The POSSESSED Lincoln MKX (Kentucky Road Trip!) - Take2

[@chrisbentleywalkingandrambling]

I'm not qualified in mechanics or electronics, but I do find these videos amazing. I'm always wrong in my guesses. In my day I could repair anything on the car but not these computerised cars. Amazing.

[@hughjass1274]

a 2 minute glitch in your video is still better than anything on network tv

[@phprofYT]

Don't you know it. A few days ago I turned on some static just to get a break.

[@billlangdon9198]

I am 64 and watch you in amazement. Your knowledge of the circuits on cars and process of diagnosis just astounds me. I will have to live to be 100 to absorb a quarter of what you know. Great job Ivan.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Bill I'm glad you enjoy the automotive mysteries as much as I do 🙂

[@brianw8963]

Dittos Bill, even the 1959 part!

[@clintprice2123]

It is so rewarding to watch you track down a problem and chip away at each segment until you come up with the culprit. The smile on her face was so wonderful. Hope you enjoyed your time away with your wife. How did she find you and your services?

[@TheBry_Guy]

I feel the same way. I enjoy the electrical theory, but it takes repetition to reinforce the "instinctual knowledge" you guys display. I would love to have access to broken cars to practice these skills i've spent 2 years watching about with Ivan, Eric O, Wes and ScannerDanner. Fortunately/Unfortunately my cars haven't broken, other than stupid things like cheap plastic GMC truck doorhandles that keep breaking off the truck (4th one on a 2013 sierra!!!)

[@phprofYT]

He is the son of a physicist. I expect nothing less.

[@braddofner]

I have no interest in automotive repair, nor will I ever. And yet, I find myself anxiously awaiting your next video. It is fascinating to see your process in finding these obscure faults. You also have a great presence on camera and keep my attention. All because you, sir, are truly a master of your craft! I applaud all of your honesty and hard work! Thank you for all the great vids!

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Thank you for the kind words Brad! We all love a good mystery 😉

[@duaneb193]

Thanks to you and Eric O, I've learned a lot about the troubleshooting using a schematic (even though my RV doesn't really have one), and it's been a huge timesaver for me several times this week already. Breaking a system down into bite-sized pieces and eliminating them has made it a lot easier on me and given me a lot more confidence in the finished product. Glad you were able to take Amanda so that she could look at the horses!!

[@BoweryPenguin8]

Being a Ford dealer tech 3 years, in them Lincolns I’ve seen bad GWM twice but both times for intermittent no crank no starts and black/ blank everything in the interior. Crazy stuff. Some of those older Lincoln’s qualify for a customer satisfaction program to upgrade the TCU to a 4G module from the 3G which was shut off, possibly what could cause the parasitic draws but not confirmed. In the dealership I have not personally seen one come in my dealership with a draw leading to the TCU which is bizarre in my opinion. Great diag Ivan teaching some young techs (21 yo) myself new things every video!

[@vpimike2646]

Wow, she really wanted that car fixed! I'm sure it cost her a lot of money to get you to drive all the way from central PA to Lexington. Great job Ivan, I appreciate your clear explanation of how you isolated the fault. 👍

[@theblackhand6485]

'...cost a lot of money...', then: 'All is quiet on the Pine Hallow front'. 🙈

[@seagullsbtn]

Trust is a valuable commodity

[@volvo09]

It stinks buying a new car... I'd want it fixed too! That Lincoln is pretty nice, and a comparable vehicle is going to cost a bunch.

[@lvsqcsl]

The last time I heard a car talk that rude to anyone, a good customer of mine had a 1983 Chrysler New Yorker. (K-car based, not the rear-wheel-drive M-body) The car was almost new and it would spout off things like, "KEY IS IN THE IGNITION, KEY IS IN THE IGNITION." The customer wanted Sargent Electromo silenced so, I called a friend that worked for the Chrysler Dealer and we replaced that with a chime. Back then multiplexed circuits had just started. I am so glad you were able to make that annoying voice happy!

[@roxanneabbott8424]

So nice Ivan for you and your wife to have a vacation together ❤️

[@mikechiodetti4482]

The salt and brine belt crusties! So nice the OEM decided to put that semi exposed connector under the vehicle without any protection! Can you say "Planned Obsolescence!" Or the dealer says "Only $10,000.00 for a new harness plus 2 days of labor!" Real Good One Ivan! You must have an extensive library of waveforms, vehicle problems and fixes by now!

[@01simpleman]

this is the best guy for automotive on the youtube nobody else on the youtube comes close to his work you are the man

[@frankvucolo6249]

I don’t know what amazed me more, that you found it (after all those distractions from the poor collision repair) or that you got to it to fix if. Well done, my friend. Well done!

