OEM’s may require specific hardware and fasteners to be replaced every time they are removed from the vehicle for repairs. This may include Clips, Rivets, nuts, bolts and washers. The costs of these are not [...]
Some OEM replacement parts may come pre-painted and/or assembled complete with exterior trim already attached to the part. The replacement part may not match the vehicle color you are working on. This will require additional [...]
When wheels need to be replaced, it is important to follow the OEM Repair procedure and protocol when dealing with valve stems and TPMS Sensors. Many OEM may require the TPMS Sensor be rebuilt using [...]
OEM’s may require a seat belt inspection to be performed after a collision regardless of speed and impact severity. This operation is NOT INCLUDED, and will require on the spot evaluation for labor as well [...]
Vehicles may require a pre-wash prior to starting repairs to remove contaminants, dirt, grime, and/or debris. This process is NOT INCLUDED in the information provider’s labor times. After repairs are complete, final wash, detail and [...]
CCC/Motors: Masking the grained, textured, or non-body color portions in preparation for body color application is an included operation. This process is only included one time in the refinish labor operation. Should the process require [...]
Repairs requiring wiring, cables, computers or modules to be removed or set back is NOT INCLUDED in repairs or panel replacement time, unless specifically noted in footnotes of the specific component you are working on. [...]
Inquiry 12163 states that the estimated work time applied to front end alignment is to perform set up and align procedures on the front of the vehicle only. If any procedures or adjustments are required [...]
Audatex’s two stage setup refinish labor includes time for standard tint. Standard tint is defined as the initial mix, check, one tint cycle, and check. Audatex’s studies revealed instances where additional time was required for [...]
OEM information website access cost is NOT INCLUDED in developed labor times in all three estimating systems. OEM technical information sites offer multiple subscription options available to end users depending on their specific needs and [...]
