Diagnosing Car Troubles: A Guide to Misfires and Electrical Issues (Hour 2)
In this episode of the C&C Auto Show, Aaron Clements and co-host John Ryan Mooney provide listeners with in-depth diagnostic advice for common vehicle problems, such as intermittent misfires and electrical issues. A major focus is on helping a caller troubleshoot a persistent engine misfire that has been difficult to diagnose using a scan tool. Aaron explains how modes can be used to detect issues like misfires even when no trouble codes are present, and offers suggestions that can isolate the problem.
The show also delves into solving electrical issues in vehicles, including a discussion on a 1995 Nissan Pathfinder with a no-crank condition and failing windows. Aaron walks the listener through a step-by-step process for diagnosing electrical power issues, emphasizing the importance of using a voltmeter to test for power at various points in the system and checking for faulty grounds. This episode is filled with practical, hands-on advice for anyone looking to troubleshoot vehicle misfires or electrical gremlins without replacing unnecessary parts.
The show also delves into solving electrical issues in vehicles, including a discussion on a 1995 Nissan Pathfinder with a no-crank condition and failing windows. Aaron walks the listener through a step-by-step process for diagnosing electrical power issues, emphasizing the importance of using a voltmeter to test for power at various points in the system and checking for faulty grounds. This episode is filled with practical, hands-on advice for anyone looking to troubleshoot vehicle misfires or electrical gremlins without replacing unnecessary parts.