Tearing Apart A Broken IONIQ 5 Drive Unit Out of Spec Renew 2026-08-18 | Alex tears apart the Hyundai Ioniq 5 rear drive unit to find out why it kept throwing overcurrent faults. He drains nearly 3.4 L of gearbox oil, pulls the junction box and resolver cover, and starts digging into the inverter and gearbox!Check out our merch: shop.outofspecstudios.comAlex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#hyundai #ioniq5 #repair
Model S P85D Would Not Go Into Drive! Tracking Down The Problem Out of Spec Renew 2026-09-17 | I was called out to diagnose a Tesla Model S P85D, built in November 2014, that would not go into Drive. The PRND indicators turned red, the car had no throttle response and immediately shifted back into Park, and the owner reported a motor-encoder fault. Since the owner had already replaced the encoder sensor, I expected to find either a defective replacement part or inverter damage caused by coolant intrusion. Instead, I tracked the problem down to a broken 5-volt reference wire in the encoder harness!Check out our merch: shop.outofspecstudios.comAlex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#tesla #models #repair
234,000-Mile Ford F-150 Lightning Needs A New Battery! Out of Spec Renew 2026-09-10 | A 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Lariat Standard Range arrived at my shop with a failed battery pack – and nearly 234,000 miles on the odometer! Considering the mileage, its original pack had an impressively long life.To get the owner back on the road without an unnecessarily expensive repair, I installed a used Standard Range battery pack. The donor pack had several damaged connectors, so I transferred the necessary components from the original pack before completing the swap.Check out our merch: shop.outofspecstudios.comAlex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#lightning #f150 #battery
Tesla Model S Battery Failures: Most Common Problems Out of Spec Renew 2026-08-27 | I pulled a first‑generation Model S pack (an 85 kWh pack out of a 2015 P85D) and dug into the common failure points I keep getting questions about. The car came in because of a voltage sense harness/ VSSH alert, but once I opened the pack I found the usual suspects: moisture intrusion from the umbrella valve area, a disconnected sense wire on module 8, and a corroded BMB (those C26/C27 caps) on module 9.Check out my friend's website covering other failure points: evinventions.comCheck out our merch: shop.outofspecstudios.comAlex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast00:00 - Howdy, Folks!00:48 - 1st Gen Battery02:57 - Moisture Intrusion10:56 - BMB Capacitor Failure14:00 - Isolation & Pyrofuse Issues21:00 - Other Failures24:48 - Remanufactured Packs30:44 - Fault Code Diagnostics39:41 - Diagnostic Tools49:21 - Resources & Wrap-up#tesla #models #battery
I Fully Tore Apart & Fixed My Tesla Model S Air Conditioning System! Out of Spec Renew 2026-08-11 | I finally tore into the AC on my personal 2015 Tesla Model S – full refrigerant recovery, new desiccant cartridge (drier), louver replacement, condenser/radiator cleaning, vacuum/leak test, and a recharge. I used a pair of Yellow Jacket recovery machines I picked up at an auction (one R134a in use, one 1234yf still waiting), and walked the system through service mode and the thermal tests. Join me for a deep dive into the repair and everything it took to get the Model S’s AC back in action!Check out our merch: shop.outofspecstudios.comAlex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#tesla #models #ac
Hyundai IONIQ 5 Motor Replacement – How I Fixed An $8,000 Dealer Repair Myself Out of Spec Renew 2026-08-04 | In this video, I replace the rear drive unit in a 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5 RWD after it starts intermittently shutting down, usually once it gets hot. With over 153,000 miles on the odometer and an ~$8,000 dealer quote for a new motor, I source a low-mileage used drive unit and tackle the swap myself.Follow along as I drop the entire rear subframe, disconnect the high-voltage and coolant connections, separate the integrated axle and wheel-bearing assemblies, install the replacement drive unit, and put everything back together.Check out our merch: shop.outofspecstudios.comAlex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#hyundai #ioniq5 #repair
This Tesla Model S Wouldnt Lift – So I Manually Raised The Air Suspension! Out of Spec Renew 2026-07-28 | FINAL CALL! EV Raffle drawing on July 30. One ticket – THREE chances to win a brand-new EV! Go to bit.ly/RenewEVraffle to get your ticket for $200 and support CCAN Action Fund.I need to get this Tesla Model S onto the lift, but its collapsed air suspension has other plans. With the car unable to power up normally, I build a custom Milwaukee M12-powered "magic box" to manually inflate the suspension, walk through the wiring and connector pinout, and finally get the front end to rise!Check out our merch: shop.outofspecstudios.comAlex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#tesla #models #airsuspension
