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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 Kia's position on this subject.
When it comes to repair information, vehicle makers use a wide variety of terminology for replacement parts. All of the different names can be confusing, especially when repairing a variety of vehicle makes and models.
With the March release of the 2016 Cadillac CT6, there is no better time to become part of the Cadillac repair network. So what is involved in becoming part of the repair network? Let's take a look.
When it comes to repair information, vehicle makers use a wide variety of terminology for replacement parts. All of the different names can be confusing, especially when repairing a variety of vehicle makes and models.
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 Toyota's position on this subject.
When it comes to repair information, vehicle makers use a wide variety of terminology for replacement parts. All of the different names can be confusing, especially when repairing a variety of vehicle makes and models.
As vehicle and repair technology evolve, so does the knowledge and skills required for collision repair professionals, and for students aspiring for a career in collision repair. Due to the increase in aluminum and high- and ultra-high-strength steels (HSS & UHSS), the standards for the Collision Repair Technology (CRT) competition for SkillsUSA have been updated to reflect the skills and repair methods necessary for complete, safe, quality repairs.
When it comes to repair information, vehicle makers use a wide variety of terminology for replacement parts. All of the different names can be confusing, especially when repairing a variety of vehicle makes and models.
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 Hyundai's position on this subject.
Honda released a Body Repair News bulletin for the 2016-2022 Honda HR-V.
The 2016 Chicago Auto Show media preview is wrapping up, do you want to know the trends we saw while in attendance? Okay, let's take a look at this years trends.
Ford/Lincoln has updated their www.motorcraftservice.com service and repair information website. This update to the website changes how to find the collision repair information you need.
We've talked about the SkillsUSA competition, but SkillsUSA is more than just the competition. This organization helps students in many ways. Let's take a look at what's beyond the competition.
Starting in 2017, Toyota will discontinue the Scion brand. Here's what they are looking at doing.
When it comes to sectioning reinforcements, there are a few things to keep in mind. Let's take a look at the considerations around this topic.
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...
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).
Honda/Acura has updated their position statement on pre- and post-repair scanning to give additional clarification on what is expected for scanning.
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.
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...
FCA/Stellantis has released a position statement related to pre- and post-repair system scanning.
I-CAR is having a discussion on the I-CAR apprenticeship program.
Sometimes seeing is understanding, that’s why I-CAR's technical team created the Just in Time video series to guide you through a variety of collision repair topics from ADAS and EVs to repair tips...
Day four of the numerous I-CAR and SCRS interviews and presentations at the 2026 SEMA Show.
Day three of the numerous I-CAR and SCRS interviews and presentations at the 2026 SEMA Show.
Day two of the numerous I-CAR and SCRS interviews and presentations at the 2026 SEMA Show.
Day one of the numerous I-CAR and SCRS interviews and presentations at the 2026 SEMA Show.
Per your request, we have step-by-step instructions on how to access the vehicle maker repair information to complement our how-to videos. Let's look at Subaru.
I-CAR had a discussion on FCA/Stellantis sectioning guidelines.
Ford has released the third installment of their On Target publication for 2026.
General Motors (GM) has a position statement on trailer hitch repair, first released in June 2026 and revised in September 2026.