[@robertheim352]

A fun romp through the looking glass; "curiouser and curiouser". Your summary of why the bus became biased to 12V was a checkmate after the red queen fell (aka green crusties revealed). I'm glad to see you returned to our side of the mirror! I was surprised by the poor environment seal on that connector; expected better from a premium vehicle. Love your videos.

[@brianw8963]

Wow, gives new meaning to “mobile” diagnostics! Nice work Ivan. 👍👍🇺🇸

[@robbflynn4325]

I also just made the trip from Pennsylvania to Kentucky, and I only got back yesterday! Viewed a few properties in the Walton area. Beautiful country. I parked at the local Flying J and slept in the back of the Sequoia😂 oh, genius diagnosis as usual 👍

[@ItsAlwaysRusty]

Great diagnosis and a call for "lunch is ready to boot". Nice Job..

[@ronhannink1968]

I will have to say I started watching your videos about three weeks ago. Typically I watch South Main auto. Eric is a great friend. However, with that being said. In the last three weeks, I have watched your videos. I’ve been extremely impressed with your knowledge. I have been in this industry for over 35 years. It is nice to find true mechanics and people who can diagnose properly. Running the parts canon is the number one thing unfortunately that happens in these days. I cannot tell you how many times I have to educate people to stop relying on the dealer. Not to knock the dealer but, most of the mechanics are fresh out of school. They don’t seem to have diagnostic skills, but what they do have is an unlimited supply of parts that they simply throw at a vehicle. Sorry to bore you with this post if I did. The main point is you are doing a fantastic job. Keep up the great work my friend Ron.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Thank you for the kind words, Ron! Never a boring day in the Auto Diagnostics field, that's for sure! The parts-cannoned vehicles are the most fun haha

[@KC-vp7wn]

There’s nothing like southern hospitality Ivan!

[@Peter-pv8xx]

Other than your superior work is the look on the customers face, she was absolutely glowing, and you are right about the southern hospitality. When I went with friend to visit his mother's family in North Carolina and to bring her back home to NJ I was 21 and was treated like long lost family, every cousin aunt uncle and yes even his grandma were nicer in some ways than my own family, that was towards the middle of the state near Hickory where all the furniture used to be made, we went to the local river where they swung out into it with a tire swing hanging from a tree, I don't swim so just watched, this was so removed from the city life I grew up in and I loved it.

[@MrTonyPiscatelle]

Amazing as usual ! My home state of Ky , we now live in Indiana but get back home at least every 45 to 60 days. Ky is a beautiful state and the horses are fabulous .

[@mikefoehr235]

Great repair. The customer was quite happy at the end.

[@2006jc]

Ivan, have you ever thought of going into neurosurgery. Your ability to tap into the vehicle’s nervous system to diagnose and repair in the tightest spots always amazes me. I’ll never stop watching. Thanks for the great video’s.

[@huntnfishnuts5880]

What a great fix Ivan, iIts amazing what a little rot in the right spot can do to a circuit. I recently had a similar problem with an abs circuit on a Nissan that was very intermittent caused by green crustys on the driver's front connector, found it with my scope. It's very gratifying to see proper electrical diag and repair, it let's people know we're not all Hacks. Thanks for the great content.

[@craiggoodwin9704]

Ivan, this was so much fun to watch as I've spent some time in Kentucky and it brings back good old memories. The people there are great and your lady client is full of charm. I bet lunch was fantastic.....and you fixed her car with your usual skill and wizardry. As you Wife is looking at some of the most beautiful horses in world I don't know how many of these trips you can afford but I sure enjoyed this one. Thanks for Sharing!

[@lawrencecavens5760]

As I say -Sherlock Ivan Does it again !!! Your aptitude towards trouble shooting is such an encouragement Just like Eric O at South Main Auto. Logical seeking the issue and fixing the actual problem, Mr Spock would be proud of you!! Live Long And Prosper Ivan...

[@ronlarson9871]

I really enjoy your videos, Ivan! I've been a mechanic all my life. Your videos are teaching me to think differently about diagnosing problems logically and not just replacing suspected bad parts. I start thinking if we hook a scope to the part, measure signal and voltage and see if its operating within specs. I guess you can teach an old dog new tricks. LoL!. Keep up the good work and great videos, Ivan!

