High-Voltage Vehicle Paint Booth Quick Reference

Posted on 9 April 2024

When refinishing high-voltage (HV) vehicles, it is important to check for OEM paint booth temperature recommendations so that HV components do not get damaged in the heat.

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BMW iX SUV Quarter Panel Replacement

Posted on 12 March 2024

Carbon fiber structures offer new challenges for repairers. Let’s see one of the ways BMW addresses this on the outer quarter panel repair procedures for the iX SUV.

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I-CAR Repairers Realm: ADAS Calibrations After Wheel Alignment - Now Available

Posted on 5 March 2024

I-CAR had a discussion on advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) calibrations after a wheel alignment.

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Straightening And Heat: BMW/Mini

Posted on 24 January 2024

A question often asked of the Repairability Technical Support (RTS) team is, "Can heat be used to straighten?" Several OEMs provide steel repairability matrices that provide heating times and temperature limits based on the type of metal being repaired, while other OEMs have restrictions on using heat at all. Let’s see what BMW/Mini has to say.

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I-CAR Repairers Realm: SEMA: Vehicle-Maker Required Tools and Equipment - Now Available

Posted on 6 December 2023

I-CAR had a discussion on vehicle-maker required tools and equipment.

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48-Volt Mild Hybrid Systems: BMW

Posted on 16 November 2023

Mild hybrid systems are not new. They were some of the first hybrid vehicles to be put into production. The 48-volt mild hybrid system is now becoming more common among some vehicle makers. What considerations are there for repairing a vehicle equipped with a 48-volt mild hybrid system? Let’s see what BMW has to say.

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One-Time-Use Parts And Fasteners: BMW/Mini

Posted on 7 April 2023

What is a one-time-use part, and how do you determine if a fastener, clip, or part can be reused? These are questions that we are confronted with in the collision industry quite a lot. The other big question is "Where do I find this information?"

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Identifying The Correct Body Repair Manual: BMW/Mini

Posted on 26 January 2023

Vehicle makers may group their body repair manuals (BRM) in several different ways. Sometimes the BRMs are grouped by a year range, some are listed as VIN specific, and others are arranged by a body code. Let’s take a look at BMW/Mini to see how they group their BRMs.

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Locating OEM-Approved HV Tools: BMW/Mini

Posted on 20 January 2023

When researching procedures for disabling a high-voltage (HV) vehicle, you may notice that many of the procedures require the use of specific tools. Some of them are OEM-specific tools or scan tools. Often identifying and locating where to purchase these specific tools can be difficult.

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Refinishing Park Assist Sensors: BMW/Mini

Posted on 31 August 2022

Park assist sensors are part of the park assist system, just one of many advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) found on vehicles today. Damaged sensors are typically replaced and may require painting to match the vehicle. Vehicle makers often provide information on the painting of new sensors. Some vehicle makers do not recommend refinishing sensors with minor finish damage because excessive paint thickness may adversely affect the operation of the parkassist system. However, other vehicle makers allow refinishing and provide guidelines. Let’s see what BMW/Mini has to say.

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BMW/Mini High-Voltage Technician Levels

Posted on 26 May 2022

As electric-only, hybrid, and fuel cell electric vehicles are increasing in sales, they are becoming more commonplace in repair facilities. Along with the unique powertrains that come with these vehicles, also comes unique safety concerns. Regardless of vehicle maker, high-voltage (HV) systems pose a threat of injury or death if not handled properly. Only personnel with the proper training, PPE, tools, equipment, and service information should perform work on the HV systems.

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IT Test Article

Posted on 30 July 2021

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Subaru - Service Disconnect Plug Removal

To find the Subaru High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to techinfo.subaru.com
2. Enter username and password
3. Click Login
4. Select publication Service Diagnostics dropdown (top of webpage)
5. Select vehicle (new tab opens)
6. After the page loads, click General Description (top of webpage)
7. Find body repair manual, and click blue download arrow (right side of webpage)
8. Select Precaution from the menu (left of webpage)
9. Select Caution (Hybrid System) from menu (left of webpage)

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Tesla - Vehicle Electrical Isolation Procedure

To find the Tesla High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to service.teslamotors.com
2. Click Log In (top right corner of webpage)
3. Enter username and password, and click red Log In button
4. Select model picture (middle of webpage, or tabs across top of webpage)
5. Go to Service Information category, click Service Manual
6. Click "+" to left of 17 Electrical
7. A dropdown menu appears
8. Click + to left of 1701 12V Battery and Fuses
9. Click Vehicle Electrical Isolation Procedure

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Mazda - HV Traction Battery Systems Depowering - Hybrid

To find the Mazda High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.mazdaserviceinfo.com
2. Click Login (top right corner of webpage)
3. Enter username and password (middle of webpage)
4. Click Login
5. Click Electronic Service Information (top left corner of webpage)
6. Click View Content (light gray tab, top right)
7. Select the Model Year and Model from dropdown
8. Click Go
9. Click Workshop Manuals
10. Click Engine
11. Click Charging System
12. Click High-Voltage Traction Battery Systems Depowering - Hybrid

Mazda - Service Plug Removal/Installation

To find the Mazda High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.mazdaserviceinfo.com
2. Click Login (top right corner of webpage)
3. Enter username and password (middle of webpage)
4. Click Login
5. Click Electronic Service Information (top left corner of webpage)
6. Click View Content tab (light gray tab, top right of webpage)
7. Select Model Year and Model from dropdown
8. Click Go
9. Click Workshop Manuals
10. Click EV System
11. Click High Voltage System
12. Click Service Plug Removal/Installation

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Kia - HV, Repair Procedures

To find the Kia High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.kiatechinfo.snapon.com
2. Enter username and password (left side of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click Go To Kia Global Information System (top left, just above update account)
5. Click Service Materials (black tab, top of webpage)
6. Go to Service Materials tab, click Service Info (SI)
7. Select Year and Model from dropdown (top of webpage)
8. Click "+" (left side of webpage, next to the listed vehicle)
9. After menu expands, click General Information
10. Click repair procedures under General Information category

Kia - HV Shut-Off Procedures

To find the Kia High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.kiatechinfo.snapon.com
2. Enter username and password (left side of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click Go To Kia Global Information System (top left of webpage, just above update account)
5. Click Service Materials (black tab, top of webpage)
6. Go to Service Materials tab, click Service Info (SI)
7. Select Year and Model from dropdown (top of webpage)
8. Click "+" (left side of webpage, next to the listed vehicle)
9. After menu expands, click General Information
10. Click High-Voltage Shut-Off Procedures under General Information category

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Nissan - How to Disconnect HV

To find the Nissan High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.nissan-techinfo.com
2. Click United States
3. Enter username and password (lower left of webpage)
4. Click Submit
5. Click View Nissan Publications (top left of webpage)
6. From dropdown menu, select Service Manual, Model, and Year (right side of webpage)
7. Click Search (top right corner of webpage)
8. Click Eye icon by the hybrid service manual (right side of webpage)
9. Click General Information (left menu)
10. Go to General Information category, click GI - General Information
11. Click Precaution (left menu)
12. Click Cautions as to High-Voltage (left menu)
13. Click How to Disconnect High-Voltage (left menu)

INFINITI - How to Disconnect HV

To find the INFINITI High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.infiniti-techinfo.com
2. Click United States
3. Enter username and password (lower left of webpage)
4. Click Submit
5. Click View INFINITI Publications (top left of webpage)
6. From dropdown menu, select Service Manual, Model, and Year (right side of webpage)
7. Click Search (top right corner of webpage)
8. Click Eye icon by the hybrid service manual (right side of webpage)
9. Click General Information (left menu)
10. Go to General Information category, click Precaution (left menu)
11. Click Repair Information (left menu)
12. Click Cautions as to High-Voltage (left menu)
13. Click How to Disconnect High-Voltage (left menu)

Nissan - How to Disconnect HV - with precaution note

To find the Nissan High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.nissan-techinfo.com
2. Click United States
3. Enter username and password (lower left of webpage)
4. Click Submit
5. Click View Nissan Publications (top left webpage)
6. From dropdown menu, select Service Manual, Model, and Year (right side of webpage)
7. Click Search (top right corner of webpage)
8. Click Eye icon by the hybrid service manual (right side of webpage)
9. Click General Information (gray button)
10. Click General Information (left menu)
11. Click Cautions As To High-Voltage (left menu)
12. Click How To Disconnect High-Voltage (left menu)

Note: There is also a Precaution (left menu) that contains additional high-voltage safety.

