Mechanics Don’t Want You to Know This

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Scotty Kilmer

Scotty Kilmer

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@scottykilmer
@scottykilmer Жыл бұрын
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@highbrass7563
@highbrass7563 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video Scotty!
@highbrass7563
@highbrass7563 Жыл бұрын
I have question for you about and old car!
@johnhouli3450
@johnhouli3450 Жыл бұрын
Thank you. Great information. Scotty since you don’t favor those Interstate what type do you favor? Thank you I truly love all your information on vehicles. Merry Christmas to you and your family. Houli
@UnknownUser-dr4gw
@UnknownUser-dr4gw Жыл бұрын
Scotty, where can I buy the battery and alternator check?
@tonymontana3742
@tonymontana3742 Жыл бұрын
Scotty, should I buy a 2021 4Runner former rental that is certified w/55k miles or a 2018 Lexus RX350 w/38k miles? The 4Runner seems way more useful.
@Mityob67
@Mityob67 Жыл бұрын
Battery, huh? A dishonest mechanic might've taken advantage of the owner because of their assessment, so thanks for being a stand-up man Scotty.
@troy9er
@troy9er Жыл бұрын
Scotty always tells it like it is. 😉 Been his sub for years and years Im also a shade tree mechanic also sold high end luxury cars for 20 years. Loved our service department and the guys that worked there! 😉
@jasonschubert6828
@jasonschubert6828 Жыл бұрын
This is exactly what I was thinking!
@michaelschwab9563
@michaelschwab9563 Жыл бұрын
Seen it a thousand times ☝🏻
@jimwavect
@jimwavect Жыл бұрын
Had the battery in my 2013 Altima replaced last week and noticed an immediate improvement in the performance of the transmission. I figured that during the time that power was disconnected, the transmission control module reset to the original specs.
@qtzt8278
@qtzt8278 Жыл бұрын
U r right 👍🏻 That's why we need to know at least basic things about our car.
@kerrybaral9241
@kerrybaral9241 Жыл бұрын
I had a check engine light. It has MAP error, high idle sensor error and others. Different check engine light every other day. Find out battery was corroded so bad, after I cleaned it’s alright. Right time Scotty!
@frankbiz
@frankbiz Жыл бұрын
Scotty's advice is always worth his weight in gold and then some. Thanks for your wisdom helping people every day!👍🏻
@chrishall2458
@chrishall2458 Жыл бұрын
I bought a Launch scan tool and it works great for me. Already paid for itself by keeping me out of the shop. Always appreciate your great content !
@maxwellcrazycat9204
@maxwellcrazycat9204 Жыл бұрын
How much was it? Where did you buy it from?
@bille199
@bille199 Жыл бұрын
Following and I'm interested too.
@golfnz34me
@golfnz34me Жыл бұрын
The first tool he uses to scan the car is a $5k-ish Thinktool Platinum S20, the 2nd he uses to reset it appears to be a Launch Millennium Max, couldn't find a price for it.
@bille199
@bille199 Жыл бұрын
@@golfnz34me if you find it pls post a link for us thanks
@MarcoSaldana
@MarcoSaldana Жыл бұрын
@@bille199 Scotty has made several videos where he uses a different scan tool to reset the codes. I remember one video about the alternator and battery where he said the same thing about insuring you reset something if you buy a new battery in a newer video. Is it just the (all) error codes on the computer or is there a specific code or error that must be rest to insure the alternator does not over charge a new battery?
@dessean1
@dessean1 Жыл бұрын
I have been watching & learning valuable car information from this guy for years now & it has served me well. Scotty is the guru of cars & he is so honest & forthcoming that he is the rose among thorns in his industry. Thanks for your honesty, integrity & sharing of knowledge, Scotty Kilmer. All the best in 2023.
@leerob342
@leerob342 Жыл бұрын
Scotty is one of those people that should live forever. Anyone who WANTS to continue to learn and grow and better themselves and who can admit they don't know everything should be given the choice to live forever. Forever mastering everything there is to "master".
