Channel Title: Mechanic Mindset Channel Description: "As a modern Automotive Technician the two most valuable tools are your hands and your mind, so wear gloves and watch Mechanic Mindset!" Welcome to Mechanic Mindset. My name is Darren and for the last 14 years I have been writing and delivering Master Technician training for big auto brands globally. Now I want to help you improve your automotive diagnostic game; whether you are a DIY mechanic, apprentice or Master Technician, we have something for you!! In this channel we will cover videos on how the latest vehicle technologies work, how to test them and ultimately how the systems are diagnosed. We will install faults and review them together in an easy to understand way and discover diagnostics techniques by thinking outside of the 'box'! Join for free at mechanicmindset.com for PicoScope Waveform downloads and more training videos <video> Master 3-Phase Fuel Pumps: Live Training Preview | Mechanic Mindset Description: FREE Multimeter and access to Live Training when you sign up: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/share/65 Join us as we dive into 3-phase fuel pump diagnostics! We've set up a BMW fuel pump system on the bench to explore how power, signals, and current flow impact performance. In our upcoming live training on Sunday, January 26th at 7:00 PM (UK time), we'll break down voltage analysis, current measurements, and failure points using resistors. Be sure to download the Mechanic Mindset Mobile App! Search on your app store. Join the Free Access Area for more diagnostic training: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/courses/free-access-1 My PicoScope Set Up: https://kit.co/mechanicmindset Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mechanicmindset The Mechanic Mindset channel is here to help you improve your automotive diagnostic skills. We upload regular, easy to understand, automotive training and tutorial videos covering topics such as; oscilloscope diagnostics, PicoScope, CAN bus, waveform analysis and much more! Subscribe to stay up to date! </video> <video> Or did they know something we didn’t? If you know, you know 🤣 #e36 #m52 Description: </video> <video> Access Intermittent Battery Drain Lessons in Mechanic Mindset! Description: Join us in the Diagnostic Coach program for the Full Battery Drain Diagnostic course, where you’ll learn an efficient process using the oscilloscope and serial decoding to find the intermittent battery drain faults quickly. Check out Diagnostic Coach Training Program: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/diagnostic-coach?link=286&el=yt Be sure to download the Mechanic Mindset Mobile App! Search on your app store. My PicoScope Set Up: https://kit.co/mechanicmindset Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mechanicmindset The Mechanic Mindset channel is here to help you improve your automotive diagnostic skills. We upload regular, easy to understand, automotive training and tutorial videos covering topics such as; oscilloscope diagnostics, PicoScope, CAN bus, waveform analysis and much more! Subscribe to stay up to date! </video> <video> Cheap - But is it Good? Autel MK808S FULL TEST Description: Claim your FREE multimeter with annual sign up: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/diagnostic-coach?link=286&el=yt In this video, we explore the capabilities of the Autel MK808S, a powerful diagnostic tool for cars at an affordable price. We'll take you through the setup, key features, and how it can perform professional-level diagnostics on a range of vehicles. Stay tuned for a full breakdown of the live data functionality, fault code analysis, and advanced features like DPF regeneration. If you're looking for a cheap diagnostic tool for cars - this is a 'must watch'! Buy this tool... UK Link: https://amzn.to/3AUPBAJ USA Link: https://amzn.to/3zaocdK Be sure to download the Mechanic Mindset Mobile App! Search on your app store. Join the Free Training area: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/free-access?link=285&el=yt THANKS for using our product links; we get a small commission from ANYTHING you buy at no extra cost to you!! We invest that money back in to the channel to increase your viewing pleasure! My PicoScope Set Up: https://kit.co/mechanicmindset Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mechanicmindset The Mechanic Mindset channel is here to help you improve your automotive diagnostic skills. We upload regular, easy to understand, automotive training and tutorial videos covering topics such as; oscilloscope diagnostics, PicoScope, CAN bus, waveform analysis and much more! Subscribe to stay up to date! </video> <video> Dealer Wiring Diagrams For EVERYONE! Description: Claim your Free Diagnostic Process Poster: https://subscribepage.io/mechanic-mindset-fixdit-poster Getting the correct wiring diagrams for diagnostics is important for automotive fault