Complete BMW i3 Brake Overhaul: Rotors, Pads, & Wear Sensor Fix Out of Spec Renew 2026-07-23 | Enter CCAN Action Funds EV Raffle for the Planet for your chance to win a brand new EV! Thousands of UNSOLD tickets with just weeks left to enter. Drawing is July 30th. Get your ticket today at bit.ly/RenewEVraffle.In this video, I tackle a complete front brake job on a rough BMW i3, replacing the rotors, Bosch brake pads, and wear sensors while cleaning and lubricating all of the caliper slide pins and hardware. Along the way, I diagnose and fix a stubborn brake wear warning and explain why EV brakes tend to fail very differently from those on gas cars – thanks to regenerative braking, it's usually corrosion and sticking components rather than worn-out pads that cause problems. Follow along as I bring this i3's braking system back to proper working order and share some tips for keeping EV brakes healthy for the long haul!Check out our merch: shop.outofspecstudios.comAlex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#bmw #i3 #brakes
Why So Many Tesla Model S Windows Stop Working! Out of Spec Renew 2026-07-18 | FINAL CALL! EV Raffle drawing on July 30. One ticket – THREE chances to win a brand-new EV! Go to bit.ly/RenewEVraffle to get your ticket for $200 and support CCAN Action Fund.Today, I work on a 2013 Tesla Model S to fix an intermittent driver's window that wouldn't roll back up after the door closed – a classic failure caused by the door wiring harness, where the wires fatigue over time at the hinge. I pull the door apart and install a brand-new OEM Tesla door harness to eliminate the intermittent connection and restore proper operation. Join me for another fun and interesting repair video!Check out our merch: shop.outofspecstudios.comAlex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#tesla #models #repair
Why I Chose To Be An Electric Vehicle Mechanic Out of Spec Renew 2026-07-13 | Enter CCAN Action Funds EV Raffle for the Planet for your chance to win a brand new EV! Thousands of UNSOLD tickets with just weeks left to enter. Drawing is July 30th. Get your ticket today at bit.ly/RenewEVraffle.I sat down for a relaxed Q&A with Kyle and ended up sharing the story of how I became an EV mechanic – from my sketchy high school motorcycle conversion to studying mechanical engineering at Oregon State, building fast-charger kits at Quick Charge Power (QC Charge), and eventually specializing in high-voltage EV diagnostics. I explain what drew me to powertrains and battery systems, who inspires me (Watch Wes Work, South Main Auto Repair, and Benjamin Nelson), and why filming sometimes helps – and sometimes gets in the way of – real diagnostics.Check out our merch: shop.outofspecstudios.comAlex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast00:00 - Howdy, Folks!00:34 - CCAN Raffle01:51 - How I Started03:26 - EV / High-Voltage Specialty06:23 - Filming, Diagnostics, & Mentors09:15 - Finding Customers10:37 - Favorite Cars To Work On11:58 - Cars & I've Owned30:00 - Motorcycles, Projects, & Next Steps#repair #ev #q&a
I Lowered My Fiat 500e Using Facebook Marketplace Parts! Out of Spec Renew 2026-07-06 | FINAL CALL! EV Raffle drawing on July 30. One ticket – THREE chances to win a brand-new EV! Go to bit.ly/RenewEVraffle to get your ticket for $200 and support CCAN Action Fund.I lowered my 2013 Fiat 500e with a set of 500 Madness lowering springs I picked up on Facebook Marketplace. I walk through the whole job – from getting the car on the lift, taking the front suspension apart with my spring compressor, swapping in the progressive front springs, dropping out the rear twist-beam springs, and then battling through an alignment.Check out our merch: shop.outofspecstudios.comAlex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#fiat #500e #springs
This Tesla Model Y Is One Of The Most Damaged Ive Ever Repaired! Out of Spec Renew 2026-07-02 | Enter CCAN Action Funds EV Raffle for the Planet for your chance to win a brand new EV! Thousands of UNSOLD tickets with just weeks left to enter. Drawing is July 30th. Get your ticket today at bit.ly/RenewEVraffle.In this video, I take on a heavily damaged 2020 Tesla Model Y that was purchased from Copart and brought into the shop for a rear drive unit and subframe replacement after a major rear-end collision.The damage is extensive: the rear motor mount has sheared off, the drive unit spins but no longer drives the wheels, both CV boots are torn, one of the lower control arms was heated and straightened, and the dismantler even cut one of the wiring pigtails.I walk through the entire repair process, including safely powering the vehicle down (disconnecting the 12V battery, removing the first-responder loop, and enabling Tow and Parking Brake Service Modes), draining the cooling system, removing the rear subframe, and installing a used 2023 Model Y rear drive unit and subframe assembly that the customer sourced.If you're interested in Tesla repairs, collision damage, or seeing what it takes to bring a salvage EV back to life, this one's for you.Check out our merch: shop.outofspecstudios.comAlex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#tesla #modely #repair
