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.
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- Acura Released The 2025 ADX Model Series Body Repair News Bulletin
I-CAR · March 19, 2025
Acura has released a Body Repair News bulletin for the 2025-present Acura ADX, providing an overview of vehicle systems and material identification. The document serves as a summary and directs technicians to the official body repair manual for complete repair procedures.
- OEM Linking Pin: Honda/Acura Adhesively Bonded Joint Repair
I-CAR · March 18, 2025
This article clarifies Honda and Acura's stance on repairing panels with adhesively bonded joints, specifically regarding outer quarter panels with hemmed wheelhouse openings. It establishes that while there is no official document restricting repairs to these areas, pulling is strictly…
- I-CAR Just In Time: Cybertruck
I-CAR · March 11, 2025
This I-CAR Just In Time video and article highlight key repair considerations for the Tesla Cybertruck, focusing on safety protocols, belt molding procedures, and stainless steel scratch removal. It directs technicians to the official Tesla collision repair manual for specific refinishing…
- GM Repair Insights: Winter 2025
I-CAR · March 10, 2025
The Winter 2025 GM Repair Insights magazine highlights the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe, detailing their standard Active Safety Systems (ADAS) and optional suspension systems. It also outlines critical safety protocols for high-voltage (HV) insulating gloves, which must be inspected,…
- Refinishing Park Assist Sensors: Hyundai
I-CAR · March 7, 2025
This article outlines Hyundai's strict policy regarding park assist sensors, stating that refinishing or touch-up paint application is not permitted on ultrasonic sensors. If a sensor is damaged, contaminated, or has paint overspray, it must be replaced with a pre-painted sensor ordered from the…
- Refinishing Park Assist Sensors: Genesis
I-CAR · March 7, 2025
This Genesis position statement prohibits any refinishing or touch-up paint application on ultrasonic park assist sensors. If a sensor is damaged, contaminated, or has paint overspray, it must be replaced with a pre-painted OEM sensor ordered to match the vehicle's exterior color code.
- Structural Straightening On Rivian Vehicles
I-CAR · March 5, 2025
Rivian requires that structural repairs requiring model-specific fixtures be performed by a Rivian Certified Technician on an approved frame bench system secured with at least 8 fixturing points. The OEM prohibits cold straightening on materials like aluminum extrusions, ultra-high-strength…
- Bumper Cover Repair With ADAS: Hyundai - UPDATE
I-CAR · February 27, 2025
This article outlines Hyundai's strict guidelines regarding bumper cover repairs on vehicles equipped with ADAS sensors. It highlights that plastic repairs are not recommended on front and rear bumpers near corner radar sensors, and details precautions to prevent sensor contamination during…
- Bumper Cover Repair With ADAS: Genesis
I-CAR · February 27, 2025
Genesis has established strict guidelines for bumper cover repairs on vehicles equipped with ADAS sensors, prohibiting plastic repairs on front and rear bumpers as the altered shape or surface can affect corner radar performance. The guidelines also require masking or removing radar units during…
- I-CAR Repairers Realm: SATA New Equipment And Technologies - Now Available
I-CAR · February 26, 2025
This article highlights an episode of I-CAR Repairers Realm featuring SATA's latest spray gun equipment and technologies. It covers advancements in digital data tracking with the adam X and adam X pro, ergonomic designs of the jet X spray gun, and SATA disposable cup systems.
- Calibration Research Tips: Ford/Lincoln Park Assist Operation Check - UPDATE
I-CAR · February 20, 2025
This article clarifies that Ford and Lincoln vehicles do not require a traditional calibration for ultrasonic park assist and active park assist sensors, but instead require specific operation checks. These checks include the Azimuth System Check (using fabricated PVC pipe targets) and the…
- Honda Released The 2026 Passport Model Series Body Repair News Bullentin
I-CAR · February 19, 2025
Honda has released a Body Repair News bulletin for the 2026 Passport series, providing an overview of vehicle systems, material identification, and straightening recommendations. The document serves as a summary and directs technicians to the official body repair manual for complete repair…
- GM Repair Insights: Fall 2024
I-CAR · February 17, 2025
The Fall 2024 GM Repair Insights magazine highlights repair considerations for the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ and ICE models, introduces a unified front lower rail repair strategy across all GM EV trucks, and warns of blind spot sensor installation errors.
