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Kia Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning
I-CAR · June 14, 2018 · Kia
Summary
Kia requires both pre-repair and post-repair diagnostic scans on all vehicles involved in a collision to identify potential Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). The position statement emphasizes that DTCs may be present even if no dashboard warning lights are illuminated and even if the collision damage appears minor.
What to do on the job
Perform both a pre-repair and post-repair diagnostic scan on all Kia vehicles involved in a collision, regardless of whether dashboard warning lights are illuminated or the damage appears minor.
How to use it
Use this position statement to justify the necessity and cost of both pre- and post-repair diagnostic scans on estimates and supplements. It serves as official OEM documentation to counter insurer pushback, especially when there are no active dashboard warning lights or when the physical damage is minor.
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