I Fixed This Arcimoto That Wouldnt Drive, Charge, Or Turn On! Out of Spec Renew 2026-06-28 | I brought a 2020 Arcimoto FUV (a reverse-trike, tandem two-seater built in Eugene, OR) back to life after it had been sitting for about a year and a half and wouldn't power on. The owners said they had left it plugged in while they were on vacation, but when they returned it wouldn't drive or charge, so it ended up sitting ever since. I wasn't familiar with these vehicles, so this was my first time digging into one.Check out our merch: shop.outofspecstudios.comAlex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#arcimoto #repair #ev
Tesla Model 3 Matrix Headlight Retrofit Process Out of Spec Renew 2026-06-22 | I retrofitted a pair of global Matrix headlights onto Tijmen's 2018 Tesla Model 3 and documented the whole install – teardown, Toolbox reconfiguration, aiming, and a quick TPMS fix. These swap the old SAE reflector units for projector-based global headlights that give a much cleaner look and adaptive/high-beam pixel control!Check out our merch: shop.outofspecstudios.comAlex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#tesla #matrix #retrofit
I Found A Free EV Conversion Project! But Its In Rough Shape... Out of Spec Renew 2026-06-14 | In this video, Alex goes to pick up and EV conversion project he found that someone was giving away for free! However, it turns out to be a bit more of a project than he had initially bargained for... Check out our merch: shop.outofspecstudios.comAlex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#porsche #914 #ev
First Generation Tesla Model S Air Suspension Ride Height Calibration Process Out of Spec Renew 2026-06-08 | Kyle just bought a really early Signature Tesla Model S – #182 – and the rear was noticeably squatted, so I ran a full air suspension ride-height calibration to get it sitting level and predictable for long-term use. If you’ve got an early Model S/X with Continental air suspension or you’re curious how Toolbox ride-height routines actually work, this is the one!Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#tesla #models #repair
Our Electric Mercedes B-Class Has No Heat! This Is How I Fixed It Out of Spec Renew 2026-06-01 | Kyle's 2014 Mercedes B‑Class Electric came in with no heat and a mysterious rear rattle — turns out the heater pump's LINbus feedback wire had been chewed through (rodent damage). This is the electric B‑Class that uses a Tesla‑supplied powertrain, so the car still uses a coolant‑based heater with a pump and resistor block. I show how I diagnosed and fixed the wiring, safely disconnected 12V and the high‑voltage interlock, and got the heat blowing again.Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#mercedes #bclass #repair #heater
I Fixed This Chevy Bolts Dangerous Sticky Steering Problem! Out of Spec Renew 2026-05-25 | Go to bit.ly/RenewEVraffle for your chance to win a Rivian, Lucid, or Porsche EV up to $115,000 - YOU CHOOSE! The second-prize winner will choose between a Rivian R2, Volkswagen ID. Buzz, or Hyundai Ioniq lineup! And third prize is a Chevy Bolt! Your $200 ticket helps support the nonprofit work of CCAN Action Fund.I replaced the sticky steering rack on a 2019 Chevy Bolt — the first customer car at my new shop in North Carolina. The grease inside the rack had hardened, causing the steering wheel not to return to center properly. I dropped the subframe just enough to remove the steering gear, installed a genuine GM replacement rack, replaced the rear motor mount and both outer tie rod ends, then finished everything off with an alignment.Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#chevrolet #bolt #repair #steering
Every E-Tron Will Fail This Way! How To Check Motor Coolant Intrusion Problem Out of Spec Renew 2026-05-18 | One ticket – THREE chances to win. First prize has the choice of a Rivian, Lucid, or Porsche EV! Second prize has a choice of a Rivian R2, Volkswagen ID. Buzz, or Hyundai Ioniq lineup! Third place gets a Chevrolet Bolt! Go to bit.ly/RenewEVraffle to get your ticket for $200 and support the CCAN Action Fund.I put Alyssa's 2019 Audi e-tron on the lift to check for the infamous motor coolant intrusion issue and show you exactly how to inspect both drive units. The front motor has three small drain plugs — so you’ll need ramps or jack stands, patience, T25/T30 bits, and plenty of finger leverage. The rear motor uses a visible catch reservoir. Spoiler alert: the front was dry, but the rear reservoir was full of pink coolant!Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#audi #etron #repair #ev
