Collision repair knowledge base
Plain-English summaries of OEM position statements, I-CAR procedures and the rulings behind them — each one linked back to the document it came from.
497 documents
- I-CAR Best Practice: Automotive Collision Repair Facility And Equipment
I-CAR · July 17, 2026
This article announces the availability of the I-CAR Automotive Collision Repair Facility and Equipment Best Practice, which was developed by industry stakeholders and subject matter experts. The resource aims to help collision repair shops align their equipment capabilities with the standards…
- App-Based Connected Services Considerations: Nissan/INFINITI
I-CAR · July 16, 2026
This article outlines safety and operational considerations for Nissan and INFINITI vehicles equipped with app-based connected services. It highlights risks such as automatic high-voltage system startup on EVs due to timer settings and remote engine starting via smartphone apps, directing…
- SEMA 2025: Repair Planning
I-CAR · July 15, 2026
This article highlights I-CAR's SEMA 2025 presentations on repair planning and blueprinting, focusing on the distinction between estimating and repair planning, staffing challenges, and utilizing advanced tools to document structural damage, steering/suspension angles, and dent measurements.
- I-CAR Repairers Realm: Counterfeit Parts - Collision Repair Parts - Coming Soon
I-CAR · July 10, 2026
This article announces an upcoming I-CAR Repairers Realm episode focusing on the growing issue of counterfeit collision repair parts. The session will cover safety, quality, and liability risks, how these parts enter the supply chain, and how technicians can identify and verify authentic parts.
- I-CAR Just In Time: Axle Housing 2-Point, 3-Position Check
I-CAR · July 8, 2026
This I-CAR Just In Time article and video demonstrate how to perform a 2-point, 3-position check to diagnose damage in solid axle housings. Because solid axle housing damage can be difficult to detect visually, this specific diagnostic test helps technicians identify hidden structural issues in…
- Honda The Joy Of Repair 2026: Volume 3
I-CAR · July 7, 2026
Honda's 'The Joy Of Repair 2026: Volume 3' newsletter provides updates on body construction materials and repair guidelines, specifically highlighting updates to the 2024 Prologue Series: Body Repair Information document. It outlines how to use Service Information System (SIS) documents for…
- Reading Hyundai/Genesis Repair Procedures
I-CAR · July 1, 2026
This article explains how to interpret Hyundai and Genesis repair procedures, which are divided into 'Body Repair' (for weld locations and symbols) and 'Repair Procedures' (for step-by-step instructions). It clarifies that when multiple panels are grouped into a single procedure, technicians…
- Reading Kia Repair Procedures
I-CAR · July 1, 2026
This article explains how to navigate and interpret Kia repair procedures, which are divided into 'Body Repair' and 'Repair Procedures' sections. It highlights that while multiple panels may be grouped into a single procedure, technicians only need to replace the damaged components by isolating…
- Volvo Glass Replacement Requirements: UPDATE
I-CAR · June 25, 2026
This article outlines Volvo's strict requirements for windshield replacement on 2016-2024 model year vehicles, emphasizing that the windshield is a structural component and integral to advanced safety systems. Volvo mandates the use of genuine OEM glass and installation materials, keeping a side…
- Volvo Windshield Replacement Position Statement
I-CAR · June 25, 2026
Volvo's updated position statement on windshield replacement highlights the windshield's critical role in maintaining vehicle structural integrity and ensuring the proper function of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). Technicians must refer to Volvo's OEM guidelines to ensure compliant…
- I-CAR Repairers Realm: DEG For Repair Planning - Now Available
I-CAR · June 24, 2026
This article introduces an I-CAR Repairers Realm episode focused on the Database Enhancement Gateway (DEG) and its role in repair planning. It explains how the DEG helps repairers address estimating system discrepancies, submit inquiries, and access resources to improve estimate accuracy.
