No Crank Diagnosis Fundamentals (starter testing)

[@ScannerDanner]

One of my favorite tools, the uActivate, you can find on the tools page of my website here: www.scannerdanner.com/diagnostic-tools.html

[@Iroc_twan]

Its sold out

[@ScannerDanner]

@@Iroc_twan they will be making more, there is a waiting list for good reason! It is that valuable of a tool

[@michaelpearce8661]

@@ScannerDanner my friend has a dodge van where the starter just clicked and thought he had a bad starter. Changes the starter and had the same results of just clicking. He the takes off air cleaner and looking over the wiring he doesn't see anything wrong and puts the air cleaner back on. He then turns the key and the starter kicks in and his engine starts. He is very happy until his motor stops and doesn't stay running.

[@PackardBelltoll]

Where does a technician get those diagrams off the scan tools ?Which scan tools have these schematics on electrical ? I see alot youtube and techs showing them. I know about all data but thats a sub deal.

[@ScannerDanner]

@@PackardBelltoll The wiring diagrams and service information I use is a program called ShopKey (Mitchell) and is about $160 a month to gain access to it. There is a DIY version of this program where you can buy access to individual cars for $20 and you'll have access to the same service info and diagrams that I use. Here is the link to the DIY version eautorepair.adtrk.biz/?a=10817&c=24&p=r&s1=

[@robertmedina6875]

YOU ARE NOT OVER CHARGING !! YOU ARE SMART AS A WHIP!!! SMART FOR SURE!! I LUV THE CHANNEL! I WISH I would have had a dad like you when I was growing up.

[@nateb.1568]

I love how you revisit topics you have already covered in previous videos! New scenarios provide invaluable tips and information!

[@damianbierman2235]

yes it’s awesome how he always revisits fundamentals, always has more to add, wand with good coverage of the overall basics of the subject.

[@luiscastellanos1506]

Scanner danner is the smartest automotive technician ive ever seen 💯

[@themechanic6117]

Starters can go bad from one second to the next. Don't know why they doubted you . saying it drove in is not a valid point to defend a good starter .great work as always

[@rontiemens2553]

It is the same as what many customers experience. Car drove them to the grocery store just fine, and then when they came out 15 minutes later with their groceries, to crank it up and go home, NOTHING! Just ask ScannerDannerMom!

[@8953147]

That was a great lesson on quickly finding the problem with confidence, especially when Pete second guested you. The tests don't lie!!

[@michaelpatosa]

As a Tech, I learned from the Best. Will never stop learning from SD!

[@ScannerDanner]

Thanks Mikey!

[@chrisnathnael4077]

Watched this to the end❤ just coz of you and your mom’s preciousness, even tho my car issue was something else! Blessings to you and your moms, proper sweet how proud she is of you and how you treat her! Reminded me and my mom whenever am home and I fix anything😂❤

[@ScannerDanner]

Thank you brother. I love my mom

[@truth4reel]

Don't worry about KZbinrs cuz you are a really good guy and it shows in your videos. Nobody can fake that long bro. Keep your head high and keep on sharing knowledge, that's a noble act.

[@nickmayo2974]

Thank you for championing this issue on separate diagnostic fee for separate problems. As a dealer tech, I have heard too many times "Ever since". No cranks are especially problematic with customers because if it doesn't crank(as you obviously know), you have no idea of health of the engine. I think anyone calling you a crook is way off base and clearly doesn't regularly watch your informative videos that you put up on youtube for FREE.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

I find they people that have complaints never have their own content, and probably have never worked on whatever your video is about. But you can be sure they like to get paid for every hour they put into their job, no matter what it is, especially if they go into overtime or have to work a holiday. Thanks for your great video content!

[@danielesilvaggi]

Confidence comes with experience, we all wish we have. You give us hope. Love the videos bro.

