As a 40 year automotive electrical diagnostician, I have to say your diagnostic and repair procedures are exactly the way I would have done it. Excellent work!
Even though I'm not a mechanic it is so cool to see how a real professional trouble shooting mechanic does it.Keep up the good work and thanks for being an honest mechanic.We need more like you .
Absolute masterclass of automotive diagnostics. I bought a 2012 with abs on. Brand new speed sensor was still throwing a code. I broke out the parts cannon and just changed it to a Bosch and it worked and hasn't came on since. Last guy put on a cheap aftermarket part. I figured it was worth $30 to just throw a new part on and hope. I got lucky
I only recently found this channel and im watching all of your videos. A lot of your content is exactly the type of stuff i do at work everyday so its great to be able to watch what you would do in these situations. Keep up the good work 👍
Great find Eric. We have exactly those challenges with mega harnesses in our vehicles where there is a bundle diameter the same size of a child hand. Its getting worse with 48V EV and inverter circuitry so hang in there!
Awesome diag man! I learn so much watching your videos. You lay out the process so clearly and explain the theory behind the problem so that I can learn and follow along. It was reassuring to see a professional decide it's time to just splice in a new wire and end the torture. I'm learning as a hobby how to service cars and I feel like a hack sometimes, a lot of youtube videos make it look so easy which definitely is not the case when I try the same thing. It's really reassuring when you show that things can be less than ideal even for the seasoned pros. Thanks.
Nice work! I like you breaking it down for the guys who get the spinning wheel of death when you tell them what’s wrong with their vehicle. All be if not a complicated diag to do by any means, will however help the right diy guy
I am the new viewer, I which I would've found your chanel when I was an automobile technician, lasted about 25 years in this stuff anyway you're making me want to come back, thanks..
I'm experiencing the issue that you dia gnosed & corrected & relieved the prob lem can be remedied.Thank you for the very excellent easy to understand vide o.
Kick-Ass Man!! It's the device and the Wiring Prints between connections... Patience and direct focus!! Tech Masters and their Finest of Skilled Technicians. Keep on Truckin!!
I've got a system that puts a pulse in the wire. Then a sensor you run down the length of the harness. when it stops beeping you found your break. its made by power probe and I bought it thru snap-on. Used it many times and it works awesome.
This was a great job. What you were working on was a "water baby", a truck that had been in water and mud at least up to floor level, and if above that, the cabin was cleaned up really well, where you could not see or smell any traces or water, mud or mildew. Great job, great choice in running the the wire. My only question is in making the splice, did you use a low temp solder connector with heat shrink tubing over it or a crimped butt connector with heat shrink tubing for a water-proof connection, or some other method? Inquiring minds out here, hanging on your answer for the best practical, water-resistant splicing method. The re-programming of that trailer brake module was an excellent lesson in how to do something many of us would never see done or have any idea know how to do. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge and diagnostic techniques with your viewers.
It’s all in the way you “make things right in a hidden way” New owner happy , now Eric can move on to the next can of worms ! You are what you eat ! LOL
Wow Eric. Yes, I was hoping you would find the abs ref wire fault only because you put forth such a tremendous effort. work arounds are good too. the next tech will have to put 2 and 2 together if a dtc on that wheel sensor ever arises. I can't tell you how much I appreciate your vids. Hello from the colorado rocky mountains! God bless bro!
1 st. Video I watched ! U my friend are good @ what u do ! I just subscribed! I’ve been doing this shit for 45 yrs. & still doing it ! Repairs like this is why! I really like your side comments of mud in your hair,eyes back of your shirt! That makes you real! Your thought process follows my line of common sense! Thanks for reminding me of the hassles of not just “fixing a problem” it’s stuff we have to deal with in the process ! !
Hi buddy Been watching your videos n I have subscribed to your channel a long time ago You are a awesome guy who explains everything well n makes sense, keep up the great work 👍
The more videos or what you may call it a case and each one being totally different. Any way you seem to amaze me and I'm pretty sure other persons out there think the same.
Nice job E-rock…..Pine Hollow Diagnostics or South Main Auto had a very similar issue recently too which might be an interesting watch for you after dealing with this one.