finding. It's much better if you can get the manufacturer dealer wiring diagrams as they often show more information. In this video, we show how the workshop information company, eManual Online, offers a huge collection of auto repair manuals online. They sent us the wiring diagram and workshop information for our BMW and we were surprised at what they've sent us! We were given access to BMW ISTA, and we give you a quick tour of how to use it. Try eManual Online here: https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=510988&u=3445219&m=49176&urllink=&afftrack= Be sure to download the Mechanic Mindset Mobile App! Search on your app store. Join Mechanic Mindset and get a FREE multimeter! https://www.mechanicmindset.com/diagnostic-coach?link=286&el=yt Join the Free Training area: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/free-access?link=285&el=yt My PicoScope Set Up: https://kit.co/mechanicmindset Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mechanicmindset The Mechanic Mindset channel is here to help you improve your automotive diagnostic skills. We upload regular, easy to understand, automotive training and tutorial videos covering topics such as; oscilloscope diagnostics, PicoScope, CAN bus, waveform analysis and much more! Subscribe to stay up to date! </video> <video> This is the BEST Diagnostic Tool (and how to use it) Description: Claim your FREE Mechanic Mindset Multimeter here: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/diagnostic-coach?link=286&el=yt I'm often asked - what is the best diagnostic tool?! Most people expect a reply where I suggest some sort of OBD scan tool that does it all! Actually, I believe the multimeter is the best diagnostic tool, however, it's very important you know how to use it correctly! In this full multimeter training video, we show you how to make the most of your tool for automotive diagnostics. We check each feature and looks at tests like: voltage drop measurement, ground testing, alternator ripple test, fuse volt drop testing, parasitic battery drain, frequency testing and even an air conditioning efficiency test. Be sure to download the Mechanic Mindset Mobile App! Search on your app store. 00:00 Intro 1:06 Choosing a multimeter 6:48 The Best Leads to Use 9:13 AC Volts: Alternator Ripple Test 14:47 DC Volts: Battery Test 18:50 DC Volts: Voltage Drop 24:55 DC Volts: Ground Testing 29:00 Millivolt mV: Fuse Volt Drop 34:24 Ohms and Resistance Testing 39:37 Continuity Testing 42:46 Hertz Hz Frequency: Air Mass Meter Test 47:15 Amps: Battery Drain Test 53:56 Temperature Probe: Air Conditioning Test Get the fuse volt drop chart here: subscribepage.io/mechanic-mindset-fuse-volt-drop-chart Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mechanicmindset The Mechanic Mindset channel is here to help you improve your automotive diagnostic skills. We upload regular, easy to understand, automotive training and tutorial videos covering topics such as; oscilloscope diagnostics, PicoScope, CAN bus, waveform analysis and much more! Subscribe to stay up to date! </video> <video> Why Your Multimeter Isn’t Enough for 3-Phase Fuel Pumps | Mechanic Mindset Description: Diagnosing 3-phase fuel pumps requires precision tools. Discover why standard multimeters fall short and how to step up with milliohm meters and oscilloscopes. Be sure to download the Mechanic Mindset Mobile App! Search on your app store. Join Diagnostic Coach and get FREE MULTIMETER: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/diagnostic-coach?link=286 Join the Free Training area: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/courses/free-access-1 Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mechanicmindset The Mechanic Mindset channel is here to help you improve your automotive diagnostic skills. We upload regular, easy to understand, automotive training and tutorial videos covering topics such as; oscilloscope diagnostics, PicoScope, CAN bus, waveform analysis and much more! Subscribe to stay up to date! </video> <video> How to Identify a Three-Phase Fuel Pump | Mechanic Mindset Description: Three-phase fuel pumps are now common in modern diesel and petrol engines, and they work very differently from traditional DC fuel pumps. In this video, we’ll show you how to spot the difference between DC and three-phase fuel pumps. Join Diagnostic Coach and get FREE MULTIMETER: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/diagnostic-coach?link=286 Join the Free Training area: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/courses/free-access-1 Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mechanicmindset The Mechanic Mindset channel is here to help you improve your automotive diagnostic skills. We upload regular, easy to understand, automotive training and tutorial videos covering topics such as; oscilloscope diagnostics, PicoScope, CAN bus, waveform analysis and much more! Subscribe to stay up to