[@steveguest8028]

Great vid Paul,I never thought of checking ground to ground using a test light before but as usual I’ve learn something new from you...Thank you 👍

[@pedrodelasancha516]

You are a great man and an awesome instructor. Whatever you charge (if you do so) is none of the wonderful youtubers' business. I for one thing appreciate you sharing the knowledge to some extend. I know a guy here in my area (NC) who charges $125 per hour per diagnostic. Sooo if people complain about you charging something they should take their cars to a dealer or franchise shop where they will get billed for just popping the hood. Ask me how I know. 👍🏼

[@billyyoder8171]

Thank you Paul and Caleb. Good job. Have a blessed and safe week.

[@peacefrog0521]

Love the old-time Steelers sign on the wall!

[@tommymarkham4202]

You are the reason that I bought the uActivate tool Paul, and many other tools as far as that goes. It is an awesome tool and I use it often. I watched the video of you diagnosing a problem on your brother's car in Clinton NY, my shop is not too far north of there, we would love you to stop in next time you are up! Cheers! And thank you for all that you do.

[@ScannerDanner]

That would be awesome! He is actually coming to Pittsburgh next week. What is the name of your garage so I can put it on my radar?

[@tommymarkham4202]

@@ScannerDanner MARKHAM'S AUTOMOTIVE, constableville, NY. I do have a facebook page for the shop, you can check that out if you would like. I'm about a 40 min drive north of Clinton, I'll supply beer, food and gas $. LOL! I am subscribed to your website, I have your book, and I have been watching your stuff for years. Honestly, you are the reason that I changed my whole diagnostic approach and having you stop in to my shop would be an honor of a lifetime! The door is always open and you are welcome to contact me anytime, thank you again for all that you do!

[@ScannerDanner]

I'll have to let me brother know about your shop! That is a little far but to be able to take his car to someone we can trust would be awesome! He has a different last name than me though (same mom, different dads) Hit me up on FaceBook so I can save your info

[@CubasAutomotive]

Just basic testing. But so many technicians fail here. Awesome vid Paul!👍😊🤗

[@ScannerDanner]

Thanks Cuba! You going to Super Saturday in PA?

[@CubasAutomotive]

@@ScannerDanner of course! I'm only 15 -20 mns aways. I can't not go! Lol. I've been helping with coordinating here & there too.

[@ScannerDanner]

Awesome! See you there

[@shannonmunger4723]

Hey Paul. Thank you. And thank your mother. ! Give her a big hug ( normal one). I've recently learned JUST how Important they are ? Were*.

[@TheOffroader7458]

At the end of the day you have put time and money into your trade. If you fix a fault that a garage can't fix they are paying for your years of experience, time and travel costs. If you fix one fault ,and have to return for more work then you should charge . It would cost that garage more in parts trying to fix the fault then your time. In the uk most garages would charge £50 pounds or more just to do a diagnostic scan. Keep up the good work Paul your worth your weight in gold shawn uk tec

[@ScannerDanner]

Danner is my last name :-) First name is Paul but thank you my friend!

[@rubendherrera7194]

realmente estoy agradecido y siempre que me doy tiempo para mirar sus videos aprovecho y al mismo tiempo estoy realmente aprendiendo por primera vez como no ser un cambia partes y aprendiendo ingles so im realy learning how to be a real auto technician and learning, english thank you mr danner God bless you .hope see you soon at you premium chanel

[@zeke112964]

If they don't like being charged the fees let em take it somewhere else or diagnose it themselves......Time is money!!!

[@ScannerDanner]

for sure, just wanted my community to know and customers for that matter, that the intermittent no start (cranks normal) after the repair of the starter would be a separate fee

[@chuysanchez4870]

It's so true you need to have good confidence .good job teacher.👍

[@steveguest8028]

ScannerDanner Thing is Paul customers sometimes don’t understand that the two problems are nothing to do with each other or the repair that you have done has “caused”another issue and all this stems from their lack of understanding on how a vehicle works

[@ScannerDanner]

For sure and this is where customer communication is critical. Also being a man of integrity and people know it helps too. And if you have those in order and a customer gives you crap about it, you simple don't need that customer anymore.

