Observed arrival · 2026-08-29
Bench Master puts automotive computers on the bench
A Western North Carolina service repairs, tests, and VIN-programs automotive control modules sent in by shops and DIY owners.
Field notes
The workflow begins with a mailed-in module and an intake lookup code, followed by regulated bench power, current-draw checks, and communication testing through a breakout box. The page distinguishes serviceable board faults from non-serviceable internal valve bodies on hydraulic units, and warns that ABS or VSA assemblies must be drained and bagged before shipment. VIN programming is described as available where the vehicle platform supports it.
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