@jonnyz5772
@jonnyz5772 Жыл бұрын
hell live on yt indefinitely 🙏
@leerob342
@leerob342 Жыл бұрын
@@jonnyz5772 Truth!
@TalhaFaruqui
@TalhaFaruqui Жыл бұрын
I have a Honda Accord too and the battery died within 3 years. When I went in to replace it, I saw the smaller battery on mine too. After doing some research, I found out you can actually put in a bigger battery (and the platform supports it too). I went with a bigger battery and am happy with it.
@iwrestleabeeonce
@iwrestleabeeonce Жыл бұрын
Literally having the same issue with my 2019 honda civic sport for the past month driving me up the wall! You're a life saver scotty!
@MineFullStop
@MineFullStop Жыл бұрын
What issue exactly because all Scotty was saying was to change the battery.
@iwrestleabeeonce
@iwrestleabeeonce Жыл бұрын
@@MineFullStop the jolt /shudder issue on hondas.
@anakinskywalker4113
@anakinskywalker4113 Жыл бұрын
This happens all the time in my shop. A lot of modern cars have problems caused by a weak battery. In any car that always the first thing I check before anything else because of the battery is dead it can screw up almost anything.
@johnmehaffey9953
@johnmehaffey9953 Жыл бұрын
I must say that scotty is so much happier since he left Houston the dual homestead stay is certainly agreeing with him, a happy scotty means we get plenty of good content
@samsonmcclendon1901
@samsonmcclendon1901 Жыл бұрын
Exactly I have a 2010 Dodge journey SXT bought it before I found this channel, the battery will make you think everything is wrong... Just replaced the battery and issues go away , bought a battery tester just because of Scotty 4 years ago and seems to be the culprit every time 290K and still my everyday driver...
@innergi5516
@innergi5516 Жыл бұрын
It would be a real blessing to be sit down with you & talk abt mechanical sht. Idk much anything abt cars, but I can listen to you talk engines all day. I learn so much from you. Thank you for teaching me everything. You're a God send.
@sjpbkj
@sjpbkj Жыл бұрын
A Honda transmission shudder at low speed or when shifting into overdrive is generally caused by worn out friction modifiers in the transmission fluid. Changing the fluid with a drain and fill of Honda DW-1 fluid typically eliminates the shudder. I have a 2004 Acura TSX and a 2011 Honda CRV. Both transmissions shuddered. A fluid drain and fill eliminated the shudder in both cars.
@CHAISOICY
@CHAISOICY Жыл бұрын
Yeah but for how long? I thought he said if your car is high mileage it’s a bad idea to change the transmission fluid??
@sjpbkj
@sjpbkj Жыл бұрын
@@CHAISOICY I have never completely changed the tranny fluid. This is not recommended by Honda. Simply drain the fluid by removing the drain plug. This will remove about 3.5 quarts of the 7.4 quarts in the tranny. I have carried out this procedure every 60K miles. The shudder tends to show up after about that many miles.
@sjpbkj
@sjpbkj Жыл бұрын
@@CHAISOICY BTW, each of my cars have been driven about 175K miles.
@905arbriggs
@905arbriggs Жыл бұрын
Drain and refill. Don't flush. That's when the problem starts
@nowhereman6945
@nowhereman6945 Жыл бұрын
@@CHAISOICY never ever flush tranny
@Makaya9s
@Makaya9s Жыл бұрын
My dad has a cheap scan tool, it isn't always very clear on explaining codes but it does reset and it certainly helps relieve the stress any warning light coming on brings.
@stevelazare
@stevelazare Жыл бұрын
Been watching your videos for a while. Very informative. You've been saying from time to time find a mechanic with a scan tool to do this or that. Easier said than done. Scotty you are an anomaly. Good honest mechanics are very hard to find. Keep doing what you do.
