Jordan Hill

Jordan Hill

  • Certification: ASE Master Certification A1 - A8
  • Specialization: diagnostic
  • Experience: 25 years

Jordan Hill is an ASE Master Certified Technician with over 24 years of experience diagnosing and repairing all makes and models, from domestic light trucks to high-performance imports. Known for his expertise in advanced diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, ADAS calibration, and hybrid/electric vehicle systems, Jordan has managed shops, led teams, and mentored the next generation of technicians. His work blends hands-on mechanical skill with cutting-edge technology, including factory scan tools, lab scopes, and remote diagnostic platforms.

Beyond the shop floor, Jordan is a seasoned automotive technical writer whose work appears in leading industry publications like TOYOTAtech, Nissan TechNews, IMPORT Service, the bimmer pub, and derFix. He has developed training content for virtual reality platforms, AI-driven diagnostic systems, and online learning programs, bridging the gap between complex automotive technology and real-world repair. Whether turning a wrench or crafting technical guides, Jordan’s mission is clear—equip technicians with the knowledge and confidence to get the job done right the first time.

Articles by Jordan Hill

2022 Toyota Camry1 - The Lean Camry: How Pinching Pennies Could Cost You Thousands

The Lean Camry: How Pinching Pennies Could Cost You Thousands

We all try to save money where we can: conserving, going without, or pinching pennies (pinching nickels nowadays). There...

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2013 Chevy Caprice6 - Bringing A 2013 Chevy Caprice Police Cruiser Back To Life

Bringing a 2013 Chevy Caprice Police Cruiser Back to Life

As this Chevy Caprice pulled into the shop’s parking lot, I got the first look at the retired black...

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2020 Toyota Sienna2 - Awd Malfunction On A 2020 Toyota Sienna: How A $6 Component Caused So Much Confusion

AWD Malfunction on a 2020 Toyota Sienna: How a $6 Component Caused so much Confusion

This 2020 Toyota Sienna was a referral from another shop, a few towns away. The work order stated that...

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2014 Subaru Crosstrek1 1 - Fixing A 2014 Subaru Crosstrek | Continuously Variable Transmission Issues

Fixing a 2014 Subaru Crosstrek | Continuously Variable Transmission Issues

Today, we will be diving into the upside-down world of Subaru valve bodies. While Subaru’s continuously variable transmissions (CVT)...

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2001 Gmc Sierra7 - The Most Memorable Fix Of My Life: 2001 Gmc Sierra

The Most Memorable Fix of my Life: 2001 GMC Sierra

As the years of wrenching accumulate, cars tend to blur together, and co-workers come and go. The earlier days...

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2012 Vw Jetta3 - Volkswagen Flashing Glow Plug Warning Light? Vacuum Issue Led To Wrong Repair On This 2012 Jetta

Volkswagen Flashing Glow Plug Warning Light? Vacuum Issue Led to Wrong Repair on this 2012 Jetta

A diagnosis can take many twists and turns before one finally lands on the right solution. One such example...

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2018 Ram Promaster11 - Abs Light + Horrible Grinding? The $5 Wire That Took Down A Van

ABS Light + Horrible Grinding? The $5 Wire That Took Down a Van

Wiring is the central nervous system of an automobile. Almost every vehicle component requires an electrical connection to function...

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Toyota Fix 4 - 2007 Toyota Tundra Transmission Problems: Symptoms, Codes P0751 &Amp; P2714, And Fix

2007 Toyota Tundra Transmission Problems: Symptoms, Codes P0751 & P2714, and Fix

The following vehicle study is a real-world example of diagnosing and repairing a Toyota transmission issue. Our customer, Jake,...

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Ford Ranger4 1 - Ford Ranger 2019: Diagnosing Wipers, Turn Signals, And Srs Failures From One Hidden Problem

Ford Ranger 2019: Diagnosing Wipers, Turn Signals, and SRS Failures from One Hidden Problem

As mechanics, we face dangers every day: cuts, scrapes, burns, and bloody knuckles, to name a few. Don’t get...

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2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Actuator Ac Module - Mechanic’s Guide: Fixing A 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee A/C That Blows Hot

Mechanic’s Guide: Fixing a 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee A/C That Blows Hot

Our tale begins on a hot and humid midwestern summer day. The heroine of the story, Callie, arrived at...

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