The different types of diagnostic strategies.
Dave Facciuto is the former owner ASE Master Technician at Dave’s Import Service in Medford, Oregon. Dave is still active in the industry as a consultant and shares his technical and business management knowledge with his former shop and the industry at large. His extensive background in diagnostic strategies has provided a unique perspective on how best to develop your own diagnostic process for both new and experienced technicians working on today’s modern vehicle technology.
In this episode of the ATI Podcast, we’ll talk with Dave about the different types of diagnostic strategies. Listen in as Dave shares his insights on:
- His background and experience which allowed him to transfer his knowledge of import repair to a wide range of both import and domestic vehicles.
- Being a certified master technician for over 30 years.
- Why the need for basic how-to diagnostic knowledge is fundamental to creating an effective diagnostic process.
- What show owners should be doing to develop the next generation of diagnostic specialists in their shops.
- The importance of ongoing training to hone diagnostic and repair skills.
- Why a simple diagnostic challenge is the best way to start with young technicians and how the knowledge they acquire can be shared with other technicians in the shop.
- The difference between strategy-based and differential diagnostics.
- Why starting with the basics to verify the complaint leads to effective diagnostic strategies.