@joemyler2958
@joemyler2958 Жыл бұрын
I suggest picking up a good multimeter. If you charge a battery, and the battery reads under 9.6 volts the battery is bad. To check the condition of the alternator do the following: while the engine is running, place your multimeter leads on the battery terminals, if you see any voltage less than 14.6 volts, your alternator is bad. On the older cars you could pull off the battery terminals, and if the engine stopped, the alternator was bad. Might even want to purchase a digital voltage meter to install in your car. You can purchase one from Summit racing, Paws or even your local auto store. Just two wires to hook it up, and then find a convenient place to mount the gage. Then when you start your car, you will always know the condition of the battery.
@daved7024
@daved7024 Жыл бұрын
Interstate batteries are garbage. That's been my experience. Been running DEKA batteries for a few decades with zero issues.
@josephcushman454
@josephcushman454 Жыл бұрын
I've seen this alot of times , low voltage can cause screwy things to happen to cars made after 2000 . Hard on alternators too . Batteries are cheaper than alternators .
@greghilton7797
@greghilton7797 Жыл бұрын
Great video Scotty. 🎄 Merry Christmas
@shanemaddox5049
@shanemaddox5049 Жыл бұрын
Thank GOD for Scott, who expose the truth in auto repair and mechanics
@jajabinks92123
@jajabinks92123 Жыл бұрын
Civic's have small batteries. Honda Insight has even smaller $149+ ' motorcycle ' battery with very low cranking amps. Cold weather further lowers it's ability to start. The headlamps and radio on puts an immense drain on this dinky battery. Been stranded 10+ times needing a jump. Macgyvered an 18v Ryobi battery to jump it several times. Kept a spare battery to jump it.Low battery can also fail a smog test becoz the ECU and monitor sensors are not getting enough voltage. Be careful if your car is near smog due, and u disconnect the battery bcoz u will have to reset the drive cycle/ readiness monitors. Bought a $54 slightly bigger battery with way more cranking amps & was able to fit it in after removing the plastic battery tray. Question: is there a mid priced scan tool that can reset the drive cycle? Readiness monitors? Also I saw a YT vid where a mechanic shows that when u power on a Honda 1st on position, but don't turn on the ignition or start car...the check engine light on dash will light up for ~20 secs...it blinks OFF...means Drive Cycle monitors (sensors) are good to go. If after ~20 secs...check engine light blinks 5 times: Drive Cycle Readiness monitors not ready.
@steveeddy6876
@steveeddy6876 Жыл бұрын
Good point Scotty my old Auto shop teacher said on most Vehicles need a minimum of 10,5 volts to operate the accessories DC electrical stuff won't work right under that voltage!!!
@stevejones1318
@stevejones1318 Жыл бұрын
Modern cars need a lot more than 10.5v. They need at least 12.25v (which is 50% charged). Below 12v a battery is flat, and won't start or run a car.
@Fjord_Driver
@Fjord_Driver Жыл бұрын
I bought a blem Interstate for my F150 two years ago. After this weeks deep freeze and sub zero temperatures, it decided to stop working. My truck is outside all the time, not garaged. Removed the battery this morning, -11 degrees, and brought it inside. Once it is at room temp, I will put the charger on and see if it will come back to life. I have a 120v, 80 watt battery heater wrap that will be delivered next week that should help in early morning starts. I already have 2 oil pan heating pads on it that work well. Hoping it will make it the rest of the winter. If not, new battery time. My last Oreilly's Superstart battery never had issues starting on sub zero days. Stay away from Interstate blem batteries if you live in the arctic zone, or any blem discounted battery for that matter.
@renkhachatoorian302
@renkhachatoorian302 Жыл бұрын
Another reason not to think about automatic transmission. A bad battery will make it run incorrect.
@keonikaig9247
@keonikaig9247 Жыл бұрын
EXCELLENT... THANK YOU SCOTTY. 👍
@hockeyguy820
@hockeyguy820 Жыл бұрын
Scotty doesn't really understand the difference between voltage and current. If your alternator is working properly, a weak battery that can still start the car will make no difference once the engine is running. A weak battery will definitely not cause above normal alternator charging voltages. The output of the alternator is always voltage regulated. I have an electrical engineering degree.