Eric @ South Main is a very good wire finder! Difference is, the swearing, bad attitude is a hoot! He’s real good,,, reminds me of me sooooo much of me ! Old & grumpy, but get r done!!! Gotta love him!
@@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO, you can use a wire break detector, it sends a Emv signal through the wire and a probe transforms it in a sound , that way you do not get mud im your face...costs 20 dollar. Nice videos!
Thank you.. Great video as always. I have a question here on the vehicle speed sensor. I have a car that I swapped its engine and ecm to a higher model. The donor car had ABS while my car doesn't. Since the swap, i have a check engine for this wheel speed sensor. Is there a way to disable the abs module since i don't have it on the ecm so i don't get the check engine light anymore.
It depends on the manufacture. Some models use the same computer hardware wise and the only thing you have to do is change the software configuration. Others are physically different parts and are not compatible.
Get yourself a Power Probe Ect3000. Connect the signal output to the cable you want to trace and use the receiver to look for the cable along the harness. When the beeping from the receiver stops, that is a general area where the break in the cable happened.
Thanks for this video, I'm currently looking at a 2012 Sierra 2500 and it has service trailer brake system light on dash. Is the same issue you fixed on this video? On average how much would it be to fix?
This could be the greatest video I’ve ever watched on UA-cam. I have been fighting with my dealership for four years about a trailer brake warning issue that will go off every four seconds. It’s absolutely insane. Now I’m gonna take all of this information go to them, punch him in the face and tell him to learn how to be a better mechanic and hopefully he will fix it
The symbol indicating that the ITBC needs to be programmed is clearly visible on the barcode label (7:34). Whoever replaced that module is either unaware or did not have the equipment to do so.
@@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO Action vehicles are no different than any others! We are not to question,, who & why others did what they did! Deal with what you got & repair it! You/ I don’t get paid for investigating the past! Personally , I don’t care,,, get r done! LOL
Agreed, I just did the same thing to repair my electronic fuel filler flap. Wasn't going to spend hours ripping the interior apart, cut the old wire, ran a parallel one, job done.
Hello Eric I have question , 2015 Camaro with only code U0101 ( Lost Communication with TCM) , everything perfect except check engine light because this code , driving . shifting , Harness all good any idea ? thanks
My 2017 F150 had the same problem adding the electricb steering would not work the problem was fixed. New power wire to wheel sensor and had to replace the abs module.
I.would have done.exactly what you did but that was a pickup you tilt the bed up on the driver side to access the top of the fuel tank for a fuel pump or whatever instead of dropping the fuel tank. It's easy and quick.
Im having the exact same problem. i too want to just run another wire, but at the abs module, im not sure which wire it is by the module. Any help would be greatly appreciated. 2018 chevrolet silverado
Would this be the same for a 2008 Silverado for trailer brake , I have replaced that as well as dash electric brake switch, and remain on, Someone put a aftermarket one in, But that dash message is annoying, Also I watched other videos where they replaced without programming on the 08 chevys , help please....
Here in Indiana even a pinhole in the insulation is an invitation for corrosion to eat the wire. I didn't hear you mention it, so how about some liquid plastic to cover the piercings.. except you ran a new wire, so nevermind.
Trying to trace an open or broken wire can be easy or become a nightmare. Have you ever considered using a circuit tracer? You can actually find where the break in the wire occurs without physically probing or touching the wire. Just my two cents worth.
As an Auction Driver, 90% of vehicles have problems, 50% have serious problems. Unless you're a Technician/Mechanic, you will probably spend plenty of money in repairs. All Sales "As Is, No Warranty."
As a 40 year automotive electrical diagnostician, I have to say your diagnostic and repair procedures are exactly the way I would have done it. Excellent work!
Even though I'm not a mechanic it is so cool to see how a real professional trouble shooting mechanic does it.Keep up the good work and thanks for being an honest mechanic.We need more like you .
I AM pretty sure many people was screaming through this video, "that knows". Content. Great Video.
