High-Voltage Handling And Storage Considerations: Audi
- Posted on 08 February 2024
High-voltage (HV) vehicles have some special considerations for handling and storing HV batteries and other components. The dangers of HV batteries are potential even after removal which is why certain precautions are needed. Let’s see what Audi has to say.
I-CAR Vehicle Technology And Trends 2024 Course
- Posted on 06 February 2024
I-CAR has developed a course that overviews vehicles technology and designs in the 2024 model year.
OEM-Approved Connector and Pigtail Repair Resources: Ford/Lincoln
- Posted on 02 February 2024
When confronted with a wiring harness repair we often struggle finding the correct connector and pigtail repair kits. Often a specific connector may be used on multiple applications. If the connector is allowed to be replaced, what resources are available to locate approved wiring connector and pigtail repair kits? Let’s see what is available from Ford and Lincoln.
I-CAR Repairers Realm: RAM ProMaster Hinge Pillar Repair - Now Available
- Posted on 01 February 2024
I-CAR had a discussion on RAM ProMaster hinge pillar repair.
48-Volt Mild Hybrid Systems: Mercedes-Benz
- Posted on 31 January 2024
Mild hybrid systems are not new. They were some of the first hybrid vehicles to be put into production. The 48-volt mild hybrid system is now becoming more common among some vehicle makers. What consideration are there for repairing a vehicle equipped with a 48-volt mild hybrid system? Let’s see what Mercedes-Benz has to say.
OEM Emergency Response Guides: Jaguar Land Rover - UPDATE
- Posted on 26 January 2024
Are you looking for OEM emergency response guides (ERGs)? The Repairability Technical Support (RTS) team has located these guides and either houses them on the RTS website, provides links to webpages that house them, or provides articles with instructions on how to locate them.
Repairer Driven News: Radar Compliant Refinish Materials
- Posted on 25 January 2024
Repairer Driven News (RDN) released an article highlighting radar compliant refinish materials.
Straightening And Heat: BMW/Mini
- Posted on 24 January 2024
A question often asked of the Repairability Technical Support (RTS) team is, "Can heat be used to straighten?" Several OEMs provide steel repairability matrices that provide heating times and temperature limits based on the type of metal being repaired, while other OEMs have restrictions on using heat at all. Let’s see what BMW/Mini has to say.
Your 2023 Favorites: Top 20 Sectioning and Partial Part Vehicles
- Posted on 19 January 2024
Now that the new year is underway, let’s take a look at your 2023 favorite vehicles in the OEM Partial Part Replacement Search.
Volkswagen Repair Manual: Driver Assistance System
- Posted on 12 January 2024
Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) have become a prominent part of the collision repair process. With this comes the need to efficiently locate what systems may be on a vehicle, and what calibration requirements to be aware of. To this end, Volkswagen has made some changes to their service information.
48-Volt Mild Hybrid Systems: Audi
- Posted on 11 January 2024
Mild hybrid systems are not new. They were some of the first hybrid vehicles to be put into production. The 48-volt mild hybrid system is now becoming more common among some vehicle makers. What consideration are there for repairing a vehicle equipped with a 48-volt mild hybrid system? Let’s see what Audi has to say.
OEM Emergency Response Guides: National Fire Protection Association - UPDATE
- Posted on 08 January 2024
Are you looking for OEM emergency response guides (ERGs)? The Repairability Technical Support (RTS) team has located these guides and either houses them on the RTS website, provides links to webpages that house them, or provides articles with instructions on how to locate them.
Your 2023 Favorites: Top Articles
- Posted on 05 January 2024
As 2024 rolls in, we can reflect back on what the previous year had to offer. Let's take a look at some of the collision industry information you've been most interested in from this past year. These are the most popular articles from 2023.
I-CAR Repairers Realm: 2023 I-CAR At SEMA Highlights - Now Available
- Posted on 02 January 2024
I-CAR had a discussion on highlights from some of the interviews and panel discussions of the 2023 SEMA show.
Ford On Target 2023: Volume 4
- Posted on 21 December 2023
Ford has released the fourth installment of their On Target publication for 2023.
