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.
Now Available On RTS: Mazda Position Statement
- Posted on 15 November 2017
Mazda’s position statement can now be accessed directly from the I-CAR RTS Portal. These position statement are housed on the Mazda OEM Information page. Let’s take a look at what the position statement includes.
A Video Tour of the RTS Portal: OEM Information
- Posted on 10 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 Information page.
Tesla Glass Replacement Requirements
- Posted on 10 November 2017
The role of the windshield is a lot more complex than simply allowing a view of the road ahead. It is considered a structural part of the vehicle as it contributes to the strength of the roof and A-pillars. The windshield helps to manage collision energy and has become an integral part of several advanced safety systems.
It is commonly asked, "What is required when replacing a windshield?" With this question in mind, we will be presenting a series of articles that highlight some of the requirements from the various OEMs. As always, it is important to read through each vehicle-specific procedure to ensure a complete, safe, and quality repair.
FCA/Stellantis: Welded Sheet Metal Repairs and Replacements
- Posted on 09 November 2017
The RTS team frequently receives inquiries on the sectioning and/or replacement of welded-on panels on FCA/Stellantis vehicles. The questions boil down to, what do you do when there isn’t a procedure available? Let’s revisit the FCA/Stellantis Collision Bulletin that addresses this.
Honda 1500 MPa Welding
- Posted on 08 November 2017
When Honda updated the Body Repair News: Body Repair Manual Welding & Sectioning Guideline Revisions in July there is a piece of information you may have missed. Let’s take a look.
RTS Overview Video Available
- Posted on 03 November 2017
RTS has put together a brief video highlighting each area of the RTS web portal, to help educate you on the types of information you will find in each area.
I-CAR Collision Reporter - The Readiness Issue
- Posted on 27 October 2017
The second installment of the I-CAR Collision Reporter - The Readiness Issue has been released. The rate of change in today's vehicles is higher than ever. Are you ready to repair the vehicles rolling into your shop?
Understanding Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
- Posted on 27 October 2017
A key part of being able to diagnose a problem with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) is understanding how the system works. Knowing what is happening inside the system will help you properly diagnose why the system may be failing. This will prevent replacing parts that are not causing the system issue. Let’s take a look at what we learned with this series of articles.
Repairer Driven News: Refinishing Mazda Machine Gray (46G)
- Posted on 26 October 2017
Most refinish technicians have had a color they just can’t get to match to the vehicle. The chip looks good, but the sprayout doesn’t come close enough for a blendable match. However, there are situations where you may have the wrong spray technique. Some of the new colors on everyday vehicles require a unique and complex spray technique. A recent article by Repairer Driven News (RDN) shows and explains PPG’s process for refinishing Mazda’s Machine Gray. Let’s take a look at some highlights from this article.
Refrigerant Sales Restriction
- Posted on 24 October 2017
Starting January 1, 2018, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will be requiring that technicians be certified in order to purchase refrigerants.
When Mother Nature Changes the Repair
- Posted on 20 October 2017
With winter months right around the corner, repair facilities need to be prepared for the inclement weather that is sure to come. Although ice and snow are great for the collision repair industry as far as bringing work in the door, it interferes with some aspects of the repair. Let’s take a look at how bad weather can impede the repair process.
Body Construction And Material Repair Guidelines
- Posted on 20 October 2017
What is the MPa of the front lower rail? What is outer uniside made of; steel, aluminum, or composite? Can heat be used to straighten or is it cold straightening only? What are the repair limitations? These are just some of the questions that the RTS team fields on a daily basis.
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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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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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BMW Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning - UPDATE
Friday, 10 April 2020
BMW has released a position statement related to pre- and post-repair system scanning. The statement applies to All vehicles equipped with on board diagnostics II (OBD II).
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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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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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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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Nissan/INFINITI Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning - UPDATE
Monday, 14 January 2019
Nissan/INFINITI updated their position statement on pre- and post-repair scanning. The revised position statement touches on more subjects and gives additional information on the subject.
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Repairer Driven News: Rivian Updates Door Handle Procedure
Sunday, 4 February 2035
Repairer Driven News (RDN) released an article featuring an updated Rivian procedure.
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I-CAR Repairers Realm: Part Installation At Factory Seams - Coming Soon
Friday, 18 April 2025
I-CAR is having a discussion on part installation at factory seams.
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Polestar ADAS Position Statement Available
Wednesday, 16 April 2025
The Polestar advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) position statement can now be accessed directly from the I-CAR RTS Portal. Let’s take a look at what this position statement includes.
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GM Repair Insights: Spring 2025
Tuesday, 15 April 2025
The spring edition of General Motors (GM) Repair Insights magazine is now available.
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Locating OEM-Approved HV Tools: Polestar
Friday, 11 April 2025
When researching procedures for disabling a high-voltage (HV) vehicle, you may notice that many of the procedures require the use of specific tools. Some of them are OEM-specific tools or scan...
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Rivian Steering System Overview And Servicing Guideline
Thursday, 10 April 2025
The steering system is considered one of the most important and necessary systems on a vehicle. After all, without steering, the driver couldn’t control the vehicle. This makes it important to know...
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Aluminum Heat Shrinking
Wednesday, 9 April 2025
Aluminum is more common than ever on today’s vehicles. What can you do when an aluminum dent has stretched during the repair process?
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Restraints System Mounting Location Repairability: Tesla
Friday, 4 April 2025
When repairing Tesla vehicles, it is important to read repair guidelines in the body repair manual, especially when it comes to repairing parts or panels that impact sensors are mounted to. Let’s...
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Body Construction And Material Guidelines: Rivian
Thursday, 3 April 2025
What is the MPa of the front lower rail? What is the outer uniside made of: steel, aluminum, or composite? Can heat be used to straighten or is it cold straightening only? What are the repair...
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OEM Linking Pin: Genesis Defines Surrounding Parts
Wednesday, 2 April 2025
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 a technical inquiry that...
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