@Jagshemasher
@Jagshemasher Жыл бұрын
Great video and Merry Christmas Scotty. Things that infuriate me - mechanics that don't reset codes when they have done their work should have their licenses revoked but I have had piss poor work done by "reputable" BMW dealerships. I recoomend to anyone who want to save $ - buy a $150-250 scan tool as it will at least point you in the right direction with respect to problem . . . I even have a very basic $50 scan tool that was adequate to diagnose a faulty crankshaft speed sensor on our 2007 VW Rabbit. . . .simple job to replace the part and the car now works fine. The money you can save by doing stuff yourself is significant. I don't think a lot of people realize how many issues can be caused on modern cars by a bad battery.
@jhead9065
@jhead9065 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Scotty for sharing your time and talent. I'm an older guy and appreciate the information especially when the weather is getting colder and batteries are not as strong in the winter. I usually take my wife's car a 2016 Hyundai to the dealer for service but I don't think they ever put a scan tool on it. They check the tires, brake pads and cabin filter and change the oil. Do you have a video about taking the vehicle to the dealer? What should we expect from a service checkup?
@fredsmith9236
@fredsmith9236 Жыл бұрын
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@melchororteza7694
@melchororteza7694 Жыл бұрын
non mais
@ByDesign333
@ByDesign333 Жыл бұрын
I like your hand and arm Communication-assist Scotty...built-in cardio never hurts!
@Idahoridge
@Idahoridge Жыл бұрын
Scotty I wish I had half your energy. Love it man. Great video.
@jamesbeckonwit1450
@jamesbeckonwit1450 Жыл бұрын
Scotty, I found that the Honda Accord ( I forget the year ? ) was ledgendary for ghost problems that had every engine symptom you could think of only once in a while but ran fine most of the time. Long story short... it turned out i discovered it was voltage drop through a 15 amp breaker on the feild coil of the alternator that was shareed with the fuel pump. Changing the fuse from 15 amp to 20 solved all the temperamental ghost problems at once permanently. I was getting relay fluttering from voltatge drop.
@daveanaru3038
@daveanaru3038 Жыл бұрын
Great work Scotty. The videos you upload are really good for us "down under" in New Zealand and Australia.... because many of the import cars we have here, are the same or similar to the cars you show in the USA.
@gazzafloss
@gazzafloss Жыл бұрын
... except they're upside down...
@TheSuperBoyProject
@TheSuperBoyProject Жыл бұрын
Greetings from up over
@De5O54
@De5O54 Жыл бұрын
@Dave Anaru - Get an older Ute. /smiles/ [‘Utility’] Have the best of the holidays, reading your post from Glasgow.
@br31woodlands69
@br31woodlands69 Жыл бұрын
Who would have thought Scotty is just about complaining. Love your channel. Thank you.
@curttenneson2852
@curttenneson2852 Жыл бұрын
Great Video Scottie, Thank you for your Honesty Sir!
@maxwellcrazycat9204
@maxwellcrazycat9204 Жыл бұрын
You are correct. A bad battery that cranked fine. Load tested fine. But it was weak. Caused the airbag light to illuminate when cold started. Wintertime. Found that the hard way. On a G6. New battery. No more airbag problems.
@tomhendricksen1805
@tomhendricksen1805 Жыл бұрын
A friend lost the pinion in her differential. It was howling when she took into her mechanic and gave him her warranty company information, which cost her $2400 for the year. They gave the insurance company the diagnosis and the company informed them, and my friend, that since the car was driveable when it came to the shop it was NOT broken, and not covered under her warranty. It cost her $2500 to repair the differential. I worked at a auto parts store and could have done it wth a complete differential for much less, bur she would not let me replace the entire rearend assembly.
@HoschtonBoy
@HoschtonBoy Жыл бұрын
Scotty , Warmest thoughts and best wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and family.