[@2nickles647]

I'm waiting on gather fund's for my next Pico device purchase. I have a smaller Abs wave kit. I do use it for probing. Put it to use when my brothers 95 Yoda truck came in as a Crank no start. And fuel pump not running condition. As the way you taught us amateur wire probers. I split my system down after I replaced the fuel pump. Owner wanted a new one anyway after he bought a used junkyard pump. Took me About 3 days. Part of the day was pulling fuel tank and swapping pumps. And my regular work schedule. So thank you again Ivan for teaching this ole 69 yr old geezer how to trace wires. Using a printed wiring diagrams and marking each wire and writing down info.

[@TheKrisKing]

It was worth watching the 40 minute video just to see Janet’s happiness during the test drive. You’re doing Gods work, Ivan. Thanks for sharing.

[@petercunningham3469]

Nice work good feeling when you see the customer smiling 😊

[@Nizzinny]

Wow! You deserve over a million subscribers! Your videos are priceless! Thanks once again!

[@MrSparks54]

Well you know the old adage: happy wife, less miserable life 😂Good stuff Ivan, thanks for taking us along on the road trip. Cheers from Utah

[@GarnConstructionInc]

Ivan to the rescue! On the road under a customers car that a shop could have easily accessed. The green network creep didn't stand a chance. Thank you Ivan for another part less who done it.

[@kevin9c1]

These later model Lincolns are going to really be a joy to own in the coming years.

[@alanrobison3298]

As usual, great job Ivan!

[@bellasvistas3463]

I really like your Alligator Clips on the wire U - copper wires, great idea for soldering wires together. Very detailed work. Mike.

[@Mikeywil0003]

It is CRAZY how sensitive CAN lines are to being shorted to power or ground. Paul Danner had a video finding a short to power on a CAN line, ended up being water inside the loom of a harness. The CAN line was able to be pulled high just from touching the bare wire with one hand, and touching battery positive with the other hand.

[@joecoleman3069]

Nice job on the repair. BUT, with the wife spending three days in horse country the trip was probably a fiscal loss. However, she seems to be a keeper so I'm sure you were glad to bring her along.

[@fieldsofomagh]

Congrats on a very tricky problem solved and happy lady from Kentucky.

[@kellyross4397]

Great job I take my hat off to you, didn't have to worry about all this electronic stuff back in the day, waiting for the Jetsons to arrive

[@chadwilliams4798]

You and Eric O got good schnozers. He said the exact same thing about smelling the green crusties today.

[@jmaxim80]

Theirs your problem lady, also nice job on making a nice old lady's day. I also like to say Ivan that you're such a specialist I'm surprised more people don't fly you out or pay you extra money for these types of jobs, you definitely got what it takes. Great work my friend.

[@cwstout1]

I am curious how this gal knew enough to come to you for help. Your reputation spans generations I guess. Guys like you and Jake from Automotive Diagnostics simply amaze me.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

She tried several shops and dealers and her husband finally convinced her to make the call 😁

[@cwstout1]

@@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics Great story, thanks for sharing.

[@kieranthompson1982]

You would think even crap body repair shops would have learnt their lessons by now you can’t effectively use scotch locks(Dutch locks) they just don’t do anything well if you have main loom wiring that can even remotely be considered communication related or signal related solder it and wrap the sucker tight as for the crusties. Good catch I like using a small film of liquid electrical tape on the weather seal once connector is cleaned it procludes. any moisture getting in especially on abs round plugs and they can still be easily pulled apart good diag Ivan

[@robpeabo509]

Well that was an annoying problem. A check engine light illuminated is concerning, the warning voice is just a PIA! I am happy for the customer and you Ivan, though such a time consuming (= costly) issue coming down to a connector is a bugger, a big bad bugger!

[@NathanFredericks-g5o]

Love your videos. I've been an automotive tech for 30 years and enjoy watching and learning from your video's. I had a fun electrical diagnosis myself the other day. 2012 Volvo with no remote door locks and TPMS issues. I had no power at the remote receiver antenna. Both issues related to green crusties at the CEM module. The corrosion was so bad that I found two pins from the module corroded of inside the connector.

[@badgerdave22]

Freaking brilliant, Ivan... Another "no parts required" solution to a problem that seemed enormous to begin with! Love it!

[@wjayt3]

There are many auto informational/diagnostic channels on YT, but I find that Ivan at PHAD, Eric O at South Main Auto, and AMD at Car Care Nut are able to tell their stories in an absolutely mesmerizing manner. Once I start watching, it is difficult to pause. And, the best news is that I always learn something new or confirm a belief. Outstanding work. Thank you for taking the extra time to film, edit, and post, so we can follow along vicariously. Can't wait for the next road trip video!

[@drewv1785]

Ivan, you are the best! The green crusties strike again! Glad you found the culprit, and got it all clean and reconnected. Great job!

