Additional NOT INCLUDED labor operations can be quickly added from the “Additional labor Operations” prompt in Audatex. An example would be when replacing a lower control arm that would require engine R&I as per the [...]
CCC & MOTOR have made recent updates for 11/22 to both CCC Live digital GTE as well as MOTOR GTE and RACED GTE. The update links are available on DEG’s Estimate Toolbox under CCC Tab. [...]
Honda techinfo.honda.com has Body Repair News, summaries of new body and vehicle technologies, and position statements available for FREE. This is a great resource for repair planners to learn more about new-model features and updated [...]
DEG Inquiry 21177 states “Additional damage due to rivet removal to body would be Not Included and would require an on-the-spot evaluation.” For more information about SCRS, or to join as a member, please visit [...]
Repair procedures that require adhesive bonding may call out for a “Cure Time” before the vehicle can proceed to the next stage of repairs. Curing time has NOT been factored into all three Information providers [...]
Recent DEG Inquiry 21081 provides feedback regarding AC Recover & Evacuate / Recharge Process. “The A/C EVACUATE RECHRG & RCVRY (GN 0980) labor allowance remains at 1.8 hours and applies to all passenger vehicle refrigerants. [...]
Recent DEG Inquiry 21028 identifies Scaffolding and Ladder usage NOT INCLUDED. “Utilizing a bench or work stand to reach the Roof area in a collision environment is accounted for in our labor allowances. Should a [...]
DEG Inquiry 20926 “Not Included operations: Changing of arm/head assembly of tool, adjustment of air pressure and piston speed is not included. Creating test panels and performing test rivets is not included” OEM repair procedures [...]
In the latest “What’s New In Estimating” Tab Damage List When displaying the full or partial damage list, an empty row is now at the bottom of the list to allow you to enter Manual [...]
DEG Inquiry 20871 provides feedback from CCC/MOTOR on wiring labor when attached to the bumper cover. “After review of MOTOR data, this statement applies to "All Vehicles" listed; if the Bumper Assembly has internal wiring [...]
