Just because you can't see it, doesn't mean you don't need it. Think inside pillars, inside rocker panels, inside rails, in the bottom of door shell cavities, and on the backsides of panels. Can you name the corrosion protection material that is often overlooked?
ALLDATA started as a one-stop location for all vehicle makers' service information, but has expanded in recent years into offering collision repair information. So where do the repair procedures come from on ALLDATA?
For those of you who don't know what SkillsUSA does, here is your opportunity to meet your next great employee or to give back to the industry. This is a competition for skilled trades, and they can use your help.
What better way to start off the new year than to take a look at some of your favorite things from the previous year. Let's wrap up with your favorite searches.
What better way to start off the new year than to take a look at some of your favorite things from the previous year. Let's take a look at your favorite Ask I-CAR questions.
What better way to start off the new year than to take a look at some of your favorite things from the previous year. Let's start with your favorite articles.
What better way to start off the New Year than to take a look at some of your favorite things from the previous year? Let's recap 2015 by reviewing some of your favorite searches, questions and articles last year on the I-CAR Repairability Technical Support Portal.
If you are having a problem with a vehicle, a class, or a website, chances are we can help.
When you have a problem and are looking for help, who should you contact at I-CAR? Well that depends on what you need. People that come to I-CAR fall into two categories, those looking for help on training related questions, and those looking for help on repair related questions. Luckily for you, I-CAR has a team dedicated to each category. Let's take a look at each.
Per your requests, here is the how-to-video and the step-by-step instructions on how to access the collision repair information in ALLDATA.
How do you know if a 2015 or newer Dodge Challenger is equipped with adaptive cruise control (ACC)? Look for a small hole in the lower grille (Figure 1). So what does that mean for collision repair?
Article originally appeared in Repairer Driven News on December 17, 2015
By Steve Marks
Would you ever attempt to repair a late-model collision-damaged vehicle without three-dimensional measuring? Of course you wouldn’t. Without measuring, it isn’t possible to determine the extent of damage, or to identify hidden damage – which can impact the safety of drivers and passengers in future accidents.
Yet, every day, many vehicles are returned to owners with hidden damage because according to technicians, “There isn’t a warning lamp illuminated on the dash.”
When you're working on a hybrid vehicle or and electric vehicle, what precautions should be taken before welding?
On December 10, 2015, the editors of The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) hosted a technical webinar on Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).
There has been a lot of discussion in the media lately on fuel cell vehicles, but what few have discussed is the collision repair of these vehicles. So let's take a look into the not-too-distant future.
As the industry continues to ask if pre- and post-repair system scanning is necessary, Toyota/Lexus/Scion provides their answer.
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...
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...
Honda /Acura has updated their position statement on pre- and post-repair scanning to give more clarification on what is expected for scanning.
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).
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...
As the industry continues to ask, are pre- and post-repair scans necessary, General Motors provides their answer.
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.
FCA/Stellantis has released a position statement related to pre- and post-repair system scanning.
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...
I-CAR now provides mechanical, electrical, and trim (MET) training for Jaguar Land Rover (JLR). This training is a new requirement for Jaguar Land Rover Authorized Collision Repair Centers.
I-CAR had a discussion on spot welder machine technology, setup, and maintenance.
Sometimes, going back to the basics can make the difference between a quality repair and a failed repair. Checking proper fit-up of exterior panels is vital for a successful repair when replacing...
Attending the SEMA Show in Las Vegas this year? Well, I-CAR will be providing many different opportunities to connect with you at this year’s show.
Ford has released the third installment of their On Target publication for 2025.
Are you looking for OEM emergency response guides (ERGs)? The Repairability Technical Support (RTS) team has located these guides and either houses them on the RTS website, provides links to...
Ford/Lincoln released updated position statements about repairing bumper covers on vehicles with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
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)...
I-CAR has developed courses that provide an overview of collision repair and electromechanical repair for current Mazda vehicles.
Sometimes, going back to the basics can make the difference between a quality repair and a failed repair. Deciding to repair or replace a damaged panel is a daily decision, but it is more...
