Auction Car Special - Nissan Rogue Passenger Window Problem

[@pacdude11]

Love seeing you support the local pick n pull. These places get more essential every day with the declining quality of aftermarket parts.

[@johnarnold893]

I only wish I lived even within a hundred K of a pick n pull.

[@pacdude11]

@@johnarnold893 They can be few and far between, I'm really glad I have one in town

[@lvsqcsl]

@@pacdude11 I wouldn't be able to survive without it in our town.

[@ellesmerewildwood4858]

The declining quality and the increasing price. Not to mention the often non availability or on perpetual back order issue.

[@throttlebottle5906]

the problem is, electrical/electronic and most mechanical parts are usually all in the same shape within the useable year range/models. unless you happen to find one which was never used or minimally. ( drivers side is usually spent heavily). years ago I used to repair window switches if not fully melted down and one melted was often caused by a sticking switch on other door. not melted was often a coffee/soda/rain/winter highway salt(smokers leaving window cracked). I was fixing that junk as pre-teen and teen kid in the late 1980's++

[@kevinkoepke8311]

The reason he's never gotten a bad part from Wilberts is because he knows what a bad part looks like. Thanks, Eric!

[@KStewart-th4sk]

Even Eric says he has been lucky. There is no way of knowing if there is a bad contact or contacts in an enclosed switch just by looking at the switch.

[@freetolook3727]

When he unplugged the electrical connectors on the switch box, he could see that the copper contacts were clean and shiny indicating no corrosion.

[@johnbragg2014]

Wilberts wouldn't dare sell him a bum part. ha!

[@Mountain-Man-3000]

Holy heck! A window motor that DOESN'T have to run over the data lines or talk to the BCM to work???! What sorcery is this!!

[@SteelheadTed]

Love me some Nissan.

[@michael931]

Amish style

[@paulmoir4452]

Hey: my favourite thing in life is to retrain my power windows after each snowy day. How'm I supposed to do that with no BCM askin' it?

[@kakeetoalex9924]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@johnbragg2014]

Nissan thunder!

[@Randy245850]

Excellent!!!! 99% of us would have done the same thing as your customer did. Replace the wrong switch. I believe you smelled those green crusties growing

[@chrishartley1210]

Exactly! Until the powers and grounds have been tested it could have been either of the switches. Anyone who doesn't understand the wiring would probably assume it has to be the last switch in the circuit.

[@mikes-wv3em]

WOULD A TOOT OF CONTACT CLEANER HELPED?

[@mikes-wv3em]

OR BRAKLEEN?

[@chrishartley1210]

Possibly, but to be sure you would need to dismantle the switch. That's not an easy job (been there, done that), the labour cost would be more than the cost of the trip to Wilbert's with no guarantee that the switch can be fixed.

[@Failure_Is_An_Option]

Nope. it makes zero sense to assume it is the passenger switch.

[@jdraupp]

I’ll never get tired of learning from the way you analyze and explain wiring diagrams.

[@Darth_Sidious_66]

You're welcome, glad to help and educate!

[@MrHugawa]

man, Wilbert's is a well oiled machine.. so organized.

[@beefeekeefee]

I was in a wrecking yard in Fresno many years ago with a friend and his dad. The owner, an acquaintance of my buddy's dad was behind the counter in a pair of greasy coveralls. The dad noticed a couple of law school diplomas on the wall. "is that you?" he asked the owner who nodded. "Why the hell are you getting your hands dirty doing this?" he asked. The guy reached into a coverall pocket and wrestled a fist sized wad of $100 bills out of it. "That's why."

[@Jmg831]

Thank you for all the entertainment, I know it must take a lot of work to record, edit and upload, you’ve helped me so much on my DIY projects

[@user-mv5bu2kk8b]

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[@Jmg831]

@@user-mv5bu2kk8b sorry yes edit

[@anthonywright5603]

Have been working on cars trucks and airplanes for 60+ years you are one of the best teachers on electric I have seen great

[@deplorablelibertarian]

I fixed my wife's Hyundai because of this dudes videos.

[@COBRO98]

Eric's gift isn't fixing automobiles, it's teaching others how to do it.. in a way that's easy for the average person to understand. I went to automotive school for 2 years and despite that never had a firm grasp on electrical theory/testing, stumbled onto a video of his where he was explaining simple test lights providing electrical load, *and it all hit me like a ton of bricks at once..*

[@johnbeckett2624]

Don't forget Ivan at Pine Hollow Auto Diagnostics, excellent diagnostic electrician, and teacher!!