Nissan - Precautions for HV Circuit

To find the Nissan High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.nissan-techinfo.com
2. Click United States
3. Enter username and password (lower left of webpage)
4. Click Submit
5. Click View Nissan Publications (top left of webpage)
6. From dropdown menu, select Service Manual, Model, and Year (right side of webpage)
7. Click Search (top right corner of webpage)
8. Click Eye icon by the hybrid service manual (right side of webpage)
9. Click A: General Information (left menu)
10. Go to General Information category, click GI - General Information
11. Click Precaution (left menu)
12. Click Precautions (left menu)
13. Click Precautions For High-Voltage System (left menu)
14. Click Precautions For High-Voltage Circuit (left menu)

Nissan - HV Shut-Off Procedure

To find the Nissan High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.nissan-techinfo.com
2. Click United States
3. Enter username and password (lower left of webpage)
4. Click Submit
5. Click View Nissan Publications (top left of webpage)
6. From dropdown menu, select Service Manual, Model, and Year (right side of webpage)
7. Click Search (top right corner of webpage)
8. Click Eye icon by the hybrid service manual (right side of webpage)
9. Click A: General Information (left menu)
10. Go to General Information category, click GI - General Information
11. Click Precaution (left menu)
12. Click Cautions as to High-Voltage (left menu)
13. Click How to Disconnect High-Voltage (left menu)
14. Click High-Voltage Shut-Off Procedure (left menu)

INFINITI - How to Cut Off HV

To find the INFINITI High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.infiniti-techinfo.com
2. Click United States
3. Enter username and password (lower left of webpage)
4. Click Submit
5. Click View INFINITI Publications (top left of webpage)
6. From dropdown menu, select Service Manual, Model, and Year (right side of webpage)
7. Click Search (top right corner of webpage)
8. Click Eye icon by the hybrid service manual (right side of webpage)
9. Click General Information (left menu)
10. Go to General Information category, click Precaution (left menu)
11. Click Repair Information (left menu)
12. Click Cautions as to High-Voltage (left menu)
13. Click How to Cut Off High-Voltage (left menu)

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Hyundai - Repair Procedures, HV Shutoff Procedure

To find the Hyundai High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.hyundaitechinfo.com
2. Enter username and password (left side of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click Shop from:
5. • option 1: Quick Menu (left side of webpage)
   • option 2: Service Information (top of webpage)
6. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (textbook on top of webpage)
• option 2: Select Year, Model, and Engine from dropdown (top of webpage)
7. Click "+" (left side of webpage) to expand various systems available
8. Click "+" (left side of webpage) to expand information in General Information category
9. Click High-Voltage Shut-Off Procedures

Hyundai - HV Shut-Off Procedures

To find the Hyundai High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.hyundaitechinfo.com
2. Enter username and password (left side of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click Shop from:
5. • option 1: Quick Menu (left side of webpage)
   • option 2: Service Information (top of webpage)
6. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (textbook on top of webpage)
• option 2: Select Year, Model, and Engine from dropdown (top of webpage)
7. Click "+" (left side of webpage) to expand various systems available
8. Click "+" (left side of webpage) to expand information in General Information category
9. Click High-Voltage Shut-Off Procedures

Hyundai - High Voltage Battery Handling Guide

To find the Hyundai High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.hyundaitechinfo.com
2. Enter username and password (left side of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click Shop from:
5. • option 1: Quick Menu (left side of webpage)
   • option 2: Service Information (top of webpage)
6. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (textbook on top of webpage)
• option 2: Select Year, Model, and Engine from dropdown (top of webpage)
7. Click "+" (left side of webpage) to expand the various systems available
8. Click "+" (left side of webpage) to expand the information in the General Information category
9. Click High-Voltage Battery Handling Guide

Hyundai - Battery Control System - HV Battery Handling Guide

To find the Hyundai High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.hyundaitechinfo.com
2. Enter username and password (left side of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click Shop from:
5. • option 1: Quick Menu (left side of webpage)
   • option 2: Service Information (top of webpage)
6. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (textbook on top of webpage)
• option 2: Select Year, Model, and Engine from dropdown (top of webpage)
7. Click "+" (left side of webpage) to expand the various systems available
8. Click "+" (left side of webpage) to expand the information in the Battery Control System category
9. Click High-Voltage Battery Handling Guide

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Genesis - HV Shut-Off Procedures

To find the Genesis High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.genesistechinfo.com
2. Enter username and password (left side of webpage)
3. Click Sign In
4. Click Shop (left side of webpage)
5. Select Year, Model, and Engine from dropdown menu (top of webpage)
6. Click Click "+" to expand menu (left side of webpage, next to listed vehicle)
7. Click General Information
8. Go to General Information category, click High-Voltage Shut-Off Procedures

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GM - Hybrid/EV, HV Disabling

To find GM High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.acdelcotds.com
2. Click Login/Register button (top right corner of webpage)
3. Enter username and password
4. Click Enter
5. Scroll down to the bottom
6. Click Accept
7. Click Continue
8. Click Subscriptions (top of webpage)
9. Go to My Subscriptions, click Access
10. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN
• option 2: Select from Dropdowns (top of webpage)
11. Click Next
12. Click blue text Vehicle Model Service Manual (first one in list)
13. Click Hybrid or Hybrid/EV
14. Click Hybrid or Hybrid/EV Energy Storage
15. Click Diagnostic Information and Procedures
16. Select High Voltage Disabling

GM - Engine/Propulsion, HV Disabling

To find GM High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.acdelcotds.com
2. Click Login/Register button (top right corner of webpage)
3. Enter username and password
4. Click Enter
5. Scroll down to the bottom
6. Click Accept
7. Click Continue
8. Click Subscriptions (top of webpage)
9. Go to My Subscriptions, click Access
10. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN
• option 2: Select from Dropdowns (top of webpage)
11. Click Next
12. Click blue text Vehicle Model Service Manual (first one in list)
13. Click Engine/Propulsion
14. Click Hybrid/EV Energy Storage
15. Click Diagnostic Information and Procedures
16. Select High Voltage Disabling

GM - Repair Instructions/ Battery Service Disconnect

To find GM High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.acdelcotds.com
2. Click Login/Register button in the top right-hand corner of webpage
3. Enter username and password
4. Click Enter
5. Scroll down to the bottom
6. Click Accept
7. Click Continue
8. Click Subscriptions (top of webpage)
9. Go to My Subscriptions, click Access
10. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN
• option 2: Select from the Dropdowns (top of webpage)
11. Click Next
12. Click Vehicle Model Service Manual blue text (first one in the list)
13. Click Hybrid or Hybrid/EV
14. Click Hybrid or Hybrid/EV Energy Storage
15. Click Repair Instructions
16. Select Hybrid Battery Service Disconnect/Connect

GM - Hybrid Owner Manual

To find GM High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.acdelcotds.com
2. Click Login/Register button (top right-hand corner of webpage)
3. Enter username and password
4. Click Enter
5. Scroll down to the bottom
6. Click Accept
7. Click Continue
8. Click Subscriptions (top of webpage)
9. Go to My Subscriptions, click Access
10. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN
• option 2: Select from the Dropdowns (top of webpage)
11. Click Next
12. Click blue text Hybrid Owner Manual (under Owner Manual Supplement)
13. Click Service and Appearance Care
14. Click Electrical System
15. Click Battery Disconnect Switch

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Chrysler - Search Bar - HV Power Down

To find the Chrysler High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to stellantisiop.com
2. Enter username and password
3. Click Login
4. Click Select Brand
5. Click Launch (in popup box)
6. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (top of webpage)
• option 2: Select Year, Model, and Engine from dropdowns (top of webpage)
• option 3: Click vehicle emblems to Select Brand, Select Model, and Select Year & Engine (middle of webpage)
7. In Search bar, type Power Down (top right corner of webpage)
8. Search results appear below
9. Click Service Information menu (left of search results)
10. Click Standard Procedure
11. Click link for Battery System Standard Procedure (High Voltage Power Down)

Dodge - Search Bar - HV Power Down

To find the Dodge High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to stellantisiop.com
2. Enter username and password
3. Click Login
4. Click Select Brand
5. Click Launch (in popup box)
6. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (top of webpage)
• option 2: Select Year, Model, and Engine from dropdowns (top of webpage)
• option 3: Click vehicle emblems to Select Brand, Select Model, and Select Year & Engine (middle of webpage)
7. In Search bar, type Power Down (top right corner of webpage)
8. Search results appear below
9. Click Service Information menu (left of search results)
10. Click Standard Procedure
11. Click link for Battery System Standard Procedure (High Voltage Power Down)

Chrysler - PHEV, HV Power Down

To find the Chrysler High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to stellantisiop.com
2. Enter username and password
3. Click Login
4. Click Select Brand
5. Click Launch (in popup box)
6. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (top of webpage)
• option 2: Select Year, Model, and Engine from dropdowns (top of webpage)
• option 3: Click vehicle emblems to Select Brand, Select Model, and Select Year & Engine (middle of webpage)
7. Click Collision Info (left side of webpage)
8. Click 31-Collision Information
9. Click Standard Procedures - PHEV
10. Click High-Voltage Power Down