[@jasongordon7186]

❤

[@mostlymoparih5682]

Final check, gotta make sure the starter has a good ground. I watched one of your videos to trouble shoot a no crank problem and from your video I determined that I needed a new starter but and that's a big butt, I did not do the final check. I got a new starter and got under the van to remove the starter and wa la. One of the bolts holding the starter in had a stud off it that the ground connected to and that nut holding the ground wire was loose. Another great video by the dynamic duo. Way to go Batman and .... oops I mean Professor and Caleb.

[@SmittySmithsonite]

I've lost count of how many times I've heard, "But it can't be that - it's NEW!", with all the new part failures that happen these days. Sort of the same thought here - may have just been a coincidence that this starter was at the end of its life, and its very last crank was to move the car into the shop for the engine swap. The way things are made today, you're lucky to get a year out of a new starter sometimes. Funny, usually the same people who complain about an hour's worth of labor are the ones that'll spend $8 for a stupid coffee 7 days a week at the local yuppie hipster coffee shop, 2-3x a day. Most people just don't understand the systems on modern cars - they're basing their thoughts on something they heard from, or has been passed around from a mechanic 35 or more years ago. The 1996 model year changed EVERYTHING. Great stuff as always, brother Paul! That uActivate tool is on the long list of things I need. I just went and bought a paramotor, so the funds have been depleted for the moment. Had to take care of the mental health first, lol. :D Lookout! Smitty's a pilot now! :D :D

[@JOHNPHUFNAGEL]

I just did a voltage drop test for a bad engine ground in a parking lot of a gas station the owner of the truck was fascinated with that test. He was really stoked when I took his jumper cables from battery ground to engine block and the truck fired up! I looked for the engine grounds and someone used house wire for the engine ground and it was all melted and corroded!

[@lindareinen4361]

I love your videos! Easy to understand and very knowledgeable! (Female farm girl, that loves to fix vehicles!)

[@rochestertommy9995]

Confidence in Testing methods

[@nicknicu1787]

Another great " No crank " diagnosis from Paul Danner! Thank you Paul! 👍

[@MrFreddywise1]

love your comment about the " armchair Mechanics " way i see it Paul people aren't paying you for your Ability an Diagnostic skill set, their paying you for your Experience in being able to Diagnose why their car isn't working!! ... they can take their car to other Mechanics ( where most would just replace the starter motor, at the customers expense an still not solve the problem, ) where to me you take the time to check the wiring, wiring harnesses, connections, fuses, computer, tcm, pcm, etc before saying its a starter motor, an to me that.s where your experience comes into play, knowing where to start, what to check fist, an being able to Diagnose the problem, the fact that car has a separate issue is as you said an added Diag Fee, great work as always my friend cheers ...

[@alexlongpre4527]

Top material as usual. Even on the free channel.

[@zbynekm2918]

Excellent job Paul, I love your test light...

[@kingbolen_official]

Basic testing is best important for everyone

[@ivandrago2557]

It is good to hear Pete

[@jameswasher3938]

Solid troubleshooting Paul. Well done.

[@SavageThrifter]

Scanner Danner AKA sherlock holmes! That took you like 15 minutes to figure out. Impressive 😎

[@66crush9]

What percentage of techs out there can troubleshoot as good as Scanner Danner? I just have not seen it personally. That's why I watch this channel as a DIY... another great video with so much to learn from it!

[@colestowing8695]

This was a fairly simple one, but it's still always a pleasure to watch the process. 👍

[@ScannerDanner]

Thank you Coles

[@colestowing8695]

@@ScannerDanner 😁It's Cole, but you got it brother. I have huge respect for you and what you do on here...and in your life.👍

[@ScannerDanner]

Lol sorry Cole! Thank you brother

[@MrGixxer11]

As a long time Chrysler tech I have seen that happen hundreds of times. Starters have tendency to go bad in a heartbeat. Why was the engine replaced? How many miles on it. Was that the original starter? Those are the kind of questions I would ask. A great channel Scanner Danner. I'm a new subscriber and the more I watch your videos the more I like the way you teach. After all these years turning wrenches I don't mind telling anybody I'm still learning. Don't worry about the naysayers, keep up the good work, folk like me really get kick out of it. Thanks a lot. 😎🤜🤛

[@ScannerDanner]

Thank you so much!