[@firstielasty1162]

Me, too. Cars, motorcycles, and airplanes. Cars and motorcycles, I do for free for the right people, cheap for others. Airplanes...ya gotta pay me. I'm an IA that hopes to never do another annual. I should let it lapse. Strange industry, I steered my son in another direction, other AP/IA friends did, too.

[@peterhodgkins6985]

Love it! The new auction guy is gonna be impressed!

[@BobSakamoto]

You explained the problem early in the vid but then went on with thorough testing to prove what you already knew. You're a great teacher, those who may be a little sketchy on electrical repair gained a lot of knowledge from you doing that.

[@Tbobelak]

I taught Aerospace ground equipment classes back in the early 80S in the air force. And one of the first things I would tell my airmen was exactly what you said. IF you don't learn how It works, you surly can't fix it.

[@crlaw75]

A cup of green tea, South Main Auto video and a trip to Wilbert's. Can't get any better.

[@mikebuffing727]

Only If he stopped for ice cream at twin kiss.

[@stationaryenginesworldwide]

Thank you Eric for my evening entertainment. Knowing how to read a wiring diagram is crucial to ANY electrical diagnosis.

[@ph00z00]

This was great because of all the elements of auction car, electrical analysis, picker lot, and fix. Seems like an honest channel, and have added it to my regular car repair feed.

[@stevenbastian3882]

You won't be disappointed.

[@henrybucki7813]

love when we go to the junk yard. enjoy your repairs and comments love the scratching on the truck door at the junk yard.

[@paulbarrese6537]

I love when you explain diagrams like a professor and than shoot out words like jiggly bits! U da man!!

[@polygaryd]

"We're going raw dog.... no glasses" lmfao

[@tomwallace3103]

Always enjoy your troubleshooting. We learn a lot little things that save time and money. Commentary is a plus.

[@neilcook4710]

I work in a shop in WNY in a fancy-pants area so i work on a lot of euro trash. Recently had a window problem on a Mercedes, and between options fitted, date of production, and multiple modules involved, there was pages and pages of euro track diagrams to sift through. I love it when they keep it dead simple.

[@danlemke6407]

One way to get OEM. Thanks, Eric.

[@larryspetoskey]

When one of my mechanics would come to me and ask me for help with an electrical problem of any kind, the first question out of my mouth for them was did you look at a wiring schematic to see how it works. The answer was almost always no. My answer was always how can you fix something if you don't know how it works? You are so right when you say this. As the owner of the repair facility, this was very frustrating for me.

[@throttlebottle5906]

because schematics are foreign objects to them, not taught nor trained hardly at all for mechanics back then and way too long before they started force training it. that said, there no reason for so much overwhelming pile of junk electronics to be implemented in vehicles of anything of today. yes, I have my hands into just about everything and anything. construction, automotive, mechanical, electronics, computers and more (except politics/government, in which I do have heavy opinions about all the corruptness and clowns) if there was a huge red end the planet button in front of me tomorrow, I just may press it to save everyone the struggle, hate and discontent. but that would likely fail, due to being made cheaply and of total junk. 🤪

[@KStewart-th4sk]

I have no idea why any mechanic trying to fix an electrical problem wouldn't be looking at a schematic first or trying to find one? I realize many are weak in that area but to not look at all?

[@halbud]

@@throttlebottle5906 I'm sure it would be recycled chineesium crap metal!!! lol!

[@gailtaylor1636]

Heard way too many times "I ain't doing all that" when I suggested looking for info. Or like some cars, you remove the cowl panel to easily access the rear spark plugs. Nope. Not gonna waste all that time taking out 8 bolts and unplugging the wiper motor. Instead I'll spend an hour replacing those 3 spark plugs the hard way. It would take maybe 3 minutes to uncover them my way but NO!!! THAT'S TOO MUCH WORK! Falt rate has created it. Quickie parts changing is all most want to do.

[@MazichMusic]

I would have told him, WWED? What Would Eric Do

[@davidk7324]

Eric, you are a scholar and a gentleman.

[@randyirons1058]

I agree, learning schematics, both electrical and hydraulic is a tremendous help in diagnostics. They can be intimidating, but a little time learning the symbols and theory can be a powerful diagnostic tool

[@gregsly1247]

Another fun Wilbert's field trip, but no visit from Mrs O or Luna. 😢

[@wadeworkman7142]

No cat scan needed 😆

[@halbud]

Luna is one COOL CAT!!

