DEG Estimating Tips
DEG Estimating Tips
Estimating Tip – Solera Qapter (Audatex) – Seam Sealer
Audatex DBRM Section 4-2 Labor Exclusions identify the following NOT INCLUDED: Body Materials are not included in Audatex labor values. OEM aesthetic appearance matching of sealants, sound deadening or bonding materials Application of seam sealer on new parts that require seam sealer. Adhesive curing times. Removal of panel bonding adhesive material. Removal of debris, grease, corrosion, protective coatings, or other materials impeding replacement, R&I, or refinishing of parts. Restoration of corrosion-protective [...]
Estimating Tip – CCCONE Web – Independent Image Window
CCC ONE Web users can now view images in a separate browser tab or window overlaying the estimate workfile screen. This feature allows you to [...]
Estimating Tip – CCC – Print Preview Workfile
CCCOne Web users can now “Print Preview” the CCCONE Web workfile by clicking on the “print” and selecting the document you want to view. A [...]
Estimating Tip – Mitchell – Tesla Wheel Alignment Update
Following recent DEG Inquiries submitted for Tesla Model S,3,X,Y & Cyber Truck, Mitchell has updated multiple Tesla to chapters remove the “Two Wheel Alignment” operation. This will [...]
Estimating Tip – Solera Qapter (Audatex) – Deleting multiple part selections
Qapter users can select or unselect multiple line operations to delete on the estimate line screen. Check marks can be selected on the left side [...]
Estimating Tip – CCC – Blending Two-Tone
DEG Inquiry 40990 Provides MOTOR feedback regarding blending operations on two-tone refinish panels."The Blend calculation is determined from the full refinish time of the component based [...]
Estimating Tip – Solera Qapter (Audatex) – Drilling holes for license plate
Drilling holes for license plate and bracket installation is NOT INCLUDED. Reference Audatex DBRM Section 4-2 Labor Exclusions of the DBRM. “Repair, fitting, or modification [...]
Estimating Tip – CCC – Refn Roof Rail
CCC has introduced a specific selection for "Refn Roof Rails" to assist with vehicles where a roof rail section or refinish labor is not traditionally [...]
Estimating Tip – Mitchell – Masking liftgate underside
Some vehicle liftgates ie. 2024 Toyota Sienna may require masking the liftgate underside maintaining the original manufacturing color. When required, Mitchell users should identify “Add [...]
Estimating Tip – Solera Qapter (Audatex) – Two Stage Set Up
According to the Audatex Database Reference Manual (DBRM), the two-stage refinish process follows a specific labor formula and includes defined operations. Use the breakdown below [...]