I Bought A Kia EV9 100kWh Battery Pack for $1,600! Teardown & What I’m Building With It Out of Spec Renew 2026-05-13 | 1 ticket, 3 chances to win! Go to bit.ly/RenewEVraffle today to buy your $200 ticket and support our friends at CCAN Action Fund. First prize is a Rivian, Lucid or Porsche EV! Second prize has a choice of a Rivian R2, Volkswagen ID. Buzz, or Hyundai Ioniq lineup, and third is a Chevy Bolt. Only 10,000 tickets will be sold and there will be 3 winners!I bought a Kia EV9 long-range battery pack off eBay and tore it apart so I could harvest the modules for EV projects. The pack is nearly 100 kWh and consists of 38 modules, each a 4S “brick” rated at roughly 2.6 kWh. I picked it up from an auto dismantler for about $1,365 plus shipping, bringing the total to around $1,600, or roughly $16 per kWh. I wanted to build a permanent battery for my Sol Invictus project, and I’ll be using 11 modules from this pack.Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#kia #ev9 #battery #evbattery
Our Audi E-Tron Wouldn’t Charge! Fixing Charge Port Latching Mechanism Out of Spec Renew 2026-05-10 | Go to bit.ly/RenewEVraffle for your chance to win a Rivian, Lucid, or Porsche EV up to $115,000 - YOU CHOOSE! The second-prize winner will choose between a Rivian R2, Volkswagen ID. Buzz, or Hyundai Ioniq lineup! And third prize is a Chevy Bolt! Your $200 ticket helps support the nonprofit work of CCAN Action Fund.Alyssa's 2019 Audi e-tron wouldn’t reliably lock the charging plug, so I dug into the charge port latching mechanism to find out why. After pulling codes ("charge connector lock mechanical malfunction" and a couple of U-codes that turned out to be ghost codes) I brought the car into the shop, tore into the port, and fixed — then replaced — the little actuator/servo that pushes the locking pin!Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#audi #etron #repair
Our EV Collection Needs Help! Diagnosing Our Quirky Electric Cars Out of Spec Renew 2026-05-05 | One ticket – THREE chances to win. First prize has the choice of a Rivian, Lucid, or Porsche EV! Second prize has a choice of a Rivian R2, Volkswagen ID. Buzz, or Hyundai Ioniq lineup! Third place gets a Chevrolet Bolt! Go to bit.ly/RenewEVraffle to get your ticket for $200 and support the CCAN Action Fund.I spent a day at the Out of Spec track and new shop, digging through the fleet – diagnosing a range of older EVs, fixing what I could, and flagging what needs deeper work. Along the way, I tore into battery packs, ran Autel diagnostics, and – most satisfyingly –fixed Kyle’s e-Golf start button just by cleaning the contacts.In this video, you’ll see me check out a rare Coda EV with very low mileage and a weak 12V battery, dig into a first-gen RAV4 EV with suspected weak cells, and inspect a couple of Nissan Leafs—including the Leaf limo, which has a heavily degraded rear pack with noticeable imbalance. I also scan a Mercedes B-Class (isolation test passed, heater pump suspected), run diagnostics on a BMW i3 (needs brakes), and check a Spark EV with a surprisingly healthy battery.There are also projects in the mix: an S10 and Ranger EV build, an epic van missing cells, and more. Tools used include an Autel VCI, jump pack, picks – and yes, a VW-branded cleaner for that e-Golf button.A few surprises: the e-Golf worked perfectly after a quick contact clean, the B-Class passed isolation despite intermittent faults, and the Spark’s battery looked far better than expected.If you’ve got parts, tips, or leads on rare gear, drop them in the comments—especially if you’ve dealt with start-button issues or BMS/CAN bridge quirks!Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#carcollection #ev #bmw #volkswagen #mercedes #i3
I Turned A Mitsubishi i-MiEV Into A Farm Truck – Meet iMoo! Out of Spec Renew 2026-04-28 | I took a beat-up Mitsubishi i-MiEV and turned it into a tiny farm truck for Scot’s 70-acre horse farm – i-MiEV turns iMoo! In this video, I strip the interior, remove the doors, cut back the roof (while keeping the structure around the battery intact), fix a strange dome light/charger fuse issue, and build a plywood load floor so Scot can haul hay.Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast00:00 - Howdy, Folks!01:28 - i-MiEV Backstory, Roof, & Structure Plan04:58 - Wash & Door Removal06:34 - Seats & Carpet Removal21:29 - Hatch & Wiring Issues25:33 - Headliner & Dome Lights31:58 - Roof Cutting Begins35:40 - Roofless Test Drive39:34 - Rigidity & Off-Road Test41:06 - Electrical & Charging Fix43:02 - Load Floor Build45:03 - iMoo Meets Scot48:23 - Wrap-up & Next Steps#mitsubishi #conversion #ev #farm