[@jg6142]

I’m glad they tried you out! Hopefully you passed the sniff test.

[@DIYDaveOK]

Great as always, Eric. Thanks! Even a junkyard car is a fun trip!

[@remogaggi82]

Eric nice job with the color key in the margin to trace +/- makes it easy to follow

[@BigDaddy_MRI]

AMAZING! No CAN bus, no computer control, no low speed multiplexing, just some switches and wires! INCONCEIVABLE! (What movie is that from?) Sweet video, Mr. O!! Good ole logical troubleshooting! Thanks for taking us along to Wilber’s. Awesome! Take care and stay safe!

[@mcmobius1]

@@BigDaddy_MRI 1987 Princess Bride

[@johnpereira822]

Happy Friday Mr O gotta love junk auction cars

[@mikehart9839]

Always impressive, diagnose first instead of firing the parts cannon.

[@jlancaster7482]

We’ve been on several field trips to Wilbert’s I feel like we may need to sign a permission slip!! Thanks Mr. O!!

[@renereyes4999]

You can't imagine how much I enjoy your trips to Wilbert's!

[@Iambigus]

I love the trips to the wreckers to get parts. It made my day.

[@mikechiodetti4482]

Good diag, thanks to Wibert's(spelling) a functioning part, another great SMA repair!

[@rediz4rubes]

Sign on shop wall - "In case of fire, freak out and run like hell!" More words of wisdom from SMA :)

[@jaredjohnson4859]

I just love your junk yard adventures!

[@jimclifford1241]

That was awesome Eric. It's always mostly awesome, sometimes it's just really great, but this one was awesome. Thanks for being here.

[@salchristiano6606]

Love the mix of exacting detail and shortcuts learned from experience.

[@stanthurman9008]

Good job , SMA service guy . It’s Sunday August 18 , 12:25 pm in east Texas.

[@davidanderson2915]

It's always a joy to watch your videos Eric. I really like your sense of humor 😁

[@stevenberg1903]

Have to admit I always fast forward to Wilberts Pick and pull whenever I see it in the description😁 Love walking through Wilberts....

[@jamescaron6465]

I just took an advanced automotive diagnostic course online and basically the instructor said almost everything you did not quite word for word but close. I like crayons, I work for GM? That was priceless. At least GM will give you the box of 64 crayons. With Italian cars like you lucky if you get eight or maybe 16

[@stevenbastian3882]

Sorry, the crayons are out of stock and on back order.

[@jamescaron6465]

@@stevenbastian3882😂

[@rjb6327]

Love the field trips to Wilberts.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Based on the symptoms I would say Off hand the master Switch is the issue but nothing is the way it seems with vehicles 1:00 @South Main Auto Repair LLC

[@kracin]

"You can't fix somethin' if you don't know how it works!"...... Eric O for president.... a lot of politicians were never told this one simple trick!

[@danielturek7334]

Thanks!

[@pboston6RR]

It’s good to watch a master at his craft. 🎉. The advice about knowing your tools is sage. And always test your tester before testing the problem. 😅

[@sspnugen]

Always good when you make a trip to Wilberts

[@jimmcgroarty6163]

Great video, you did a great job explaining the battery and ground paths! Always enjoy your videos!

[@L8terdays]

Mr O was wide awake in class. Now he's teaching. Nice work.

[@Shododaan]

"You're no virgin baby I don't care what you tell me" OMG Eric you had me rolling I really needed a good laugh after this week. Take care and thanks for bringing us your wisdom and humor.

[@foxhead3]

Watching Eric O gives me confidence to do more diagnosis. Very well explained as always... Would love a power probe tutorial though... 🙂

[@davidsummers2616]

You’re a very well versed, intelligent mechanic I know at times you talk about. Do you want to get out of it sometimes because of whatever reason trust me from someone who wishes he could still do it when you stop doing it you’re gonna miss it like crazy so enjoy it for as long as you can. God bless you

[@benyunik9314]

Excellent as always. Common sense- testing- making the call.