date! </video> <video> UK Training Event with Brandon Stecker & Brin Kline! Description: Claim your Free Diagnostic Process Poster: https://subscribepage.io/mechanic-mindset-fixdit-poster It's not secret that Petrol is becoming the popular choice with consumers; your workshops will soon be full of the latest GDI fuel systems! Brandon Steckler and Brin Line are flying over from USA (courtesy of Elite Diagnostic Solutions) to tour the UK with their new course: A Logical Approach to Port Injection and GDI Drivability Concerns. I'll be joining them on Saturday 27th July in Taunton; however there may be an event near you. Find out more about the event here: https://elite-diagnostic-solutions.com/collections/automotive-training Be sure to download the Mechanic Mindset Mobile App! Search on your app store. Join Mechanic Mindset and get a FREE multimeter! https://www.mechanicmindset.com/diagnostic-coach?link=286&el=yt Join the Free Training area: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/free-access?link=285&el=yt My PicoScope Set Up: https://kit.co/mechanicmindset Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mechanicmindset The Mechanic Mindset channel is here to help you improve your automotive diagnostic skills. We upload regular, easy to understand, automotive training and tutorial videos covering topics such as; oscilloscope diagnostics, PicoScope, CAN bus, waveform analysis and much more! Subscribe to stay up to date! </video> <video> We Clean This 236k mile DPF - Full Of ASH! Description: Claim your Free Diagnostic Process Poster here: https://subscribepage.io/mechanic-mindset-fixdit-poster How do you remove ash from a DPF? In this video, we walk through the process of diagnosing and cleaning a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) with high ash content. We are using the Carbon Clean DCS 16 Pro off-car DPF cleaning machine. Watch as we measure back pressure readings before and after DPF cleaning, and discuss the benefits of off-car DPF cleaning using specialized equipment from Carbon Clean. Book a Carbon Clean demo or find out more here: https://www.garage-equipment.co.uk/mechanicmindset/ Be sure to download the Mechanic Mindset Mobile App! Search on your app store. Get a FREE MM Multimeter with the Diagnostic Coach Training Program: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/diagnostic-coach?link=286&el=yt Join the Free Training area: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/free-access?link=285&el=yt THANKS for using our product links; we get a small commission from ANYTHING you buy at no extra cost to you!! We invest that money back in to the channel to increase your viewing pleasure! My PicoScope Set Up: https://kit.co/mechanicmindset Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mechanicmindset The Mechanic Mindset channel is here to help you improve your automotive diagnostic skills. We upload regular, easy to understand, automotive training and tutorial videos covering topics such as; oscilloscope diagnostics, PicoScope, CAN bus, waveform analysis and much more! Subscribe to stay up to date! </video> <video> This Tool Sees What You Can’t and it’s AMAZING! Description: Claim your Free Diagnostic Process Poster: https://subscribepage.io/mechanic-mindset-fixdit-poster If you're not already using a thermal camera for automotive diagnostics, then this video will probably change that. I'm going to show you three cool diagnostic tests that you can do with thermal imaging cameras, using the TOPDON TC004 Lite and TC002C. The TC004 is a hand held camera, and the TC002 is an iPhone thermal camera. Join Mechanic Mindset and get a FREE multimeter! https://www.mechanicmindset.com/diagnostic-coach?link=286&el=yt USA Links: TOPDON TC002 (old IPhone): https://amzn.to/4eTxJGa TOPDON TC001 (Android): https://amzn.to/4cl4DgW TOPDON TC004 Lite: https://amzn.to/3VML6yW TOPDON TC005 (high-res): https://amzn.to/3zi9zEK UK Links: TopDon store: https://www.topdondiagnostics.co.uk/category/thermal-cameras TOPDON TC002C (iPhone USB-C): https://amzn.to/4biVswo TOPDON TC002 (old IPhone): https://amzn.to/3VMkcrf TOPDON TC001 (Android): https://amzn.to/3xCDpDu TOPDON TC004 Lite: https://amzn.to/4biINti TOPDON TC005 (high-res): https://amzn.to/3XIjkq8 Be sure to download the Mechanic Mindset Mobile App! Search on your app store. Check out Diagnostic Coach Training Program: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/diagnostic-coach?link=286&el=yt Join the Free Training area: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/free-access?link=285&el=yt My PicoScope Set Up: https://kit.co/mechanicmindset Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mechanicmindset We may get a small commission for qualifying sales using the links provided, at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support! The Mechanic Mindset channel is here to help you improve your automotive diagnostic skills. We upload