[@tankabbot22]

I need to get that tool! Yo Pete! Why you questioning the man, the myth, the legend! Paul Danner is the automotive whisperer! Then again, Pete looks like a bad ass!! Love you guys!

[@weldingjunkie]

tankabbot22 it’s on serve back order with no ETA I love mine

[@tankabbot22]

Thanks bro.

[@cincomorales]

Great video as always! I did fix a bmw 5 series after fixing the the valve steam seals the car will not crank only the light would light up in the dash ! Turns out to be , the only one ground wire that it had was pull off when I jack up the engine, it took me. A Week to find it , I was very frustrated but I did find it , Bmws have very poor ground wires I’m sure that’s the source of many bmw problems! Take care danner your videos are so inspiring God bless you

[@MasterChief-sl9ro]

You have not lived till you tell the customer on them BMW labor is $150.00 to replace that starter. As you have to take the Intake off. It's mounted on top of the Engine. In the rear under it..

[@cincomorales]

Master Chief 00117 I’ve done Bmw starters on Bmws I yes I lived that last Bmw starter I charged $550 with the starter and labor ! Keep it up and God bless you too brother in Christ

[@weldingjunkie]

Thanks guys for sharing this was a good one looking foward to the other videos you’re editing. I’m with you, we are no non profits we need to charge for our time and diag... Jay

[@mattbickford2640]

23:02 they put the new engine in (with its own set of problems), if they want the new engine fixed, then they can pay you to fix it(with all the training and expertise), otherwise, i would be happy to pull this thing up front and send you on your way so that they can spend all day trying to figure it out themselves:) i know the dealership i work for has 2 types of a/c diagnosis and you need to watch what your doing, if its an electrical issue, thats 1 diagnosis, if its low on charge, thats another diagnosis, and sometimes i need to collect on 2 different diagnosis to figure out whats wrong with your a/c(im sure im gonna get a lot of crap for saying this online) edit: thanks again for the great content! really appreciate the point of "be sure in your diagnosis", really cool to see you and Caleb doing this together again!

[@ScannerDanner]

Thanks man, it is awesome to work with my son in this way

[@29auto30]

Thanks for the video,its funny how when people take there car to a small shop they expect a small bill,but when they go to a dealer and pay $200 to get a fuse put in thats ok.

[@dcomputers]

Its crazy .

[@radman999]

I always laugh when people assume the dealership costs more. We only charge $89 for most basic diagnostics and I can usually solve most issues in that time. It is usually the aftermarket shops that hose the customer after parts chucking and screwups.

[@simclardy1]

@@radman999 it's because sometimes you get a quote for a $1000 for a part and you go to napa and buy it for 300. I recently needed a seat for my ford e250 and they sold the cover and cushion separate. The cover was over 300. Same thing happens with my bobcat. I replaced a txv for $70 bobcat wanted 250+.

[@radman999]

@@simclardy1 Maybe if you own 80s cars. Most of the aftermarket parts I see are total substandard shit that cause more problems than the old ones.

[@steveguest8028]

KWP That’s so true,some pattern parts are truly shocking and hadn’t ought to be allowed to be sold especially electrical stuff like 02 sensors and aftermarket catalytic converters

[@markferraro5250]

great video SD and a thumbs up to the guys that installed that engine V-6 chrysler sebrings shoehorn fit

[@mohammedmoaiti4190]

wow! , really it was a great professional diagnosis. Thank you so much bro

[@4077661466jp]

Omg brother as much as i love your video's with the wealth of information and procedures given, if i actually could afford some of the high tech fancy tools you have an arsenal of i dont think id be watching these video's if had knowledge on the meaning from results given from high tech tool, im still in the old school era of test light and ohm meter, though must admit i do own injector pulse testing kit and short to ground locator, still crums c compared to your equipment hell dont see majority of mechanic shops with gadgets you have 😅 love videos thankyou for sharing your wisdom very helpful as problem will be crossed sooner or later 🫡

[@marcusmarine4144]

The wonders of your knowledge👍🤓thank you for sharing that knowledge👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🤓

[@JOHNNYCARROLL-f9e]

great vidio scanner guy.every thing you are doing makes sense.good job.learned alot.peace brother.