I Moved Into My New EV Repair Shop In North Carolina – Full Tour & Projects Out of Spec Renew 2026-04-21 | I finally moved into my new shop in North Carolina – drove everything from Portland, my trailer arrived yesterday, and this video is the first walkthrough unpacking the space, the cars, and the immediate to-do list. I show what I brought (Fiat 500e, Solectria Force, a BMW i3 motor crate, a few GEM cars with LiFePO4 packs, and my toolboxes) and explain what’s broken, what survived, and what still needs setup!Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast00:00 - Howdy, Folks!00:21 - Shop Tour03:35 - Cars & Projects08:00 - Moving Truck & Damage11:55 - Setup & Organization13:18 - Back Side Tour & Plans14:24 - Wrap & Next Steps#repairshop #ev #shoptour #automotive
Goodbye! Im Finally Moving My Shop To North Carolina Out of Spec Renew 2026-04-14 | I moved my entire shop into a 28-foot semi-trailer and show how I packed it all up, why I built pallet stacks, and the unexpected issues that came up along the way. Using a drop-off carrier (U-Pack), I loaded everything onto pallets and crates, stacking up to ~8 feet high (with 9 feet of interior space) to use as little trailer length as possible – since you pay by the foot.Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast00:00 - Howdy, Folks!00:20 - Shop Packing Tour07:38 - Trailer Planning10:03 - Loading The Trailer12:03 - Car Door Repair18:49 - Trailer Packed & Wrap-up#upack #trailer #moving
I Brought A Rare 90s Electric Car Back To Life – With A Sketchy Temporary Battery! Out of Spec Renew 2026-04-07 | This is a Solectria Force – a rare early-’90s electric car conversion based on a Geo Metro, with only a few hundred ever built. I got mine running again using a very janky donor pack: A damaged 2015 Chevy Volt battery pack shoved into the trunk so the car could drive onto a trailer for my move to North Carolina. The Volt pack had a cracked lid, a punctured base plate, and a leaking coolant line, but the modules were low mileage and the cell voltages sat around 3.88V – good enough for a quick, temporary rebuild.In this video, you’ll see me open the Volt pack, wrestle module groups into the Force’s tiny trunk (yes, with a forklift and a heavy-duty cardboard box), decide between 42S vs. 48S, and ultimately wire up a ~48S configuration (bypassing the small 6S section). I add a crude busbar and fuse, then power the car up. I don’t have the BMS programming cable or a proper charge inlet, so this is a standalone pack with no active BMS or charging—for now. It’s just enough capacity (roughly 3–6 kWh usable, realistically ~3–3.5 kWh) to move the car and test drive it around the yard.Voltage under acceleration hit ~140V, regen worked, and I’ll be unplugging the service disconnect during transport since there’s no 12V battery. This setup is sketchy, temporary, and not roadworthy long-term – but it got the job done.Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast00:00 - Howdy Folks!01:32 - Volt Pack Overview06:43 - Battery Pack Opening12:44 - Fit Decision14:24 - Rigging Battery on Forklift20:32 - Battery In Trunk23:53 - Day Two Decisions & NC Plans28:13 - Wiring & Power-Up30:03 - Drive Test34:37 - Wrap-up & Transport#solectriaforce #repair #ev
BMW i3 Motor Replacement: I Had To Completely Disassemble The Rear End! Out of Spec Renew 2026-03-31 | In this video, Alex replaces a faulty “E-Machine” (aka, traction motor) in a BMW i3 REX. The particular issue with this motor was a bearing failure, which was causing intermittent encoder sensor faults leading to the car shutting down and leaving the driver stranded. This is a known problem area for the i3, and the fix is to either rebuild or replace the motor. In this case, we went for a replacement with a newer motor that has an improved design. Removing the drive unit assembly from the i3 requires a lot of disassembly, so follow along as Alex shows the process from start to finish. Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast00:00:00 - Howdy, Folks!00:00:24 - Motor Fault Explained00:02:13 - Test Drive & Noise00:03:53 - HV Safety Disconnect00:06:07 - Rear Disassembly Plan00:07:49 - Wheels & Bumper Off00:13:09 - Coolant Drain & Exhaust00:18:05 - Crossmembers & Axles00:22:01 - Charging Electronics Removal00:31:14 - Prep To Drop Unit00:37:07 - Drive Unit Removal00:54:13 - New Motor Prep01:05:03 - Unbolt Motor Housing01:07:38 - Bearing Inspection01:12:47 - New Motor Installation01:28:48 - Prep & Reinstalling Drive Unit01:33:16 - Electrical Reassembly01:36:21 - Exhaust & Airbox Fit01:41:58 - Gearbox Drain & Fill01:45:00 - CV Axles & Final Prep01:49:41 - Assembly Finalized & Clearing out Faults01:52:54 - Taking The i3 Out For A Spin!01:56:07 - Adding Coolant & Wrap-up#bmwi3 #motor #replacement
