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Vehicle Diagnostics in Collision Repair

The proliferation of electronic components and data buses is forcing the collision industry to join the scan tool revolution.

5/14/2012 1:34:25 PM By Dan Espersen

Collision Avoidance Systems As Revenue Opportunities

After your shop repairs a vehicle, it might look as good as new, but how about all those electronic systems that need resetting, reinitializing and adjusting? In the past, you may have subletted these "non-collision" jobs to ...

3/9/2012 2:21:49 PM By Dan Espersen

Clearing Computer Codes: Should Insurers Have to Pay for It?

I'm the body shop manager for a Mercedes-Benz and Porsche dealership. I've been getting a lot of resistance from a couple of insurance companies over the issue of resetting electrical components, i.e. clearing computer codes ...

2/20/2012 By Mitch Becker

Does Your Body Shop Need a Scan Tool?

Collision repair facilities that purchase their own scan tools and receive the proper training to repair today's advanced electronics systems in-house have the opportunity to reduce cycle time and costs.

2/3/2012 By Mitch Becker

Lexus, GM Repair Procedures

Here are some excerpts from current OE repair articles and TSBs found in ALLDATA Collision S3500.

10/27/2011 By Dan Espersen

Diagnosing Electrical Problems Post-Collision

Diagnosing electrical problems relating to a crash can sometimes be tricky business. Understanding some of the fundamentals of electrical wiring and components can help.

8/1/2011 By John D. Lyman, Sr.

Bearing and TPMS Procedures on Infiniti Vehicles

Sometimes it’s the little things that trip you up. You apply all of your knowledge, talent, time and energy to restoring a vehicle to like-new condition after it has been in a collision. You’re ready to delive...

7/7/2011 1:59:12 PM By Dan Espersen

Addressing Memory Functions in Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX

Today’s complex vehicles are forcing collision repair facilities to address repair issues they never had to address a few years ago. The diagnostic age is upon us, and without the proper tools, training and information...

3/7/2011 9:04:32 AM By Dan Espersen

Vehicle Ignition Interlock Devices: What You Need to Know

An increasing number of vehicles are being equipped with ignition interlock devices to prevent repeat drunk driving, so it’s smart to have a plan in place if one arrives in your shop.

3/7/2011 By Mitch Becker

The Nuts & Volts of Hybrid Repairs

An increasing number of hybrid vehicles entering collision repair facilities means that you need the proper training to ensure accurate repairs and keep yourself safe.

2/4/2011 1:37:23 PM By Jeff Poole

Diary of a Bad Collision Repair

Bad collision repairs are allowed to take place, pure and simple. Greed and not caring allow them to take place. And I've seen my fair share.

10/25/2010 By Danny Wyatt

Power Window, Moon Roof Initialization on '09 Toyota 4Runner

Electronic vehicle systems have made vehicles more comfortable and convenient to drive. They’ve also increased vehicle safety immeasurably. In your shop, however, they make complex repairs even more complex. Every ...

5/11/2010 8:14:22 AM By Dan Espersen

TECH TIPS: Water Leak in Trunk of GM Vehicle May Affect Radio

Have you ever had a customer schedule a collision repair, but when the vehicle arrives it has certain conditions that may not be related to the collision? Your expertise and experience may tell you that these conditions were ...

10/22/2009 2:45:25 PM By Dan Espersen

SUPER TECHNOLOGY ISSUE: Airbag Basics

Airbags, along with other components of safety restraint systems, are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and misinformation is spreading like wildfire. Here’s the real deal on what you need to know to restore them to OEM st...

10/5/2009 11:14:37 AM By Douglas Gan

SUPER TECHNOLOGY ISSUE: Hybrids – It's All About Training

The expense and time commitment necessary to get trained on hybrids is significant, but without it, you have no business repairing these vehicles.

10/5/2009 By Keith Combs

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