Audatex DBRM States that when replacing a new door shell, labor to R&I “Vapor Barrier” is included. An example where the vapor barrier may be NOT INCLUDED, is when the vapor barrier needs R&I or [...]
Dye penetrant testing to inspect for non-visible cracks or defects is a process that may need to be performed during damage diagnosis, part inspection or in-process after welding work is completed. Labor and material costs [...]
Utilization of a recycled part for a repair is decision between the vehicle owner and their chosen repair facility. When considering the costs associated with a recycled part it is important to understand the additional [...]
In DEG inquiry 18510 , MOTOR updated the labor for lowering the headliner to NOT INCLUDED with the Roof Rack R&I labor. Both labor operations are now independent of each other, allowing the repairer to [...]
The Audatex DBRM, Section 5-5 glossary of Audatex Terms, defines the term Combination Suspension as: “The Audatex term for raising and supporting a vehicle.” Labor to raise and support the front and or rear is [...]
Two recent DEG inquiries 18493 & 18494 identified that the labor associated with the door glass run channel(s) is NOT included in the door skin, or door outer panel replacement. “MOTOR feedback: The run channel [...]
Cleaning of spilled fluids in the repair facility and the vehicle due to accident damage is NOT INCLUDED in all three-estimating system. Mitchell Response DEG Inquiry 18351 “Thank you for your inquiry, Cleaning spilled or [...]
Not all estimating platforms handle seam sealer on welded-replaced panels the same. In Mitchell addresses their unique approach in the MITCHELL CEG “Procedure Explanations” for the specific panel you are replacing. The example below is [...]
DEG Users can now find an updated version of MOTOR Guide to Estimating (GTE)in a downloadable PDF document link in the “Estimate Toolbox”. All changes in the current GTE document are marked in blue text. [...]
AudatexDBRM Page 152 Section 4-4 Refinish Guidelines shows that second color and clear coat set up as NOT INCLUDED in published refinish times. “Second Color Setup: Second Color Setup .4 (not two-tone) may be necessary [...]
