Collision Repair News

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Repairer Driven News: 2019 INFINITI QX50

The latest Infiniti INFINITI QX50 with the new 980-megapascal “Super High Formability” ultra-high-strength steel, is now available for buyers. Nissan is the first OEM to use this “previously unachievable” steel, and the 2019 QX50 is the first model to contain this type of steel.

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Honda/Acura Releases New Parts Information: UPDATE

Honda and Acura released an updated parts position statement: Driver Assist / Safety Systems May Fail Unless OE Parts Used. This statement supersedes the original publication issued November 2014. Whereas the old position statement listed only a limited number of specific models, the new statement has been broadened to cover all Honda and Acura vehicles equipped with the options listed in the original position statement.

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Where Do I Find Other Types Of Information In FCA/Stellantis?

Navigating OEM websites can be challenging when searching for collision repair procedures, especially as no two OEM websites are alike. What happens when you need to find other types of repair information, such as, "What needs to be inspected after a supplemental restraints system (SRS) deployment?", or "Does the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) require a scan tool or specialty tool?" Let's take a closer look at the FCA/Stellantis website.

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Honda/Acura Keyword Search: SRS

Honda and Acura use keyword searches to find repair information on the Service Express website. These keywords allow you to efficiently get to the repair information you are researching. When removing supplemental restraints systems (SRS), Honda and Acura have made information on removal and installation easily accessible at techinfo.honda.com.

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Honda/Acura Keyword Search: Fitting

Honda and Acura use keyword searches to find repair information on their Service Express website. These keywords allow you to efficiently get to the repair information you are researching. When replacing external parts on a vehicle, Honda and Acura have made information on panel gaps and dimensions easily accessible at techinfo.honda.com.

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Where Do I Find Other Types Of Information In Ford/Lincoln?

Navigating OEM websites can be challenging when searching for collision repair procedures, especially as no two OEM websites are alike. What happens when you need to find other types of repair information, such as, "What needs to be inspected after a supplemental restraints system (SRS) deployment?", or "Does the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) require a scan tool or specialty tool?" Let's take a closer look at the Ford/Lincoln website.

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