One-Time-Use Parts And Fasteners: Subaru - UPDATE
- Posted on 01 August 2023
What is a one-time-use part, and how do you determine if a fastener, clip, or part can be reused? These are questions that we are confronted with in the collision industry quite a lot. The other big question is "Where do I find this information?"
Repairer Driven News: EV Battery Safe Handling And Storage Document
- Posted on 31 July 2023
Repairer Driven News (RDN) released an article highlighting a document which was published to offer guidance on safe handling and storage of electric vehicle (EV) batteries.
OEM Linking Pin: 2013-2019 Cadillac ATS Inner Quarter Panel Sectioning
- Posted on 28 July 2023
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. Recently, we had a technical inquiry that asked about inner quarter panel sectioning on a 2015 Cadillac ATS coupe.
Emerging Technology: Crash Detection
- Posted on 27 July 2023
Vehicle telematics systems are nothing new in the automotive industry. They consist of an onboard device which communicates from the vehicle to a 3rd party such as a dispatch service. The original idea was created prior to everyone having supercomputers in their pockets. Car accidents happen, who are you going to call when it happens to you?
OEM Linking Pin: Ford Aluminum Vehicle Running Board Mounting Location Repairability - UPDATE
- Posted on 19 July 2023
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. A common question when it comes to the 2015-present Ford F-150 is the repairability of the running board mounting location. Specifically, when the stud is torn out of the inner rocker panel (see Figure 1). We reached out to Ford for clarification.
Genesis Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning
- Posted on 14 July 2023
Genesis has a position statement relating to pre- and post-repair system scanning.
I-CAR Collision Reporter - The Welding Issue
- Posted on 13 July 2023
The twenty-second installment of the I-CAR Collision Reporter - The Welding Issue has been released. This issue focuses on welding news, tips and additional information.
Ford Crash Parts
- Posted on 12 July 2023
Ford has a website that provides information tailored to the collision repair industry. It can be another resource for locating information. What kind of information does Ford publish here? Let’s take a look.
Reading Subaru Repair Procedures: UPDATE
- Posted on 07 July 2023
We have received quite a few questions on reading Subaru repair procedures. The first thing you may notice is there is very little text for the procedure. Let's take a look and clear up any confusion.
OEM-Approved Connector and Pigtail Repair Resources: General Motors
- Posted on 06 July 2023
When confronted with a wiring harness repair, we often struggle finding the correct connector and pigtail repair kits. Often a specific connector may be used on multiple applications. If the connector is allowed to be replaced, what resources are available to locate approved wiring connector and pigtail repair kits? Let’s see what is available from General Motors (GM).
I-CAR Repairers Realm: The I-CAR Chicago Technical Center (CTC) 2023/24 Updates - Now Available
- Posted on 28 June 2023
I-CAR had a discussion on the Chicago Technical Center (CTC) updates.
2023 SkillsUSA National Competition Results
- Posted on 27 June 2023
The 2023 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference took place on June 22, 2023. Every year I-CAR sends volunteers (virtually in 2021) to judge the collision repair technology competition. Let’s take a look at this year’s results.
OEM-Approved Connector and Pigtail Repair Resources: FCA/Stellantis
- Posted on 23 June 2023
When confronted with a wiring harness repair, we often struggle finding the correct connector and pigtail repair kits. Often a specific connector may be used on multiple applications. If the connector is allowed to be replaced, what resources are available to locate approved wiring connector and pigtail repair kits? Let’s see what is available from FCA/Stellantis.
OEM-Approved Connector and Pigtail Repair Resources
- Posted on 23 June 2023
When confronted with a wiring harness repair, we often struggle finding the correct connector and pigtail repair kits. Often a specific connector may be used on multiple applications. If the connector is allowed to be replaced, what resources are available to locate approved wiring connector and pigtail repair kits?
Ford/Lincoln Charge Port Light Ring Precautions
- Posted on 21 June 2023
When repairing Ford/Lincoln high-voltage (HV) vehicles, many Workshop manuals provide a precaution to remove the charge port light ring before baking the vehicle in a paint booth above a certain temperature.
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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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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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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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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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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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I-CAR Repairers Realm: Part Replacement At Factory Seams Considerations - Coming Soon
Friday, 13 September 2024
I-CAR Repairers Realm is having the first discussion in a three-part series on considerations for part replacement at factory seams.
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Rolls-Royce Glass Replacement Requirements
Thursday, 12 September 2024
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...
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Bumper Cover Repair With ADAS: Porsche - UPDATE
Tuesday, 10 September 2024
A simple bumper repair on a modern vehicle may not be as simple as it seems. New technologies like blind spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, and other advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS)...
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One-Time-Use Parts And Fasteners: Volvo
Friday, 6 September 2024
What is a one-time-use part, and how do you determine if a fastener, clip, or part can be reused? These are questions that we are confronted with in the collision industry quite a lot. The other big...
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Porsche Collision Position Statements Available
Thursday, 5 September 2024
Porsche position statements can now be accessed directly from the I-CAR Repairability Technical Support (RTS) Portal.
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I-CAR Repairers Realm: Air Conditioning Repair Considerations - Now Available
Friday, 30 August 2024
I-CAR had a discussion on air conditioning repair considerations.
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Body Construction And Material Repair Guidelines: Rolls-Royce
Wednesday, 28 August 2024
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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Back-To-Basics: Tire Damage
Tuesday, 27 August 2024
Sometimes going back-to-basics can make the difference between a quality repair and a failed repair. When performing damage analysis, do not overlook tire damage.
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Honda Blind Spot Indicator (BSI) Dummy Sensor
Friday, 23 August 2024
We’ve had technical inquiries that asked about Honda vehicles being equipped with dummy blind spot sensors.
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Locating OEM-Approved HV Tools: Rivian
Wednesday, 21 August 2024
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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