regular, easy to understand, automotive training and tutorial videos covering topics such as; oscilloscope diagnostics, PicoScope, CAN bus, waveform analysis and much more! Subscribe to stay up to date! </video> <video> 4 Reasons To Choose This Butane Soldering Iron Description: Claim your Free Diagnostic Process Poster: https://subscribepage.io/mechanic-mindset-fixdit-poster In this video, we review the butane soldering iron: Portasol Super Pro 125 Kit. Here are the top 4 reasons I prefer butane gas soldering irons vs electric soldering irons. https://portasol.com/ Download the Mechanic Mindset Mobile App! Search on your app store. Join Mechanic Mindset and get a FREE multimeter! https://www.mechanicmindset.com/diagnostic-coach?link=286&el=yt Join the Free Training area: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/free-access?link=285&el=yt My PicoScope Set Up: https://kit.co/mechanicmindset Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mechanicmindset The Mechanic Mindset channel is here to help you improve your automotive diagnostic skills. We upload regular, easy to understand, automotive training and tutorial videos covering topics such as; oscilloscope diagnostics, PicoScope, CAN bus, waveform analysis and much more! Subscribe to stay up to date! </video> <video> Join us Live 20th October 7 PM UK - Advanced Battery Drain Diagnostics | Mechanic Mindset Description: Sign up to Diagnostic Coach membership here: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/diagnostic-coach Or sign up to Oscilloscope Masters here: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/oscilloscope-masters </video> <video> Watch This Before Buying a Scan Tool - Diagnostics in 2025 Description: Free Mechanic Mindset Diagnostics Lessons here: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/courses/free-access-1 Looking for the best diagnostic scan tool to enhance your automotive diagnostics? In this video, we use the new ThinkTool 399 to cover the Top 10 features every mechanic should look for when choosing a professional scan tool. This includes things like bi-directional control, coding, programming and AI diagnostics, a new feature for 2025! We also review the ThinkTool 399, a powerful automotive diagnostic tool equipped with all 10 must-have features, making it one of the best options for mechanics and workshops in 2025. 00:00 The Thinktool 399 00:56 What is Dual Diagnostics? 02:38 What is Diagnostics and how does it work? 07:18 What is Component Activation? 10:05 What important Service Functions do I need? 12:09 What is vehicle Programming? 16:40 How does Remote Diagnostics work? 18:37 What is ADAS? 20:10 How does Secure Gateway protects the vehicle? 22:32 Why is EV Pack Diagnostics important? 25:26 What is Fault Guidance? 30:52 Can Artificial Intelligence help in diagnosing cars? Want More Mechanic Mindset? Explore more advanced diagnostics and in-depth training with Mechanic Mindset. Join our community and take your skills to the next level: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/diagnostic-coach. Find out more on the ThinkTool 399 here: https://www.thinkcar.uk/think-euro-399-brand-new.html Be sure to download the Mechanic Mindset Mobile App! Search on your app store. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mechanicmindset The Mechanic Mindset channel is here to help you improve your automotive diagnostic skills. We upload regular, easy to understand, automotive training and tutorial videos covering topics such as; oscilloscope diagnostics, PicoScope, CAN bus, waveform analysis and much more! Subscribe to stay up to date! </video> <video> Join us Live 24th November 7 PM UK - Pulse Sensor and Compression Testing | Mechanic Mindset Description: Sign up to Diagnostic Coach membership here: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/diagnostic-coach?link=286&el=yt Or sign up to Oscilloscope Masters here: https://www.mechanicmindset.com/oscilloscope-masters?link=288&el=yt </video>

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"As a modern Automotive Technician the two most valuable tools are your hands and your mind, so wear gloves and watch Mechanic Mindset!"

Welcome to Mechanic Mindset. My name is Darren and for the last 14 years I have been writing and delivering Master Technician training for big auto brands globally. Now I want to help you improve your automotive diagnostic game; whether you are a DIY mechanic, apprentice or Master Technician, we have something for you!!

In this channel we will cover videos on how the latest vehicle technologies work, how to test them and ultimately how the systems are diagnosed. We will install faults and review them together in an easy to understand way and discover diagnostics techniques by thinking outside of the 'box'!

Join for free at mechanicmindset.com for PicoScope Waveform downloads and more training videos

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