Shift
Modern toolsfor the whole shop.
Techs, service advisors, and shop owners all deserve software that keeps up with the way cars — and your business — actually run today.
Shift brings modern, easy-to-use tools that streamline workflows, speed up diagnostics, and make documentation effortless.
Shift
06: Cylinder Power Balance Test
With the engine running, perform the Cylinder Power Balance Test with a scan tool.
Next Step
07: Verify Cylinder Power Balance Test
Verify the engine speed changes as each injector is disabled and enabled.
No Change
Speed Changes
08: Operate the Vehicle
Within the conditions for Running the DTC, operate the vehicle. You may also operate the vehicle within the Freeze Frame/Failure records data.
Next Step
Troubleshooting
If engine speed does not change, refer to:
Circuit/System Testing
Continue
Diagnostic Progress
8/10 steps completed
Diagnosis
System Testing
Repair
Test & Validation
Confirmation
Back
View Progress
Who it’s for
Powerful for every role in your shop.
Whether you’re under the hood, at the service desk, or managing the business, Shift is built for you.
Technicians
Shift puts verified repair data, specs, and step-by-step diagnostic flows right in your hand. Mobile-first access and easy documentation mean less wasted time and cleaner, more complete repairs.
Service Advisors
Instantly surface service history gaps, OEM recommendations, and repair order issues. Build accurate, trustworthy estimates and present recommendations that help customers say yes.
Shop Owners & Admins
Simplify payroll, PTO, and accounting with tools made for shops — while tracking profitability and catching cost leaks early. Make smarter decisions and keep your bottom line healthy.
For Technicians
Diagnostics, documentation, and data — right where you work
Designed for the way technicians actually move — quick lookups, simple notes, and guided help when you need it.
Mobile-First Access
Fast, mobile-friendly lookups for specs, fluids, resets, and critical details — so you’re never stuck hunting for info.
Step-by-Step Diagnostics
Clear, structured diagnostic flows that walk you through complex jobs and keep you moving with confidence.
Confirmed Fixes
Searchable, proven repair history that lets techs and advisors reference what’s already worked. Solve repeat issues faster, avoid wasted steps, and keep every fix truly fixed.
Repair Documentation
Document work beyond the repair order and store it for future reference — so the next job is faster and cleaner.
Repair Data You Can Trust.
Access real-world fixes, proven solutions, and reliable service instructions — straight from the manufacturers
Coming Soon
Lube-Tech Tools
One-tap access to drain plug and filter locations, supported fluids, torque specs, and oil interval reset instructions.
For Service Advisors
Your second set of eyes on every RO.
Automated maintenance and repair order intelligence that catches what humans miss — before you talk to the customer.
Service IQ
Stop leaving revenue and safety behind. Service Intelligence reviews each vehicle’s history and OEM specs to surface overdue maintenance and missed recommendations before the job closes.
Keep your ROs complete, profitable, and customer-ready.
Repair Order Review
Your second set of eyes on quality and accuracy. Intelligent checks refine tech and customer notes, catch duplicate or incorrect parts, and flag missing details tied to each repair.
Coming Soon
For Shop Owners
Run your shop, not spreadsheets.
A complete HR and Accounting platform to streamline pay plans, payroll reporting, PTO, financial reporting, and accounting system syncs
Payroll Automation
Run payroll the way your shop really works. Instantly build reports from your exact pay structure, route them for approval in-house or with your accountant, and export ready-to-upload files. Create and track PTO policies and plan compensation with built-in estimators — all from one place.
Accounting, Simplified
Modern accounting solutions for modern shops. Simplify your accounting sync, audit YTD, and catch discrepancies before they become an issue.
Parts Invoice Tracking
Bring visibility to every part and every cost. Track invoices as they come in, highlight SMS mismatches before they cause problems, and surface hidden expenses so you can protect margins and keep repair orders clean.
Try Shift
Run a smarter, stronger shop.
Shift brings together everything your team needs — trusted data, intelligent workflows, and powerful automation — so technicians, service advisors, and shop owners can focus on what matters: faster fixes, cleaner ROs, and a more profitable shop.
Copyright Shift Automotive - 2025©
Modern toolsfor the whole shop.
Techs, service advisors, and shop owners all deserve software that keeps up with the way cars — and your business — actually run today.
Shift brings modern, easy-to-use tools that streamline workflows, speed up diagnostics, and make documentation effortless.
06: Cylinder Power Balance Test
With the engine running, perform the Cylinder Power Balance Test with a scan tool.
Next Step
07: Verify Cylinder Power Balance Test
Verify the engine speed changes as each injector is disabled and enabled.
