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Audi Collision Repair And Material Guides

Audi has available to the public, three documents to aid in the repair of their vehicles. These documents are not a replacement for OEM vehicle-specific repair manuals. They are a general informational resource that can be utilized to gain general knowledge of Audi vehicles and insights into the proper repair of them.

Audi Collision Frame Technology Guide provides details on the structure of 2006 - 2012 Audi vehicles and includes information such as:

  • Vehicle-specific body construction material identification
  • Factory joining methods
  • Factory joining definitions
  • Factory joining locations
  • Repair considerations

Audi Body Construction is a self-study guide that dives deep into the vehicle body. What it is, what it does, and what it is made of. This guide differs from the Audi Collision Frame Technology guide in that it focuses on the science of the materials, going down to a molecular level. This includes details on the manufacturing process of different materials such as steel and aluminum.

You will find detailed information on items such as:

  • Vehicle body history
  • Factory joining methods
  • Adhesive bonding
  • OEM corrosion protection and seam sealing
  • Steel and aluminum alloys
  • Steel treatments
  • Steel strength classification
  • Repair assessment and repair methods

Auto Body-Collison is a self-study guide that provides details on a number of different 2015 - 2019 Audi models. The information goes beyond just the structure and joining techniques. Specifics are given on certain aspects of each vehicle that are important for the collision technician to be aware of.

Specific areas of the vehicles discussed include:

  • Vehicle-specific body construction material identification
  • Seating
  • Instrument panels
  • Spoilers
  • Bumpers
  • Carbon fiber
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Liftgate/deck lid
  • Hood

It is important to always follow OEM procedures for repairs. Having a better overview and understanding of a vehicle or OEM process will contribute to a complete, safe, and quality repair.

Audi Self-Studies can be found on the Audi OEM Information page on the RTS website.

Additional I-CAR Collision Repair News you may find helpful:

  • Weld-Through Primer Guidelines: Subaru - UPDATE Wednesday, 29 January 2025

    Weld-through primers are generally a zinc-based product that are applied to the mating surfaces prior to welding. Corroding zinc forms zinc oxide which protects the steel. This is called sacrificial corrosion....

  • Corrosion Protection Guidelines: Rivian Monday, 27 January 2025

    A key factor in collision repair is making long-lasting repairs. When a vehicle is repaired, many areas of corrosion protection are disturbed. This creates corrosion hot spots that left untreated...

  • Honda Has Released The 2025 CR-V e:FCEV Body Repair News Friday, 24 January 2025

    Honda has released a Body Repair News bulletin for the 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV (fuel cell electric vehicle). This document provides at-a-glance relevant information for this new model.

  • Weld-Through Primer Guidelines: FCA/Stellantis - UPDATE Wednesday, 22 January 2025

    Weld-through primers are generally a zinc-based product that are applied to the mating surfaces prior to welding. Corroding zinc forms zinc oxide which protects the steel. This is called sacrificial corrosion....

  • Bumper Cover Repair With ADAS: Hyundai Friday, 17 January 2025

    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)...

  • Rivian Glass Replacement Requirements Thursday, 16 January 2025

    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...

  • Rivian Position Statement: Paintless Dent Repair Friday, 10 January 2025

    Rivian has released a position statement on paintless dent repair (PDR).

  • Your 2024 Favorites: Top 20 Sectioning and Partial Part Vehicles Thursday, 9 January 2025

    Now that the new year is underway, let’s take a look at your 2024 favorite vehicles in the OEM Partial Part Replacement Search.

  • Your 2024 Favorites: Top Articles Wednesday, 8 January 2025

    As 2025 rolls in, we can reflect back on what the previous year had to offer. Let's take a look at some of the collision industry information you've been most interested in from this past year....

  • Rivian Position Statement: Reconditioned Wheels Friday, 3 January 2025

    The wheels on the vehicle are damaged, what type of repairs can be done, if any? And is it okay to use a reconditioned wheel? Let’s see what Rivian has to say.