Honda Has Released The 2018 Honda Accord Body Repair News Bulletin
- Posted on 12 December 2017
Honda has released the 2018 Honda Accord Body Repair News bulletin:
Sectioning and Partial Part Replacement: 2017 Mazda CX-9
- Posted on 08 December 2017
One of the top technical inquiries received at Ask I-CAR, “Is there a sectioning or partial replacement procedure available?” To help answer this question, RTS has an OEM Partial Part Replacement Search available. Here you will find information on if these procedures are available on a specific vehicle. Let’s take a closer look at the 2017 Mazda CX-9.
A Video Tour of the RTS Portal: OEM Partial Part Replacement Search
- Posted on 07 December 2017
The Repairability Technical Support (RTS) team has put together a series of videos highlighting each area of the RTS portal. These videos are designed to help educate you on the types of information you will find in each area. Let’s take a look at the OEM Partial Part Replacement Search page.
Repairer Driven News: STRSW Tip Maintenance is Key to Good Welds
- Posted on 06 December 2017
When performing squeeze-type resistance spot welds (STRSW), it is always important to make sure the tips are properly dressed. Failure to do so can result in an inferior weld. Repairer Driven News (RDN) published an article about this subject. Let’s take a look at this article.
Metal Panel Bonding on General Motor’s Vehicles
- Posted on 05 December 2017
General Motors (GM) has updated their Metal Panel Bonding technical document on their gmparts website. Let’s take a look at this document.
Sectioning and Partial Part Replacement: 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee
- Posted on 01 December 2017
One of the top technical inquiries received at Ask I-CAR, “Is there a sectioning or partial replacement procedure available?” To help answer this question, RTS has an OEM Partial Part Replacement Search available. Here you will find information on if these procedures are available on a specific vehicle. Let’s take a closer look at the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Ford On Target 2017: Volume 3
- Posted on 30 November 2017
Ford has released the third installment of their On Target publication for 2017. Features of the issue include the introduction of the new Expedition and Navigator, highlights of the Lincoln Continental, and a fixed glass removal procedure. Let’s take a look at this this edition.
When ADAS Can't See: Park Assist System
- Posted on 29 November 2017
Collision repairs on vehicles equipped with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) can have more restrictions than vehicles without ADAS. Items that historically would be a simple repair may now need to be replaced. The ADAS needs to be able to see/sense in some way, whether it be by radar, camera-view, ultrasonic, etc. Repairers need to keep sensor/camera field of vision clear to avoid system malfunctions. For example, repair material that would normally be used to repair a gouge in a bumper cover is now a problem because it can block the sensor’s field of vision and may not allow the sensor to function properly.
I-CAR 360 Videos Now Available In One Location
- Posted on 28 November 2017
You’ve been asking and now all of the I-CAR 360 videos are in one convenient location. Let’s take a look at what you’ll find in each video.
Even One Degree Can Cause ADAS Failure
- Posted on 27 November 2017
An article by Collision Repair Mag, from October 19, 2017, brings to light an IIHS study that proves that there is no margin for error when it comes to advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). Calibration is important, but if the parts that are being used are not manufactured correctly, the ADAS can be affected. Let’s take a look at how ADAS can be affected.
A Video Tour of the RTS Portal: OEM Calibration Requirements Search
- Posted on 22 November 2017
The Repairability Technical Support (RTS) team has put together a series of videos highlighting each area of the RTS portal. These videos are designed to help educate you on the types of information you will find in each area. Let’s take a look at the OEM Calibration Requirements Search page.
Repairer Driven News: 2018 BMW X3 Undergoes Changes
- Posted on 21 November 2017
BMW’s latest generation of the X3 has undergone some major changes, including a 121 pound drop in weight. Repairer Driven News (RDN) posted an article highlighting many of the changes to the new model. Let’s take a look at some of these changes.
Mazda Website Navigation Video: UPDATE
- Posted on 20 November 2017
Mazda has updated their www.mazdaserviceinfo.com service and repair information website. This update to the website changes how to find the collision repair information you need.
A Video Tour of the RTS Portal: Collision Repair News
- Posted on 17 November 2017
The Repairability Technical Support (RTS) team has put together a series of videos highlighting each area of the RTS portal. These videos are designed to help educate you on the types of information you will find in each area. Let’s take a look at the Collision Repair News page.
TPMS Without the Sensor in the Tire
- Posted on 16 November 2017
As of 2007 federal law required that vehicles be equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Most vehicles have a TPMS sensor located in tire that senses and reports the pressure of each tire. However, Honda has done away with this system on some of their models. Let’s take a look at this other system and what we need to know about it.
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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 Statements
Wednesday, 9 January 2019
Are you wondering if a particular OEM or organization has a published statement on pre-repair and post-repair scanning? We have compiled a list of most of the statements on the subject, so you can...
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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 has 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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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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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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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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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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Paint Maker ADAS Radar Optimized Color Resources: AkzoNobel
Friday, 26 July 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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High-Voltage Handling And Storage Considerations: General Motors
Tuesday, 23 July 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...
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Repairer Driven News: OEM Specifications For Modern Batteries
Monday, 22 July 2024
Repairer Driven News (RDN) released an article highlighting 12-volt and 48-volt mild hybrid battery trends in current and upcoming vehicles.
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Mazda Fender Grounding: UPDATE
Thursday, 18 July 2024
A major issue that faces many collision repair technicians is comebacks. With modern vehicles, many of those comebacks are due to electrical problems, bad grounds being a huge contender. Mazda has...
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Straightening And Heat: Volkswagen
Wednesday, 17 July 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...
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Nissan Wholesale Advantage Website: UPDATE
Monday, 15 July 2024
Nissan has a parts website which offers resources for repair professionals.
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I-CAR Repairers Realm: Variations In OEM Service Parts - Coming Soon
Friday, 12 July 2024
I-CAR is having a discussion on variations in OEM service parts.
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High-Voltage Handling And Storage Considerations: Hyundai - UPDATE
Thursday, 11 July 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...
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Great Designs In Steel 2024 Presentations Release
Wednesday, 10 July 2024
Great Designs in Steel (GDIS) 2024 covered multiple topics many of which are presented by OEM engineers and tier 1 suppliers of body components.
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I-CAR Repairers Realm: Vehicle Highlights From The Chicago Auto Show - Now Available
Wednesday, 3 July 2024
I-CAR had a discussion on vehicle highlights from the 2024 Chicago Auto Show.
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