AI-Assisted Diagnostics Take the Spotlight at SEMA 2026
Toyota RAV4 Steering Issue After Collision Repair
Vehicle: 2022 Toyota RAV4, 4WD, L4-2.5L (A25A-FXS), Hybrid, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
Mileage: 50,661 Miles
Problem: The RAV4 had been hit hard on the left front. The subframe and front wheels/tires were replaced. After repairs were made, the body shop found that the steering would bind when turning. They replaced the steering rack and programmed it.
Mitsubishi Outlander Battery Won’t Charge
Vehicle: 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, 2WD, L4-2.0L (4B11), Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
Mileage: 77,112 Miles
Problem: The vehicle’s battery discharges while running or sitting. A brand new known good alternator, which had been bench tested three times, was not charging the battery. If the vehicle was left idling, it would run the battery down then the engine would die. There was no parasitic current draw on the battery.
Economical Fix for Chrysler Pacifica with SRS DTC - B1BB9-00
Vehicle: 2024 Chrysler Pacifica, FWD, V6-3.6L, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
Mileage: 29,215 Miles
Problem: While the customer was driving the vehicle, the supplemental restraint system (SRS) airbag light came on. He took the vehicle to the dealership, where they found diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1BB9-00 – Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) Airbag Squib Circuit Coupling. They replaced SRS Module, but the DTC was still there.
Suburban Reverse Lamps and Backup Camera Always On
Vehicle: 2022 Chevy Suburban, 4WD, L6-3.0L DSL Turbo, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
Mileage: 193,004 Miles
Problem: The operator of this airport shuttle complained that both the reverse lights and backup camera screen stayed on with the engine running. Nothing happened with the engine off. The reverse camera and lights also came on when stepping on the brake pedal.
SUPER MARIO DIAGNOSTICS TECH TIP
2014 BMW X1 No Crank - WAKEUP signal causing PT‑CAN down
In this video Mario Rojas (aka Super Mario Diagnostics) is faced with a persistent no-crank condition accompanied by constantly running windshield wipers. By analyzing the vehicle's electrical system and tracking the wake-up signal through the PT-CAN bus, the diagnostic process involves systematically isolating various modules to identify the source of the communication fault.
ADAS Showcase expanded and made interactive for this year’s SEMA Show goers
Repairer Driven News’ Lurah Lowery Highlights This Showcase
Through its newly launched ADAS Council, the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) is working with SEMA Show organizers to significantly expand this year’s ADAS Showcase, according to a press release. SCRS and SEMA say the showcase will be newly interactive, bringing vehicle manufacturers, technical experts, working technicians, and calibration technology together on the show floor.
Bringing the Wrong Kind of Thump
TRENDING TSB
The only thing thumping in your Pacifica should be the sound system. But owners of certain 2023-2024 Chrysler Pacificas may find their front suspension adding a percussion section every time they drive over a bump. According to Chrysler Technical Service Bulletin 02-007-24 Rev. A, a distorted upper spring isolator can cause a front-end rattle, thump or clunk on vehicles built from May 1, 2023, through Jan. 8, 2024.
ALLDATA Strengthens OEM Collision Repair Planning with New Enhancements
The OEM information provider trusted by 76% of collision shops introduces new Repair Planner capabilities that help shops build more complete repair plans, document required procedures, and improve communication with insurers.
Elk Grove, Calif.— (October 21, 2026)—ALLDATA®, an AutoZone® company and the industry's leading provider of OEM repair information, today announced new enhancements to ALLDATA Repair Planner™, giving collision repair facilities new tools to identify OEM-required procedures, strengthen repair documentation, and create more complete repair plans.
Trusted by more than 400,000 automotive technicians worldwide, ALLDATA Repair® is the industry leader for up-to-date, unedited OEM automotive repair information.* Our database covers over 38,000 engine-specific vehicles – 95% of all vehicles on the road today.