@Michael-tw6rt
@Michael-tw6rt Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Scotty! Watching your videos ALL THE TIME !!! My car is a 2010 BMW 535 xdrive. Runs perfectly (225000 km ) Which scan tool do you recommend ( for under $200}? Is this Launch any good ? I value your opinion! Hope you have time and will respond !!! Michael, Toronto
@starastronomer
@starastronomer Жыл бұрын
Scotty, just the movement of your hands charged the car 😳😛😉
@Phoenix_cataclysm_in_2040
@Phoenix_cataclysm_in_2040 Жыл бұрын
Who do you think generates tornadoes? 🌪 🤔
@ruxcooking
@ruxcooking Жыл бұрын
That's part of casting a reparation spell
@marktatum2592
@marktatum2592 Жыл бұрын
Scotty has the ability to power cities with his arms during blackouts
@joannfagen4457
@joannfagen4457 Жыл бұрын
Scotty, your videos are the best. We need you in Florida.
@williamrogers1903
@williamrogers1903 Жыл бұрын
Just love watching you, make me laugh every time and I learn something every time, your a great wealth of knowledge and gift to a blue collar guy that works on his own vehicles, and if have to go to shop I already have Scotty’s diagnosis
@jeffstevens156
@jeffstevens156 Жыл бұрын
Mr. Kilmer, I know You will save me money on one of these. I hope You are on here until they declare me unfit to drive. Not too long to wait for You. Thank You Sir! Happy New Year to You and Yours!
@RickyLitteral
@RickyLitteral Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas everybody
@sharonflowershondagirl8187
@sharonflowershondagirl8187 Жыл бұрын
Yes that is what happened to my 09 Honda Civic. My battery cables were loose and caused all kinds of crap!!! SO glad i discovered it because a mechanic wanted 400,00 and I was like na.... I'll look myself. It took a while, but i found them loose, and built up the posts, that was all it needed. A 5.00 post build kit.
@dave2160666
@dave2160666 Жыл бұрын
He's so correct. My battery was going bad... All kinds of wierd crap going on
@bbaaspencer1
@bbaaspencer1 Жыл бұрын
Make sure you plug in a memory saver when you change the battery or crazy things will happen on newer cars!
@andrecostermans7109
@andrecostermans7109 Жыл бұрын
After a while a lot of car-owners replace their battery ( when going bad) by some cheaper model . And this usually comes by a lower Ah , say original 500Ah replaced by a 400Ah ( saves you 50d) . After1-2 year most of these cars happens to have some ' electrical- electronic troubles' .
@AS-ev5lp
@AS-ev5lp Жыл бұрын
Scotty my uncle used to be a mechanic. He passed away. I asked him how did you get so good. And he said “I watch this cool American guy called scotty Kilmer. He loves Japanese cars too”
@disciple1381
@disciple1381 Жыл бұрын
I REMEMBER WHEN I HAD ISSUES WITH MY HONDA AND STUCK A TRUCK BATTERY IN IT IT WAS FINE. Put my own custom sound system in it and it included a second battery with a few other trinkets and that thing ran like a beast.
@ichosethishandle
@ichosethishandle Жыл бұрын
Engine, revved
@8731GC
@8731GC Жыл бұрын
💯🫡
@Phoenix_cataclysm_in_2040
@Phoenix_cataclysm_in_2040 Жыл бұрын
Ah! But have you revved up helicopter arms?
@bottmar1
@bottmar1 Жыл бұрын
I sure don't have to deal with any of this complicated stuff on any of my collector cars. I recently had one battery last me 19 years in my Chevy Luv pickup. My Melroe Bobcat has a 15 year old battery and still going. No exspensive tester needed to tell me when a battery is needed. Luckily there are enough suckers who trade their old good carbureted vehicles in for me to buy so I can live a peaceful cheaper life of driving with simpler maintenance.
@rachelrohrer8976
@rachelrohrer8976 Жыл бұрын
My cousin used to tease me because my 1992 civic battery was the same one he used in his lawn mower!