Absolute masterclass of automotive diagnostics. I bought a 2012 with abs on. Brand new speed sensor was still throwing a code. I broke out the parts cannon and just changed it to a Bosch and it worked and hasn't came on since. Last guy put on a cheap aftermarket part. I figured it was worth $30 to just throw a new part on and hope. I got lucky
I only recently found this channel and im watching all of your videos. A lot of your content is exactly the type of stuff i do at work everyday so its great to be able to watch what you would do in these situations. Keep up the good work 👍
Sad that nice truck wasn't tough enough to withstand some mud in the undercarriage.
Great job Eric 👏
Man, you are a wizard at this stuff. Excellent fix with the bypass wire. Sure was nice of someone to replace everything before you took over. Cheers!
Great find Eric. We have exactly those challenges with mega harnesses in our vehicles where there is a bundle diameter the same size of a child hand. Its getting worse with 48V EV and inverter circuitry so hang in there!
Awesome diag man! I learn so much watching your videos. You lay out the process so clearly and explain the theory behind the problem so that I can learn and follow along. It was reassuring to see a professional decide it's time to just splice in a new wire and end the torture. I'm learning as a hobby how to service cars and I feel like a hack sometimes, a lot of youtube videos make it look so easy which definitely is not the case when I try the same thing. It's really reassuring when you show that things can be less than ideal even for the seasoned pros. Thanks.
Nice work! I like you breaking it down for the guys who get the spinning wheel of death when you tell them what’s wrong with their vehicle. All be if not a complicated diag to do by any means, will however help the right diy guy
It's absolutely the best informative video I've ever seen on a variety of topics on my truck. We'll done!!!
I am the new viewer, I which I would've found your chanel when I was an automobile technician, lasted about 25 years in this stuff anyway you're making me want to come back, thanks..
Young man I am always impressed when I watch your videos the knowledge that you have is outstanding
Thank you!
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Kick-Ass Man!! It's the device and the Wiring Prints between connections... Patience and direct focus!! Tech Masters and their Finest of Skilled Technicians. Keep on Truckin!!
I've got a system that puts a pulse in the wire. Then a sensor you run down the length of the harness. when it stops beeping you found your break. its made by power probe and I bought it thru snap-on. Used it many times and it works awesome.
Great work again eric im trying to be half the mechanic/tech you are but your vids help me and im sure many others greatly!!! Thanks
Excellent video as always. Does make you wonder if the previous mechanics replaced those parts unnecessarily. Great job.
For sure,owner spent a lot of $ , got nowhere, send it down the road! LOL
Wow what a mess underneath, but an awesome job Eric! Beautiful truck too!
Eric once again dam good job.looks like that p up has gone threw hell. Well done my friend. Sam
This was a great job. What you were working on was a "water baby", a truck that had been in water and mud at least up to floor level, and if above that, the cabin was cleaned up really well, where you could not see or smell any traces or water, mud or mildew. Great job, great choice in running the the wire. My only question is in making the splice, did you use a low temp solder connector with heat shrink tubing over it or a crimped butt connector with heat shrink tubing for a water-proof connection, or some other method? Inquiring minds out here, hanging on your answer for the best practical, water-resistant splicing method. The re-programming of that trailer brake module was an excellent lesson in how to do something many of us would never see done or have any idea know how to do. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge and diagnostic techniques with your viewers.
Thks Eric. Another great video as always 👍👍 I think you 100% made the right decision to run your own wire 👍
It’s all in the way you “make things right in a hidden way” New owner happy , now Eric can move on to the next can of worms ! You are what you eat ! LOL
Wow Eric. Yes, I was hoping you would find the abs ref wire fault only because you put forth such a tremendous effort. work arounds are good too. the next tech will have to put 2 and 2 together if a dtc on that wheel sensor ever arises. I can't tell you how much I appreciate your vids. Hello from the colorado rocky mountains! God bless bro!
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1 st. Video I watched ! U my friend are good @ what u do ! I just subscribed! I’ve been doing this shit for 45 yrs. & still doing it ! Repairs like this is why! I really like your side comments of mud in your hair,eyes back of your shirt! That makes you real! Your thought process follows my line of common sense! Thanks for reminding me of the hassles of not just “fixing a problem” it’s stuff we have to deal with in the process !
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You are the man!!! Awesome video showing your awesome detective skills!! Keep it up!!
Eric awesome job bro.