Jeep - Phev, HV Power Down

To find the Jeep High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to stellantisiop.com
2. Enter username and password
3. Click Login
4. Click Select Brand
5. Click Launch (in popup box)
6. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (top of webpage)
• option 2: Select Year, Model, and Engine from dropdowns (top of webpage)
• option 3: Click vehicle emblems to Select Brand, Select Model, and Select Year & Engine (middle of webpage)
7. Click Collision Info (left side of webpage)
8. Click 31-Collision Information
9. Click Standard Procedures - PHEV
10. Click High-Voltage Power Down

Fiat - BEV, HV Power Down

To find the Fiat High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to stellantisiop.com
2. Enter username and password
3. Click Login
4. Go to Select Brand, click vehicle emblem
5. Click Launch (in popup box)
6. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (top of webpage)
• option 2: Select Year, Model, and Engine from dropdowns (top of webpage)
• option 3: Click vehicle emblems to Select Brand, Select Model, and Select Year & Engine (middle of webpage)
7. Click Collision Info (left side of webpage)
8. Click 31-Collision Information
9. Click Standard Procedures - BEV
10. Click High-Voltage Power Down Procedure

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Volkswagen - HV System, De-Energizing (e-Golf 2010-14)

To find the Volkswagen High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.erwin.vw.com
2. Enter username and password (right side of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click OK (popup window)
5. Click Service Information tab (top of webpage)
6. Category 1, select Repair Manual
7. Leave Category 2 blank
8. Click Search
9. Select Electrical System E-Golf from list
10. Click OK (popup window)
11. Scroll down to last page and click OK
12. Scroll down to table of contents and click High Voltage System, De-Energizing

Volkswagen - HV System, De-Energizing (Electrical System Hybrid)

To find the Volkswagen High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.erwin.vw.com
2. Enter username and password (right side of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click OK (popup window)
5. Click Service Information tab (top of webpage)
6. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (vehicle identification number tab)
• option 2: Select Year and Model (guided search tab)
7. Category 1, select Repair Manual
8. Leave Category 2 blank
9. Click Search
10. Select Electrical System Hybrid from list
11. Click OK (popup window)
12. Scroll down to the last page and click OK
13. Scroll down to the table of contents and click High Voltage System, De-Energizing

Volkswagen - Disabling the HV System

To find the Volkswagen High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.erwin.vw.com
2. Enter username and password (right side of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click OK (popup window)
5. Click Service Information tab (top of webpage)
6. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (vehicle identification number tab)
• option 2: Select Year and Model (guided search tab)
7. Category 1, select Repair Manual
8. Leave Category 2 blank
9. Click Search
10. Select Electrical System Hybrid from list
11. Click OK (popup window)
12. Scroll down to the last page and click OK
13. Scroll down to the table of contents and click Disabling the High-Voltage System

Volkswagen - HV System, De-Energizing (e-Golf 2015-)

To find the Volkswagen High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.erwin.vw.com
2. Enter username and password (right side of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click OK (popup window)
5. Click Service Information tab (top of webpage)
6. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (vehicle identification number tab)
• option 2: Select Year and Model (guided search tab)
7. Category 1, select Repair Manual
8. Leave Category 2 blank
9. Click Search
10. Select Electric Drive from list
11. Click OK (popup window)
12. Scroll down to the last page and click OK
13. Scroll down to the table of contents and click High Voltage System, De-Energizing

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Mitsubishi - Service Plug Removal

To find the Mitsubishi High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to mitsubishitechinfo.com
2. Enter username and password (top left corner of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click Continue (middle left of webpage)
5. Click Service Information (top left of webpage)
6. Click Click Here (middle of webpage)
7. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN
• option 2: Select form dropdown menu Year and Model
8. Click Service Manual (near bottom of dropdown)
9. Select blue link under box with vehicle information that says Click Here to view the table of contents for the Service Manual
10. Click Electric Motor Unit and Main Drive Lithium-Ion Battery (dropdown appears)
11. Click Precautions on How to Use the High-Voltage Vehicle from dropdown (pop-up window opens)
12. After page loads, scroll down to Service Plug and Service Lid Removal Steps

Mitsubishi - Service Plug Removal (EMCU)

To find the Mitsubishi High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to mitsubishitechinfo.com
2. Enter username and password (top left corner of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click Continue (middle left of webpage)
5. Click Service Information (top left of webpage)
6. Click Click Here (middle of webpage)
7. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN
• option 2: Select from dropdown menu Year and Model
8. Click Service Manual (near bottom of dropdown)
9. Select blue link under the box with vehicle information that says Click Here to view the table of contents for the Service Manual
10. Click Electric Motor Control Unit (EMCU) and Motor (Electric Motor Unit) (dropdown menu appears)
11. From dropdown menu, click Precautions on How to Handle the High-Voltage Vehicle (pop-up window opens)
12. After page loads, scroll down to Service Plug and Service Lid Removal Steps

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Smart - Disable/Enable HV

To find the Smart High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.startekinfo.com
2. Click Login (top right corner of webpage)
3. Enter username and password (lower left of webpage)
4. Click Log on
5. Click Explorer Passenger Technical Docs (right side of webpage)
6. Click XENTRY WIS (top right of webpage)
7. A new popup window opens
8. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (best search option)
• option 2: Select Chassis Mode (use dropdown)
9. Click OK
10. Click Standard search
11. Click "+" button under Groups
12. Select 54 Electrical System, Equipment And Instruments
13. Go to Information Types, click "+" button
14. Select All Information Types
15. Click Search icon (button turns dark blue when selection is made)
16. Scroll down to Disable/enable high-voltage system
17. Click Eye icon to view document (right side of webpage)

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Mercedes-Benz - Xentry Disconnect From Power

To find the Mercedes-Benz High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.startekinfo.com
2. Click Login (top right corner of webpage)
3. Enter username and password (lower left of webpage)
4. Click Log on
5. Click Explorer Passenger Technical Docs (right side of webpage)
6. Click XENTRY WIS (top right of webpage)
7. A new popup window opens
8. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (best search option)
• option 2: Select Chassis Mode (use dropdown)
9. Click OK
10. Click Standard search
11. Go to Groups, click "+" button
12. Select 54 Electrical System, Equipment And Instruments
13. Click "+" button under Information Types
14. Select All Information Types
15. Click Search icon (button turns dark blue when selections are made)
16. Scroll down to Perform Manual Power Disconnect for High-Voltage On-Board Electrical System
17. Click Eye icon to view document (right side of webpage)

Mercedes-Benz - Xentry Remove Install Connecting Point

To find the Mercedes-Benz High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.startekinfo.com
2. Click Login (top right corner of webpage)
3. Enter username and password (lower left of webpage)
4. Click Log on
5. Click Explorer Passenger Technical Docs (right side of webpage)
6. Click XENTRY WIS (top right of webpage)
7. A new popup window opens
8. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (best search option)
• option 2: Select Chassis Mode (use dropdown)
9. Click OK
10. Click Standard search
11. Go to Groups, click "+" button
12. Select 54 Electrical System, Equipment And Instruments
13. Click "+" button under Information Types
14. Select All Information Types
15. Click Search icon (button turns dark blue when selections are made)
16. Scroll down to Remove/Install Connecting Point For High-Voltage On-Board Electrical System Current Interruption
17. Click Eye icon to view document (right side of webpage)

Mercedes-Benz - Xentry Manually Deenergize

To find the Mercedes-Benz High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.startekinfo.com
2. Click Login (top right corner of webpage)
3. Enter username and password (lower left of webpage)
4. Click Log on
5. Click Explorer Passenger Technical Docs (right side of webpage)
6. Click XENTRY WIS (top right of webpage)
7. A new popup window opens
8. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (best search option)
• option 2: Select Chassis Mode (use dropdown)
9. Click OK
10. Click Standard search
11. Go to Groups, click "+" button
12. Select 54 Electrical System, Equipment And Instruments
13. Click "+" button under Information Types
14. Select All Information Types
15. Click Search icon (button turns dark blue when selections are made)
16. Scroll down to Manually Deenergize High-Voltage On-board Electrical System
17. Click Eye icon to view document (right side of webpage)

Mercedes-Benz - Manual Power Disconnect for HV On-board Electrical System

To find the Mercedes-Benz High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.startekinfo.com
2. Enter username and password (lower left of webpage)
3. Click GO
4. Click Launch WIS-net (middle column about halfway down)
5. Click Open (bottom of webpage)
6. Click Run (popup window)
7. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (best search option)
• option 2: Select Chassis Mode (use dropdown)
8. Click left check boxes 54 Electrical System, Equipment and Instruments (select sub-categories 54.00 and 54.10)
9. Click right check box All Information Types
10. Click Start Search (top left)
11. Scroll down and click Perform Manual Power Disconnect for High-Voltage On-board Electrical System

