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Body Construction And Material Repair Guidelines: Toyota/Lexus - UPDATE

Posted on: 30 September 2025

What is the MPa of the front lower rail? What is the outer uniside made of: steel, aluminum, or composite? Can heat be used to straighten or is it cold straightening only? What are the repair limitations? These are just some of the questions that the RTS team fields on a daily basis.

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I-CAR Repairers Realm: Ford Explorer Rear Rail Sectioning - Now Available

Posted on: 26 September 2025

I-CAR had a discussion on 2020-2025 Ford Explorer rear rail sectioning.

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Digital Key Considerations: FCA/Stellantis

Posted on: 24 September 2025

The intermingling of technology and automobiles continues, with digital key offerings from most vehicle makers. Digital keys utilize smartphone technology to expand vehicle access and owner convenience. How does this affect repairs? Let’s take a look at what FCA/Stellantis has to say.

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App-Based Connected Services Considerations: FCA/Stellantis

Posted on: 24 September 2025

Have you had an experience where the vehicle notified the owner that it was being moved while it was in your repair facility? App-based connected services are available from many vehicle makers and may require special considerations before beginning repairs. Let’s see what FCA/Stellantis has to say.

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Backup Battery And Low-Voltage Disconnect: Mazda

Posted on: 19 September 2025

When an accident happens, how will you call for help? Maybe the telematics system, equipped with a backup battery, could automatically do this, even if the main power is cut off. What are the repair considerations, and where can information be found for backup batteries? Let’s see what Mazda has to say.

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Body Repair Manual Symbols: Kia

Posted on: 17 September 2025

While looking at repair procedures in a body repair manual (BRM) you may notice that symbols are used to indicate specific operations or parts to be used during the repair process. Most BRMs provide a glossary or a chart that explains these symbols.

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I-CAR Just In Time: Mirror Matching Parts

Posted on: 15 September 2025

Sometimes seeing is understanding, that’s why I-CAR's technical team created the Just in Time video series to guide you through a variety of collision repair topics from ADAS and EVs to repair tips and tricks. These videos enable you to, in less than 5 minutes, learn something new. Let’s check out what the team has added for mirror-matching parts.

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I-CAR Just In Time: Blend Panel Prep And Toner Replacement

Posted on: 10 September 2025

Sometimes seeing is understanding, that’s why I-CAR's technical team created the Just in Time video series to guide you through a variety of collision repair topics from ADAS and EVs to repair tips and tricks. These videos enable you to, in less than 5 minutes, learn something new. Let’s check out what the team has added for refinish tips.

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GM Repair Insights: Summer 2025

Posted on: 08 September 2025

The summer edition of General Motors (GM) Repair Insights is now available.

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Audi Restraints Wiring: UPDATE

Posted on: 05 September 2025

The question is often asked, "Can supplemental restraints system wiring be repaired?" The answer is: it depends on the vehicle maker. Let's take a look at Audi's position on this subject.

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Repairers Realm: GMA Welding Machine Technology, Setup, And Maintenance - Now Available

Posted on: 02 September 2025

I-CAR had a discussion on GMA welding machine technology, setup, and maintenance.

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Ford And Lincoln Restraints Wiring: UPDATE

Posted on: 29 August 2025

The question is often asked, "Can supplemental restraints system wiring be repaired?" The answer is: it depends on the vehicle maker. Let's take a look at Ford's and Lincoln's position on this subject.

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High-Voltage Vehicle Research Tips: GM BEV Low-Voltage Battery Disconnection

Posted on: 28 August 2025

While researching OEM repair information, you may come across specific notes, instructions, or warnings for high-voltage (HV) vehicles. Some general procedures can be easily overlooked, so it’s important to identify these circumstances. Let’s see what unique considerations General Motors (GM) has on EVs during a low-voltage disconnect.

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High-Voltage Vehicle Research Tips

Posted on: 28 August 2025

While researching OEM repair information, you may come across specific notes, instructions, or warnings for high-voltage (HV) vehicles. Some general procedures can be easily overlooked, so it’s important to identify these circumstances.

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GM Part Replacement Without A Procedure

Posted on: 22 August 2025

We are often asked, “What do I do if there isn’t a procedure to replace a service part?” Let’s see what GM says.