The diagnosing is pro.
Keep it up brother.
I really enjoy your auction troubleshooting vids. Keep them coming.❤
Hi buddy
Been watching your videos n I have subscribed to your channel a long time ago
You are a awesome guy who explains everything well n makes sense, keep up the great work 👍
Thank you!
I always like your videos and the music you use very motivational!!!
The more videos or what you may call it a case and each one being totally different. Any way you seem to amaze me and I'm pretty sure other persons out there think the same.
Great video as usual, Thanks for sharing Bro👍
Stay Safe👍
I wonder if one of those short/open tracing devices would've helped here. I liked the video as always.
Very helpful I have same issues in my 2011 duramax thanks for the video
This man is legendary ✌🏼✌🏼✌🏼
Nice job E-rock…..Pine Hollow Diagnostics or South Main Auto had a very similar issue recently too which might be an interesting watch for you after dealing with this one.
Eric @ South Main is a very good wire finder! Difference is, the swearing, bad attitude is a hoot! He’s real good,,, reminds me of me sooooo much of me ! Old & grumpy, but get r done!!! Gotta love him!
Nice job! Thanks for posting. Great diagnostic work
Good job my friend i wood have done the same thing if it was me keep on keeping on
Keep up the good work man 👍
Thanks, will do!
good video you explain very well ,thanks
Thank you!
@@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO, you can use a wire break detector, it sends a Emv signal through the wire and a probe transforms it in a sound , that way you do not get mud im your face...costs 20 dollar. Nice videos!
Love your dedication man great work
Thank you! 👍
Good job on that fix
Great video and repair
Thanks!
Thank you.. Great video as always.
I have a question here on the vehicle speed sensor. I have a car that I swapped its engine and ecm to a higher model. The donor car had ABS while my car doesn't. Since the swap, i have a check engine for this wheel speed sensor. Is there a way to disable the abs module since i don't have it on the ecm so i don't get the check engine light anymore.
It depends on the manufacture. Some models use the same computer hardware wise and the only thing you have to do is change the software configuration. Others are physically different parts and are not compatible.
Get yourself a Power Probe Ect3000. Connect the signal output to the cable you want to trace and use the receiver to look for the cable along the harness. When the beeping from the receiver stops, that is a general area where the break in the cable happened.
Great video,thanks.Question regarding the repair.Will there be an issue if the sensor wiring isnt a twisted pair ?
Perfect. 👌
Thanks for this video, I'm currently looking at a 2012 Sierra 2500 and it has service trailer brake system light on dash. Is the same issue you fixed on this video? On average how much would it be to fix?
That was a great fix on your part. Question, when you use a piercing test lead does the pierced puncture require sealing ?
Yes resealing the wires is a good idea, but in this case we ran our own wire so it didn't really matter. Thanks for watching!
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This could be the greatest video I’ve ever watched on UA-cam. I have been fighting with my dealership for four years about a trailer brake warning issue that will go off every four seconds. It’s absolutely insane. Now I’m gonna take all of this information go to them, punch him in the face and tell him to learn how to be a better mechanic and hopefully he will fix it
Good repair. Ya, I would have run a new wire also. Programming went great. Do you have a subscription for GM programming?
Yes. You have to buy a subscription for each vehicle. Thanks for watching!
Great job. Why you're not using cable tracer?
I've always had hit or miss luck with those things, but it may have been worth a try. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the great content!
Another great video 👍 👍
Man! It's an amazing video. Just one little thing... while you speaking you going tu fast. I can't even keep with the subtitles in Spanish
Best master
Good job my brother
good job as always
Thanks again!
The symbol indicating that the ITBC needs to be programmed is clearly visible on the barcode label (7:34). Whoever replaced that module is either unaware or did not have the equipment to do so.
Exactly!
@@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO Action vehicles are no different than any others! We are not to question,, who & why others did what they did! Deal with what you got & repair it! You/ I don’t get paid for investigating the past! Personally , I don’t care,,, get r done! LOL
South Main Auto just had a video on this very subject. 😂
Did you consider having the shop remove the box? Its not that difficult and would provide full access. Either way, great job.
Electronic modules on the underside of a 4x4 - smooth move, GM.