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Jaguar Land Rover - PHEV Power Down/UP

To find the Jaguar Land Rover High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to topix.jaguar.jlrext.com or topix.landrover.jlrext.com
2. Click English (if prompted)
3. Click United States (if prompted)
4. Click Authorised Repairer Login or Independent Operators Login (depends on your purchased subscription)
5. Enter username and password
6. Click Login
7. Click Continue
8. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (top left corner of webpage)
• option 2: Enter Model and Year under Search via Model Selection
9. Click Find
10. Go to Option Selection, click Browse all
11. Click Documents (top of webpage)
12. Click Workshop Manual (left menu)
13. Click Workshop Manual
14. Click 4: Electrical
15. Click 414: Battery and Charging System
16. Click 414-01B: Battery, Mounting and Cables
17. Click PHEV Power Down/Up - Complete Vehicle

Jaguar Land Rover - MHEV Power Down/UP

To find the Jaguar Land Rover High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to topix.jaguar.jlrext.com or topix.landrover.jlrext.com
2. Click English (if prompted)
3. Click United States (if prompted)
4. Click Authorised Repairer Login or Independent Operators Login (depends on your purchased subscription)
5. Enter username and password
6. Click Login
7. Click Continue
8. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (top left corner of webpage)
• option 2: Enter Model and Year under Search via Model Selection
9. Click Find
10. Go to Option Selection, click Browse all
11. Click Documents (top of webpage)
12. Click Workshop Manual (left menu)
13. Click Workshop Manual
14. Click 4: Electrical
15. Click 414: Battery, Mounting and Cables XXX
16. Click MHEV Power Down/Up

Jaguar Land Rover - MHEV Battery Disconnect

To find the Jaguar Land Rover High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to topix.jaguar.jlrext.com or topix.landrover.jlrext.com
2. Click English (if prompted)
3. Click United States (if prompted)
4. Click Authorised Repairer Login or Independent Operators Login (depends on your purchased subscription)
5. Enter username and password
6. Click Login
7. Click Continue
8. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (top left corner of webpage)
• option 2: Enter Model and Year under Search via Model Selection
9. Click Find
10. Go to Option Selection, click Browse all
11. Click Documents (top of webpage)
12. Click Workshop Manual (left menu)
13. Click Workshop Manual
14. Click 4: Electrical
15. Click 414: Battery, Mounting and Cables XXX
16. Click MHEV Battery Disconnect And Connect

Jaguar Land Rover - HV System Power Down/UP

To find the Jaguar Land Rover High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to topix.jaguar.jlrext.com or topix.landrover.jlrext.com
2. Click English (if prompted)
3. Click United States (if prompted)
4. Click Authorised Repairer Login or Independent Operators Login (depends on your purchased subscription)
5. Enter username and password
6. Click Login
7. Click Continue
8. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (top left corner of webpage)
• option 2: Enter Model and Year under Search via Model Selection
9. Click Find
10. Click Browse all under Option Selection
11. Click Documents (top of webpage)
12. Click Workshop Manual (left menu)
13. Click Workshop Manual
14. Click 4: Electrical
15. Click 414: Battery, Mounting And Cables All Markets Excluding China, High Voltage System
16. Click High Voltage System Power Down/Up Complete Vehicle

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BMW - Disconnect HV System From Power

To find the BMW High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.bmwtechinfo.com
2. Enter username and password (top left block)
3. Click Login
4. Click I agree
5. Click AOS (top of webpage)
6. From dropdown, select Repair Manuals & Diagrams (AIR)
7. Click Start (middle of webpage)
8. New window or tab opens
9. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN into first textbook, and click magnifying glass icon (inside textbook)
• option 2: Manually select vehicle(right side of webpage)
1. Select Brand from dropdown
2. Select Model Series from downdown
3. Select Development Code from downdown
4. Select other required information from downdown
5. Click magnifying glass icon (bottom of webpage)
10. Click Repair Instructions (top of webpage)
11. Click Unified Parts Group (left side of webpage)
12. Click 61 General Vehicle Electrical System
13. Click 61/25 High Voltage Battery System
14. After selecting the parts group, a list of documents appears(middle of webpage)
15. Click document that says Disconnect High-Voltage System From Power

MINI - Disconnect HV System From Power

To find the MINI High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.bmwtechinfo.com
2. Enter username and password (top left block)
3. Click Login
4. Click I agree
5. Click AOS (top of webpage)
6. From dropdown, select Repair Manuals & Diagrams (AIR)
7. Click Start (middle of webpage)
8. New window or tab opens
9. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN into first textbook, and click magnifying glass icon (inside textbook)
• option 2: Manually select vehicle(right side of webpage)
1. Select Brand from dropdown
2. Select Model Series from downdown
3. Select Development Code from downdown
4. Select other required information from downdown
5. Click magnifying glass icon (bottom of webpage)
10. Click Repair Instructions (top of webpage)
11. Click Unified Parts Group (left side of webpage)
12. Click 61 General Vehicle Electrical System
13. Click 61/25 High Voltage Battery System
14. After selecting the parts group, a list of documents appears(middle of webpage)
15. Click document that says Disconnect High-Voltage System From Power

BMW - 48 Volt Disconnect from Ground

To find the BMW High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.bmwtechinfo.com
2. Enter username and password (top left block)
3. Click Login
4. Click I agree
5. Click AOS (top of webpage)
6. From dropdown, select Repair Manuals & Diagrams (AIR)
7. Click Start (middle of webpage)
8. New window or tab opens
9. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN into first textbook, and click magnifying glass icon (inside textbook)
• option 2: Manually select vehicle(right of webpage)
1. Select Brand from dropdown
2. Select Model Series from downdown
3. Select Development Code from downdown
4. Select other required information from downdowns
5. Click magnifying glass icon (bottom of webpage)
10. Click Repair Instructions (top of webpage)
11. Click Unified Parts Group (left of webpage)
12. Click 61 General Vehicle Electrical System
13. Click 61/20 Battery
14. After selecting parts group, a list of documents appears (middle of webpage)
15. Click document that says Disconnecting And Connecting Battery Ground Lead

BMW - De-energize The High-voltage System

To find the BMW High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.bmwtechinfo.com
2. Enter username and password (top left block)
3. Click Login
4. Click I agree
5. Click AOS (top of webpage)
6. Select Repair Manuals & Diagrams (AIR) from dropdown,
7. Click Start (middle of webpage)
8. New window or tab opens
9. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN into first textbook, and click magnifying glass icon (inside textbook)
• option 2: Manually select vehicle(right side of webpage)
1. Select Brand from dropdown
2. Select Model Series from downdown
3. Select Development Code from downdown
4. Select other required information from downdowns
5. Click magnifying glass icon (bottom of webpage)
10. Click Repair Instructions (top of webpage)
11. Click Unified Parts Group (left side of webpage)
12. Click 61 General Vehicle Electrical System
13. Click 61/25 High Voltage Battery System
14. After selecting parts group, a list of documents appears (middle of webpage)
15. Click document that says De-Energise The High-Voltage System

MINI - De-Energize The High-Voltage System

To find the MINI High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.bmwtechinfo.com
2. Enter username and password (top left block)
3. Click Login
4. Click I agree
5. Click AOS (top of webpage)
6. From dropdown, select Repair Manuals & Diagrams (AIR)
7. Click Start (middle of webpage)
8. A new window or tab opens
9. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN into first textbook, and click magnifying glass icon (inside textbook)
• option 2: Manually select vehicle(right side of webpage)
1. Select Brand from dropdown
2. Select Model Series from downdown
3. Select Development Code from downdown
4. Select other required information from downdowns
5. Click magnifying glass icon (bottom of webpage)
10. Click Repair Instructions (top of webpage)
11. Click Unified Parts Group (left side of webpage)
12. Click 61 General Vehicle Electrical System
13. Click 61/25 High Voltage Battery System
14. After selecting the parts group, a list of documents appears(middle of webpage)
15. Click document that says De-Energize The High-Voltage System

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Audi - HV System, De-Energizing

To find the Audi High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.erwin.audiusa.com
2. Enter username and password (right side of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click OK (popup window)
5. Click Search tab (top of webpage)
6. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (vehicle identification number tab)
• option 2: Select Year and Model (guided search tab)
7. Category 1 select Repair Manual
8. Click Search
9. Select Electrical System Hybrid from list (click download document icon, to right of document you want to view)
10. Click OK (popup window)
11. Scroll down to the last page and click OK
12. Scroll down to the table of contents and click 9 High Voltage System, De-Energizing

