Hi Eric. I am NOT an auto technician by any means, but at 75 years old I so enjoy watching your videos! What you do may be boring to some, but I find it to be absolutely fascinating. Thank you for all you do, and all the best to you and yours.
@WoodLox10 ай бұрын
That’s cause he’s comprehensive and descriptive. I’m 45 and been tinkering since my single digits. Eric reminds me of my instructor Charles WhiteHouse. Transparency is fundamental in communicating and understanding.
@ryanbradley4718 Жыл бұрын
Bridging the gap between automotive locksmith and automotive diagnostician is a great niche to fill. I hope the shops you do work for recognize the value you'll be providing.
@miguelrodriguez1214 Жыл бұрын
Exactly! 🤓
@dennismelville7532 Жыл бұрын
It's the same as us mechanic's... you have to know body work to deal with how they designed these newer cars to do simple task as changing bulbs.
@scotts4125 Жыл бұрын
A couple tips as an automotive locksmtih. We run up to 150 calls per week. If you are using any flavor of Autel on a Honda and it asks to verify the date always choose no even if correct. If not you will brick the BCM. It writes to the BCM incorrectly. Autel was not forthcoming about this even though they knew about it. Autel is no longer high up on my list because of this. Honda also has a bulletin out on aftermarket programmers bricking their BCM's. If that car ends up at the dealer the dealer will point the finger at you. This happened to 2 of us before Autel finally admitted it. The best key programmer is going to be Advanced Diagnostics Smart Pro. It doesn't brick Honda's either. It's expensive and paying for tokens suck but we charge accordingly. On a Hyundai/Kia push to start if nothing seems to work disconnect the car battery for 5 minutes. After reconnecting it will program right away. Stay away from cheap aftermarket fobs. We are using mostly OEM and OEM refurbs. $3.99 aftermarkets either won't program or break in 3 months. The biggest issue is some of these damn cars even in mid years have fob changes. Some of the cars can take 3-4 different fobs and you have to carry each one because only 1 will actually work. There isn't any 100% accurate way to tell other than trial and error. Hyundai/Kia are pretty bad in this respect. We have had cars and every piece of info we could find said it took a certain fob but we couldn't get it to program. We tried one for another model and or year and it finally programmed. Fords can be quirky too. If you program one and the car starts but the remote buttons don't work you used the wrong frequency fob even though everything said that was the correct one. Join NASTF and pay for key codes. Lishi's are OK but if your busy in the hot sun trying to figure out cuts while calls are holding just pay for the codes. Some older Mopars you have to pay for pin codes anyway. I hate all these extra expenses but we are so busy we can't spend hours on these cars like a hobby or DIY guy would. We charge on the higher end of the scale and warranty our work. We have fly by nights working out of their trunk with $3.99 fobs and Lishi tools doing them for $100. We have had customers call saying these guys spent 3 days on their car and couldn't program it. We charge $350 and are done in an hour. You get what you pay for. You can get into the $6-700 range for Euro's.
@johnmwangi6291 Жыл бұрын
How do we learn if one has the electrical know how which we or any references..,👍
@scotts4125 Жыл бұрын
@@johnmwangi6291 UHS has paid classes online and in person. That would be a good place to start. You need at a bare minimum $10,000 in equipment keys and fobs. You also need some advanced auto knowledge and how to take things apart. You could also start at the bottom and take a job as an apprentice with someone willing to train you. I have trained guys with zero experience. I also have guys working for me that just do lockouts. They really aren't interested in taking it further. They could make more money but they are happy just doing lockouts. Some cars you need to know how to take door panels off and on. You need to know how to take outside door handles off to make keys and open some trunks without making keys. Some cars after the alarm goes off it disables the electric trunk release so there are ways to circumvent that. 90% of customers with keys in the trunk tell me about the fairy tale car they own. Their car doesn't have an alarm, their electric button will work after we open it and the rear seats fold down. These people actually believe it and of course we go out there and none of the things they said were correct. lol Some PITA cars need a cluster taken off. ECM's opened on older ones. Kick panels removed to gain access to a connector. There is a lot to this. Some cars are dealer only as well. Everyday is different out here in the mean streets.
@MrSuperchargedv8 Жыл бұрын
@@scotts4125 I got into keys just to streamline my shop repairs I dont go out and look for key work. So far so good. Used a few Lishi already, cut a few keys and also programmed, no significant fob programming yet. Still very low on keys since I wasn't sure what to go with as far as OEM/ Aftermarket. Im looking to do some promaster vans...you ever done any of those? looks like several keys on those and also BCM changes which changes key.
