Volvo Issues Position Statement on Pre- and Post-Repair Scanning
Volvo has released a position statement that requires pre- and post-repair scanning on all model years 1996 and beyond.
Chasing Wires: Beyond Scanning in the Auto Body World
Scanning electronics, recalibrating sensors and reprogramming parts is a new part of our world we must adapt to. But there is one more aspect to address: chasing wires.
Ford Releases Position Statement on Scanning
Ford Motor Co. announced that it has released a position statement on scanning, which includes that: all Ford Motor Company vehicles from and including model year 2010 forward involved in a collision require a pre-repair diagnostic scan during the estimation phase of a collision repair to properly identify all required repairs.
VIDEO: Creating a Scanning Process, Presented by FinishMaster
In this video, BodyShop Business Editor Jason Stahl discusses how to create a scanning process, starting with the first step of deciding whether it is necessary to conduct a pre-repair scan and/or post-repair scan on a vehicle.
Subaru Changes Position Statement on Scanning
Subaru has released an updated scanning position statement in which they now require pre- and post-repair diagnostic checks on all vehicles 2004 and later.
Scanning and Recalibration: Thinking Beyond the Sheet Metal
Mechanical repairs such as alignments and replacement of suspension parts all may have considerations as to post-repair scans or recalibrations.
Scanning and Battery Support: It’s All About Power
A vehicle comes into your shop and you want to run a pre-repair scan. The vehicle’s battery is where you will get power to diagnose with a scan tool in the OBD port. So what if the battery is low on charge?
New Vehicle Electronics: Scanning, Recalibration and ADAS
When it comes to repairing or replacing ADAS components, it’s not just what you know but when you know.
Kia Releases Position Statement on Scanning
Kia Motors has announced in a position statement that shops should consider pre-and post-diagnostic scans essential after a vehicle is involved in a collision.
CIECA to Discuss Pre-/Post-Repair Scanning Data in Webinar
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) will present a webinar on vehicle scanning and its Business Message Suite (BMS) standard on Dec. 5 at 11 a.m. Central time.
