Technical Archives - Page 7 of 102 - BodyShop Business
Deciphering My Dashlights

The BlueDriver scan tool really came in handy, considering the dash on my 2009 Honda Civic routinely lights up like a Christmas tree.

Scanning & Calibration: What’s the Confusion?

With all the information on scanning and calibration out there, perhaps the confusion is being caused by the vast amounts of disinformation that cloud people’s judgment.

ADAS: What’s Alignment Got to Do with It?

Proper alignment has everything to do with ADAS features as the vehicle’s alignment directly interacts with all of its advanced features.

Auto Body Repair: Rivet Bonding Basics

Bud Center of I-CAR discusses the basics of rivet bonding, a growing technical area of collision repair work.

Vehicle Scanning & Calibration: What’s Your Angle?

The angle of sensors such as radar and cameras is critical to how they see where they’re supposed to and react accordingly.

Auto Refinish: Accepting the Challenge

In order to overcome refinishing challenges, one must first understand the issues encountered.

Vehicle Pre-inspection and Scan: A Necessary Practice

You’ll be glad you did a pre-inspection and a pre-repair scan of the vehicle after you deliver it back to the customer and hear the dreaded words: “It worked before I brought it in.”

Scanning & Recalibration: What Category Are You?

When a calibration is not completed, the response I get from shops usually falls into one of three categories: I did not know, I did not plan or I did not need to.

MIG Brazing: Basics, Beliefs and Benefits

MIG brazing reduces the heat, which is why more and more automakers are recommending it in their repair procedures.

STRSW: Hitting the Spot

Understanding why squeeze-type resistance spot welding is becoming the preferred/required attachment method of OEMs is imperative to help ensure a complete, safe and quality repair.

ADAS and Wheel Alignment: Connecting Like Puzzle Pieces

Wheel alignment and ADAS calibration connect like pieces in a jigsaw puzzle. If you don’t know where the wheels are going, you don’t know where the ADAS is going.

Electric Vehicles: High-Voltage Safety Systems

Knowing and understanding the safety systems that are used on HV vehicles is not only important for safety but to help ensure a complete, safe and quality repairs.