[@KenSpock]

I’m thinking that new guy is glad he gave you”a try”. As always your videos are full of entertainment

[@philpartin8618]

Gotta hand it to you. You explain things so it's easy to understand. Outstanding. 👍

[@joedirinojr7165]

"Just remember viewers, If I can do it, you can do it." In reality and more truthfully, you have to do it because we can't do it. Quite honestly, I feel you're the best auto mechanic in the entire country. "Just remember viewers, If I can do it, you probably can't do it" THAT is much more accurate. We can only do it after you show us how. Watching you diagnose is addicting and fascinating!

[@KSAsche1]

Always looking forward to seeing Eric O’s videos. Thanks for continuing to upload great content, I definitely appreciate you.

[@donnyo639]

Yes, Tundra Time! Nice diagnose and repair. I thought the transmission on that Rouge would go before the window switch did.😆

[@brucejones2354]

With these transmissions a lot depends on how you drive it, and if you replace the trans oil every 30,000 miles....... or not !

[@johnware2735]

Great start to the day. Fresh coffee and SMA video.

[@1963rlh]

Good timing!!! My daughters bf has an old Acura RL that has trouble with one of the rear windows going up. I'm definitely testing this like you showed.

[@algorithm-w7o]

I absolutely have joy in my life. When you say pop pop, my pop pop has ben gone for meany years, but our memory never goes away. lol, thanks, pop pop.

[@lvsqcsl]

This is great! 2 videos in a row in which we got to go to Wilbert's! The only thing that would have made this better is if Eric had said, "Tundra Time" when he got in his truck. I had an idea when you said the driver's switch was bad we were going to Wilbert's. I am surprised the transmission is still moving this car around. This used car lot is wanting to "try you out" Eric? Gee, they could just watch some of your videos and know what kind of work you do; kinda like we do......GREAT VIDEO!

[@jeffsteger6910]

Eric, You're awesome. I love learning from your videos.

[@strongbow549]

Hey Eric, your method works for anything electronic. I have followed this style for a number of air conditioning chillers, fan blower units, UPS and humidifier systems. Learn how it works and what sets a fault code and you can fix anything. Awesome work dude.

[@jerrypete8670]

Wish you were located in Reno, Nevada. Use to have two auto repair shops that could be trusted but Covid did them in. Love your channel. Blessings to you and your family.

[@PhillipBailey]

Good diagnosis as always and fantastic explanation. I new from experience that it was going to be a failed normally closed contact in the master switch based on the symptoms and the fact that the same wires are used for both directions.

[@greggismyname]

Suffragette City,,, amazing how many lyrics you have shoved into your brain along with troubleshooting data. Always impressed!

[@davidrush8283]

Thank you for your time.

[@jatco84]

Great diagnosis once again Eric..and good find at the wreckers...Cool fix.

[@ronthepainter3313]

I just love watching the wheels turning behind the Gulf symbol on your hat.

[@Texasknowhow]

I had this same thing going on with a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (if I remember right)... was definitely confusing at first. The wiring diagram helped me a ton with the understanding. I've also had a problem where the wires come through the door jam in that flexible sleeve; getting broken in the there after a ton of door open/closing actions. The wire doesn't even look broken as it is broken within the wire's insulation; tricky...

[@freetolook3727]

When I was in the RV business, the dealership constantly sent us to service training from the manufacturers. One of the biggest repair issues is RV appliances. There is a wealth of information in the appliance manufacturing service books including wiring diagrams, troubleshooting diagnostics for circuit boards, and troubleshooting logic flow charts that take you through the whole startup and run cycle of how the appliances work. I made sure that they went home with me when I started off on my own!

[@kenyarbro5595]

Just wondering if you ever see something on a junker and say to yourself " I'm go to need that part later on something". Love watching your channel and drinking a cup of coffee in the morning. Take care and GOD Bless.

[@thomashanke6750]

Yeah, learned that the hard way. Everything goes into or through the driver's master switch, from the vehicles I've had.

[@Papa7557]

Thanks Eric for your diagnostic information. It’s very interesting and informative for me. Your technique has helped me fix’s problems that I normally wouldn’t have touched. Now I research the problem, find codes (if any are available ), then look for wiring diagrams and start troubleshooting. Thank you for all your knowledge that you freely share with us. 👍

[@daviddamico4288]

Great job Eric,always love seeing your videos….

[@MrHMFIC9604]

Love me some SMA!!

[@martyg3757]

Eric, I think you’re working on a Nissan Rogue not a Nissan Rouge, although it is a Rouge Nissan.