This One Part Caused My Fiat 500e To Completely Stop Driving! Out of Spec Renew 2026-03-24 | In this video, I remove the parking pawl motor from a Fiat 500e, tear it down, and diagnose why it completely stopped working. This motor came from a customer’s car that I swapped with my own (which was working) some time ago to get them back on the road quickly.Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast00:00 - Howdy, Folks!01:32 - Issue, Access, & Removal09:03 - Bench Disassembly10:50 - Servo Motor Testing15:03 - Assembly Issue Found19:28 - Pressing Out The Rotor23:26 - Issue With Brush Condition28:30 - Parts & Planning Fix31:05 - Replacing The Brush36:07 - Bearing Installing & Bearing Press40:49 - Reassembling The Motor46:57 - Reinstall & Test53:39 - Wrap-up#fiat500e #repair #ev
I Had To Drop The Battery! Tesla Model S HV Cable Disaster & Major Repair Out of Spec Renew 2026-03-17 | In this video, Alex runs into seized cables while performing a rotor coolant delete manifold install on the Large Drive Unit in this Tesla Model S P90D. Due to severe corrosion, the cables couldn’t be removed and had to be cut and replaced. Because these are single-use cables on vehicles equipped with the Tesla Rapid Splitter, the repair also required replacing the entire Rapid Splitter assembly, along with the under-seat high-voltage cables that connect to the onboard charger.Follow along as Alex walks through the full replacement process, including removing the high-voltage battery and using specialized tools to complete the job.Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast00:00 - Howdy Folks!06:01 - Battery Removal Prep07:19 - Rapid Splitter Disassembly17:45 - New Splitter Installation25:58 - Reassembly & Wrap-up#tesla #repair #splitter
2000 Ford Ranger EV Battery Cell Repair! Fixing A Bad LFP Conversion Out of Spec Renew 2026-03-10 | Join Alex as he diagnoses the battery issues on this 2000 Ford Ranger EV. This truck was previously upgraded from its original NiMH (Nickel–Metal Hydride) batteries to more modern LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) cells, but unfortunately the quality of the workmanship and engineering wasn’t great, leading to several problems. On top of that, the wiring under the hood had become a complete rat’s nest and needed serious cleanup, with several connections requiring proper repairs.Follow along as Alex tears into the pack to replace faulty cells and uncovers additional issues along the way, including water intrusion and corrosion. Working within a limited budget, he addresses as many of these problems as possible without rebuilding the entire battery pack. He also cleans up the underhood wiring and replaces the charge port harness.By the end, the truck still has some underlying issues, but it should hopefully serve its owner for the foreseeable future. Eventually, the battery will need a full rebuild to properly resolve the remaining problems.Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast00:00 - Howdy Folks01:00 - Ford Ranger EV & Tools06:35 - BMS Diagnosis & Drive19:37 - Pack Removal & Inspection42:12 - Cell Repair & Reassembly55:51 - Testing, Re-wiring & Wrap-up1:19:29 - Conclusion#fordranger #ev #repair
I Install A Model X Battery Pack With My New BendPak Battery Lift! Out of Spec Renew 2026-03-03 | Join Alex as he shows off his new favorite tool in the shop! While he originally was planning on waiting until after his move to North Carolina to get one of these, he ended up coming across a really great deal on this BendPak battery lift table. He immediately knew he had to take the opportunity to snag it for nearly two thirds off its normal MSRP. This particular unit had been purchased by a city maintenance shop a year or two ago to service their EV fleet, but they realized they likely weren’t going to use it much (if at all) and decided to sell it to free up some space. It was still brand new, wrapped in plastic, and had never even been filled with hydraulic fluid! This tool is going to make life much easier for Alex when it comes to removing and installing battery packs, subframes, etc. Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast00:00 - Howdy Folks03:17 - Features & Specs08:54 - Battery Installation Demo15:55 - Wrap-up & Plans#lift #evbattery #repair #ev
Tesla Model S Drivers Door Controls Completely Dead! Here Is How I Fixed It Out of Spec Renew 2026-02-26 | Join me as I diagnose and repair a frustrating issue on a 2016 Tesla Model S — completely dead driver's door controls! Windows, mirrors, locks… nothing working. In this step-by-step walkthrough, I track down the problem from the initial symptoms to the final fix, including fuse checks, door panel removal, controller diagnostics, handle isolation testing, and a full retrofit installation. I also cover parts options, what failed, and how to properly calibrate everything once it’s back together.Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast00:00 - Howdy Folks00:33 - Door Controls Issue04:50 - Fuse Diagnosis09:58 - Door Panel Removal13:49 - Controller Diagnostics16:19 - Handle Isolation Test21:39 - Parts Arrival & Options27:56 - Retrofit Installation51:54 - Calibration & Wrap-up#models #doors #broken