[@evergonzalez1826]

I always learn something from u videos. Thanks man ur the best..

[@jakeandrus690]

Thanks for the lesson Paul

[@spelunkerd]

Dang, I wish I hadn't read the comments. I like to follow along and then pause to consider what I'd do next. A hint in the remarks tilts the whole table.

[@arcadiogalindez6407]

Yup I agree with you it is a separate issue separate charge ..

[@patrickl6866]

Another informative video, thanks. you are my top video producer on youtube, thanks for that. I was surprised to hear you say that the uActivate tool was your favorite tool. I wold have guessed it was 2nd in line to the "test light". (my wife hears me watching your videos and she always asks if you pulled out your test light yet). Thankfully you pulled out both tools in this video so jealously among your tool family was squelched. Re: the question of how the uActivate functions under certain test conditions which you encountered, I have had similar experiences with mine where it didn't quite show the lights I expected it to and later figured out it is how it is designed. Given that, it wold be great if you did a dedicated video on the use of the uActivate tool and some of its quirks and nuances. I have searched the internet and couldn't find a comprehensive video that satisfied the need Please keep up the great work that benefits so many of us

[@ScannerDanner]

haha nice, super funny to hear the wife's comment. As for the comprehensive review of this tool. Great idea! I feel like I finally understand all of the functions of it lol. I definitely need to do this.

[@mikechiodetti6737]

Nice step by step testing. Good Job!

[@husaberg4]

love your stuff ! taught me today that one earth rtn "ground " as you yanks call it :)

[@777firstlovedme]

Never mind. Didn't realize you had already put it in the description.

[@ComicalCowboy1911]

Another awesome video in proper diagnostics for common problems! Love watching you sir! I will say however for this video..........I thought for a FACT you were on the wrong relay at first from looking at the inside of that box LOL!

[@ComicalCowboy1911]

Ahh I just figured out why I was confused. During the shot where you're pulling the relay I thought you were in front of the car, not at the driver side fender lol! I feel like an idiot now haha!

[@ScannerDanner]

@@ComicalCowboy1911 haha no problem my friend

[@keivanabdollahpour8737]

Well, that's kind of the case that I had with my 2009 Subaru Forester. I had a code and check engine light, checking everything but the new part I changed a week ago. Finally, the new part came out to be faulty and replacing it solved the problem. The cause for that anyway, some gunk into the plug after washing the engine with pressure washer making intermittent contact, and cooking the sensor itself all of a sudden. You're right, stories being told are great to listen to, but shouldn't necessary be our decision to make. You don't know what happened along the way swapping the engine.

[@193baddegg]

Excellent video. Good point on being confident on your diagnosis

[@hectorlebron3109]

Awesome Scanner Danner

[@JoseRamirez-em7zp]

Wow excellent video I did not know that ground to ground test

[@ScannerDanner]

the key is to see a bad one, then it makes sense

[@stevenhzoll7057]

I wish I had a nickle for every time some one would describe the symptoms , I would tell them what was wrong . Oh no that can't be so and so said it was something else. Well why in the heck did you waste my time asking me in the first place if you and your genius buddy already had the answer ! Sorry about the rant. Thanks for another great video Paul.

[@tonymaciel1887]

Thank you. I will definitely look at that aes wave tool. I appreciate your time and thank you for sharing

[@jesusmalagon4336]

Thanks Paul Danner

[@ricardiagnostics]

Love the video mate as always... take care

[@laohantun7404]

That's the way Paul....all good...mine was ignition switch went poor contact, not always, but often, replaced key switch,ok.

