because the K member on the 2nd gens will always rust out.
@LoveArjeayy3
@LoveArjeayy3 4 жыл бұрын
Help My Car Wouldn't Start Up After I Parked It For Less Than 5 Minutes The Code Reader Read Crank Shaft, Cam Shaft Position Censor & I Replaced The Spark Plugs & Bought A New Ecu(That Matched The Last One) Haven't Had It Programmed Yet Because Money Is Tight.. Not Sure If I Should Sell The Car Or Grt The Ecu Programmed.. Anything Helps! I Don't Know Anything About Cars.
@canadatransistor
@canadatransistor 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Eric Love the channel. I'd like to make an observation on a tool for this type of troubleshooting. It's a tracer toner and probe. You basically inject a tone and you use a probe that listens in to trace by following harnesses and stuff. I use this in the telecommunications field to track cables in 50 pair or hundred pair cables sets or network cabinets etc. super efficient! It would give an excellent return on investment. Cheers take care.
@jonminer9891
@jonminer9891 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, Eric. Great detective work. I enjoy seeing these old vids and seeing you as a detective back then. Good job! Thanks for sharing! Stay Healthy!
@michaeltaylor7436
@michaeltaylor7436 11 ай бұрын
These electrical malfunctions and wiring searches are my favorite videos, no two are alike. Great fun watching you work thru them and find the green pus! You have great patience!
@kenpatterson8028
@kenpatterson8028 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great video(s) Eric, i really like your channel and the work you're doing, keep it up man. a little tip: use a seam ripper to get into those wiring harnesses. no risk of accidentally cutting wires (even if it's the right one haha) again, keep up the great work, cheers
@SouthMainAuto
@SouthMainAuto 7 жыл бұрын
good tip thanks!
@satamanschmidt3428
@satamanschmidt3428 7 жыл бұрын
Something else that works pretty good is a razor blade based letter opener the ones with the pointy tips. I use these to cut plastic masking when I'm wrapping a car for paint but they should work well for this purpose as well. I do like the seam ripper idea
@eddiemartinez265
@eddiemartinez265 7 жыл бұрын
Good job Eric as alway's and thank's to Hanna well done.
@golfnut533
@golfnut533 Жыл бұрын
I admire your tenacity in rooting out the broken wire as opposed to just throwing in a quick splice which would have drastically reduced your time spent, kudos to you.
@donmunro144
@donmunro144 2 жыл бұрын
I've got a tool that puts a pulse in the wire then sensor that you move down the harness till the beep stops. There is your break. Real time saver. Bought it off the snapon truck.
@RobertHancock1
@RobertHancock1 7 жыл бұрын
Nice of Chrysler to mount the PCM and the wiring to it in about the most vulnerable location to crash damage..
@bostedtap8399
@bostedtap8399 5 жыл бұрын
Excellent schematic skills, very well explained, interpretation of available information used intelligently. None better Professor O, hope Hannah is taking notes!. Thanks for sharing and best regards from the UK.
@molivroman9806
@molivroman9806 4 жыл бұрын
This is a young man's job (strong back). He has one. Great mech. wish he was in my town.
@AntonioClaudioMichael
@AntonioClaudioMichael 2 жыл бұрын
Yep diagnostics is 75 percent research and 25 percent Repair Especially now days the more computer the more diag great video as always Eric O @53:02 @SouthMainAutoRepairLLC
@jpack61108
@jpack61108 7 жыл бұрын
LMAO @ "I dont know if we should do this...give me a big pry bar!"
@SouthMainAuto
@SouthMainAuto 7 жыл бұрын
Famous last words
@keithhastings4092
@keithhastings4092 7 жыл бұрын
Jimmy Pack its right up there with: GET A BIGGER HAMMER!
@RealCadde
@RealCadde 7 жыл бұрын
Get me the jackhammer.
@satamanschmidt3428
@satamanschmidt3428 7 жыл бұрын
Could have been worse. I thought he was going to reach for "BIG NASTY".
@jpack61108
@jpack61108 7 жыл бұрын
HAHA! Now that would have been epic!
@brundhilgawise4959
@brundhilgawise4959 5 жыл бұрын
I started out as a service advisor for Chrysler and I never even imagined what my bay mechanics went through daily. The diagnosing and logical thinking on this older episode was top level! Much more respect for mechanics everywhere now!
@jonbingham3595
@jonbingham3595 2 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU BROTHER FOR REPOSTING THIS VIDEO. IT'S A GREAT WIRING DIAGNOSTIC TUTORIAL. BAD THING IS, WE DON'T ALL HAVE A SCANNER. GOD BLESS YOU BROTHER. 🙂💖
@xerxes456
@xerxes456 7 жыл бұрын
I like when you track down the problem in the harness, Great video
@ozzstars_cars
@ozzstars_cars 7 жыл бұрын
You went balistic on that pesky blue/white wire, mission accomplished.
@SouthMainAuto
@SouthMainAuto 7 жыл бұрын
Determination sir.... determination
@gearwrench877
@gearwrench877 7 жыл бұрын
Hey Eric excellent job! just fyi an easier way to find that next time on Chryslers is to voltage drop the battery by bridging the terminals with a wrench. The problem will LIGHT right up :)
@SouthMainAuto
@SouthMainAuto 7 жыл бұрын
Should I wear a glove or glasses?
@gearwrench877
@gearwrench877 7 жыл бұрын
a wet paper towel is fine.
@Talisman-tb6vw
@Talisman-tb6vw 5 жыл бұрын
I don't get enough of this stuff. I troubleshoot the GM Kappa platform (Solstice & Sky), and pick up tips from your video's - keep up the good work.
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