OEM Partial Parts Replacement Search Update - BMW i3 And i8
- Posted on 19 November 2015
The I-CAR developed OEM Partial Parts Replacement Search on the RTS Portal now features updates on the BMW i3 and i8 vehicles through model year 2015.
Honda/Acura Restraints Wiring
- Posted on 13 November 2015
When it comes to supplemental restraints systems (SRS) wiring repairs there are a wide range of procedures between vehicle makers, so it is always important to check the service information before considering any repairs. Let's take a look at the Honda/Acura recommendations for SRS wiring repair.
Common Refrain At SCRS SEMA Event: You Must Follow OEM Guidelines
- Posted on 09 November 2015
Article originally appeared in Repairer Driven News on November 5, 2015 By John Huetter
The days of fixing a car based on your own skill and experience alone are over. You’ve got to reference and follow the OEM procedures every time.
This was stressed over and over by experts in such diverse fields as scanning, joining, steel and aluminum Thursday at the Society of Collision Repair Specialists OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit at SEMA.
In Case You Missed It: RTS Available Resources
- Posted on 05 November 2015
I-CAR's Director of Industry Technical Relations, Jason Bartanen, sat down at the 2015 SEMA Show with Fender Bender to discuss the progress and features of RTS since its launch in July 2014. Here's a breakdown of the main features of the portal.
Honda Released The 2016 Honda Civic Body Repair News Bulletin
- Posted on 04 November 2015
Honda released a Body Repair News bulletin for the 2016 Honda Civic.
Update: Are General Sectioning Guidelines Still Applicable?
- Posted on 30 October 2015
Sectioning: the process of cutting a portion of a part based on the location of collision damage and vehicle maker recommendations, removing the part, and installing a portion of the undamaged service part. Additionally, sectioning is a process that is done away from a factory seam.
Volkswagen Restraints Wiring
- Posted on 29 October 2015
The question is often asked, "Can supplemental restraints system wiring be repaired?" The answer is: it depends on the vehicle maker. Let's take a look at Volkswagen's position on this subject.
Straightening And Heat: Toyota, Lexus, Scion
- Posted on 23 October 2015
A question often asked of the Repairability Techincal Supports (RTS) team is, does Toyota allow the use heat to straighten? There are several Collision Repair Information Bulletins (CRIBs) from Toyota, Lexus, and Scion that states their position on the use of heat when straightening.
Back On The Road, Safely (FF Journal)
- Posted on 21 October 2015
Article originally appeared in FF Journal March, 2014 - By Gretchen Salois
After an accident, reassuring repair work is essential.
The California Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) Recognizes I-CAR
- Posted on 12 October 2015
In October 2015, Automotive Repair and Smog Check News published their fall newsletter with an article titled "Piecing Together Proper Sectioning Repairs." This newsletter announces the fact that I-CAR best practices are now recognized as industry-accepted specifications, in the absence of OEM repair procedures, by the state of California.
How Do Ask I-CAR and DEG Help the Industry?
- Posted on 07 October 2015
The I-CAR Repairability Technical Support “Ask I-CAR” feature and the Database Enhancement Gateway (DEG) help the industry with common issues but in different ways. Let's take a look at what each can do for you.
Plastic Repair: Adhesion Promoter
- Posted on 06 October 2015
Adhesion promoters, or surface modifiers, are extremely important when making some types of adhesive plastic repairs. If the adhesion promoter is not applied when required, or applied incorrectly, the repair will fail. (although there are some exceptions because some plastics do not require adhesion promoters). Let’s take a look at some ways to avoid this type of repair failure.
Ford F-150 Adaptive Cruise Control Recall
- Posted on 02 October 2015
Ford has issued a recall on the 2015 Ford F-150 adaptive cruise control (ACC) system. Let's take a look at how this may affect your customers and prevent a potential comeback.
Stationary Glass Pinchweld Preparation - New Panel
- Posted on 01 October 2015
When dealing with stationary glass, should I refinish the area where the urethane will be applied to a new pinchweld? Should I remove the E-coat in that area? Let's take a look at some pinchweld prep basics for new panel installation; like a quarter panel for example.
Ford Lane Keep Assist Overview
- Posted on 30 September 2015
On the new Ford F-150, lane keep assist is an available option. With any of the advanced vehicle safety systems, one of the most important things to know is how to identify the system is on the vehicle at the repair facility. Once identified, information is needed on when calibration is required and what tools and equipment are needed to perform the calibration. Let's take a look at the lane keep assist system on the 2015 Ford F-150.
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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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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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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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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: CCC Mobile Jumpstart
Wednesday, 9 July 2025
I-CAR is having a discussion on CCC Mobile Jumpstart app.
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App-Based Connected Services Considerations: General Motors
Tuesday, 8 July 2025
Have you had the experience where the vehicle notified the owner that it was being moved while it was in your repair facility? App-based connected services are available from many vehicle makers and may...
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Digital Key Considerations: General Motors
Tuesday, 8 July 2025
The intermingling of technology and automobiles continues, with digital key offerings from most vehicle makers. Digital keys utilize smartphone technology to expand vehicle access and owner...
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I-CAR Repairers Realm: Quick Stick Dent Removal - Now Available
Wednesday, 2 July 2025
I-CAR had a discussion on KECO tools for lateral tension dent removal.
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2025 SkillsUSA National Competition Results
Monday, 30 June 2025
The 2025 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference took place on June 26, 2025. Every year I-CAR sends volunteers (virtually in 2021) to judge the collision repair technology competition....
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Ford/Lincoln Rocker Panel Reinforcement Sectioning
Friday, 27 June 2025
We are often asked, “Can I section this panel?” Let’s take a look at Ford/Lincoln vehicles and sectioning the rocker panel reinforcement.
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Back-To-Basics: Backside Panel Refinish And Edging
Thursday, 26 June 2025
Sometimes, going back to the basics can make the difference between a quality repair and a failed repair. When repairing and refinishing, you might need to refinish the panel's backside and edges.
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Hyundai Position Statement: Pre- And Post-Repair System Scanning - UPDATE
Monday, 23 June 2025
Hyundai released an updated position statement relating to pre- and post-repair system scanning.
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App-Based Connected Services Considerations
Tuesday, 17 June 2025
Have you had an experience where the vehicle notified the owner that it was being moved while it was in your repair facility? App-based connected services are available from many vehicle makers and...
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