[@oscarrojas4281]

Thank you teacher for teach as how to charge for diagnostic fee thank you so much you are the best

[@donniejohnson7499]

Paul Danner!!!! Awesome video

[@barrycuff214]

That starter was fine before, well every car run and drove to where it broke down, good diagnosis with basic tools

[@qusayalsabonge7453]

Awesome video dude

[@GRUSSNewton]

Excellent video as always Paul, the filming and editing from Caleb is getting better and better 👍

[@ScannerDanner]

It sure is! Super blessed to have my son helping me.

[@mikeburdi3464]

​@@ScannerDannerI love this comment. You are a great man, teacher, diagnostician, and Dad. Keep up the great work!

[@ScannerDanner]

@@mikeburdi3464 thank you so much Mike

[@paulfiebke3909]

Keep up the good work ❤

[@MechanicTechnicianRepair]

Exselete diagnostic amigo. Nice. Video

[@mariosalazar4334]

totally awesome, really appreciate all the knowledge you share.

[@donniejohnson7499]

Great video paul

[@James-fs4rn]

That starter was so bad the hammer didn't even fix it 😄. Thanks for sharing!

[@Mahigeer1]

As usual an informative video. Thanks to the team. If I may be allowed to make a comment; I wonder if you could have used a “by-pass” tool? A long enough and of proper gauge test wire to check the starter. One side of the wire would be connected to the battery positive with an alligator clip. The other side of wire would be connected to a long enough metal rod with a clip, clamp, etc. an insulation on the rod would be even better, so only the tip is exposed. In frame 12:52 the stud that connects the starter solenoid to the starter is exposed. A quick tap on that stud will make the starter click or if good, try to turn. If starter is good and the rod held for a longer period, it would be similar to bench test of the starter motor only. That would put the fault at the solenoid. Regardless the starter/solenoid must be pulled, but at least the “starter” is either condemned or exonerated. Once the “by-pass” tool is made, the testing will be very quick. A good addition to the arsenal of electrical system diagnosis on some vehicles.

[@ScannerDanner]

What you are describing would work but honestly it is not need once you learn to trust your equipment. You need to have a good database of known goods and known bads in your mind first.

[@Mahigeer1]

Thank you for your reply. Regards.

[@fire7765]

Great video guys.

[@auronmx]

Muchas gracias por explicar muy bien los diagnósticos. Tks.

[@nigelclark7360]

That was good we'll explained

[@eddygranja8315]

@13.27 you checked the starters ground, but you had the test light connected to a ground. That test light won't light unless you have it connected to battery positive checking for ground. Correct me if I'm wrong

[@ScannerDanner]

If the ground is bad, that test light will light when connected to battery ground. Sounds weird doesn't it? Check this one out kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYLZfXuHi9l2Zrs

[@CANDiagnostic]

The smile on your face when you said you're going to beat the starter 🤣

[@randymarion2466]

Regarding your block ground test with the test light - The process of turning the key to crank sends battery power to the starter, thru the starter and because the starter does not have a path back to the battery, (no block ground), the test light with its own path to ground provides a path for that power and lights up.... Do I understand that correctly? - BTW - thanks so much for all you do!

[@pigeonsil240sx]

i never thought of using test light in a voltage drop test like you did with that ground to ground on starter that totally makes sense for vd,infact i wonder if doing this with led light would find voltage drops that are much smaller.for vd testing low amperage circuits.of course my meter would be best but i love having these ideas in my back pocket.i love test lights for low tech quick checks. also curious if your test light type videos get more views since most of us dont have these expensive scanners and scopes

[@ScannerDanner]

I think you're right about the LED light, but I never use them in troubleshooting because of inaccuracies with it (showing you a good power when there is only 4v on a circuit for example). As for views? Yes most likely. Many people think that because I use expensive test equipment, that they can't learn from the procedures and so they move along. Unfortunately

[@hughvanzyl549]

Awesome. South Aftica

[@deepsquat600]

Paul I do now have possession of both my scannerdanner magnets they are on my refrigerator at the moment one of them's going to be joining me at work on the side of my computer

[@ScannerDanner]

haha thank you!

