Replacement panels may need to be modified by drilling or cutting out factory stamped holes.Additional labor to modify a panel is not included.Audatex DBRM , Page 43, Section 4-2 Labor Exclusions:• Labor for drilling necessary to [...]
Masking labor and material costs for primer application are an NON INCLUDED operation in all three estimating systems: Audatex, CCC and Mitchell Audatex DBRM Section 4-4 Page 139 “When the estimator enters a judgment time [...]
OEM’s may have a procedure to allow for both full panel replacement and sectioning of a quarter panel. When such situations arise, Mitchell users should reference the following statement per the CEG 20 Quarter Panel [...]
DEG Inquiry 31042 addresses a question regarding blending tow cap covers. “MOTOR has reviewed information from multiple sources and has concluded that the current formula reflects an estimate for one particular scenario but does not [...]
The following DEG Inquiry from Mitchell provides feedback responding to masking / capping / protecting electrical connectors, and an additional consideration when developing a repair plan. Mitchell Inquiry 30728 “After review of available information, the [...]
The following DEG Inquiry from Audatex provides feedback responding to masking / capping / protecting electrical connectors, and an additional consideration when developing a repair plan. Audatex Inquiry 19474 “The labor time to mask and/or [...]
DEG Inquiry 19876 addresses a question regarding testing PPE equipment. The end-user asks: “Is time for "High Voltage PPE Prepare, Test, Put Away" included with "High voltage system deactivate/activate" This step is not listed in [...]
Repair businesses can easily locate OEM wiring pigtails & socket part numbers using this free website directly from GM Genuine Parts | ACDelco. https://acdelco-connectors.dstcloud.com/v2/#!/catalog For more information about SCRS, or to join as a [...]
Recent DEG Inquiry 30633 states “After review of the concern, adjustment/alignment of the Door Glass is not included with the estimated work time and would be addressed through an on-the-spot evaluation.” For more information [...]
Structural repairs requiring rocker pinch weld clamps, truck frame or fixture anchor points may require repair and refinishing after removing the vehicle from the structural bench. The labor to repair and refinish anchor points is [...]
