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Body Construction And Material Guidelines: Rivian
I-CAR · April 3, 2025 · Rivian
Summary
This article outlines how to locate and utilize Rivian's vehicle-specific Material Matrix documents within their Service Manual. These color-coded documents identify body construction materials and define specific repair guidelines, including heat limitations, cold straightening rules, sectioning allowances, and non-repairable components.
What to do on the job
Access the Rivian Material Matrix in the Service Manual to verify material types and repair limitations before attempting any straightening, sectioning, or repair of structural components.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the replacement of damaged aluminum extrusions, as Rivian explicitly states they are not repairable and must be replaced. It can also be used to support labor times for researching the Material Matrix to ensure compliance with Rivian's specific heating, cold-straightening, and sectioning guidelines.
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