[@IsshmanGarcia]

Awesome refresher Paul, just wish I could afford the uActivate at the moment, it makes things easier and much more cooler! LOL

[@weldingjunkie]

Isshman Garcia you can’t get it right now anyway but it’s normally $199 it’s a great tool. I love mine

[@jgeorges3061]

Paul, hello awesome video/info i went to AES website and they do not have the uAtivate tool for sale do you know what other company sale it and always appreciate the time for showing all ur videos. thank you and cheeeeers

[@ScannerDanner]

AESWAVE is the manufacturer of that tool and they do still carry it, it is just on back order. Email [e-mail] and tell him I sent you and I'm sure you'll get put on the list

[@robertrichardson1133]

Great video Paul, and if anyone thinks you are greedy they are crazy. You wouldn't be making and sharing all the videos if you were greedy. (Here comes all the comments about how you are raking it in from youtube). Lol

[@ScannerDanner]

:-) KZbin pays but not enough to make the time involved creating videos worth it. It is why I have a premium channel and is also why other creators use patreon but thank you my friend

[@karpenterken1]

We used to pull the starter and bench test it as a final test to remove any doubt.

[@ScannerDanner]

That's an unloaded test and there are vibrations involved in removing a starter. Meaning a bad one may work once you take it out. Learn to trust your measurement and you won't need to do this anymore. Make sense?

[@GtrailLotFunkcrewband]

Exactually, I agree with you Scanner Danner, i always charge extra for a separate/different car issue. Thank you very much ScannerDanner. Oh by the way, I want to join your class... how do i do that?

[@ScannerDanner]

Thank you! You can join ScannerDanner Premium from my website at www.scannerdanner.com I look forward to hearing from you!

[@herrkiwi3110]

Paul your awesome ! Thank you sir !

[@VoltageDropDiagnostics]

Another great video, Paul. I do have a question about the Uactivate tool. I own one, and I absolutely love it, like you. But do you know if they have any built in circuitry inside of it that provides a small load on the control side to substitute the relay coil load? Basically, should I also be using a test light to ensure that I am getting a true loaded power and ground to the control side of the relay? Does my question make sense? lol

[@ScannerDanner]

perfect sense my friend, the only load would be the LED bulb which is significantly less than what the relay coil would be. I'll have to measure it sometime. If you are concerned, you can easily load the circuit more with your test light. I think there are variables with any tool and with any testing methods, wouldn't you agree?

[@VoltageDropDiagnostics]

ScannerDanner i absolutely agree. I still absolutely love the tool. I use it all the time. I’ll need to measure the load. I just wasn’t sure if they added an additional load to the circuit of the LED bulb, or not. That’s all.

[@ScannerDanner]

@@VoltageDropDiagnostics I don't think so? But I did realize that I wasn't using the tool properly until late in the video and that was the load side LED check! That test told us what my test light connected to battery positive told us and that was that we had continuity all the way down to the starter and through the starter solenoid :-)

[@billrimmer5596]

Before Paul had the Uactivate, he always used a test light. Then he would use the tool that allows u to plug the relay in and that tests the relay. I have Uactivate also.

[@bigdaddymak1439]

Great video I just can't believe the owner of that car put a motor in it!! Those engines are absolute garbage!! Keep up the good work!!

[@손정민-v8k]

Awesome outstanding job have a great time thanks

[@AdrianHiggins83]

If your too busy with work then your not charging enough, if your not busy at all your charging too much, if your workload is manageable then your rate is correct. Value your knowledge people will pay for quality knowledge and experience.

[@wysetech2000]

I asked a cheap skate customer last week how many hours a week he worked. He said 40 hrs. I asked him if he got paid for 40 hours and he said of course. I asked him what made my 40 hours any different than his. He paid his bill and apologized as he was leaving. 😊

[@ScannerDanner]

Lol nice!

[@benjaminlevi7792]

Thank you for your useful video

[@101fish9]

Lovely mom to have.

[@777firstlovedme]

Do you have a part number for your relay test tool? Thanks.