All three databases recognize raw plastic prep/ unprimed plastic components which may require additional labor to prep and/or to prime the plastic component prior to refinish. The automated calculation of this formula only captures front [...]
When selecting replacement component labor operations, the footnotes may indicate the labor is after an overlapping part (welded/ bolted on component) has been removed. An example would be on a 2017 Nissan Pathfinder front lower [...]
Recent updates to Audatex DBRM Section 4-2 Labor Exclusions added that "Drain, Refill and/or Top off Windshield Washer Fluid" is NOT INCLUDED in published labor time. Recent Inquiry 15607 found a database logic error regarding [...]
Recent updates to Audatex DBRM Section 4-2 Labor Exclusions added that "Drain, Refill and/or Top off Windshield Washer Fluid" is NOT INCLUDED in published labor time. R/I or R/R time for windshield washer reservoir does [...]
Recent DEG INQUIRY 15563 response from MOTORS indicates during replacement of a nameplate/ emblem "After review of the concern, creating templates is not included in estimated work times." DEG also points out that "Material cost [...]
Audatex DBRM Page 44 Section 4-2 states "Setup of a vehicle on a frame machine, dedicated bench, or other measuring / straightening devices. Pulling time is not included (Standard Manual Entry M31 is available)." Because [...]
Extension of Clear Coat In some applications, it may be required to extend the application of clear to the nearest panel edge or breakpoint. The performance of this operation is NOT INCLUDED in the Mitchell [...]
CCC users may see labor times for "aiming front distance sensor" available in the vehicle database for 1.0-1.6 hrs. Recent DEG Inquiry 15393 clarified additional feedback of included/ not included operations. 1. Checking the level [...]
Audatex DBRM Guide page 43 Section 4-2 Labor Exclusions states "Removal of panel bonding adhesive material" is a NOT INCLUDED operation in panel replacement times. When repairers come across situations where after a panel is [...]
Required Inspections after a collision are manufacture and vehicle-specific down to the type of impact the vehicle has sustained. Information on what components need to be inspected and/or replaced after a collision can be found [...]
