Estimating Tip – CCC- Ultrasonic Leak Detection
DEG Inquiry 31845 provides feedback that using an ultrasonic leak detection device is NOT INLCUDED with glass replacement labor. More information on using ultrasonic leak detection for glass installation can be found here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qU3SmlEGZBk&ab_channel=EqualizerAutoGlassTools For more information about SCRS, or to join as a member, please visit www.scrs.com, call toll free 1-877-841-0660 or email us at info@scrs.com.
CCC/MOTORS – Front End Alignment
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 [...]
Audatex – Color Tint
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. [...]
CCC, Audatex and Mitchell – OEM Information Website Access, Research and Diagnostic Costs Not Included in Labor Times
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 [...]
Mitchell – Refinish Bed Underside
“Refinish Complete Bed Assy Including Tailgate” does not include labor to refinish the underside bed assembly. A separate refinish selection needs to be added from [...]
CCC/MOTORS – Not Included Masking Operations
CCC/MOTOR Masking operation can be found in the GTE (P pages) under Refinish procedures- Bagging (cover entire vehicle exterior: The following applies per the GTE: [...]
Audatex – Not Included Drain, Refill and Bleed Operations
Audatex DBRM 4-2 Labor exclusions state the following are NOT INCLUDED considerations in labor time development: • Drain, refill and/or top off engine oil. • [...]
Mitchell – Not Included Masking Operations
In the Mitchell CEG (Collision Estimating Guide), Mitchell has listed out additional not included operations when it comes to masking a vehicle. Located under Page [...]
CCC – Refinish Labor on Recycled Parts
CCC Users may experience a variance in reported labor times on “recycled” parts vs new replacement parts in the database. DEG’s recent inquiry 12042 discovered [...]
All Three Estimating Systems – ASA Not Included Quick Reference Chart
ASA (Automotive Service Association) maintains and updates the Quick Reference Chart of “Not-Included” Operations When Installing New Replacement Parts. Anyone can view and save this [...]