Audi - HV Vehicle General Information

To find the Audi High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.erwin.audiusa.com
2. Enter username and password (right side of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click OK (popup window)
5. Click Search tab (top of webpage)
6. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter VIN (vehicle identification number tab)
• option 2: Select Year and Model (guided search tab)
7. Category 1 selectRepair Manual
8. Category 2 selectElectrical System
9. Click Search
10. Select High-Voltage Vehicle General Information from list (click download document icon, to right of document you want to view)
11. Click OK (popup window)
12. Scroll down to the last page and click OK
13. Scroll down to the table of contents and click High Voltage System, De-Energizing and Energizing

Audi - De-Energize Engine Manual

To find the Audi High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.erwin.audiusa.com
2. Enter username and password (right side of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click OK (popup window)
5. Click Search tab (top of webpage)
6. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter the VIN (vehicle identification number tab)
• option 2: Select Year and Model (guided search tab)
7. Category 1, select Repair Manual
8. Click Search
9. Select manual for engine from list (click download document icon, to right of the document you want to view)
10. Click OK (popup window)
11. Review warning, and accept by clicking OK
12. Scroll down to table of contents, and click High Voltage System, De-Energizing and Energizing

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Porsche - Isolating HV Electrical System

To find Porsche High-Voltage Disable Procedures on ALLDATA repair information:

1. Go to collision.alldata.com
2. Enter Username and Password
3. Click Login
4. Click Select Vehicle (top left corner of webpage)
5. Enter VIN or select Year, Make, Model, and Engine
6. Click High Voltage System Disable/Enable
7. Click Information for High Voltage System Disable/Enable
8. Click Service and Repair
9. Click Procedures
10. Click 2X00IN Isolating High-Voltage Electrical System From Power Supply/Starting High-Voltage Electrical System

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Acura - IMA System Information

To find the Acura High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to techinfo.acura.com
2. Enter username and password (top left corner of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click Service Info (top of webpage)
5. Select Model from dropdown (top left corner of webpage)
6. Select Year from dropdown (top left corner of webpage)
7. Type BRM in Type-In Keyword box (top left corner of webpage)
8. Click Search button
9. Click Body Repair Manual blue text (middle of webpage, near bottom of list)
10. A new window opens
11. Click General Information (top left corner of webpage)
12. Click IMA System Information
13. Go to Turning Off and On Power to the High Voltage Circuit procedure within the document

Honda - IMA Service Information

To find the Honda High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to techinfo.honda.com
2. Enter username and password (top left corner of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click Service Info (top of webpage)
5. Select Model from dropdown (top left corner of webpage)
6. Select Year from dropdown (top left corner of webpage)
7. Type BRM in Type-In Keyword box (top left corner of webpage)
8. Click Search button
9. Click Body Repair Manual blue text (middle of webpage, near bottom of list)
10. A new window opens
11. Click General Information (top left corner of webpage)
12. Click IMA System Information
13. Go to Turning Off and On Power to the High Voltage Circuit procedure within the document

Acura - Electric Powertrain Systems

To find the Acura High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to techinfo.acura.com
2. Enter username and password (top left corner of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click Service Info (top of webpage)
5. Select Model from dropdown (top left corner of webpage)
6. Select Year from dropdown (top left corner of webpage)
7. Type BRM in Type-In Keyword box (top left corner of webpage)
8. Click Search button
9. Click Body Repair Manual blue text (middle of webpage, near bottom of list)
10. A new window opens
11. Click General Information (top left corner of webpage)
12. Click Electric Powertrain System
13. Go to Turning Off and On Power to the High Voltage Circuit procedure within the document

Honda - Electric Powertrain Systems

To find the Honda High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to techinfo.honda.com
2. Enter username and password (top left corner of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click Service Info (top of webpage)
5. Select Model from dropdown (top left corner of webpage)
6. Select Year from dropdown (top left corner of webpage)
7. Type BRM in Type-In Keyword box (top left corner of webpage)
8. Click Search button
9. Click Body Repair Manual blue text (middle of webpage, near bottom of list)
10. A new window opens
11. Click General Information (top left corner of webpage)
12. Click Electric Powertrain System
13. Go to Turning Off and On Power to the High Voltage Circuit procedure within the document

Honda - No BRM, Arrows, IMA Service Precautions

To find the Honda High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to techinfo.honda.com
2. Enter username and password (top left corner of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click Service Info (top of webpage)
5. Select Model from dropdown (top left corner of webpage)
6. Select Year from dropdown (top left corner of webpage)
7. Type IMA Service Precautions in Type-In Keyword box (top left corner of webpage)
8. Click Search button
9. Click IMA System Service Precautions blue text (middle of webpage)
10. A new window opens
11. Click forward arrow at top of webpage to locate Turning Off and On Power to the High Voltage Circuit

Honda - No BRM, Scroll, IMA Service Precautions

To find the Honda High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to techinfo.honda.com
2. Enter username and password (top left corner of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click Service Info (top of webpage)
5. Select Model from dropdown (top left corner of webpage)
6. Select Year from dropdown (top left corner of webpage)
7. Type IMA Service Precautions in Type-In Keyword box (top left corner of webpage)
8. Click Search button
9. Click IMA System Service Precautions blue text (middle of webpage)
10. A new window opens
11. Go to Turning Off and On Power to the High Voltage Circuit procedure within the document

Acura - No BRM, Special Information - delete

To find the Acura High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. delete

Honda - No BRM, Electric Powertrain Precautions

To find the Honda High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to techinfo.honda.com
2. Enter username and password (top left corner of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click Service Info (top of webpage)
5. Select Model from dropdown (top left corner of webpage)
6. Select Year from dropdown (top left corner of webpage)
7. Type Electric Powertrain Service Precautions in Type-In Keyword box (top left corner of webpage)
8. Click Search button
9. Click Electric Powertrain Service Precautions blue text (middle of webpage)
10. A new window opens
11. Go to Turning Off and On Power to the High Voltage Circuit procedure within the document

Acura - No BRM, Electric Powertrain Precautions

To find the Acura High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to techinfo.acura.com
2. Enter username and password (top left corner of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click Service Info (top of webpage)
5. Select Model from dropdown (top left corner of webpage)
6. Select Year from dropdown (top left corner of webpage)
7. Type Electric Powertrain Service Precautions in Type-In Keyword box (top left corner of webpage)
8. Click Search button
9. Click Electric Powertrain Service Precautions blue text (middle of webpage)
10. A new window opens
11. Go to Turning Off and On Power to the High Voltage Circuit procedure within the document

Acura - New BRM - Electric Powertrain - change to No BRM - delete

To find the Acura High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. delete

Honda - New BRM - Electric Powertrain - change to No BRM - delete

To find the Honda High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. delete

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Ford - HV Battery Disconnect and Connect (HEV)

To find the Ford High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.motorcraftservice.com
2. Click Login (top right side of webpage)
3. Enter username and password (middle of webpage)
4. Click Submit
5. Click All Vehicle Lines for Model Years 1994-Current blue text
6. A new tab/window opens
7. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter By VIN
• option 2: Enter By Year & Model
8. Click Go
9. Click Workshop tab (top of webpage)
10. Go to 4: Electrical, click 14: Battery and Charging System
11. Click High Voltage Battery, Mounting and Cables
12. Click General Procedures
13. Click High Voltage Battery Disconnect and Connect - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)

Ford - HV Battery Disconnect and Connect (FHEV)

To find the Ford High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.motorcraftservice.com
2. Click Login (top right side of webpage)
3. Enter username and password (middle of webpage)
4. Click Submit
5. Click All Vehicle Lines for Model Years 1994-Current blue text
6. A new tab/window opens
7. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter By VIN
• option 2: Enter By Year & Model
8. Click Go
9. Click Workshop tab (top of webpage)
10. Go to 4: Electrical, click 14: Battery and Charging System
11. Click High Voltage Battery, Mounting and Cables
12. Click General Procedures
13. Click High Voltage Battery Disconnect and Connect - Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle (FHEV)

Lincoln - HV Battery Disconnect and Connect (FHEV)

To find the Lincoln High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.motorcraftservice.com
2. Click Login (top right side of webpage)
3. Enter username and password (middle of webpage)
4. Click Submit
5. Click All Vehicle Lines for Model Years 1994-Current blue text
6. A new tab/window opens
7. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter By VIN
• option 2: Enter By Year & Model
8. Click Go
9. Click Workshop tab (top of webpage)
10. Go to 4: Electrical, click 14: Battery and Charging System
11. Click High Voltage Battery, Mounting and Cables
12. Click General Procedures
13. Click High Voltage Battery Disconnect and Connect - Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle (FHEV)

Ford - HV Battery Disconnect and Connect (PHEV)

