Articles by Brandon Steckler

A PID-o-full diagnosis on a 2008 Ford F-250

Gas or diesel? It doesn't matter if you apply a diagnostic process and follow it!
Brandon Steckler

When the automotive classroom spans the Atlantic

It all started a few months ago when I assisted a young, talented technician in the UK named Ryan Colley.
Brandon Steckler

Expand your skill set through networking with other technicians

No one person can be expert in every area of automotive repair. Expand your skill set through networking!
Brandon Steckler

The importance of asking 'why?' during automotive diagnostics

Sometimes we get lucky and the cause of the customer's concern is readily apparent after a test drive and a review of some fundamental PIDs. And then, other times — well, you know!
Brandon Steckler

The three-legged stool approach to vehicle diagnostics

As technicians, we are faced with jobs or situations that challenge our abilities. Do you have the right strategy, tools and attitude to tackle them?
Brandon Steckler

Auto experts across the globe collaborate to diagnose a 2011 Chevrolet Aveo

We begin the saga at Assured Autoworks in Melbourne, Fla. This reputable shop is owned and run by my good buddy, Brin Kline. Like many times before, he acquired the subject of this month's article as a “tow-in” from another local shop.
Brandon Steckler

Getting put through the diagnostic wringer with CAN Interior Bus issues

On occasion, what seems to be an obvious fix to a difficult issue, comes back to bite us on the tail.
Brandon Steckler

Diagnosing a no-start issue on a Chrysler Town and Country

 “No starts” are usually easy to isolate and repair – but not in this case!
Brandon Steckler