DEG Inquiry 40032, clarifies the proper use of “Add if required” operations in estimating system guidelines like MOTOR.

“1. The ADDITIONAL OPERATIONS, Add If Required(s), are for optional OEM equipment that is not included in the Bumper estimated replacement time (i.e. Fog Lamps, Sensors, Spoiler, etc.).

2. The Add If Required estimated work times applied to Bumper Cover (i.e. Fog Lamps, Sensors, Spoiler, etc.) are appropriate.
3. The Add If Required should be selected when available versus selecting the individual component.
4. In the event that the component related to the Add if required operation is required for replacement, the user should select the required component and manually delete the labor from the required component’s line entry.

Please note:
Selection of additional R&I operations for Fog Lamps, Sensors, Spoiler, etc. after selecting the related Add If Required should not be done, this would be considered inappropriate use of the estimating system.”