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I-CAR Just In Time: Mirror Matching Parts
I-CAR · September 15, 2025
Summary
This I-CAR 'Just In Time' educational resource emphasizes the critical role of mirror-matching and inspecting replacement parts against the damaged original parts early in the repair process. By conducting these inspections immediately upon parts receipt, collision repair facilities can catch mistakes early and prevent costly cycle-time delays.
What to do on the job
Inspect and mirror-match all replacement parts against the original damaged parts immediately upon receipt to identify discrepancies or damage before starting the repair.
How to use it
Technicians and estimators can reference this I-CAR best practice to justify the time allocated for parts inspection and mirror-matching during the blueprinting or damage analysis phase. Highlighting this industry standard helps defend the necessity of thorough parts verification to insurers, ensuring cycle time is optimized and reassembly delays are minimized.
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