@jimmeh2137 ай бұрын
Great info in your comments rhanks.
@DFWAuto_Hack2 ай бұрын
Great info. Any accredited locksmith course or school you can recommend for someone who does not want to be an apprentice for 2 years but could afford 1 year locksmith course + 1 year apprenticeship?? Also, is a locksmith license required to join NASTF? I learned this myself out of passion since the year 2000; the license is the only thing i need now; i have applied for numerous jobs in vain and i have actually had one but it was short lived because the enployer expected me to do all keys lost in a junkyard environment with problematic cars while they trained me 4 days out 7 on adding keys mainly because they did not wanna loose their street customers; meanwhile i was required to make 1000 daily for them and of course i could not reach this goal. Parting ways with them has been the best thing that could ever happen to me because i built myself up on what i lacked by self training at salvage yards; i have acquired several great programmers, knowledge on how to use them, increased inventories & learned new skills by myself including soldering. I advertise myself, schedule appointments, found my own customers accounts & made a lot of people happy who share my number around. I work on all cars including europeans while other locksmiths in my area turn them down. From BMW to BENZ & VAG without forgetting Rovers, I have had to make a second visit but rarely had to fail a job. The main failure i have run accross twice was the Encrypted Cas3++ paired with the bosch DME that only give out a 4 digits ISN. This combination is mostly found in v8 BMW X5 & 6 series. Any locksmith school or class i can take to get my exam before going for 1 year apprenticeship?? Im in DFW TX. Thanks 🙏
@avasonsyn Жыл бұрын
Being humble and leaving the ego at the door is the way to go. Glad you are back.
@arthurfricchione8119 Жыл бұрын
Wow Eric what a big step you have taken. Been following you for a long time. Way back when you had your own shop. Thanks for taking us along for the ride. Hope your business continues to thrive 👍. Artie
@jgeorges3061 Жыл бұрын
ERIC, YES please more video like this full of enjoyment and learning hope next one will be how to clone PCM or TSM thanks for taking the time to do this.cheeeeeers from CANADA
@andviv6 күн бұрын
Agreed. This is a fantastic video.
@rafaeltorovip Жыл бұрын
I do really like your content . For some reason, I have been receiving inspirational messages today and your initial message means a lot. I think is time for me to look for new abilities to learn and expand my knowledge. Thanks.
@djosbun Жыл бұрын
Congratulations on the newfound skills, Eric. It’s a great day when we learn something new, and going outside of your comfort zone always ends up being a huge jump forward in your career. A++ to you, brother.
@steveedwards1072 Жыл бұрын
Great to see you again Eric. I’ve always heard…if you don’t learn something new every day, you weren’t paying attention. Peace
@oztheberean Жыл бұрын
Amen ☝🏼
@keltecshooter Жыл бұрын
You are a lot like me , i am my harshest critic and i get really bummed when a diag gets the best of me. Don't beat yourself up too much, you are an exceptional technician and your videos are very good. I say this as a master tech and shop forman with oodles of years in the trade. Cheers!
@BobSmith-mj7ik Жыл бұрын
Way to go. Getting the extra education will definitely pay off for you.
@IanHurford Жыл бұрын
Great to see you back Eric, with even bigger and better content come. Congratulations on your improved skill set, and thank you for sharing the latest content with us, I always enjoy you videos.
@jeremyah78 Жыл бұрын
Love the direction you’re taking man!!
@paulgilliland2992 Жыл бұрын
Eric we didn’t miss you one bit . Just kidding, glad to see you’re back on the KZbin with new skills . We always learn something from you .
@wbforsure21047 ай бұрын
In this industry and profession you constantly need to learn new things all the time.
@smilesmile392 Жыл бұрын
Your channel is the best…
@ismailworkshop5000 Жыл бұрын
Good luck bro thank you so much for that information since long time waiting for this video because no body fixed like that ❤❤❤❤❤❤
@RenegadesGarage Жыл бұрын
Advanced Level Auto.. Another great video Eric. I like the tools you used in this video. I am going to look into them.
@hpelisr Жыл бұрын
Awesome tech video, good to see you on top of things.