@baltazargonzalez5993
@baltazargonzalez5993 Жыл бұрын
Great diagnostic I appreciate that
@lyimoej7198
@lyimoej7198 Жыл бұрын
Small batteries is a trend to almost most of small and medium size japanese cars. In Tanzania Africa we buy a lot of used japanese cars with small batteries
@Kinglucero2021
@Kinglucero2021 Жыл бұрын
Appreciate u letting us know who doesnt want us to know so we know who to look for .
@jackcurtis4906
@jackcurtis4906 Жыл бұрын
All brand batteries are made in just a few plants...when I worked at WM Tire & Lube we got mis labelled batteries all the time...
@keithleder8971
@keithleder8971 Жыл бұрын
The very last "good" interstate battery that I saw was in my dad's pickup truck.....and it was 10 years old. All the interstate batteries I've ever owned only lasted about 3 to 4 years. I stated buying other brands, cause I was tired of paying for an over priced battery that didn't last.
@jamesdspaderf2883
@jamesdspaderf2883 Жыл бұрын
I had hoped Scotty would recommend a brand. Batteries seem to have a 2-3 year life expectancy these days.
@tysoncross1120
@tysoncross1120 Жыл бұрын
I guess it's case by case...I've had two interstate lead-acid & an AGM battery...using the AGM now, but both lead-acids lasted 8yrs...& that's w/in the past 10yrs...but I also know how to take care of a vehicles electrical system, starting w/the simple "registration" which is necessary to tell the vehicles ecm/ibs to not overcharge a new battery(which will shorten the lifespan)...the only reason I'll leave interstate, will be when I get a new vehicle, and start using lithium ion...but for now, they've been great; & at 200 ea, I've gotten my money's worth.
@jessewynne8193
@jessewynne8193 Жыл бұрын
I know in my 2013 Honda fit When I was on the highway it failed to go into 5th automatic gear and I didn’t notice any drive issue at the time beside the Drive light (D) was flashing which then I noticed the tack was a 4k rpm should’ve been at 2 1/2 at 70mph I got home unplugged the battery and connected it and the D lite never flashed again. But according to Honda if there’s any transmission issues it will throw a check engine on and D light to flash continuously.
@GreatEscapesImages
@GreatEscapesImages Жыл бұрын
i wish i had even half of your energy!!!
@paulblack2402
@paulblack2402 Жыл бұрын
Great videos Scotty. Always interesting stuff. Thanks.
@sinjin90ful
@sinjin90ful Жыл бұрын
People knock on all the computers but when you see them scan tools in action is pretty awesome.
@Fogel1998
@Fogel1998 Жыл бұрын
Good evening from Sweden Scotty!🇸🇪
@lucianracu9975
@lucianracu9975 Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to you and your family thanks for all you do for us..
@John-ob7dh
@John-ob7dh Жыл бұрын
I have one I use in the UK it plugs in the USB socket normally found in the glove box in the car. Been great for resetting .it was cheap.
@maddogg1978peru
@maddogg1978peru Жыл бұрын
Great job, Scotty! My Honda civic is having trouble starting. No dashboard nor engine lights are on and starter was checked and no issues. The EGR was cleaned and a valve adjustment was performed and car is still having issues. First thing in the morning it turns on but then throughout the day is when the it starts not turning on at the first try. I also smell exhaust when I turn on the car, and it seems to be more of an issue when the gas is at, or below mid-way; when full, or near full it seems to turn on with no issue. Can anyone think what else the issue may be? I've taken the car to two mechanics with no answers. Many Thanks, and Merry Christmas.