To find the Ford High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.motorcraftservice.com
2. Click Login (top right side of webpage)
3. Enter username and password (middle of webpage)
4. Click Submit
5. Click All Vehicle Lines for Model Years 1994-Current blue text
6. A new tab/window opens
7. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter By VIN
• option 2: Enter By Year & Model
8. Click Go
9. Click Workshop tab (top of webpage)
10. Go to 4: Electrical, click 14: Battery and Charging System
11. Click High Voltage Battery, Mounting and Cables
12. Click General Procedures
13. Click High Voltage Battery Disconnect and Connect - Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)

Ford - HV Battery Disconnect and Connect

To find the Ford High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.motorcraftservice.com
2. Click Login (top right side of webpage)
3. Enter username and password (middle of webpage)
4. Click Submit
5. Click All Vehicle Lines for Model Years 1994-Current blue text
6. A new tab/window opens
7. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter By VIN
• option 2: Enter By Year & Model
8. Click Go
9. Click Workshop tab (top of webpage)
10. Go to 4: Electrical, click 14: Battery and Charging System
11. Click High Voltage Battery, Mounting and Cables
12. Click General Procedures
13. Click High Voltage Battery Disconnect and Connect

Ford - HV Traction Battery Systems Depowering

To find the Ford High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.motorcraftservice.com
2. Click Login (top right side of webpage)
3. Enter username and password (middle of webpage)
4. Click Submit
5. Click All Vehicle Lines for Model Years 1994-Current blue text
6. A new tab/window opens
7. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter By VIN
• option 2: Enter By Year & Model
8. Click Go
9. Click Workshop tab (top of webpage)
10. Go to 4: Electrical, click 14: Battery and Charging System
11. Click High Voltage Traction Battery
12. Click General Procedures
13. Click High-Voltage Traction Battery Systems Depowering

Lincoln - HV Traction Battery Systems Depowering

To find the Lincoln High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.motorcraftservice.com
2. Click Login (top right side of webpage)
3. Enter username and password (middle of webpage)
4. Click Submit
5. Click All Vehicle Lines for Model Years 1994-Current blue text
6. A new tab/window opens
7. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter By VIN
• option 2: Enter By Year & Model
8. Click Go
9. Click Workshop tab (top of webpage)
10. Go to 4: Electrical, click 14: Battery and Charging System
11. Click High Voltage Traction Battery
12. Click General Procedures
13. Click High-Voltage Traction Battery Systems Depowering

Mercury - HV Traction Battery Systems Depowering

To find the Mercury High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.motorcraftservice.com
2. Click Login (top right side of webpage)
3. Enter username and password (middle of webpage)
4. Click Submit
5. Click All Vehicle Lines for Model Years 1994-Current blue text
6. A new tab/window opens
7. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter By VIN
• option 2: Enter By Year & Model
8. Click Go
9. Click Workshop tab (top of webpage)
10. Go to 4: Electrical, click 14: Battery and Charging System
11. Click High Voltage Traction Battery
12. Click General Procedures
13. Click High-Voltage Traction Battery Systems Depowering

Ford - HV System De-Energizing

To find the Ford High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.motorcraftservice.com
2. Click Login (top right side of webpage)
3. Enter username and password (middle of webpage)
4. Click Submit
5. Click All Vehicle Lines for Model Years 1994-Current blue text
6. A new tab/window opens
7. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter By VIN
• option 2: Enter By Year & Model
8. Click Go
9. Click Workshop tab (top of webpage)
10. Go to 4: Electrical, click 14: Battery and Charging System
11. Click High Voltage Battery, Mounting and Cables
12. Click General Procedures
13. Click High Voltage System De-energizing

Lincoln - HV System De-Energizing

To find the Ford High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to www.motorcraftservice.com
2. Click Login (top right side of webpage)
3. Enter username and password (middle of webpage)
4. Click Submit
5. Click All Vehicle Lines for Model Years 1994-Current blue text
6. A new tab/window opens
7. Enter vehicle
• option 1: Enter By VIN
• option 2: Enter By Year & Model
8. Click Go
9. Click Workshop tab (top of webpage)
10. Go to 4: Electrical, click 14: Battery and Charging System
11. Click High Voltage Battery, Mounting and Cables
12. Click General Procedures
13. Click High Voltage System De-energizing

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Toyota - Hybrid/Battery Control, Service Plug Grip

To find the Toyota High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to techinfo.toyota.com
2. Enter username and password (top left corner of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click TIS tab (top left corner of webpage)
5. Select Division from dropdown
6. Select Model from dropdown
7. Select Year from dropdown
8. Click Search
9. Click RM tab (middle of webpage)
10. Click any blue text under RM tab
11. A new window opens
12. Click Engine/Hybrid System
13. Click Hybrid/Battery Control
14. Click Service Plug Grip
15. Click Removal

Lexus - Hybrid/Battery Control, Service Plug Grip

To find the Lexus High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to techinfo.toyota.com
2. Enter username and password (top left corner of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click TIS tab (top left corner of webpage)
5. Select Division from dropdown
6. Select Model from dropdown
7. Select Year from dropdown
8. Click Search
9. Click RM tab (middle of webpage)
10. Click any blue text under RM tab
11. A new window opens
12. Click Engine/Hybrid System
13. Click Hybrid/Battery Control
14. Click Service Plug Grip
15. Click Removal

Scion - Hybrid/Battery Control, Service Plug Grip

To find the Scion High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to techinfo.toyota.com
2. Enter username and password (top left corner of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click TIS tab (top left corner of webpage)
5. Select Division from dropdown
6. Select Model from dropdown
7. Select Year from dropdown
8. Click Search
9. Click RM tab (middle of webpage)
10. Click any blue text under RM tab
11. A new window opens
12. Click Engine/Hybrid System
13. Click Hybrid/Battery Control
14. Click Service Plug Grip
15. Click Removal

Toyota - Hybrid Control System, Service Plug Grip - delete

To find the Toyota High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. delete

Toyota - Hybrid Battery System, Precaution

To find the Toyota High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to techinfo.toyota.com
2. Enter username and password (top left corner of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click TIS tab (top left corner of webpage)
5. Select Division from dropdown
6. Select Model from dropdown
7. Select Year from dropdown
8. Click Search
9. Click RM tab (middle of webpage)
10. Click any blue text under RM tab
11. A new window opens
12. Click Engine/Hybrid System
13. Click Hybrid Battery Control
14. Click Hybrid Battery System
15. Click Precaution

Lexus - Hybrid Battery System, Precaution

To find the Lexus High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

1. Go to techinfo.toyota.com
2. Enter username and password (top left corner of webpage)
3. Click Login
4. Click TIS tab (top left corner of webpage)
5. Select Division from dropdown
6. Select Model from dropdown
7. Select Year from dropdown
8. Click Search
9. Click RM tab (middle of webpage)
10. Click any blue text under RM tab
11. A new window opens
12. Click Engine/Hybrid System
13. Click Hybrid Battery Control
14. Click Hybrid Battery System
15. Click Precaution

Toyota - Manual BRM Search, Precaution - delete

To find the Toyota High-Voltage Disable Procedures:

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Rivet Guns: Does My Shop Need Them?

Posted on 23 July 2021

When performing collision repairs, there are more attachment methods available than ever before. OEMs specify which attachment methods are recommended or required. If a method is not listed as an option, it should not be used.

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Locating ADAS Information: Rolls-Royce

Posted on 23 June 2021

As a collision repair technician, there is one part of a service manual that houses all of the information you would ever need…right? This is not the case with modern vehicles. You may be required to look in numerous manuals to find the information required to safely repair the vehicle.

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Where Do I Find Other Types Of Information In BMW/Mini?

Posted on 20 May 2021

Navigating OEM websites can be challenging when searching for collision repair procedures, especially as no two OEM websites are alike. What happens when you need to find other types of repair information, such as, "What needs to be inspected after a supplemental restraints system (SRS) deployment", or "Does the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) require a scan tool or specialty tool?" Let's take a closer look at the BMW/Mini website.

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Repairer Driven News: BMW Reminder To Check OEM Procedures

Posted on 26 March 2021

Repairer Driven News (RDN) released an article on BMW vehicles and the importance of checking and following OEM procedures.

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Steel Spot And Plug Weld Nugget Size: BMW/Mini - UPDATE

Posted on 11 March 2021

Did you know that some OEMs specify nugget size for spot and plug welds? This information is typically found within vehicle-specific repair procedures or can be found under general welding guidelines.Let’s see what BMW/Mini has to say.

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OEM Emergency Response Guides

Posted on 25 February 2021

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 webpages that house them, or provides articles with instructions on how to locate them.

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Repairer Driven News: BMW Incorrect Windshield Use

Posted on 19 February 2021

Repairer Driven News (RDN) released an article on BMW vehicles and a few things to consider when repairing them. The article covers two main areas of concern.

