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Who Requires Or Recommends MIG Brazing? UPDATE
I-CAR · November 25, 2020 · Audi, BMW, Mini, FCA, Stellantis, Ford, Lincoln, General Motors, Genesis, Honda, Acura, Hyundai, Jaguar, Land Rover, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Rolls-Royce, Toyota, Lexus, Volkswagen, Maserati, Mazda, Nissan, INFINITI, Subaru, Tesla, Volvo
Summary
This article identifies which vehicle manufacturers currently require or recommend MIG brazing for repairs in the U.S. market, and which OEMs do not provide MIG brazing information. It emphasizes that MIG brazing must only be performed where specifically indicated in the vehicle-specific OEM repair manual.
What to do on the job
Only perform MIG brazing where explicitly specified and indicated in the vehicle-specific OEM repair manual.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the necessity of researching OEM-specific repair procedures before performing any welding or brazing operations. If an insurer questions the use of MIG brazing (or conversely, demands it), this document serves as authority that the technician must strictly follow the specific OEM's published guidelines, as requirements vary significantly by vehicle manufacturer.
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