Chevy Spark EV Has No Heat! Replacing The Faulty Coolant Pump Out of Spec Renew 2026-02-22 | Chevy Spark EV heater not working? Join Alex as he diagnoses why this Chevy has no cabin heat and walks through replacing the faulty coolant pump to restore warm air. This is a common issue not only on the Spark EV, but also on the Chevy Bolt EV — and it can leave you freezing. Thankfully, the fix is more straightforward than you might think.Follow along as Alex performs step-by-step diagnostics, including checking PTC heater operation, confirming coolant circulation, and ruling out blend door or actuator problems. He’ll show you where the coolant pump is located (under the 12V battery tray), how to remove and replace it, then properly refill and bleed the cooling system to get heat flowing again.Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast00:00 - Intro & Diagnosis05:57 - Parts & Prep13:55 - Car Lifted & Access15:08 - Remove & Replace Pump32:01 - Conclusion & Outro#chevyspark #ev #heater #repair #ptc #coolant #pump
Tesla Needs An Oil Change? Model 3 Gearbox Fluid Exchange Process Out of Spec Renew 2026-02-18 | Thinking Tesla doesn’t need an “oil change”? Think again. This step-by-step gearbox fluid exchange for a 2018 Tesla Model 3 (applies to Model Y) shows exactly how to drain, replace the filter, and refill both front and rear drive units safely and correctly.In this video you’ll learn how to: remove the pump to drain the front and rear drive units, replace the gearbox filter, use a pressurized fluid pump to accurately fill the drive unit, and run the pump with a 12V source to ensure the full fluid capacity is reached. I cover tool tips (EP Torx, 8mm Allen, strap/chain wrench), fluid specs (EDF-2 vs Tesla’s KF-1), and capacities (front ~1.3 L, rear original ~2.1 L / 4DU ~2.3 L). You’ll also see common pitfalls—stubborn fill plugs, fragile pump housings, and how to avoid running the pump dry.Key takeaways: EV maintenance matters—plan gearbox fluid service around 50k–100k miles; using the correct procedure and a pressurized pump ensures the fluid reaches the filter, motor passages, and cooling circuits; and you don’t need Tesla dealer-only parts to do this service if you follow the steps and safety tips shown.Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************00:00 - Howdy Folks01:24 - Lift & Skid Plates02:45 - Front Pump Drain Method06:43 - Filter Removal & Replacement08:23 - Pump Refit & Prep Fill09:55 - Fluid Spec & Measuring12:19 - Pressurized Pump Fill Start14:18 - Pump Harness16:35 - Front Cleanup → Move Rear16:47 - Rear Pump Removal & Drain19:12 - Rear Fill & Capacity Notes23:55 - Final Checks & OutroIf you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#tesla #oil #gearbox
Tesla Roadster Cant DC Charge! Fixing The Aftermarket JdeMO Fast Charging Kit Out of Spec Renew 2026-02-15 | Join Alex as he dives into a charging issue on a 2009 Tesla Roadster equipped with an aftermarket QC Charge JdeMO DC fast charging kit. Why won't it fast charge — and what does it take to get this early Tesla back on DC power?Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#tesla #roadster #dcfc #chademo
My EV Repair Shop Is Moving Across The Country! Logistics, Equipment For Sale, & More Out of Spec Renew 2026-02-11 | Alex is moving! He is making the trek to North Carolina to join the rest of the Out of Spec crew. In this video he talks about what the plan is and what he currently has for sale before he is officially out of OR.Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#evrepair #moving #forsale
Old Tesla Model S Steering Is Binding! Super Easy Fix Out of Spec Renew 2026-02-08 | Join Alex as he takes a look at a 2013 Tesla Model S with a steering binding issue and walks through a surprisingly inexpensive fix. He breaks down what causes the problem, how it affects driving, and what it takes to get the steering feeling right again.Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#tesla #repair #models
Big Upgrade For This 2021 Tesla Model Y! Juniper Suspension Retrofit Out of Spec Renew 2026-02-04 | A customer comes in to have the old suspension on their 2021 Tesla Model Y replaced. Alex installs the new Model Y Juniper suspension, transforming the car for the better.IONNA Meetup: ionna.com/blog/ionna-turns-twoAlex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#tesla #modely #suspension