No Change
Speed Changes
08: Operate the Vehicle
Within the conditions for Running the DTC, operate the vehicle. You may also operate the vehicle within the Freeze Frame/Failure records data.
Next Step
Troubleshooting
If engine speed does not change, refer to:
Circuit/System Testing
Continue
Diagnostic Progress
8/10 steps completed
Diagnosis
System Testing
Repair
Test & Validation
Confirmation
Volkswagen Golf R
Diagnosis
View Progress
Who it’s for
Powerful for every role in your shop.
Whether you’re under the hood, at the service desk, or managing the business, Shift is built for you.
Technicians
Shift puts verified repair data, specs, and step-by-step diagnostic flows right in your hand. Mobile-first access and easy documentation mean less wasted time and cleaner, more complete repairs.
Service Advisors
Instantly surface service history gaps, OEM recommendations, and repair order issues. Build accurate, trustworthy estimates and present recommendations that help customers say yes.
Shop Owners & Admins
Simplify payroll, PTO, and accounting with tools made for shops — while tracking profitability and catching cost leaks early. Make smarter decisions and keep your bottom line healthy.
For Technicians
Diagnostics, documentation, and data — right where you work
Designed for the way technicians actually move — quick lookups, simple notes, and guided help when you need it.
06: Cylinder Power Balance Test
With the engine running, perform the Cylinder Power Balance Test with a scan tool.
Next Step
07: Verify Cylinder Power Balance Test
Verify the engine speed changes as each injector is disabled and enabled.
No Change
Speed Changes
08: Operate the Vehicle
Within the conditions for Running the DTC, operate the vehicle. You may also operate the vehicle within the Freeze Frame/Failure records data.
Next Step
Troubleshooting
If engine speed does not change, refer to:
Circuit/System Testing
Continue
Diagnostic Progress
8/10 steps completed
Diagnosis
System Testing
Repair
Test & Validation
Confirmation
Volkswagen Golf R
Diagnosis
View Progress
Mobile-First Access
Fast, mobile-friendly lookups for specs, fluids, resets, and critical details — so you’re never stuck hunting for info.
Step-by-Step Diagnostics
Clear, structured diagnostic flows that walk you through complex jobs and keep you moving with confidence.
Confirmed Fixes
Searchable, proven repair history that lets techs and advisors reference what’s already worked. Solve repeat issues faster, avoid wasted steps, and keep every fix truly fixed.
Repair Documentation
Document work beyond the repair order and store it for future reference — so the next job is faster and cleaner.
Repair Data You Can Trust.
Access real-world fixes, proven solutions, and reliable service instructions — straight from the manufacturers
Coming Soon
Lube-Tech Tools
One-tap access to drain plug and filter locations, supported fluids, torque specs, and oil interval reset instructions.
For Service Advisors
Your second set of eyes on every RO.
Automated maintenance and repair order intelligence that catches what humans miss — before you talk to the customer.
Service IQ
Stop leaving revenue and safety behind. Service Intelligence reviews each vehicle’s history and OEM specs to surface overdue maintenance and missed recommendations before the job closes.
Keep your ROs complete, profitable, and customer-ready.
Repair Order Review
Your second set of eyes on quality and accuracy. Intelligent checks refine tech and customer notes, catch duplicate or incorrect parts, and flag missing details tied to each repair.
Coming Soon
For Shop Owners
Run your shop, not spreadsheets.
A complete HR and Accounting platform to streamline pay plans, payroll reporting, PTO, financial reporting, and accounting system syncs
Payroll Automation
Run payroll the way your shop really works. Instantly build reports from your exact pay structure, route them for approval in-house or with your accountant, and export ready-to-upload files. Create and track PTO policies and plan compensation with built-in estimators — all from one place.
Accounting, Simplified
Modern accounting solutions for modern shops. Simplify your accounting sync, audit YTD, and catch discrepancies before they become an issue.
Parts Invoice Tracking
Bring visibility to every part and every cost. Track invoices as they come in, highlight SMS mismatches before they cause problems, and surface hidden expenses so you can protect margins and keep repair orders clean.
Try Shift
Run a smarter, stronger shop.
Shift brings together everything your team needs — trusted data, intelligent workflows, and powerful automation — so technicians, service advisors, and shop owners can focus on what matters: faster fixes, cleaner ROs, and a more profitable shop.
“© 2025 Shift Automotive. All rights reserved.
Modern toolsfor the whole shop.
Techs, service advisors, and shop owners all deserve software that keeps up with the way cars — and your business — actually run today.
Shift brings modern, easy-to-use tools that streamline workflows, speed up diagnostics, and make documentation effortless.