[@lvsqcsl]

Lexington is about 250 miles from where I live in Paducah. I don't know if you noticed, but there are no Interstates that go directly to Lexington. I-75 passes to the North. New Circle Road is county route 4 and I noticed you were on highway 60. When I come to Lexington, I follow the Blue Grass Parkway to highway 60. I visit relatives in Maine and it is about a 12 hour drive from my driveway to Clarion, Pennsylvania, just inside the Pennsylvania border with Ohio. So, you came a long way. I remembered the MKX that had the telematics module that was causing a parasitic drain on the battery. Great video!

[@skylardelaney5041]

Former ford tech here! The IPM-B should be online. It's part of the camera system and the camera(s) showing up on the Infotainment display.

[@thetinpin]

It's awesome that you and Eric O both said you can "smell the green crusties" in the videos you posted a couple hours apart! 😂 😂 One Ford and one Chevy... though your diag was a lot more interesting. 👍

[@mrkttrdr2919]

Wow, ur tenacity and diag skills r unmatched, thanks for taking us to the money shot, hope the wife had fun with the horses🎉

[@advancedleveldiagnostics]

Great find! It's the best when you actually see the green in the connector, then you know you found the problem!

[@htownblue11]

This is the demand created when you are a world class level expert at your craft. People will seek you out from far and wide. Awesome stuff Ivan as always. Long live the NPR king!

[@Sandmansa]

Outstanding work Ivan. Just when you think it was a shady wiring repair gone south, it turned out to be a manufacture oversite that allowed moisture to intrude on a connector. Nice how the thinktool pros came in handy with it's topography layout. I know I have been enjoying that feature myself.

[@baxrok2.]

That must be incredibly satisfying Ivan. I can see why you get excited by the challenge. Thanks so much for sharing this awesome content!

[@thewraith9849]

Ivan is a bloody genius, I love his methodical approach to fault finding. 👍

[@mike_svt93]

Saw the original upload. No biggie on the glitch. Just fast forwarded and kept truckin. Another happy customer and great hospitality in return. Kentucky Derby's only a couple of weeks away. Bet your wife would luv going to that event. $$$ ouch!

[@JoseSilveira-newhandleforYT]

Great job, Ivan! When you mentioned the accident, I imagined some smashed loom, somewhere. Turned to be something completely different - the green crusties striked again, in the most inconvenient place, but you were there for the rescue 🙂

[@Cowboy_Ash]

These new cars are like a desktop computer out on the porch in the rain ! No wonder stuff like this happens.

[@AP9311]

Wow, Lincolns are known for crusties and bad network problem lol. For so long drive! Must be worth a fix!!! Glad you had great trip down there and fix her car. Great job Ivan!

[@petepeabody8905]

Ivan, Perfect.!!!!.... A smiling satisfied customer.... I pray your wife had a great trip as well....Pete

[@rusty6666]

Nice job on that Lincoln repair no parts thats a bonus there for sure .but i still like the old school cars just plain simple wiring and less hassle to work on...Thanks

[@michaelweatherhead9470]

What a great Husband 👍❤️❤️. Thanks for the video Ivan great job on the MKX, take care of yourself and be Blessed ❤️❤️👍.

[@jrehtil1494]

Ivan you have done it again. What a challenge but what a result!

[@wallace3953]

People with Brains Always hire the best Experts to solve their difficult problems. Easy, Peasy! Ivan, Ur the Best! The owner is so very smart! Great video! (No horsin' around, just super Results!!!)

[@RobertBosch9397]

quiet down lady... I thought you where talking to the owner🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@adf360]

I love my TS100, I just wish the crew who designed it were inspired to make a tiny heat gun and hot glue gun. Just FYI, it won't heat up as quickly but you can connect your TS100 directly to the car battery or cigarette lighter. I've found the best results (when an outlet is handy) is an old 18 Vdc, 2.5 amp power supply from a Cricut vinyl cutter. I've had my TS100 for almost 5 years and it's still going strong.

[@andrewthompsonuk1]

"Lunch is ready" that makes your job so rewarding.

[@kNIGHTriderryder]

I been bing watching your videos everyday and learning everything new everyday thank you so much

[@MattyEngland]

*Ivan:* Is there any way to get you interested in a trip to kentucky? *Mrs Ivan:* Big Black Stallions! *Ivan:* You mean horses, right??

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

😂

[@mikedaugharty5544]

Great job there Ivan you are the man and it's nice to see a customer happy and very hospitable to feed you also I'm sure very well saw more of them customers needed

[@codyarizona4925]

Dam PH, this one was a banger video ❤👍👍 I was thinking module, but green crusties are sneaky. Great work man!

[@flatdaddio]

Great video Ivan. I wasn't sure what you would find with the car being in an accident. Very cool!