@andviv6 күн бұрын
What a fantastic video; please keep posting
@fredsalter19153 ай бұрын
We love you, Eric! And we love all of your vids! God bless you, sir!!!
@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO3 ай бұрын
Thank you for your continued support! I hope to bring you more great content soon!
@abdul-kabiralegbe5660 Жыл бұрын
Wow! With this expansion into programming you're definitely putting the Advanced back in Advanced Level Auto. 👍
@HouseCallAutoRepair Жыл бұрын
You are living my dream... You are literally doing exactly what I want to learn to do... (coincidentally my father and my girlfriend's father were both of the area's only locksmiths (before gateway modules) I love this stuff!
@DFWAuto_Hack2 ай бұрын
Very intelligent gentleman. Thank you
@ebrahimsadeghi5883 Жыл бұрын
Welcome back mate
@isalmankhan1 Жыл бұрын
First of all congratulations on your endeavor to elevate your knowledge & skill set, really appreciated, all Techs in the industry should've the same approach. I'm really surprised by the versitality of this Launch device very impressive😍 Looking forward to more programming videos, Stay Safe😍
@AKChryslertech Жыл бұрын
I have been there man. Good on you for learning more. Sometimes you got to put the camera down and focus on what gets the bills paid. We will still be here.
@mariobross6763 Жыл бұрын
Amigo eres una gran persona Muchas gracias por compartir lo que sabes y me dan ganas de seguir aprendiendo Eres una inspiración
@josepena1046 Жыл бұрын
No sabe español juan
@robertmedina6875 Жыл бұрын
I can’t wait Eric!! We have the same interests!!!! I just got the Launch Immo plus also! Great video Botha!!!❤
@samuelkiragu6613 Жыл бұрын
Eric your videos have made me even better in our diagnosis field ,,, although i can't get any scan tool in my local market.
@nirmoghale1640 Жыл бұрын
Your video is great 👍 Also very clear to understand .
@ramongonzales1631 Жыл бұрын
Excited to see your up coming videos on key programming and programming. I was wondering if you were gonna show any xtool on any of the videos to show what they are capable of? And thanks for the videos I like how you go over wire diagrams and take us on your thought process and you make .me laugh your a funny guy glad I found your channel good job brother
@TabTheTech Жыл бұрын
It’s amazing that you ended up going with programming. I really thought about it as well, get the locksmith part as well. I got scared with really spending the money for the scanners and the pass thru device without those I cannot do anything. This did help me rethink and maybe I can move forward
@DJ-tn7vj Жыл бұрын
Yup E. I'm at the point as we speak. Hate having to do all the Diagnosing just to take the module to someone else to program. I feel ya with this one
@Jeremy64444 Жыл бұрын
Hi Eric, I am 63 and you remind me of myself at your age. Mobile auto electrician. So here is my advice for the future and not make my mistake. Find a good workshop for yourself, with space and a ramp. If it means moving home , to a more suitable place. Do it. Get the customer to bring the car too you. Social media will provide you with enough customers. Also you could do a general service, which is easy money. The big problem with being mobile, is what to charge. Because the garage will say" is that all it was". Ignoring they couldn't fix it and it took you time to drive there, drive back , diagnose and fix the problem. What did you charge for the car that had a piece missing from the fuel lift pump .That was a great job. I mean this as good advice, because I burned myself out, from all the hassle . Fixing the odd problem is fine. Dealing with tough jobs everyday and never getting an easy one , is soul destroying. All the best .
@mikeburdi3464 Жыл бұрын
Recently subbed. Great content, great diagnostics, and great skills! Hope to see more from you as I am always trying to learn so that I can be the best I can, and an asset to my customers. Thank you!
@DylanL69 Жыл бұрын
Great video you definitely upped your skills and capabilities of what you can do
@jeffzanin5503 Жыл бұрын
This is great, looking forward to more videos.
@TeenStyle400 Жыл бұрын
Nice man, I’ve been watching your channel for two months and I already learned a lot of stuff. Keep going doing that bro. Success for you bro!
@ELEVOPR5 ай бұрын
Good info, I would put some good thick clear tape around the QR Code as a lamination so it doesn't easily get damaged, smudged or Erased. Thanks for sharing.
@roxanneabbott8424 Жыл бұрын
So happy for you, but I also miss you!! Awesome video!
@BravoZulu1416 Жыл бұрын
Good to see you back.
