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asTech Publishes Four Tips to Read and Understand OBD-II Codes
This highly visible malfunction indicator lamp (MIL), also known as a check engine light, can be set off for a variety of reasons related to electrical problems, mechanical issues, and even after a crash. Scan tools can usually pick up the diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) to assist in figuring out where the issue lies so it can be fixed, but this is not always a guaranteed way to find the problem. Some issues, such as flaws in calibration, will not trigger the check engine light or report any diagnostic trouble codes.
As a result of the indicator lamp not always being triggered by DTCs, asTech has released a publication to help guide technicians into understanding these codes. Their article, Four Tips to Read and Understand OBD-II Codes, lends a hand in using a vehicle’s on-board diagnostics system.
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MIG Brazing What Is It, Why Should I Use It?
June 02, 2014
Why MIG Brazing? It is widely known that GMA (MIG) welded; fully galvanized steel will lose some of its properties, including corrosion protection, due to the heat created during welding.…
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2015 Ford F-150 Outer Box Side Replacement Options
August 07, 2015
The method for replacing the outer box side on the 2015 Ford F-150 has been a popular area of discussion, and many people are asking, "What are my options and…
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I-CAR Best Practice: Recycled Outer Quarter Panels w/Rolled Hem Flanges
July 21, 2017
Periodically, I-CAR Repairability Summits are held to bring together collision industry stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop collision repair processes and best practices for repair of late-model, collision damaged…
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Restraints Wiring Repairs
May 23, 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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Mazda I-ELOOP Overview
January 27, 2014
Beginning model year 2014, Mazda has introduced a regenerative engine braking system called i-ELOOP, short for "Intelligent Energy Loop." In this system, a capacitor is used to store electrical energy…
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Typical Calibration Requirements for Blind Spot Sensors
October 19, 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…
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Toyota/Lexus/Scion Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning
July 28, 2016
As the industry continues to ask, are pre- and post-repair scans necessary, Toyota/Lexus/Scion provides their answer.
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2012 Ford Focus Active Grille Shutters
January 01, 2014
When making collision repairs to the 2012 Ford Focus, be aware that the vehicle may be equipped with an active grille shutter system (see Figure 1). This motorized system is…
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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning
June 09, 2016
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles US LLC has released a position statement related to the use of scan tools following collisions. In the position statement, FCA states:
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Typical Calibration Requirements for Park Assist Sensors
October 31, 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…
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Sectioning and Partial Part Replacement: 2018 Volvo S60
January 18, 2019
One of the top technical inquiries received at Ask I-CAR is, “Is there a sectioning or partial replacement procedure available?” To help answer this question, RTS has an OEM Partial…
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Nissan/INFINITI: Single-Use Parts Replacement Position Statement
January 14, 2019
It is often asked, can this fastener, clip, or part be reused? How can we tell if it can or cannot be reused?
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Nissan/INFINITI Position Statements Available - UPDATE
January 14, 2019
There's a new addition to the OEM Information page for Nissan/INFINITI. Nine new and revised position statements have been released fore each manufacturer that are now available for viewing on…
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Nissan/INFINITI Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair Scanning - UPDATE
January 14, 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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ADAS, Calibration, and Scanning Article Hotspot
January 14, 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 these subjects. I-CAR’s…
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Survey: Refinishing Materials
January 10, 2019
To assist I-CAR in meeting each individual’s needs, we have issued a survey to gather information that will aid in new course development. This short survey is intended to gather…
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Your 2018 Favorites: Top Ten Vehicles in OEM Calibration Requirements Search
January 10, 2019
Now that the new year is underway, let’s take a look at some of your favorite things from 2018. We will continue with your most visited vehicles in the OEM…
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Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning Position Statements
January 09, 2019
Are you wondering if a particular OEM or organization has a published position statement on pre-repair and post-repair scanning? We have compiled a list of most of the position statements…
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Your 2018 Favorites: Top Ten Sectioning and Partial Part Articles
January 08, 2019
Now that the new year is underway, let’s take a look at some of your favorite things from 2018. We will continue with your favorite sectioning and partial part replacement…
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Jaguar Land Rover Position Statements Available
January 07, 2019
There's a new addition to the OEM Information page for Jaguar Land Rover. An icon has been added that will link you to a page containing collision repair position statements.
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