[@arthurfricchione8119]

Nice find Ivan. No parts required 👍

[@spirokattan3655]

Always a great lesson in diagnostics with every case studies. Thank you Ivan!

[@mattbrown5511]

Tricky issue. That was fun to watch. As usual, you did an awesome diagnosis Ivan.

[@TheBry_Guy]

I got halfway thru the vid when you took it down! A 2 min gap would have been a good time for popcorn! either way, vids, like car repairs fare better with a perfectionist in charge! keep doing what you do!

[@rondunlap8376]

You rock. It is rocket science now a days. You are the professor.

[@theblackhand6485]

These oxidized connectors are new available in store or online. It is a bit of a hustle to get them out of the plug but changing them for new and secure them with an ant oxidizer is better then just 'clean' them. The latter oxidation will return and the car will again have troubles.

[@BesprovolkiSvias]

I do not think "oxidation will return" if we pack the connector with DiElectric Grease. It looked like there was NOT any kind of grease in that connector.

[@thx1138guy]

I enjoy watching Ivan's videos immensely. However, this one was TLDW. Skipped to the last five minutes for the fix. Fantastic work as usual.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Then you missed the actual process lol!

[@davidmcclain5180]

Love it, love it, love it! Terrific diagnosis as usual.

[@mikeaho4143]

Now that was a great vid Ivan. Just a logical approach and work through the modules one at a time. Thanks for sharing !

[@merumwidt3120]

I love these diags! You will be henceforth referred to as "The Bus Whisperer"

[@bernardaflores1720]

Smart lady knew who contact and stood away from the dealers, she would have been soak ie her purse.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Her husband convinced her to make the call 😉

[@bernardaflores1720]

@@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics Great call on the husband part

[@cliff499]

I hope you know how much we all appreciate you!!

[@carnaubawax9405]

At 10:18 when you said, "Oh quiet down lady," I thought for a second you were talking to your customer in the garage 🤣

[@thomasbailey8306]

Just amazing how the Big expensive vehicles are just as bad or not worse then the Regular vehicles..With that Stuff..Great find Bud as always. You should of been a Surgeon ..LOL.Great Video..

[@jgeorges3061]

IVAN, you rock in ur profession brother thanks for all what u do/teaching always learning from the best. cheeers

[@tylerbarnett8062]

Welcome to Kentucky! A familiar road at the beginning of your video😊. Hope you visited the KY Horse Park, just down the street. Your video drops are always appreciated, and your diagnostic ability is off the charts. Safe travels home!

[@thirzapeevey2395]

Kinda startling to watch Ivan drive past the airport, isn't it?

[@TheBry_Guy]

These vids are like that T.V. show "HOUSE". where the uncommon and interesting issues attract the "super Doc" and he miraculously zeros in on the problem after a few HMMMm and "that's crazy!"s. But this is real, which makes it way better.

[@dendkmac]

The green crusties....love it, don't see that out west unless it is an eastie car!. If you do wiring repair it needs to be done right.

[@jimruthem6587]

My 07 BMW 750 I has been setting for 3.5 yrs. With a PT can problem I can't find. It starts and runs but no com on PT canbuss. ABS unit rebuilt and trans. Solenoids replaced. Wish you were here.

[@ghettsumm7949]

Once again, De-oxy-it to the rescue,..... Good find Ivan.

[@Ram14250]

Awesome Ivan! The green crusties strike again!

[@dharley189]

Did you see the castle on Hiway 60 ? Your detective work is as good as any murder mystery. Wish I had the patience, eyesight and back to still do that. Always satisfying to solve the case ‼️

[@lvsqcsl]

Yeah, that is still there.

[@dharley189]

@@lvsqcsl I’m in Owensboro

[@tylerbarnett8062]

Yep, intersection of US 60 and Pisgah Pike, a dreamy road itself if you love a scenic drive

[@lvsqcsl]

@@dharley189 I've been there as well. Got my State Water Plant Operators license at the Events Center on the river. That is a nice place.

[@lvsqcsl]

@@tylerbarnett8062 It is Pisgah Pike. I thought it was Man-O-War Boulevard.

[@ghenry85]

Tell the wife to check out Kentucky Horse Place. I went there years ago, beautiful setup, focused on race horses, definitely worth a look(and I'm not a horse person).

[@kevin9c1]

Watching this after I watched Deboss Garage's F Tree Kitty video with the high voltage CAN issue between his engine and transmission. Didn't expect deja vu.

[@ScottDLR]

My mind is blown. Great work Ivan!

[@feedinc2735]

I fixed a 2013 MKX park sensor switch today. Nice work.