Automotive Tech Info Podcast
Automotive Tech info Podcast is produced by Automotive Data Media and is a discussion on diagnostic and repair - and other business tips - for the independent repair shop. For more diagnostic and technical repair information, visit AutomotiveTechInfo.com. CAUTION: Vehicle servicing performed by untrained persons could result in serious injury to those persons or others. Information contained in these podcasts are intended for use by trained, professional auto repair technicians ONLY. This information is provided to inform these technicians of conditions which may occur in some vehicles or to provide information which may assist them in proper servicing of these vehicles. Properly trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to perform repairs correctly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that a topic covered in these podcasts automatically applies to your vehicle or that your vehicle has that condition.
Automotive Tech Info Podcast
Episode 12 - Diagnostic Strategies
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Automotive Tech Info | David Facciuto
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Season 2
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Episode 8
Dave Facciuto is the former owner ASE Master Technician at of Dave’s Import Service in Medford, Oregon. Dave is still active in the industry as a consultant and shares his technical and business management knowledge with his former shop and the industry at large. His extensive background in diagnostic strategies has provided a unique perspective on how best to develop your own diagnostic process for both new and experienced technicians working on today’s modern vehicle technology.
In this episode of the ATI Podcast, we’ll talk with Dave about the different types of diagnostic strategies. Listen in as Dave shares his insights on:
- His background and experience which allowed him to transfer his knowledge of import repair to a wide range of both import and domestic vehicles.
- Being a certified master technician for over 30 years.
- Why the need for basic how-to diagnostic knowledge is fundamental to creating an effective diagnostic process.
- What show owners should be doing to develop the next generation of diagnostic specialists in their shops.
- The importance of ongoing training to hone diagnostic and repair skills.
- Why a simple diagnostic challenge is the best way to start with young technicians and how the knowledge they acquire can be shared with other technicians in the shop.
- The difference between strategy-based and differential diagnostics.
- Why starting with the basics to verify the complaint leads to effective diagnostic strategies.