Audatex DBRM Section 4-2 Labor Exclusions identify the following NOT INCLUDED:
- Body Materials are not included in Audatex labor values.
- OEM aesthetic appearance matching of sealants, sound deadening or bonding materials
- Application of seam sealer on new parts that require seam sealer.
- Adhesive curing times.
- Removal of panel bonding adhesive material.
- Removal of debris, grease, corrosion, protective coatings, or other materials impeding replacement, R&I, or refinishing of parts.
- Restoration of corrosion-protective coatings (e.g., galvanizing, zinc coatings, E-coat ‘equivalent,’ and other like materials). (Standard Manual Entry M14 is available). For more detailed information, see Refinish section.
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