- Back-To-Basics: Vacuum Coolant Filler
I-CAR · February 14, 2025
This article highlights the importance of using a vacuum coolant filler to prevent airlocks, speed up the refilling process, and verify system integrity. It emphasizes that proper coolant filling is critical for electric vehicles (EVs) to prevent battery damage or fires, and notes that many OEMs…
- Straightening And Heat: Rivian
I-CAR · February 13, 2025
This article outlines Rivian's guidelines on using heat for straightening structural and cosmetic components, referencing model-specific Material Matrices. For conventional steel, Rivian permits heat straightening only for minor panel damage, with a strict limit of two heating cycles and a…
- Structural Straightening On Jaguar Land Rover Vehicles
I-CAR · February 7, 2025
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) strictly prohibits the straightening or pulling of aluminum vehicles, including longitudinal pulling (hot or cold) and the use of heat for pulling structural panels. If structural damage is present, vehicle alignment must be checked and corrected on an approved body…
- Back-To-Basics: Plug Weld Prep Using A Spot Blaster
I-CAR · February 6, 2025
This article highlights the importance of proper plug weld preparation for successful panel installation and collision repair quality. It introduces the spot blaster as an efficient tool to clean the base material and surrounding area of a plug weld, alongside traditional methods like…
- I-CAR Repairers Realm: Compressed Air Filtration - Now Available
I-CAR · February 4, 2025
This article highlights an I-CAR Repairers Realm episode featuring Sata USA Inc. that discusses compressed air filtration systems, specifically focusing on the updates made at the Appleton Technical Center. It covers critical refinishing topics including carbon monoxide monitoring calibration,…
- Hyundai/Genesis Releases Use Of Heat Position Statements
I-CAR · January 31, 2025
Hyundai and Genesis have released new position statements addressing the use of heat during the repair of structural and non-structural components. These documents clarify where heat can be applied, which materials can be cold straightened, and which materials must be replaced if they are heated.
- Hyundai/Genesis Releases Bumper Cover Repairability Position Statements
I-CAR · January 31, 2025
Hyundai and Genesis have released official position statements addressing the repairability of front and rear bumper covers equipped with corner radar units or ultrasonic sensors. These documents clarify the repair limitations and requirements when ADAS sensors are located behind or within the…
- Weld-Through Primer Guidelines: Subaru - UPDATE
I-CAR · January 29, 2025
Subaru does not call out the use of weld-through primer in their body repair manuals. However, starting with 2024 models, Subaru instructs technicians to apply a conductive rust preventive sealer (weldable seam sealer) to mating surfaces targeted for squeeze-type resistance spot welding.
- Corrosion Protection Guidelines: Rivian
I-CAR · January 27, 2025
This article outlines Rivian's specific guidelines for restoring corrosion protection during collision repairs, highlighting the required use of epoxy primer, seam sealer, cavity wax, and structural adhesives. It directs technicians to the 'Collision Repair - Vehicle General Repair Guidelines'…
- Honda Released The 2025 CR-V e:FCEV Model Series Body Repair News Bulletin
I-CAR · January 24, 2025
Honda has released a Body Repair News bulletin for the 2025-present Honda CR-V e:FCEV (fuel cell electric vehicle). The document provides an overview of vehicle systems, material identification, and repair straightening recommendations for this hydrogen fuel cell model.
- Weld-Through Primer Guidelines: FCA/Stellantis - UPDATE
I-CAR · January 22, 2025
FCA/Stellantis requires the use of zinc-based weld-through primer on all mating surfaces for squeeze-type resistance spot welding (STRSW) and internal flange surfaces for GMA welding on 2011 and newer models. However, weld-through primer must not be used on mating surfaces where weld bonding…
- Rivian Glass Replacement Requirements
I-CAR · January 16, 2025
This document outlines Rivian's specific requirements for windshield replacement on 2020-2024 model years, emphasizing structural integrity, approved single-brand adhesive systems, and mandatory camera calibration. It also highlights that the rain/light sensor is a one-time use part and that…
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