Ask I-CAR
Per I-CAR curriculum: "The cowl panel, sometimes called the dash panel, is not often repaired. Vehicles with damage that deep into the structure may have too many other issues, and oftentimes it is a total loss. Upper cowl panel replacement may require VIN transfer.
Repairs to the cowl may require removal of vehicle parts in the area of the damage. This may include the:
- Engine and transmission assembly.
- Windshield.
- Heating, ventilating, and air conditioning parts.
- Instrument panel.
- Carpet.
- Interior trim"
