Recent DEG Inquiry 23296 provides feedback on “Adjacent Panel Damage” for welded panel replacement. “Mitchell labor times represent labor tasks being performed in a collision repair facility equipped with the necessary tools and equipment, and [...]
Recent DEG Inquiry 38189 provide feedback on "Aim Distance Sensor" for Lexus and Toyota vehicles front millimeter wave radar (mmWave). "The estimated work time includes all steps/procedures called out by the OEM service information. The calibration step called [...]
Solera Qapter DBRM page 145 section 4-4 Refinish Guideline states "Audatex does not include refinish labor for roof or bed underside."
MCE Users can quickly see estimate repair cost breakdown by clicking on the down arrow next to repair cost.
Qapter users can select "PANEL, BODYSIDE QTR UPR" for either refinish or blend operation when in "Quarter and Rocker Panel" section. Labor and materials to extend paint on roof rail or nearest breakpoint is NOT [...]
DBRM Section 5-2 FAQ: Question: When you are refinishing an exterior sheetmetal panel, is the time to mask the gap opening between the adjacent panels included in the Audatex refinish time? Answer: Yes, Audatex’s refinish time includes [...]
MOTOR has updated its Guide to Estimating (GTE) P-Pages "Estimated Work Time Does not include" list Capping, covering electrical connectors and fluid lines (all types) to prevent contamination Material/consumable product costs
Mitchell users can activate recommendations for suggested calibrations in their Estimate Profile under calculations >> Diagnostics and Calibration. This is not a substitute for researching OEM procedures to confirm if diagnostic scanning and or calibrations [...]
When decoding newer vehicle chapters in Mitchell, a pop-up box may appear indicating "Carry-up Service". Mitchell users should be aware of possible differences between the previous-year information used, compared to the actual vehicle being worked [...]
Per Audatex DBRM https://degweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ADXE_DBRM_Nov_2023.pdf Section 4-3 Outer Panel replacement only includes labor to seam seal on the perimeter flange to create a water tight seal. If additional labor is necessary for "OEM aesthetic appearance matching of [...]