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BMW/Mini: Who Requires Or Recommends MIG Brazing?

Posted on 17 February 2021

In Europe, MIG brazing has been required or recommended on a widespread basis for several years. In the U.S., MIG brazing is not as common but is becoming more prevalent. As the RTS team is researching MIG brazing information, we are putting together a series of articles that identify OEM-specific MIG brazing recommendations and requirements for vehicles in the U.S. Let’s see what BMW/Mini has to say.

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Who Requires Or Recommends MIG Brazing? UPDATE

Posted on 25 November 2020

In Europe, MIG brazing has been required or recommended on a widespread basis for several years. In the U.S., MIG brazing is not as common but is becoming more prevalent. As the RTS team is researching MIG brazing information, we are putting together a series of articles that identify OEM-specific MIG brazing recommendations and requirements for vehicles in the U.S.

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Calibration Research Tips: BMW/Mini Calibration Information Table

Posted on 20 October 2020

While searching for information on advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) on an OEM repair information site, you may come across unique calibration procedures or events. These events can vary by year and model, even within a particular make. As the RTS team has been researching these systems, we have been identifying these atypical circumstances. In order to help you better understand them, we are putting together a series of articles that with the repair and calibration of ADAS. Let’s take a closer look at BMW/Mini calibration requirement information.

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I-CAR BMW Collision Repair Overview Course

Posted on 24 September 2020

I-CAR released a collision repair overview course for BMW. This course covers the history of BMW, online service information, construction materials, restraints inspection, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and more.

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How To Find BMW Position Statements

Posted on 29 April 2020

Position statements are an important part of the repair process. They highlight specific information on areas such as, pre- and post-scanning, calibration, bumper cover repair, recycled parts, etc. These statements are sometimes used in conjunction with repair procedures, or they may update information found within repair procedures.

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BMW Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning - UPDATE

Posted on 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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Sectioning and Partial Part Replacement: 2019 BMW 7 Series iPerformance

Posted on 21 June 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 Part Replacement Search available. Here you will find information on if these procedures are available on a specific vehicle. Lets take a closer look at the 2019 BMW 7 Series iPerformance.

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Active Suspension for Road Handling

Posted on 3 April 2019

Suspension systems are made to absorb most of the impact of a bump in the road. This ultimately increases the ride quality from inside the vehicle. Over time, suspension has greatly improved. There are several different types of suspension, including active suspension.

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Sectioning and Partial Part Replacement: 2018 BMW i3

Posted on 25 January 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 Part Replacement Search available. Here you will find information on if these procedures are available on a specific vehicle. Let’s take a closer look at the 2018 BMW i3.

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ADAS, Calibration, And Scanning Article Hotspot

Posted on 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 these subjects. I-CAR’s Repairability Technical Support (RTS) team continues to be on the leading edge of research and education. Our goal is to help communicate information to the industry, and a great way to do this is through Collision Repair News articles.

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BMW/Mini: Repair Stage 3

Posted on 26 December 2018

In this series, we will be highlighting the four different BMW Repair Stages. Though not each of the stages may apply to a particular repair, it is beneficial to familiarize yourself with each. The stages are located in vehicle-specific body repair manuals under 0 Contents of Body, General - Repair Method section (see Figure 1). Let’s take a closer look at the additional information available in Repair Stage 3.

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BMW/Mini: Repair Stage 2

Posted on 19 December 2018

In this series, we will be highlighting the four different BMW Repair Stages. Though not each of the stages may apply to a particular repair, it is beneficial to familiarize yourself with each. The stages are located in vehicle-specific body repair manuals under 0 Contents of Body, General - Repair Method section (see Figure 1). Let’s take a closer look at the additional information available in Repair Stage 2.

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Repairer Driven News: 2018 BMW 3 Series

Posted on 4 October 2018

BMW’s 3 Series for the 2019 model year has gone through some changes for the new generation. Many of these changes will affect the way repairs will be carried out.

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Locating ADAS Information: BMW/Mini

Posted on 18 September 2018

As a collision repair technician, there is one part of a service manual that houses all of the information you would ever need…right? This is not the case with modern vehicles. You may be required to look in numerous manuals to find the information required to safely repair the vehicle.

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BMW/Mini: Repair Stage 1a

Posted on 16 July 2018

In this series, we will be highlighting the four different BMW Repair Stages. Though not each of the stages may apply to a particular repair, it is beneficial to familiarize yourself with each. The stages are located in vehicle-specific body repair manuals under 0 Contents of Body, General - Repair Method section (see Figure 1). Let’s take a closer look at the additional information available in Repair Stage 1a.

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BMW/Mini: Importance Of Reading Procedure Hyperlinks

Posted on 28 June 2018

When it comes to repair information, no two vehicle makers are the same. Which is why it's critical to understand what you are reading in the repair procedure. Many OEMs provide links within the repair procedure that expand on what needs to be completed. Often, some related procedures may appear missing because they have to be accessed via a link within the main procedure. Let’s take closer look at BMW’s repair procedures.

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Repairer Driven News: 2019 BMW M850i

Posted on 26 June 2018

The all new 2019 BMW M850i is coming to America. The new 8 Series comes with some very exclusive features including an adaptive cruise control system that functions at speeds up to 130 mph. BMW describes the vehicles new easy out feature for parking. BMW states, “the vehicle can steer itself in reverse at up to 6 mph for 55 yards to help a vehicle out of a tight spot by retracing the car’s last movements in drive.”

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Additional Reference Information: BMW

Posted on 30 May 2018

As repairs become more and more complex, technicians can no longer solely rely on just the information provided in the body repair manual. OEM websites also provide supporting reference documentation in other areas. Let’s see where to look on BMW.

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Bumper Cover Repair With ADAS: BMW

Posted on 1 May 2018

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) utilize sensors behind the bumper covers. The ability for these sensors to be able to see clearly, normally requires special caution when considering a bumper repair. Many OEMs have different levels of warnings when it comes to repairing bumper covers with ADAS. So, what does BMW say on the subject?

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Sectioning and Partial Part Replacement: 2017 BMW X5

Posted on 27 April 2018

One of the top technical inquiries received at Ask I-CAR, “Is there a sectioning or partial replacement procedure available?” To help answer this question, RTS has an OEM Partial Part Replacement Search available. Here you will find information on if these procedures are available on a specific vehicle. Let’s take a closer look at the 2017 BMW X5.

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When ADAS Can't See: Front/Rear Cross Traffic Systems

Posted on 8 January 2018

Collision repairs on vehicles equipped with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) can have more restrictions than vehicles without ADAS. Items that historically would be a simple repair, may now need to be replaced. The ADAS needs to be able to see/sense in some way, whether it be by radar, camera-view, ultrasonic, etc. Repairers need to keep sensor/camera field of vision clear to avoid system malfunctions. For example, repair material that would normally be used to repair a gouge in a bumper cover is now a problem because it can block the sensor’s field of vision and may not allow the sensor to function properly.

Some OEMs have warnings against making repairs in front of sensors/cameras or a certain distance from the sensors/cameras. However, many times there is also a list of other items that can block the sensor/camera view. Let’s take a look at some common things or materials that can interfere with the front/rear cross traffic system.

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When ADAS Can't See: Blind Spot Monitoring System

Posted on 22 December 2017

Collision repairs on vehicles equipped with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) can have more restrictions than vehicles without ADAS. Items that historically would be a simple repair may now need to be replaced. The ADAS needs to be able to see/sense in some way, whether it be by radar, camera-view, ultrasonic, etc. Repairers need to keep sensor/camera field of vision clear to avoid system malfunctions. For example, repair material that would normally be used to repair a gouge in a bumper cover is now a problem because it can block the sensor’s field of vision and may not allow the sensor to function properly.

Some OEMs have warnings against making repairs in front of sensors/cameras or a certain distance from the sensors/cameras. However, many times there is also a list of other items that can block the sensor/camera view. Let’s take a look at some common things or materials that can interfere with the blind spot detection system (BSD).

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Repairer Driven News: 2018 BMW X3 Undergoes Changes

Posted on 21 November 2017

BMW’s latest generation of the X3 has undergone some major changes, including a 121 pound drop in weight. Repairer Driven News (RDN) posted an article highlighting many of the changes to the new model. Let’s take a look at some of these changes.

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Repairer Driven News: Clarification of BMW Repair Techniques

Posted on 19 September 2017

Have you ever wondered why BMW does not have a scanning position statement, or why BMW requires rivet bonding instead of welding in some cases? Repairer Driven News (RDN) has recently posted an article where they asked BMW some of these questions. Let’s see what they had to say.

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Tackling the Repair of Mixed-Material Vehicles

Posted on 11 September 2017

ABRN published an article titled, Tackling the Repair of Mixed-Material Vehicles. Let’s take a look at this article.

