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Estimate Tip – Solera Qapter (Audatex) – Application of lubricant
Solera Qapter DBRM Section 4-2 Labor Exclusion states “application of lubricant or similar material” & “Body Materials” are not included. An example…
Estimate Tip – Mitchell – Modifying replacement parts
DEG Inquiry 41796 elaborates on modifications for replacement parts. “Please reference the following information from the labor general information section of the…
Estimate Tip – Radiator Supports & Mechanical Components
Starting with 2027 new model year vehicles, MOTOR has updated its labor guide for Radiator Supports: mechanical component R&I/R&R is no longer…
Estimate Tip – Solera Qapter (Audatex) – Multiple Rate / Labor Breakout Feature
Solera Qapter users can apply Multiple Rates (MR) to a single line item. For example, when replacing a quarter panel, Qapter may…
Estimate Tip – Mitchell – Information label replacement labor
DEG Inquiry 41761 elaborates on information label replacement labor. “Mitchell does not develop or publish labor allowances for label replacement. “ End…
Estimate Tip – CCCONE Web – Welded Seams & Weld Zone Repair and Refinish
DEG Inquiry 41711 elaborates on replacement quarter panel welded seams and adjacent panel weld zone repair & refinish. “After review, the published…
Estimate Tip – Solera Qapter (Audatex) – Data Access Fees
Solera Qapter DBRM page 38 shares feedback regarding Data Access Fee “Any fees related to OEM data subscriptions and/or OEM information access…
Estimate Tip – Mitchell – Masking Bumpers with texture or unpainted areas
When painting a bumper that requires extra masking for textured or unpainted sections, always check the Refinish Operation Labor Notes first. Included:…