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Jacks Professional Problem Solver Guide. "JPPSG"
Make / Model / Year / Edition.
Step 1 Tag of PR-Build data picture posted ( Last 6 of VIN can be omitted for privacy )
Step 2 Status of car stock or modified in any way? If so list!
Step 3 "VCDS" COMPLETE Auto-Scan in code tags!
Step 4 Describe recent repairs or services, problem at hand, & attempts at repair.
Step 5 Are parts OEM or AFT? If so, "what", and what origin?
Step 6 Identify specific issues to be addressed/concerned about, or say ALL.
Step 7 Now that you jumped through the first few hoops of fire, did you check the FUSES/Battery connections?
Good Information Guideline.
1 Focus discussion on symptom description!
2 Ask questions that clarify what, when, where, & frequency.
3 Summarize your understanding & get agreement in forum or from colleagues.
4 Explain what you will do to proceed, & get forum acknowledgement.
5 Do you have a proper repair manual? If not get one!
http://forums.ross-tech.com/showthread.php?5999-Where-do-I-get-a-Wiring-Diagram
6 Do you know how to read a schematic? If not see "How to read WD section" or link to Jef.
http://forums.ross-tech.com/showthr...ead-wiring-diagrams-the-videos-(final-version)
7 Check part numbers are accurate, & firmware versions of VCDS + respective controllers are of latest release.
8 Did you check CHARGING SYSTEM HEALTH, BATTERY & FUSES "YET"?
Diagnosing, Brain storming, & the Final Solution!
1 Describe problem ( List known symptoms ) Nix opinions or disguised solutions
2 Verify & Analyze ( Duplicate if possible, & list possible causes...... RTFB! the trouble tree, TSB's & for FOD )
Further..... FOD of hardware, & or electronically modified firmware/software/emissions defeat/delete devices is essential now...... do not negate this! Look for any discrepancies in codification when compared to other modules. Actually review Time Stamps Miles and the information made available in a DTC, such as a G or N destinations and use as a search in WD.
3 Locate the problem ( Prioritize and identify work times + safety limits, the use of chemicals or tool requirements )
4 Repair the Problem ( Determine the cause & not just treat an effect )
5 Conduct a quality Check of your work and verify you fixed it!
Always follow up reporting back to the Forum to help the next guy.
IF ANY OF THE ABOVE IS TOO MUCH TO COMPLY WITH, YOU SHOULD CONSIDER SEEKING A PROFESSIONAL SHOP VISIT.
Make / Model / Year / Edition.
Step 1 Tag of PR-Build data picture posted ( Last 6 of VIN can be omitted for privacy )
Step 2 Status of car stock or modified in any way? If so list!
Step 3 "VCDS" COMPLETE Auto-Scan in code tags!
Step 4 Describe recent repairs or services, problem at hand, & attempts at repair.
Step 5 Are parts OEM or AFT? If so, "what", and what origin?
Step 6 Identify specific issues to be addressed/concerned about, or say ALL.
Step 7 Now that you jumped through the first few hoops of fire, did you check the FUSES/Battery connections?
Good Information Guideline.
1 Focus discussion on symptom description!
2 Ask questions that clarify what, when, where, & frequency.
3 Summarize your understanding & get agreement in forum or from colleagues.
4 Explain what you will do to proceed, & get forum acknowledgement.
5 Do you have a proper repair manual? If not get one!
http://forums.ross-tech.com/showthread.php?5999-Where-do-I-get-a-Wiring-Diagram
6 Do you know how to read a schematic? If not see "How to read WD section" or link to Jef.
http://forums.ross-tech.com/showthr...ead-wiring-diagrams-the-videos-(final-version)
7 Check part numbers are accurate, & firmware versions of VCDS + respective controllers are of latest release.
8 Did you check CHARGING SYSTEM HEALTH, BATTERY & FUSES "YET"?
Diagnosing, Brain storming, & the Final Solution!
1 Describe problem ( List known symptoms ) Nix opinions or disguised solutions
2 Verify & Analyze ( Duplicate if possible, & list possible causes...... RTFB! the trouble tree, TSB's & for FOD )
Further..... FOD of hardware, & or electronically modified firmware/software/emissions defeat/delete devices is essential now...... do not negate this! Look for any discrepancies in codification when compared to other modules. Actually review Time Stamps Miles and the information made available in a DTC, such as a G or N destinations and use as a search in WD.
3 Locate the problem ( Prioritize and identify work times + safety limits, the use of chemicals or tool requirements )
4 Repair the Problem ( Determine the cause & not just treat an effect )
5 Conduct a quality Check of your work and verify you fixed it!
Always follow up reporting back to the Forum to help the next guy.
IF ANY OF THE ABOVE IS TOO MUCH TO COMPLY WITH, YOU SHOULD CONSIDER SEEKING A PROFESSIONAL SHOP VISIT.
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