Ford Motor Company vehicles contain many state-of-the art features that provide occupant safety and enhance the driving experience. During collision repairs, it is critical the proper function of these systems and features be restored back to pre-accident condition and performance. All 2010 and newer vehicles must be scanned Ford defines...
Why You Should Always Insist for OE Collision Replacement Parts
Some carmakers suggest it while others insist on it, but in almost every case, vehicle manufacturers want OEM collision repair parts in each repair. The OEM Collision Repair Roundtable is a collision repair industry association composed of representatives from Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) vehicle manufacturers. It asks that you carefully...
Don’t Blend Clearcoats with Your Lincoln
The Lincoln Motor Company does not approve the procedure of clearcoat blending or using clearcoat blending in any warranty or collision repair. They strongly suggest that blending clearcoat might lead to future issues down the road with peeling and product breakdown. Furthermore, Lincoln never allows for partial clearcoat blending on warranty paint repairs and does...
Aftermarket Replacement Windshields May Cause Honda Sensing Systems to Work Abnormally
This update applies strictly to all models with Honda Sensing systems Are you replacing a windshield on a vehicle equipped with any of these Honda Sensing systems? • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) • Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) • Forward Collision Warning (FCW) • Lane Departure Warning (LDW) • Lane...
Pre- And Post- Scanning Of Collision Vehicles Subaru Of America, Inc.
With each new model, Subaru makes advancements in technology that assist in the operation and safety of our vehicles. These advancements incorporate different sensor, cameras, control units, as well as other components, to assist with the functionality of the vehicle. They are a critical part of vehicle operation and the safety features in each Subaru...
Clear Coat Blending is not Recommended by Hyundai Motor America
Clear Coat blending is a procedure sometimes used on spot repairs performed within the borders of a body panel. After base coats are applied to the spot repair, a clear coat is applied only to the spot repair area. This is followed by spraying blending solvent onto the perimeter of...
Use Only Honda-Supplied Parts on Every Repair
American Honda recognizes the importance of recycling, however the use of salvage/recycled parts to repair collision-damaged vehicles raises serious concerns about quality, suitability, safety and warranty. Many factors can influence the quality and/or suitability of salvage/recycled parts including but not limited to, unknown prior damage to the donor vehicle, exposure...
OE-Recommended Steel and Aluminum Wheel Repair Standards on All Nissan Vehicles
Nissan North America does not approve of any repairs made to any of its wheels, which includes the use of any repaired steel or aluminum wheel that involves welding, bending, hammering, straightening, re-machining, reforming, or adding new material, as this can compromise the structural integrity of the wheel and safety...
Mercedes-Benz’s Position on Diagnostic Repairs
Mercedes-Benz vehicles consistently set the standard for safety, occupant protection, and engineering design. Advancements in our technology incorporate many different electronic control units, sensors, and cameras that assist various functions within the vehicle. These components are an integral part of the vehicle’s operational, safety, and convenience features. As of model year 1996 (OBDII),...
GM Is Specific ADAS Calibrations On Their Vehicles, Here’s How That Affects You
As the owner of a GM car about to get collision repair, you need to know that GM is very specific about their repair procedures. It is vital because not every auto body shop in this area follows the OEM procedures. Believe it or not, the body shop has a...