Per Audatex DBRM https://degweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ADXE_DBRM_Nov_2023.pdf |
Section 4-3 Outer Panel replacement only includes labor to seam seal on the perimeter flange to create a water tight seal. If additional labor is necessary for “OEM aesthetic appearance matching of sealants, sound deadening or bonding materials ” this would be NOT INCLUDED per section 4-2 Labor Exclusions on page 44-45
“Replace labor does not include additional labor to repair the replaced panel and or adjacent panels which may become distorted, burned or damaged by welding, drilling, grinding and straightening. ” This is also NOT INCLUDED per section 4-2 Labor Exclusion.