@GeorgeMalonedj Жыл бұрын
Congrats! Altima had the transmission replaced, JATCO CVT's at its best!
@ozzstars_cars Жыл бұрын
Nice job with the video. Impressive arsenal of scan tools necessary to do your job.
@ysitrim88 Жыл бұрын
Wow! You are very talented. Keep the videos coming!
@W.Khairi Жыл бұрын
Great job and best of luck Eric
@henrikloiske8572 Жыл бұрын
You sir are a wizard...Nice jobs master
@felixdelahoz1658 Жыл бұрын
hey thanks for all the information you provided us ,, and hope you reach over 10 million subscribers, you deserve it.
@japanautorepairandparts91056 ай бұрын
Clear ..to the point... excellent ❤
@jiteshpayda9843 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for all your videos.
@entrepreneur1013 Жыл бұрын
love them 3.5 v6 altima
@pablolopez973 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video thank you for sharing your knowledge.👍
@FORDTECH3138 ай бұрын
I’m just starting off doing key programming branching off on my own starting off as side work but eventually I’m going to leave the dealership hopefully things go well
@robertmedina6875 Жыл бұрын
We miss you, bro!❤
@ryan.mullen Жыл бұрын
Great video. So much good info in this video. Keep up the great work. 👍
@CUSSTER100 Жыл бұрын
Been a tech for years but wanna learn and do what u doing
@stevensholett4821 Жыл бұрын
Another kick ass video keep them coming really enjoyed this one
@mfung11 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your information, very useful! Love you.
@HUBONEN Жыл бұрын
Waiting that part2 😅 thanks for videos!
@azjackal Жыл бұрын
That's me for sure. I will never tell someone that I am best.
@alexjuarez4638 Жыл бұрын
GO ahead ON ERICK welcome back to houston
@odishoodisho4904 Жыл бұрын
Great job keep going thanks for sharing your experience
@OnYok1974kuwait7 ай бұрын
I learned a lot. Its good to know thankyou..❤
@siegfredreginaldo4 ай бұрын
more videos like this pls!
@jimkillen1065 Жыл бұрын
I appreciate the video
@steveham2427 Жыл бұрын
Keep up the good work man!
@MartinM04 Жыл бұрын
Bad ass Eric. Keep it up man. Your blessed
@Nvable Жыл бұрын
I needed this so badly. I have the notorious Nissan Code and I had a transmission pressure sensor code. I replaced my valve body but I was trying to figure out how to reset the TCM without going to a dealer. I have the Lauch tool (not w/the immo) and now I need to check for that write option. I think I have it but I was scared to brick the car.
@EATSLEEPFARM Жыл бұрын
You the man!! Nice work brother👍May i ask what you studied during this time? Anything you could recommend?
@advancedleveldiagnostics Жыл бұрын
Wow, great video, Thanks for Sharing!
@julioizquierdo1428 Жыл бұрын
Like how you professionally explain everything, I have a 2020 Ford Escape 1.5L with no communication and the AC doesn't, work can you give me some hints if you can, I would appreciate it.
@vin605 Жыл бұрын
Very informative, thanks for sharing
@T.Diagnosis Жыл бұрын
I love this. Thanks for video. ❤
@JOMaMa.. Жыл бұрын
Dig your channel Eric
@papecheikhdiop8032 Жыл бұрын
Great like everything you do.thx
@nestorlugo. Жыл бұрын
Hope you're doing good!
@joelutz7529 Жыл бұрын
I really like your videos' good job
@ericm5745 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the BIG UPS
@HuseinAbdulrahman-k7e Жыл бұрын
Bro you are the best
@johnknox5692 Жыл бұрын
man that was great video very informative thk for your time
@siyaonline Жыл бұрын
Amazing stuff and great video, big ups
@wkdcandyqq Жыл бұрын
Hey, can we see the next video soon? waiting for your draft video for more than 1 month.plz let me know.
@alinbcu Жыл бұрын
very nice and clear english, nice videos, very educative and entertaiment :)), thanks for your effort !!
@Ramakan8 ай бұрын
Is a “rumble strip vibration” on a 2017 Sentra sr an indication of a bad transmission? No oil leaks. 66K miles. Dealer found no issues with brand new tires, no bearing issues.
