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One-Time-Use Parts And Fasteners: General Motors
I-CAR · April 1, 2022 · General Motors, Chevrolet, Cadillac, GMC, Buick
Summary
This article explains how to identify General Motors (GM) one-time-use parts and fasteners within their service manuals. GM indicates these components using specific 'discard' instructions in repair procedures, 'Fastener Specifications' documents, and a yellow icon depicting a fastener being thrown in the trash.
What to do on the job
Always check GM repair procedures for 'discard' instructions, refer to the Fastener Specifications documents, and look for the yellow trash-can icon to identify and replace one-time-use fasteners and parts.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the replacement and billing of one-time-use fasteners, rivets, and clips on GM vehicles. Point to the specific GM repair procedure's text (e.g., 'Remove and DISCARD') or the yellow trash-can icon in the OEM manual to prove to insurers that these parts cannot be safely reused.
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