Neither CCC or Mitchell have assigned labor values for Color Matching/ Spray out card operatations which are considered NOT INCLUDED operations for both. Any labor or materials required to perform color match and or spray [...]
When replacing a door skin, CCC/MOTORS GTE states "straightening of door frame" is NOT INCLUDED. Additionally, any repairs required to the new door skin/ outer panel after installation are NOT INCLUDED. DEG Inquiry 16087 states: "• MOTOR does not assign fixed [...]
All three information providers have provided a response to address aluminum/ clean room set up times. CCC and Audatex have stated this is a NOT INCLUDED operation. Mitchell states "NO additional time is needed". CCC [...]
Auto Paint Materials Calculation: De-nib & Finesse, Finish Sand and Buff and Mask for Overspray, while coming on the estimate as a "Refinish" Labor Type, do not contribute to the materials calculation when using the [...]
CCC/MOTORS has confirmed on majority of vehicles utilizin CCC/MOTORS has confirmed on majority of vehicles utilizing R1234YF AC Systems that 1.4 hours Evacuate and Recharge + .4 hours Refrigerant recovery labor is sufficient. According to [...]
Some OEM repair procedures may indicate various welding techniques in different areas of the repair for a single component. Examples may include a single or combination of STRSW, MAG, MIG or CuSi Braze welding. Consideration [...]
Audatex DBRM Guide Page 48 section 4-3 recent update specifies “Any Sheetmetal damage occurring during the separation of sandwiched panels is not included in Audatex provided labor values and would be a manual consideration.” [...]
CCC: Many vehicle manufacturers use collapsible steering columns to absorb energy sustained from a collision impact. These columns should be inspected for proper length, binding and deformation among other specific considerations. Failure to do so [...]
Amidst this Covid-19 Corona virus, we urge all professionals providing services to take care and caution while working in a public setting. Please follow all CDC recommendations regarding cleanliness and disinfecting your work area. Due [...]
Audatex has recently started to publish "Pre and Post Scan" labor times. The times being published are specific to vehicle make and model. Audatex has yet to define Included or Not Included steps related to [...]