- Shop Equipment Updates: Miller Welders
I-CAR · June 17, 2026
This article highlights software updates for Miller welders, specifically the Millermatic 211 PRO and Multimatic 215 PRO, which add new capabilities like Pulse welding and a selectable silicone bronze process. It provides step-by-step instructions for downloading these updates from the Miller…
- Great Designs In Steel 2026 Presentations Released
I-CAR · June 12, 2026
The article announces the release of the Great Designs In Steel (GDIS) 2026 presentations, which cover advanced automotive steel engineering and design. It highlights a presentation by Rivian on a new bolt-on front crush structure designed to simplify collision repairs, alongside other industry…
- I-CAR Just In Time: Torque Wrench Use - UPDATE
I-CAR · June 10, 2026
This I-CAR article and video series highlights the critical importance of adhering to torque specifications, especially in hard-to-reach areas like steering and suspension. It provides guidance on using torque wrench adapters, calculating torque adjustments when adapters are not at a 90-degree…
- 2026 SkillsUSA National Competition Results
I-CAR · June 9, 2026
This article announces the winners of the 2026 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference across the Automotive Refinish Technology, Collision Repair Technology, and Collision Damage Appraisal categories. It also highlights the importance of industry support and provides resources for…
- Spray-In Bedliner Repair Considerations
I-CAR · June 5, 2026
This article outlines the considerations and procedures for repairing spray-in bedliners, noting that while most require product manufacturer guidelines, OEMs like FCA Stellantis and General Motors provide specific repair methods. Key repair factors include texture, gloss, thickness,…
- Volkswagen Part Replacement Without A Procedure
I-CAR · June 4, 2026
This article outlines Volkswagen's guidelines for replacing a service part when no specific repair procedure is documented in the body repair manual. In these cases, Volkswagen permits separating the original joint and recreating it with the replacement part at factory seams, following their…
- Audi Part Replacement Without A Procedure
I-CAR · June 4, 2026
This article outlines Audi's official guidance for replacing a service part when no specific repair procedure is documented in the manual. In these cases, Audi instructs technicians to separate the original joint and re-create it with the replacement part at the factory seams, following general…
- SEMA 2025: DEG - Ceramic Coatings In The Body Shop
I-CAR · May 28, 2026
This article highlights an I-CAR SEMA 2025 presentation by the DEG and SCRS regarding the impact of ceramic coatings in collision repair. It outlines key considerations for technicians, including how to identify these coatings, understand their differences, assess panel conditions, and manage…
- I-CAR Repairers Realm: Ford Corrosion Protection - Now Available
I-CAR · May 27, 2026
This article highlights an I-CAR Repairers Realm episode featuring experts from Ford and 3M discussing Ford and Lincoln corrosion protection. It covers essential topics such as material selection, application timing, correct application procedures, and where to locate official OEM corrosion…
- OEM ADAS Radar Optimized Color Resources: Nissan - UPDATE
I-CAR · May 20, 2026
This article details Nissan's strict refinishing and repair requirements for bumper covers on radar-equipped vehicles like the 2023-2025 ARIYA. It highlights how paint thickness, color formula, and repair materials can degrade ADAS radar performance, and outlines specific limitations on…
- Nissan Position Statement: ARIYA Bumper Refinishing Requirements - UPDATE
I-CAR · May 20, 2026
Nissan has updated its position statement regarding bumper cover refinishing and repair requirements for the 2023-2025 Nissan ARIYA. The document highlights that repairing bumper covers equipped with sensors can cause sensor malfunctions and mandates a post-repair diagnostic scan. Technicians…
- SEMA 2025: Importance Of Booth And Air Supply/Quality And Maintenance
I-CAR · May 15, 2026
This article highlights an I-CAR panel discussion from SEMA 2025 focusing on the critical role of paint booth maintenance, air supply quality, and equipment upkeep in collision repair. It emphasizes how proper air volume, filtration, and booth lighting directly impact refinish quality and…
- I-CAR Just In Time: Diagnostics - Sometimes The Root Cause Is Simple
I-CAR · May 13, 2026
This I-CAR 'Just in Time' video resource emphasizes that complex diagnostic symptoms often have simple root causes. It highlights the necessity of using OEM service information and following basic diagnostic troubleshooting trees during collision repair diagnostics.
- Partial Part Replacement At Factory Seams And Sectioning Hotspot
I-CAR · May 5, 2026
This I-CAR article serves as a centralized resource hub compiling critical publications, guidelines, and training courses regarding partial part replacement at factory seams and sectioning. It addresses scenarios where vehicle makers do not provide specific procedures or locations for…
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