Flat Rate Mechanic

Flat Rate Mechanic

Flat Rate Mechanic

Episodes 10
Avg. Duration 5m
Activity Highly Active
Since Jan 2026
Latest Episode Jan 2026

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About This Podcast

Welcome to the official @FlatRateMechanic podcast—the show where we put down the wrench and pick up the mic. Hosted by a real-deal technician living life by the flat rate code, we’re diving into the stuff that doesn't make it into the 10-minute tutorials.

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Recent Episodes

CVT Transmission Fluid Check: Toyota “No Dip Stick”

Jan 31, 2026 5m

# CVT Transmission Fluid Check: Toyota "No Dip Stick" Alright guys, so you've got a Toyota Corolla with the CVT transmission and you're trying to figure out how to check the fluid level, right? Well,…

Rear pads and rotors on front of vehicle

Jan 30, 2026 5m

Alright guys, just when you thought you saw it all in this business, something like this comes along. Had a customer roll in complaining their brakes didn't feel right, and get this - their uncle did…

Honda Engine Rattle at cold Start “VVT Actuator Replacement”

Jan 29, 2026 5m

# Honda Engine Rattle at Cold Start - VVT Actuator Replacement Alright guys, so you're getting that annoying clattering noise for about two seconds when you first start up your Honda Accord, and then…

DIY at home fuel system cleaning with seafoam

Jan 28, 2026 5m

Alright guys, so today we're gonna talk about cleaning your fuel system at home with Sea Foam. I've got a Subaru here that's been having some detonation issues, which is basically the engine knocking…

Are you getting scammed or do you really need brake pads?

Jan 27, 2026 4m

Alright guys, so here's the deal - you took your car in for service and they're telling you that you need new brake pads. But do you really? Or are they trying to sell you something you don't…

Jeep power

Jan 26, 2026 4m

I appreciate you reaching out, but I've got to be real with you guys here - there's no transcript content to work with. The thing is, the transcript section in your request is completely empty. It…

Easy way to tell what side to fill your cars gas tank on. #gas #automobile

Jan 25, 2026 5m

Alright guys, here's something that 90% of people don't know about their car, and honestly, it's gonna save you from that awkward moment at the gas station. You know what I'm talking about - you're…

VSC, Trac light, and Engine light on, Let me Explain

Jan 24, 2026 5m

Alright guys, let me clear up some confusion real quick. If you're seeing your check engine light, VSC light, and traction control light all lit up like a Christmas tree on your Toyota or Lexus…

Trick for making your car hood stay up “Bad hood shocks”

Jan 23, 2026 5m

Alright guys, so you're dealing with weak hood struts and your hood keeps trying to come down on your head while you're working under there. I get it - it's annoying as hell. The thing is, you don't…

Crazy Hack Tried to get State Inspection

Jan 19, 2026 5m

Alright guys, I want to show you something that absolutely blew my mind when this truck rolled in for a state inspection. This guy genuinely thought he was going to pass inspection with this setup,…

#tesla #automobile #mechanic #howto eadlight replacement in Tesla model s

Jan 18, 2026 5m

Alright guys, so today we're gonna walk through how to replace a headlight bulb in a Tesla Model S. Now, the thing is, this is actually more accessible than a lot of people think. You're not gonna…

Honda battery light, not what you would think! #automobile #Honda

Jan 17, 2026 4m

Alright guys, so you've got your Honda battery light on and you're probably thinking it's the alternator, right? That's what everybody assumes. But the thing is, on a lot of modern Hondas, that…

P0420 code? How to clean your catalytic converter. #converter #mechanic #diy #automobile

Jan 16, 2026 5m

Alright guys, so you've got that dreaded P0420 code lighting up your dashboard. Before you panic and start looking at expensive catalytic converter replacements, I'm gonna show you a trick that might…

Three major reasons never to buy a Kia.

Jan 15, 2026 5m

Alright guys, so I'm gonna lay out three major reasons why you should think twice before buying a Kia. And look, I'm not just trying to bash Kia here – these are real issues that affect real owners…

How to Program Jeep Grand Cherokee Key Fob

Jan 14, 2026 5m

# How to Program Jeep Grand Cherokee Key Fob (And What to Do When It Fails) Alright guys, so picture this: you're sitting in your 2015 Jeep Cherokee Limited, and there's this annoying beep that just…

How to figure out what engine sensor to replace.

Jan 13, 2026 5m

# How to Figure Out What Engine Sensor to Replace Look, one of the most common things I see people do is just start throwing parts at their car when the check engine light comes on. They'll swap an…

P0011 Fix Camshaft Timing Money Saving Tips #carrepair

Jan 12, 2026 5m

Alright guys, so if you've got any of these codes showing up on your scanner – P0011, P0012, P0013, P0014, or any of those camshaft timing codes – this could literally save you hundreds of dollars.…

How To Program New GMC Key / Theft Pass Lock Key

Jan 11, 2026 4m

Alright guys, Flat Rate Mechanic here. So you need to program a new key for your GMC truck, or maybe you just replaced an ignition lock cylinder like we did on this one, and now you've got that…

How to Find AC Leak Most Common Places Your Cars AC Leaks!

Jan 09, 2026 5m

Alright guys, so I had a customer come in who's been dealing with one of those really frustrating AC problems - he keeps filling up his system and within a week, all the refrigerant just leaks right…

How to test your ignition coil if your engine is misfiring

Jan 08, 2026 5m

Alright guys, if you're dealing with an engine misfire, I'm gonna show you the easiest way to test your ignition coil without spending a bunch of money on tools. The thing is, misfires can be a pain…

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