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Toyota/Lexus/Scion Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning
Thursday, 28 July 2016
As the industry continues to ask if pre- and post-repair system scanning is necessary, Toyota/Lexus/Scion provides their answer.
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Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning Position Statements
Wednesday, 9 January 2019
Are you wondering if a particular OEM or organization has a published position statement on pre-repair and post-repair scanning? We have compiled a list of most of the position statements on the...
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ADAS, Calibration, And Scanning Article Hotspot
Monday, 14 January 2019
Since advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), scanning, and calibration first started becoming relevant, members of the collision repair industry have required as much knowledge as possible on...
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Honda/Acura Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning - UPDATE
Wednesday, 22 May 2019
Honda /Acura have updated their position statement on pre- and post-repair scanning to give more clarification on what is expected for scanning.
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Restraints Wiring Repairs
Monday, 23 May 2016
Over the past few months, we've been sharing OEM position statements on restraints wiring repairs. Now we're bringing them all together in one place for easy reference.
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Typical Calibration Requirements For Blind Spot Sensors
Wednesday, 19 October 2016
Technicians should be aware of what’s required to keep advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) running safely after a collision. Whether that be aiming a camera, which can cause a system to not...
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Typical Calibration Requirements For Forward Radar Sensors
Wednesday, 12 October 2016
Technicians should be aware of what’s required to keep advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) running safely after a collision. Whether that be aiming a camera, which can cause a system to not...
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General Motors Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning
Friday, 21 October 2016
As the industry continues to ask, are pre- and post-repair scans necessary, General Motors provides their answer.
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FCA/Stellantis Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning
Thursday, 9 June 2016
FCA/Stellantis has released a position statement related to pre- and post-repair system scanning.
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Quickly Identifying Outer Quarter Panels w/Rolled Hem Flanges
Monday, 5 March 2018
The I-CAR best practice article, Recycled Outer Quarter Panels w/Rolled Hem Flanges has gotten a lot of interest from the collision repair industry. It’s important to know which vehicles are...
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Body Shop Business: EV Intake Process
Wednesday, 24 April 2024
Body Shop Business has released an article highlighting the importance of the electric vehicle (EV) intake process.
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Repairer Driven News: Matte Clearcoat Challenges
Monday, 22 April 2024
Repairer Driven News (RDN) has released an article highlighting the challenges of matte and semi-gloss clearcoat.
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I-CAR Just In Time: EV Repair Tips
Wednesday, 17 April 2024
Sometimes seeing is understanding, that’s why I-CAR's technical team created the Just in Time video series to guide you through a variety of collision repair topics from ADAS and EVs to repair tips...
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I-CAR RTS App
Monday, 15 April 2024
Looking for another tool for your toolbox? An informational guide at your fingertips? Well, the I-CAR Repairability Technical Support (RTS) app is what you are looking for!
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Repairer Driven News: ADAS Radar Optimized Paint Color Resources
Friday, 12 April 2024
Changes in advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) radar technology are introducing new refinishing considerations. Paint film thickness not only may affect the performance of ADAS radars, color...
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Back-To-Basics: Window Tab Retractor
Thursday, 11 April 2024
Sometimes going back-to-basics can make the difference between a quality repair and a failed repair. Window regulators have evolved over the years, most now using a clip type retaining method. With...
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High-Voltage Vehicle Paint Booth Quick Reference
Tuesday, 9 April 2024
When refinishing high-voltage (HV) vehicles, it is important to check for OEM paint booth temperature recommendations so that HV components do not get damaged in the heat.
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Ford On Target 2024: Volume 1
Friday, 5 April 2024
Ford has released the first installment of their On Target publication for 2024.
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3M Offers SOP And Process Hands-On Training and Skill Development
Thursday, 4 April 2024
The 3M Skills Development Center is a 15,000 sq ft facility where technicians can take a Body Repair Course or Paint Prep and Refinish Course. Both courses are majority hands-on of standard...
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OEM Linking Pin: Nissan/INFINITI Outer Uniside Sectioning - Cut Line Clarification
Wednesday, 3 April 2024
As part of the I-CAR Repairability Technical Support (RTS) OEM linking pin activity, we are helping to connect the collision repair industry to the vehicle makers. We‘ve had technical inquiries that...
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