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What does I-CAR say about repairing hoods that are damaged in the crush zone?
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Per I-CAR curriculum: Hoods typically have crush zones in the underside panels to cause them to fold during a collision, preventing hood intrusion into the passenger compartment. In most situations, any damage to collapse zones requires the hood to be replaced, unless specified by the vehicle maker. If there is damage to the hinge or striker areas, the hood must be replaced.
Damage analysis requires consideration if the hood may be repaired without affecting the:
- Integrity of the part. Crush zones must initiate folding during a frontal impact.
- Durability of the part. The hood must retain the proper shape for the life of the repair.
Check out the I-CAR Collision Repair News article: Back-To-Basics: Repair Considerations For A Damaged Hood
