Most people call them silver bullets. Identifix, IATN, YouTube, Facebook, you know the drill. Basically getting a simple answer to a complex problem without having to work for it. I think they're kind of like cheat codes used in old video games. I explain why in this episode, and describe my perspective on using them.

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Come along with me for a day of programming & diagnosing. 

• Ford F-250 no -crank
• Saturn L300 PCM programming 
• Infiniti G-35 crank no-start
• Chevy Cruze stuck in Kilometers
• Jeep Grand Cherokee cluster programming???  

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Scope Ninjas Matt Fanslow & Matt Skundrich join me on the show today to talk about all things oscilloscope. What's the best option for you? What's practical vs not practical? What features are great to have in a scope?

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Tomi Joins me on the show today to discuss automotive key cutting / programming. Also how the locksmith & diagnostic technician world are merging.

Websites mentioned-
https://ilmautosupply.com/account/login?checkout_url=/ 

https://midwestkeys.com/products_all.html

https://www.transponderisland.com/

https://autorescuetools.com/?fbclid=IwAR1NRka0Bc8WiwNSLzKIzyRdxhzeU1-Ax0mpfAoPUofUmfHpESPe9beHdcs

https://www.americankeysupply.com/

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In this episode I describe the difference between no-communication codes and invalid/implausible data codes. I use 2 Ford vehicles as examples of the interconnected systems in modern vehicles and the messages that are sent between them. 

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Just a quick tip on what you can do to get the biggest return on investment from all the time you spend reading, listening, and watching. 

Today on the show I discuss 3 vehicles, all regarding the infotainment systems. A 2012 Ford edge APIM programming, A 2005 Audi A6 & a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado, both with no touch screen operation.

CCMSYNC Kit- https://www.tooloutfitters.com/sync-gen-2-reflash-kit/

MOST BUS Loop- https://www.amazon.com/RENYIAO-Bypass-Adapter-Mercedes-Porsche/dp/B07PH536JG/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3589GPT50YNF&dchild=1&keywords=most+bus+loop&qid=1612111542&sprefix=most+bus+%2Caps%2C286&sr=8-1
MOST BUS Technical Info- https://www.mostcooperation.com/specifications/

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Just a quick tip for Chrysler vehicles presenting strange issues. A module reset might do the trick. 

Today on the show I'm talking about remote keyless entry systems, the electromagnetic spectrum, Radio waves, & measurement tools.

YouTube video about electromagnetic waves- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j2gOh39IyPM&t=1605s

The Science of everything podcast (lots of detailed information on a number of topics including electricity and magnetism)- https://fods12.podbean.com/

SDR Dongle Spectrum Analyzer- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GDN1T4S/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&aaxitk=LlEqIOm2lCXbB7v33E6Yxw&hsa_cr_id=1179184740001&pd_rd_r=5f9858c2-cd09-4e34-8110-04afe90c7946&pd_rd_w=AOGM3&pd_rd_wg=lh6vD&ref_=sbx_be_s_sparkle_td_asin_0

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Matt Fanslow, Chris Groff, and Scott Shotton join me on the show today to answer listener questions.

Scott's website-  https://driveabilityguys.com/who-are-we

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