I Bought A Broken Fiat 500e! Let’s Bring It Back To Life Out of Spec Renew 2026-01-30 | This Fiat 500e arrived at Alex's shop unable to drive or charge. The issue turned out to be incorrect voltage readings from the BPCM – a known 500e problem. Join Alex as he drops the battery, replaces the BPCM, and brings the car back to life!Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast
Customer Cant Get In Their Car! Rebuilding Tesla Model S Door Handles Out of Spec Renew 2026-01-26 | Join Alex as he tackles a common Tesla Model S issue, rebuilding the door handle on a 2013 Model S with new wiring and a replacement sensor.Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast
Upgrading F-150 Lightning Battery Pack! Dead Standard Range Swapped w/ Extended Range Out of Spec Renew 2026-01-21 | A customer brings in a Ford F150 Lightning with battery pack issues. Alex was able to source the customer a new (used) pack. Unfortunately the pack had some broken components on it so Alex had to swap them over from the old pack. Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#evrepair #batteryswap #lightning
Customers Chevy Bolt EV Would Not Move! I Fixed It With One Part Out of Spec Renew 2026-01-15 | This Chevrolet Bolt EV arrived at Alex’s shop unable to move under its own power. The owner had initially thought there was an internal issue with the drive unit, but upon investigation, it turns out it was just the front right CV axle. Alex went ahead and replaced both front axles to rectify the issue.Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast
Doing The Impossible! RWD Model S 100kWh Battery Swap Out of Spec Renew 2026-01-09 | Alex has in a Tesla Model S in for a battery upgrade. The customer is going from a 85kWh pack to a 100kWh pack.In-depth Battery Swap: youtube.com/watch?v=iuUG6W2lt4gAlex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#tesla #evrepair #batteryswap
I-MiEV Revival! A Few Mistakes And Lots Of Crusty Bolts Out of Spec Renew 2026-01-02 | Alex finally has time to work on the second Out of Spec I-MiEV. He gets this one back up and running but not everything goes smoothly when he installs the new battery.Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#evrepair #imiev #batteryswap
I Saved My Customer Thousands! Repairing Kia Niro EV Drivetrain Out of Spec Renew 2025-12-13 | Alex has a customer’s Kia Niro EV in the shop to replace bearings in the drive train. Motor removal video: Hyundai Kona Loss Of Propulsion! Failed Bearing Destroys Gearboxyoutu.be/dyAGPAM1rQMAlex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#evrepair #mechanic #kianiro
Restoring My Electric Solectria Force! It Starts To Move Out of Spec Renew 2025-12-05 | A while back Alex bought a Solectria Force as a project car. It did not drive when he bought it so in the video he tries to get it to move under its own power. Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#evrepair #solectriaforce #mechanic
BMW i3 Won’t Move After Big Repair Bill! Heres How I Fixed It Out of Spec Renew 2025-11-27 | Fanttik is running a big Black Friday Sale now!Use code OOSRX10C to save a total of 33% off the Fanttik X10 Cross All-in-one tire inflator at amzn.to/4ivgLjuA customer brings in a BMW i3 for a EME replacement. Alex goes through how it is all done and what event wrong. Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#Fanttik #FanttikTireInflator
Out Of Warranty By 800mi! Replacing The BECM On This Gen 2 Chevy Volt Out of Spec Renew 2025-11-16 | Alex takes in a Chevy Volt to replace the BECM which is the BMS. This is the first time he has done this repair so come along a see what it takes. Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#evrepair #volt #chevy
Beware! My Customer Got Scammed On A Used Nissan LEAF Battery Pack Out of Spec Renew 2025-11-05 | A customer came into the shop after finding out that they got scammed on a used battery pack for a Nissan Leaf. Alex explains what happened and shows us the state of the pack. Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#evrepair #mechanic #electriccar
Mercedes Dealer Wanted My Customer To Replace Their Coolant Pump! I Fixed It w/ A Simple Scan Tool Out of Spec Renew 2025-10-29 | Alex has a Mercedes Electric come in for a coolant pump reset. The lift Kit: https://www.littlebig.supply/store/p3/smart-453-lift-kit.html#/Alex's email: Alex@outofspecstudios.comAlex's shop: wattworks-ev.com***************************************************************************Send your questions and content suggestions! info@outofspecstudios.comFind all of our Amazon must-haves here:amazon.com/shop/influencer-3317696dFor more behind the scenes content:Follow @Out_of_Spec on X: twitter.com/Out_of_Spec***************************************************************************If you liked this video, we recommend checking out some of our other channels! Out of Spec Reviews: @OutofSpecReviews Out Of Spec Motoring: @OutofSpecMotoring Out Of Spec Detailing: @OutofSpecDetailing Out of Spec Podcast: @OutofSpecPodcast#evrepair #automobile #mechanic