@arturohernandez2775
@arturohernandez2775 Жыл бұрын
Fuel pump may be the issue, pressure regulator......maybe an intermitent problem with the crank sensor
@josephshehan4969
@josephshehan4969 Жыл бұрын
Hi joe here have your map sensor checked ?? it could also be a fuel sensor??🤗😏
@dalebronniman9060
@dalebronniman9060 Жыл бұрын
Scotty,the reason you are so popular is there are no legitimate mechanics that do legitimate work. The book says job x is 3 hours and that is what is paid. They all want to cut corners to do that job in 2 hours. But the killer is even if they got schooled and got their sheepskin they didn't really comprehend and that on top of pressed for time equals a job done incorrectly. There are no competent mechanics because of that and that by the time they can hang that sheepskin,they are outdated by new technology. Besides,a job done correctly takes pride in your work and that don't jive with the rip off and so what attitude instilled in today's young,up and coming professionals. It's been made a throw away system. Your the last and best of a dead system and my hat is off to you for showing what you know to the few that care about what they dish up for their customers.
@TonyMontana-tm7ul
@TonyMontana-tm7ul Жыл бұрын
Scottie is a million miles mechanic and still going, lol good stuff!
@davidgriffin4401
@davidgriffin4401 Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas, Scotty
@wwall57
@wwall57 Жыл бұрын
My 2012 Honda Accord is the same way, every time Id crank it it acted like the battery was going , so my Honda dealer replaced it 2 months ago, now with the cold weather its acting like it was before with slow cranking, its also a small battery. Thanks for your videos!
@markthomas4083
@markthomas4083 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Mr Scottie!
@CTR211
@CTR211 Жыл бұрын
This might be the problem with my car!!! Thanks Scotty
@PanSlayah
@PanSlayah Жыл бұрын
I've replaced a lot of batteries in the winter. Low cold cranking amps, low voltage, battery tester saying the battery failed replace. Until i took one to Advance Auto under warranty and they decided to deep charge it before honoring the warranty. Then the battery passed and worked fine. Didnt need to replace it. After that. I got a home charger and every winter, if I'm not driving regularly I hook up the battery charger and haven't had to buy another battery.
@dewittcorley4630
@dewittcorley4630 Жыл бұрын
Best mechanic ever
@kellyspann9845
@kellyspann9845 Жыл бұрын
You are a good man Scotty !!!!!!
@jeffreyhill3960
@jeffreyhill3960 Жыл бұрын
Scotty, be careful with your strings for your hoodie was very close to the belts when you bent over order the hood….you were more concerned with the cameras shot……
@bassingbasics6621
@bassingbasics6621 Жыл бұрын
We love you Scotty ‼️
@brucewestoby
@brucewestoby Жыл бұрын
Yeah but when you disconnect the battery to replace it ...the computer goes blank....the you have to drive maybe 100 miles so all the information codes are in the computer...maybe hook up a second battery with test clips while changing the primary battery...
@jzflmr6089
@jzflmr6089 Жыл бұрын
In the dealer they would prob. change the trany and the battery to charge couple of thousands
@JustAGuyYaKnow42
@JustAGuyYaKnow42 Жыл бұрын
The problem my 2 civics ('92 & '94) had were that the mufflers heat shield would rattle horribly when accelerating.
@jayhockley8841
@jayhockley8841 Жыл бұрын
Those thin aluminum heat shields will break loose near the bolts that hold them on . Buy a couple of large stainless steel aircraft type clamps and wrap them around the Catalytic converter and heat shield and re-secure them and youll be all set .
@LA_Commander
@LA_Commander Жыл бұрын
I remember test driving a Honda Fit and I could not believe how tiny the battery was! It actually looked like a motorcycle battery from a Harley. But then again, Honda started as a motorcycle company.
@mikekokomomike
@mikekokomomike Жыл бұрын
I have a Fit, and to compound the problem, the alternator is controlled by the computer, not a simple voltage regulator so it runs off the battery as much as it can to reduce load on the engine and thusly save gas.
@LA_Commander
@LA_Commander Жыл бұрын
@@mikekokomomike Oh wow, didn't know that. I ended up not buying the car because it was a used car and it was in bad shape. Although brand new it was probably a nice car. My father had a GM station wagon from 1981 with the 305 V8 in it and it had an alternator that would shut off as well and run intermittently just to save fuel economy. Needless to say, it would not properly charge the battery and every time he would stop after driving for several hours the car would not start again. It was really bad. My dad ended up selling the car after like 4 months. The only time he ever did that. Also the only time he ever bought a GM vehicle and would never do so again.