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Additional Calibration Requirements: BMW/Mini

Posted on 17 August 2017

The addition of the OEM Calibration Requirements Search to the RTS portal was a big step for the collision industry. While this new feature has been well received, there has been some confusion about what is included in the search tool. The OEM Calibration Requirements Search is designed to provide information on the calibration requirements that are needed for vehicles equipped with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). This includes systems such as adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, and collision braking.

It does not include occupant classification systems (OCS), steering angle sensors, battery disconnects, or other calibrations/initializations required, when not related directly to ADAS. Let’s take a look at what additional items may require calibrations/initializations on BMW/Mini vehicles.

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Body Construction And Material Repair Guidelines: BMW/Mini

Posted on 12 July 2017

What is the MPa of the front lower rail? What is the outer uniside made of: steel, aluminum, or composite? Can heat be used to straighten or is it cold straightening only? What are the repair limitations? These are just some of the questions that the RTS team fields on a daily basis.

As we know, today’s vehicles can be constructed from a wide variety of materials. Knowing if the OEM provides information on body construction materials and repair guidelines is a crucial step in providing a complete, safe, and quality repair. Let’s see what BMW/Mini has available to us.

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Structural Sectioning Procedures: BMW/Mini

Posted on 6 June 2017

Ask I-CAR receives many technical inquiries referring to sectioning. The collision repair industry wants to know where can you section, does the OEM have a sectioning procedure, and where can I find the sectioning procedure? Most OEMs allow sectioning to outer body panels and the front and rear rails. Sectioning reinforcements is not as common, as most reinforcements are replaced at factory seams.

Parts are made from various materials including HSS, UHSS, aluminum, and carbon fiber. These parts also have complex designs to collapse or transfer collision forces in a specific manner. Introducing a sectioning joint to many of these parts will alter how the part reacts to those collision forces. For this reason, sectioning a part is only allowed if supported by vehicle maker repair information. Let’s see what BMW/Mini says about structural sectioning.

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Corrosion Protection Guidelines: BMW/Mini

Posted on 23 May 2017

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 will lead to corrosion and potentially a repair failure. However, there are certain precautions that can be taken to safely and properly restore the corrosion protection throughout the repair process. OEMs often give specifications on restoring corrosion protection. These specifications generally include seam sealer, adhesives, foam fillers, and cavity waxes. Let’s take a look at what BMW/Mini says.

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BMW/Mini New Repair Site

Posted on 14 March 2017

If you have used the BMW/Mini repair information website since the first of the year, you may have noticed a message. This message was stating the BMW/Mini was transitioning from WebISTA to AIR for the delivery platform to find repair information. WebISTA has been removed from the BMW site as of March 1st. Let’s check out the new AIR platform and how to navigate it.

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BMW Forward Facing Camera Replacement

Posted on 20 January 2017

When advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) are replaced after an accident, there may be some fine print that you don’t want to overlook. BMW/Mini has some interesting requirements after the KAFAS or forward facing camera is replaced, that the customer needs to be aware of.

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I-CAR 360: BMW 7 Series Video Now Available

Posted on 18 January 2017

The I-CAR Repairability Technical Support (RTS) team recently developed a new I-CAR 360 video on the 2017 BMW 7 Series. The video provides a 360 tour around the all new 7 Series.

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Weld-Through Primer Guidelines: BMW/Mini

Posted on 5 January 2017

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. For a quality weld to be made it’s required that the weld-through primer be removed from the direct weld zone before welding the joint when GMA welding. Many OEMs have a position on when and how to use weld-through primer or when it shouldn’t be utilized. Let’s see what BMW/Mini recommends and where this information can be found.

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BMW/Mini Glass Replacement Requirements

Posted on 20 October 2016

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 A-pillars. The windshield helps to manage collision energy and has become an integral part of several advanced safety systems.

It is commonly asked, "What is required when replacing a windshield?" With this question in mind, we will be presenting a series of articles that highlight some of the requirements from the various OEMs. As always, it is important to read through each vehicle-specific procedure to ensure a complete, safe, and quality repair.

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Collision Information Website Access: BMW/Mini

Posted on 2 October 2016

Why do I need a subscription to an OEM website if I have full subscription access to the I-CAR Repairability Technical Support (RTS) portal? This is a question received on a regular basis through Ask I-CAR. Let’s take a look at why and how to purchase an OEM subscription.

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Always Follow Vehicle Maker Procedures

Posted on 7 July 2016

We often receive Ask I-CAR inquiries asking: “what does I-CAR recommend?” Many times these questions are in regards to sectioning, straightening, or part replacement/attachment methods. Our first response is always:

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Restraints Wiring Repairs

Posted on 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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BMW Restraints Wiring

Posted on 25 April 2016

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 BMW position on this subject.

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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.

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Active Headrest Overview

Posted on 25 September 2015

Some vehicles are equipped with an active headrest. These headrests are designed to move forward during a rear collision to reduce the chance of whiplash injury. Let's take a look at some of the key points when working with an active headrest and some of the resources to find information.

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Making Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) A Standard Feature

Posted on 24 September 2015

A group of vehicle makers got together recently and discussed the future of automatic emergency braking (AEB) technology in their vehicles. This feature is designed to reduce the severity and frequency of collisions; but no matter how good it is, it will never prevent all accidents from happening. So what do you need to know in order to repair vehicles with AEB, and how do you know the system is functioning properly?

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Rivet Bonding Is Just For Aluminum - Right?

Posted on 6 August 2015

Rivet bonding is a standard repair method for aluminum-intensive vehicles like the 2015 Ford F-150, Jaguar XJ, and Audi A8 whether it's replacing welded or rivet bonded parts. You may be thinking that aluminum vehicles are the only ones that require rivet bonding. Are they? There's a vehicle maker that has been requiring rivet bonding even on their steel body vehicles.

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Step-By-Step: Accessing BMW/Mini Repair Information

Posted on 9 March 2015

Per your requests, we are adding step-by-step instructions on how to access the vehicle maker repair information to complement our how-to-videos on the OEM Information pages. Easily reference this article by clicking the link under the video on the BMW OEM Informationpage and/or Mini OEM Information page.

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Carbon Fiber Repair On The BMW i3

Posted on 7 November 2014

On the BMW i3 with the carbon fiber passenger cell, the question is often asked, how do we repair damage to the carbon fiber? For that answer BMW presented an overview of the repairs at the 2014 SEMA show. The simple answer is that you cannot repair the passenger cell the way that you would repair a sheet molded compound (SMC) part.

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Weld-Through Primer Requirements On The OEM Technical Information Matrix

Posted on 28 August 2014

Let's continue our breakdown of the columns in the OEM Technical Information Matrix. The eighth column calls out if the vehicle maker requires the use of weld-through primer on flanges in preparation for welding.

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Collision Repair Attachment Methods, Description, And Equipment Requirements Information On The OEM Technical Information Matrix

Posted on 13 August 2014

Let's continue our breakdown of the columns in the OEM Technical Information Matrix. The seventh column calls out if the vehicle maker has information in regard to the recommended attachment method and the equipment required for complete, quality, and safe repairs.

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Is There a Procedure for Disassembling a Service Assembly?

Posted on 19 June 2014

The fourth column in the OEM Technical Information Matrix, Partial Service Part/Assembly Replacement Procedures at Factory Seams, can get a little tricky without further clarification. For the most part, this is a column that I-CAR is still researching published OEM information to get the answers to. The question is: Does the vehicle maker have procedures for replacing a partial service part or assembly at factory seams?

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What's A BMW/Mini Engine Support?

Posted on 7 May 2014

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.

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The I-CAR OEM Technical Information Matrix - What Is It, And How Does It Help The Collision Industry?

Posted on 6 May 2014

Do you know what vehicle makers have collision repair information available? Do you know where you can go to find that out?

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Carbon Fiber Why Does It Matter?

Posted on 5 February 2014

Carbon fiber is being used on many late-model vehicles and has become a buzzword in the industry. This article answers some questions you may have been wondering about on the use and repair of carbon fiber.

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Bonding And Rivet Bonding Technology On Steel BMW Vehicle Parts

Posted on 26 April 2012

As BMW Groups' vehicle construction technology advances, so does the repair process required to fix them properly. Conventional welding, which has been used primarily in BMW Groups' repair processes in the past, is slowly becoming the secondary method to bonding and rivet bonding technology. BMW currently recommends primarily using bonding and rivet bonding to replace exterior body panels, structural parts, and sectioning specific locations in conjunction with VIN-specific repair procedures. Changes in recommended repair procedures affect all current production models. This does not mean that all models, and all parts, are affected though. Consulting VIN-specific repair procedures should always be the first step in the repair process. The same is true for Mini and for Rolls-Royce vehicles (see Figure 1).

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