@tonycastro6154 Жыл бұрын
good,,but locksmith group is very tight community,,you have to do the 2 year apprentice ship or the group will give you the shoulder,,,,but im doing the same as you,,sht me and you are on the same path,,,,,i found this guy my keys automotive on you tube,,this guy kicks asz on locksmiths and programming,,,,give him thumbs up,,,along with advanced level auto,,,,they inspiration people,,willing to help,,,,tnx a million,,,,,
@scotts4125 Жыл бұрын
Not sure what group you are talking about. Anyone can become a locksmith in the U.S. There is no apprentice program. Are you in another country? I freely give info out as I am secure in my position. We actually turn work down as we are very busy. Lots of gravy jobs out there. I turn down cars that are more involved as I could be doing 2-3 other jobs. We have a guy down here that does all the stuff mainly Euro's that nobody else wants to do. He has a shop with a bay. Every Euro trash beast gets towed in. He won't do service calls. He is also doing module programming for repair shops even though he's a locksmith. He got really good at what he does. I have guys that just open cars and make a very good living. So many ways to make money in this business. One thing about YT locksmiths. They always leave out the little details that will end up in failed programming. It's always the little details that get you.
@Pristine_Auto_Works_LLCАй бұрын
I’m a mobile mechanic and shop owner myself. I currently use the snap on remote assisted programmer to do all my programming, it’s a computer/j2534/battery maintainer all in one. But been thinking of getting rid of it because it’s a paid and by appointment service and it gets expensive. $150 per module program! Need to get my hands on a j box. How come you used both the snap on and then the autel j box after? Was it because one j box can do what the other can’t?
@MrSuperchargedv8 Жыл бұрын
New subscriber here...I also do mobile work and I also added keys to my outfit simply because I didn't want to deal with having to rely on someone to come out....sometimes they do not show and im stuck with a vehicle for an extra day or two because of that. I ended up with an autel im608 and a Gymkhana 994 key machine and hopefully looking to add more as I need. I joined to possibly get some more knowledge on tooling or procedures to program pcm and other modules. I understand some makes are laptop based and others just need a passthru...need to get some help on how to stream line the process to make it as efficient as possible. Im also in the market for a new scanner. Will be getting rid of my snap on ZEUS and looking for something to replace that and also looking to get a laptop to do multiple manufacture coding/flashing work.... any recommendations would be great.
@tommyvaughn98143 ай бұрын
WoW Eric! I was reading some of the comments you impress me.. I been a Mechanic for over sixty years I am seventy two years old an i am teaching myself locksmith the one thing that is holding me back is programming. can you help with my education by sending me in the right direction.
@bikesweeper3 ай бұрын
I really appreciate what you’re doing. I’m just getting started with key programming I have the im508 and have program a few key fobs. I’m in the process of buying a key cutting machine any recommendations? Also I need to learn the Lishi and how to read a code Any help is appreciated thank you so much
@higherregion10 күн бұрын
i'm looking to buy this xtool scanner. Anytime I do a nissan CVT i always have to call my local guy w/ consult to load the software. Can you enter the serial number manually incase the QR doesn't scan?
@alpine7840 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for a great vido!!!
@gilron9585 Жыл бұрын
Am curious how did you learn the new things ? any online courses ? very good that you keep yourself on top of the technology :)
@nissanvq35lag2311 ай бұрын
you GETTING OLD MY FRIEND...BUT I STILL BELIEVE YOU ARE ONE OF THE BEST 👌 😂😂😂MUCH LOVE ❤️ 😍
@impactlifemastery375416 күн бұрын
Hi Eric I'm already a technician but I wanna start learning programming. Please do you have a training or courses for programming?
@bossjr5219 Жыл бұрын
Hi erick i have a case study on a cadillac xt4 2019. Changed the battery due to crank and no start on a road trip, started and code p0129f showed up. Didn't turned off the car from MT to TX. Changed the fuel pump engine started and error code went away. No voila !!! Car is in the same condition cranks but no start after a battery and a fuel pump change. I need your help brother
@alfredobungarin22113 ай бұрын
Can you post the link where to buy the first scanner please
@benardblessing1201 Жыл бұрын
Am your biggest fan Eric am from Ghana 🇬🇭 am auto car electrical but you are so amazing person you use just a minute to do 3 car's wow interligent. your lunch diagnosis tool how much the price
@marklorenson5842 Жыл бұрын
Great video
@rogerbain1029Ай бұрын
I'm curious what do you charge for a job like this? A dollar value?? Nissan On the cvt ECU programming ?