Estimating Tip – Mitchell – Rivian Estimating Database
An estimating database for Rivian R1T is currently available in Mitchell Cloud Estimating. CCC and Audatex users can produce repair plans utilizing manual entries for both labor and part information. Repairers should always consult OEM repair information and available documents for the most current part numbers, prices and procedures.
CCC, Mitchell and Audatex – Seat Belt Inspections
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 [...]
CCC, Mitchell and Audatex – Pre-wash and Completed Vehicle Detail/Clean-up
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 [...]
CCC, Mitchell & Audatex – Masking Unpainted Areas of Bumper Covers
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 [...]
CCC, Mitchell & Audatex – Wire Harness and Computer Modules
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 [...]
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: [...]