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  • Toyota/Lexus/Scion Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning Thursday, 28 July 2016

    As the industry continues to ask if pre- and post-repair system scanning is necessary, Toyota/Lexus/Scion provides their answer.

  • Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning Statements Wednesday, 9 January 2019

    Are you wondering if a particular OEM or organization has a published statement on pre-repair and post-repair scanning? We have compiled a list of most of the statements on the subject, so you can...

  • ADAS, Calibration, And Scanning Article Hotspot Monday, 14 January 2019

    Since advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), scanning, and calibration first started becoming relevant, members of the collision repair industry have required as much knowledge as possible on...

  • Honda/Acura Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning - UPDATE Wednesday, 22 May 2019

    Honda /Acura has updated their position statement on pre- and post-repair scanning to give more clarification on what is expected for scanning.

  • BMW Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning - UPDATE Friday, 10 April 2020

    BMW has released a position statement related to pre- and post-repair system scanning. The statement applies to All vehicles equipped with on board diagnostics II (OBD II).

  • Quickly Identifying Outer Quarter Panels w/Rolled Hem Flanges Monday, 5 March 2018

    The I-CAR best practice article, Recycled Outer Quarter Panels w/Rolled Hem Flanges has gotten a lot of interest from the collision repair industry. It’s important to know which vehicles are...

  • General Motors Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning Friday, 21 October 2016

    As the industry continues to ask, are pre- and post-repair scans necessary, General Motors provides their answer.

  • Restraints Wiring Repairs Monday, 23 May 2016

    Over the past few months, we've been sharing OEM position statements on restraints wiring repairs. Now we're bringing them all together in one place for easy reference.

  • FCA/Stellantis Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning Thursday, 9 June 2016

    FCA/Stellantis has released a position statement related to pre- and post-repair system scanning.

  • Nissan/INFINITI Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning - UPDATE Monday, 14 January 2019

    Nissan/INFINITI updated their position statement on pre- and post-repair scanning. The revised position statement touches on more subjects and gives additional information on the subject.

  • Repairer Driven News: Rivian Updates Door Handle Procedure Sunday, 4 February 2035

    Repairer Driven News (RDN) released an article featuring an updated Rivian procedure.

  • Body Construction And Material Repair Guidelines: Toyota/Lexus - UPDATE Tuesday, 30 September 2025

    What is the MPa of the front lower rail? What is the outer uniside made of: steel, aluminum, or composite? Can heat be used to straighten or is it cold straightening only? What are the repair...

  • I-CAR Repairers Realm: Ford Explorer Rear Rail Sectioning - Now Available Friday, 26 September 2025

    I-CAR had a discussion on 2020-2025 Ford Explorer rear rail sectioning.

  • Digital Key Considerations: FCA/Stellantis Wednesday, 24 September 2025

    The intermingling of technology and automobiles continues, with digital key offerings from most vehicle makers. Digital keys utilize smartphone technology to expand vehicle access and owner...

  • App-Based Connected Services Considerations: FCA/Stellantis Wednesday, 24 September 2025

    Have you had an experience where the vehicle notified the owner that it was being moved while it was in your repair facility? App-based connected services are available from many vehicle makers and...

  • Backup Battery And Low-Voltage Disconnect: Mazda Friday, 19 September 2025

    When an accident happens, how will you call for help? Maybe the telematics system, equipped with a backup battery, could automatically do this, even if the main power is cut off. What are the repair...

  • Body Repair Manual Symbols: Kia Wednesday, 17 September 2025

    While looking at repair procedures in a body repair manual (BRM) you may notice that symbols are used to indicate specific operations or parts to be used during the repair process. Most BRMs provide a...

  • I-CAR Just In Time: Mirror Matching Parts Monday, 15 September 2025

    Sometimes seeing is understanding, that’s why I-CAR's technical team created the Just in Time video series to guide you through a variety of collision repair topics from ADAS and EVs to repair tips...

  • I-CAR Just In Time: Blend Panel Prep And Toner Replacement Wednesday, 10 September 2025

    Sometimes seeing is understanding, that’s why I-CAR's technical team created the Just in Time video series to guide you through a variety of collision repair topics from ADAS and EVs to repair tips...

  • GM Repair Insights: Summer 2025 Monday, 8 September 2025

    The summer edition of General Motors (GM) Repair Insights is now available.

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