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Hidden Storage Compartments Could Mean Hidden Hazards
I-CAR · July 15, 2019
Summary
This article highlights the rise of hidden storage compartments in modern vehicles and the associated risks they pose during collision repairs. It emphasizes the need to identify these compartments to order correct replacement parts and to locate hidden hazards, such as aerosol cans, propane cylinders, or food, that can explode or spoil during high-temperature paint bake cycles or extreme cold storage.
What to do on the job
Identify all hidden storage compartments and interview the customer to ensure all temperature-sensitive, hazardous, or perishable items are removed before baking or storing the vehicle.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the labor time required to inspect, locate, and clear hidden storage compartments (such as in-floor bins, behind-screen storage, or bedside compartments) prior to putting a vehicle through a paint bake cycle, ensuring shop safety and preventing property damage.
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