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FCA/Stellantis Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning
I-CAR · June 9, 2016 · Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, RAM, Fiat, Alfa Romeo
Summary
FCA/Stellantis requires mandatory pre- and post-repair system scanning for all vehicles involved in a collision to detect active or stored Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). This requirement applies to minor collisions, non-airbag deployment events, and operations involving vehicle disassembly, trim removal, or glass removal. The position statement specifies that the OEM Mopar wiTECH diagnostic scan tool must be used.
What to do on the job
Perform a pre- and post-repair scan using the OEM Mopar wiTECH diagnostic scan tool on all FCA/Stellantis vehicles involved in a collision, including minor impacts and repairs involving disassembly, trim, or glass removal.
How to use it
Use this position statement to justify the necessity and reimbursement of pre- and post-repair scanning on all Stellantis vehicles. It provides official OEM authority to counter insurer pushback on minor collisions, non-deployment claims, or simple disassembly/trim/glass removal operations, while establishing the Mopar wiTECH as the required diagnostic tool.
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