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Repairer Driven News: 2018 BMW 3 Series
I-CAR · October 4, 2018 · BMW
Summary
The redesigned 2019 BMW 3 Series introduces an aluminum hood and aluminum fenders to reduce weight, while retaining a mostly steel body structure. It also features advanced technology upgrades, including optional laser headlights and a suite of complex ADAS features such as adaptive cruise control and a reversing assistant.
What to do on the job
Identify the presence of aluminum hood and fender panels, and verify the specific ADAS and laser headlight options equipped on the vehicle to ensure correct repair and calibration procedures are followed.
How to use it
Use this information when estimating to justify specialized aluminum handling and repair procedures for the hood and fenders, as well as necessary diagnostic scanning and ADAS calibration operations for the advanced driver assistance systems.
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