Jose is very good on his work
Great job, I can see the frame of that truck want last much longer if he doesn't start getting some of that mud off
Main frame rail stuffed full 😐9:15
Some things are meant to “Do Not Disturb!”
Great job
Thanks again!
Do I need GM specific (there software) to reprogram the trailer brake control module ?
great diagnosis! I think chevy had to put a better protection for the wires against mud :)
For sure! Imagine trying to get a reading on the “ gas tank pressure sensor” without causing 10 more trouble codes!
You’re awesome, wish you were in my neighborhood and 😊
Are you using mitchel or alldata
You shouldn't be apologetic for not torturing yourself to find a broken wire. Run a parallel wire, test it, and call it a fix.
Agreed, I just did the same thing to repair my electronic fuel filler flap. Wasn't going to spend hours ripping the interior apart, cut the old wire, ran a parallel one, job done.
Wow! I learned a lot
Hello Eric I have question , 2015 Camaro with only code U0101 ( Lost Communication with TCM) , everything perfect except check engine light because this code , driving . shifting , Harness all good any idea ? thanks
Good job
Unless someone has OCD, that's the best repair available at a rational time/cost.
thanks you are just good
My 2017 F150 had the same problem adding the electricb steering would not work the problem was fixed. New power wire to wheel sensor and had to replace the abs module.
Terrific job done well. Leave your business cards at the vehicle auction site.
That would be like “ pulling your pants down in a whore house!” LOL
I.would have done.exactly what you did but that was a pickup you tilt the bed up on the driver side to access the top of the fuel tank for a fuel pump or whatever instead of dropping the fuel tank. It's easy and quick.
Im having the exact same problem. i too want to just run another wire, but at the abs module, im not sure which wire it is by the module. Any help would be greatly appreciated. 2018 chevrolet silverado
Rear driver side wheel speed sensor
Wonder how that wire got messed up? 🤔
Aliens!
The mud and grit likely wore through the insulation causing green oxidation and dissolved the tiny wire via vibrations and movement over time.
Would this be the same for a 2008 Silverado for trailer brake , I have replaced that as well as dash electric brake switch, and remain on, Someone put a aftermarket one in, But that dash message is annoying, Also I watched other videos where they replaced without programming on the 08 chevys , help please....
Here in Indiana even a pinhole in the insulation is an invitation for corrosion to eat the wire. I didn't hear you mention it, so how about some liquid plastic to cover the piercings.. except you ran a new wire, so nevermind.
U in good ole Indiana too?
@@randyanderson4360 Yessir, and I saw in some of his other videos that he is familiar with liquid tape.
My truck doing same thing, thanks
Grasias
Trying to trace an open or broken wire can be easy or become a nightmare. Have you ever considered using a circuit tracer? You can actually find where the break in the wire occurs without physically probing or touching the wire. Just my two cents worth.
You'll be much more effective and efficient if you had a PowerProbe ECT3000 for searching for short-circuits and opens.
Love your vlog id like to go over something with you if all possible how can I get your attention
Awesome
Sir can you please send me the valve lash specs for a 2014 Honda Accord EXL Coupe 3.5l V6 .
I’m sure you can find that on google, man.
@@dumbeezy5480 thank you
Another good component replaced because of lack of testing!
What is the name of this harness
Whats the cost of this service?
It's complicated.
@@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO Good answer! Plus a shower @ noon!
As an Auction Driver, 90% of vehicles have problems, 50% have serious problems. Unless you're a Technician/Mechanic, you will probably spend plenty of money in repairs. All Sales "As Is, No Warranty."
Eric O. From South Main Auto just fixed the same thing in his last video.
I have same problem with my pickup truck.stability service track
Y not use that tool that finds breaks or splices in the electrical wires? That way you wouldn't have to run a single wire.
I've always had hit or miss luck with those things, but it might have been worth a try. Thanks for watching!
third brake light is leaking headliner stained
You are 100 percent correct!
Looks looks this truck has been in a flood or God knows what, my advice to that owner would be to get rid of it.
It’s at a used car lot now! Clean looking work truck! Will be on front row for sale after Eric gets paid ! I hope, great repair!