[@rick343]

Always my favorite, wiring problems, anything to do with electronics, it's been my weakest subject, it's aggravating when wiring diagrams aren't freely available, really enjoy these videos, Eric is fairly easy to follow, which helps to learn.

[@rrmech11]

Not all cars at the auction are junk But the cars at the auction are junk Priceless line. Your the best Dr. O

[@harrylister804]

Almost. Not all junk cars are at the auction, but all cars at the auction are junk. I know a used car guy and he loves rolling the dice at the auction. His mechanic has become an expert on Minis. He says the car might be a Mini but it's a giant nightmare.

[@mmi16]

Spent any number of hours looking for parts in junk yards - Wilberts is the most organized yard I have ever seen or heard of.

[@alansmith4734]

Years ago, my 1997 Honda Acord EX (new at the time) was hit on the right side. The wiring connector at the door & the frame was damaged, but not replaced by shop. The window worked sporadically. State Farm decertified the shop, and I traded in the car for a NEW Honda CR-V. If all else fails, jiggle the door wiring harness connector!

[@tonymonastiere8510]

I guess in this video, we have all been shown...that Mr. O is grounded! Nice diag, as always! 💯🗽🇺🇸

[@danielgeng2306]

With all that’s going on it’s so calming to come hang out with my man Eric O.

[@OldManBadly]

Given how expensive parts can be, and how difficult some can be to get, Wilberts is certainly a real benefit for your business and for your clients. Oh, and the talking is good. Learning theory of operation and logic is a good thing for everyone, it applies to all sorts of things in life. Even if you are never fixing a car, knowing how to figure it out isn't a bad thing at all. Keep up the good work!

[@mph5896]

Eric is on the clock (customers paying labor) when parts hunting occurs. If it takes an hour, that is $90 plus the cost of the used part. May or may not be beneficial. Or wing a Dorman part at it and 😂

[@OldManBadly]

@@mph5896 I agree, Eric ain't free and that is a good thing. However, in this case the dealer price for the part is about $300, with who knows the lead time to actually get it. So $90 of Eric's time is a good way to go, especially on a used car that the dealer is selling on. Equally good for your older car that maybe you want to get 1 or 2 more years out of. The used part is cheaper, and with a guy like Eric doing the part pulling, you are likely getting a decent part because he won't pull junk.

[@jamesferguson1054]

I learned the switch thing a long time ago, the hard way, but I learned and always remembered.

[@CycleGeezer-cq9lm]

You are the troubleshooting master! A little logic, some deductions and knowledge of following wiring diagrams. Easy peasy! Entertaining and informative as always. And, a trip to the salvage yard to boot. Can't go wrong with SMA!! 😅

[@rodneymiddleton9624]

Nice job as usual! Thanks Eric O!

[@bassiclymike]

Wiring is similar in my '01 Explorer Sport, all power runs through the driver's side switch. There were a couple times I was working on it or the driver's window, and noticed that when the switch was unplugged, the passenger's side window didn't work. Plugged the switch back in and it worked. So far haven't had to replace any switches, despite the vehicle being 23 years old. Most underhood components, except the alternator, are also original. Have always had good luck with my Fords.

[@danmoseley8547]

I sure wished your shop was closer, I’d gladly pay your fee to tell me what’s wrong with my 2019 Suburban!! Anyway, keep posting and I’ll keep watching!!

[@alanw9295]

Great explanation of window switches. I think you have a new used car customer.

[@louiscates6975]

Nice diag follow through on a super common problem.

[@Rollingcalamities]

I'm from the county started watching u for about half a year I wish I was closer id be going to u to get stuff done my mechanic I had was great but I think ur greater lol look forward to watching ur videos u must have a ton of money into ur tools very impressed with what u pull out to do some jobs love ur work keep making them a loyal fan n fellow Mainiac

[@abruptlyblunt]

that's why the driver door switch is called the master switch, if all the other switches didn't run through it then the window lock would never work......

[@rickwalling1148]

Always enjoy the Wilbert’s adventure

[@Ryansroga-wm6pj]

Nice work Mr. O

[@AnthonySmith-hr2kp]

Wooooooooooooo!!! Ya know its gonna be a good video, when your packin up and heading to Wibers!!! Thanks Mr O.

[@danleehill]

Eric you are the man

[@JohnSmith-eq5el]

Mr. O if you weren't turning a wrench for a living you would have made an excellent instructor...You have a way of explaining that cuts through the crap and makes things easier to understand love the videos!