06: Cylinder Power Balance Test
With the engine running, perform the Cylinder Power Balance Test with a scan tool.
Next Step
07: Verify Cylinder Power Balance Test
Verify the engine speed changes as each injector is disabled and enabled.
No Change
Speed Changes
08: Operate the Vehicle
Within the conditions for Running the DTC, operate the vehicle. You may also operate the vehicle within the Freeze Frame/Failure records data.
Next Step
Troubleshooting
If engine speed does not change, refer to:
Circuit/System Testing
Continue
Diagnostic Progress
8/10 steps completed
Diagnosis
System Testing
Repair
Test & Validation
Confirmation
Volkswagen Golf R
Diagnosis
View Progress
Who it’s for
Powerful for every role in your shop.
Whether you’re under the hood, at the service desk, or managing the business, Shift is built for you.
Technicians
Shift puts verified repair data, specs, and step-by-step diagnostic flows right in your hand. Mobile-first access and easy documentation mean less wasted time and cleaner, more complete repairs.
Service Advisors
Instantly surface service history gaps, OEM recommendations, and repair order issues. Build accurate, trustworthy estimates and present recommendations that help customers say yes.
Shop Owners & Admins
Simplify payroll, PTO, and accounting with tools made for shops — while tracking profitability and catching cost leaks early. Make smarter decisions and keep your bottom line healthy.
For Technicians
Diagnostics, documentation, and data — right where you work
Designed for the way technicians actually move — quick lookups, simple notes, and guided help when you need it.
06: Cylinder Power Balance Test
With the engine running, perform the Cylinder Power Balance Test with a scan tool.
Next Step
07: Verify Cylinder Power Balance Test
Verify the engine speed changes as each injector is disabled and enabled.
No Change
Speed Changes
08: Operate the Vehicle
Within the conditions for Running the DTC, operate the vehicle. You may also operate the vehicle within the Freeze Frame/Failure records data.
Next Step
Troubleshooting
If engine speed does not change, refer to:
Circuit/System Testing
Continue
Diagnostic Progress
8/10 steps completed
Diagnosis
System Testing
Repair
Test & Validation
Confirmation
Volkswagen Golf R
Diagnosis
View Progress
Mobile-First Access
Fast, mobile-friendly lookups for specs, fluids, resets, and critical details — so you’re never stuck hunting for info.
Step-by-Step Diagnostics
Clear, structured diagnostic flows that walk you through complex jobs and keep you moving with confidence.
Confirmed Fixes
Searchable, proven repair history that lets techs and advisors reference what’s already worked. Solve repeat issues faster, avoid wasted steps, and keep every fix truly fixed.
Repair Documentation
Document work beyond the repair order and store it for future reference — so the next job is faster and cleaner.
Repair Data You Can Trust.
Access real-world fixes, proven solutions, and reliable service instructions — straight from the manufacturers
Coming Soon
Lube-Tech Tools
One-tap access to drain plug and filter locations, supported fluids, torque specs, and oil interval reset instructions.
For Service Advisors
Your second set of eyes on every RO.
Automated maintenance and repair order intelligence that catches what humans miss — before you talk to the customer.
Service IQ
Stop leaving revenue and safety behind. Service Intelligence reviews each vehicle’s history and OEM specs to surface overdue maintenance and missed recommendations before the job closes.
Keep your ROs complete, profitable, and customer-ready.
Repair Order Review
Your second set of eyes on quality and accuracy. Intelligent checks refine tech and customer notes, catch duplicate or incorrect parts, and flag missing details tied to each repair.
Coming Soon
For Shop Owners
Run your shop, not spreadsheets.
A complete HR and Accounting platform to streamline pay plans, payroll reporting, PTO, financial reporting, and accounting system syncs
Payroll Automation
Run payroll the way your shop really works. Instantly build reports from your exact pay structure, route them for approval in-house or with your accountant, and export ready-to-upload files. Create and track PTO policies and plan compensation with built-in estimators — all from one place.
Accounting, Simplified
Modern accounting solutions for modern shops. Simplify your accounting sync, audit YTD, and catch discrepancies before they become an issue.
Parts Invoice Tracking
Bring visibility to every part and every cost. Track invoices as they come in, highlight SMS mismatches before they cause problems, and surface hidden expenses so you can protect margins and keep repair orders clean.
Try Shift
Run a smarter, stronger shop.
Shift brings together everything your team needs — trusted data, intelligent workflows, and powerful automation — so technicians, service advisors, and shop owners can focus on what matters: faster fixes, cleaner ROs, and a more profitable shop.
“© 2025 Shift Automotive. All rights reserved.