@mikekokomomike
@mikekokomomike Жыл бұрын
@@LA_Commander I have a little digital voltmeter plugged in cigarette lighter on the Fit, it comes on with the key turned, I see it drops to close to 12 volts running, which isn't charging, but if I turn on the blower the load fires up alternator and voltage goes up to around 14 where it is charging.
@dave2160666
@dave2160666 Жыл бұрын
He's SO CORRECT,if your power gauge is always charging high it's not a good alternator, it's the battery
@stevew1851
@stevew1851 Жыл бұрын
Complicated, complicated, Yeah, the complicated computer is the problem. Say,..No More.
@anthmend
@anthmend Жыл бұрын
A few weeks ago I jumped started someone in 2018 Honda accord Outside a Chick-fil-A in Goodyear Arizona the battery inside of it was about the size of a Samsung Galaxy tab A it was tiny I told them to Maybe ditch led acid batteries and get an AGM battery because that battery is stupid tiny and if you've got electronics plugged in to the vehicle charging off of the battery while you're driving or out and about I can see it dying while he's going in a Chick-fil-A to get his food I jumped there battery let them go on his way and told him to look into it.
@davidnewman6722
@davidnewman6722 Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to you and your family Scotty. All the best for 2023
@beefybuttercup2978
@beefybuttercup2978 Жыл бұрын
Toyota Matrix Battery was Also Small, the camera didn't sit still enough to notice, Thanks Scotty
@agunslinger9349
@agunslinger9349 Жыл бұрын
Which battery/alternator/electrical scan tool is he using? Good content as always.
@pduffy83usa
@pduffy83usa Жыл бұрын
Very informative video!!
@audiophileman7047
@audiophileman7047 Жыл бұрын
In a delusional world, it's refreshing to hear the reality of automotive vehicle repair. Too bad politicians aren't this easy to fix.
@sharonflowershondagirl8187
@sharonflowershondagirl8187 Жыл бұрын
I miss TENNESSEE !!! Beautiful Country
@azwb
@azwb Жыл бұрын
Scottsdale, do yourself a favor... cut those Hoody strings off. They looked like they were going to tangle when you dipped in to take a look at the engine.
@traytonburnett7193
@traytonburnett7193 Жыл бұрын
Is a blue driver a good scan tool?
@007xrico
@007xrico Жыл бұрын
What kind of scanner is that you using?
@2500grit
@2500grit Жыл бұрын
Just because the battery starts the car doesn’t mean it’s good is great advice
@ThomasWBaldwin
@ThomasWBaldwin Жыл бұрын
Diehard Reds. I have a few new ones down stairs waiting. Diehard "Silver" in the cars. Never had an issue.
@scottcarter3392
@scottcarter3392 Жыл бұрын
Thanks to You Scotty I just bought My granddaughter a 2023 Toyota corolla. The new bigger interior and motor ++.
@ericksonsails
@ericksonsails Жыл бұрын
How generous Grandpa! She must be an amazing girl.
@ricardoavelar1803
@ricardoavelar1803 Жыл бұрын
My Toyota Tacoma had tranny problems. Wouldn’t shift outta 1st and would occasionally slip. That’s why I traded it in for a Honda.
@fleming1124
@fleming1124 Жыл бұрын
I’ve been a fan of Interstate Battery for over 30 years. I’ll stick with them.
@toddandersen5742
@toddandersen5742 Жыл бұрын
Scotty K saves the day, as usual....👍
@Bassmaster1256
@Bassmaster1256 Жыл бұрын
Interstate batteries SUCK.
@EddieLeal
@EddieLeal Жыл бұрын
Seems that there are quite a few vehicles with troublesome transmissions right out of the factory. Cars bought at the dealership are brought right back within a short time for warranty work. Meanwhile consumer is stuck paying for a car they cant use. 🤷🏻‍♂
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