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Estimate Tip – Mitchell – Recommended Calibration Lines

Mitchell users can activate recommendations for suggested calibrations in their Estimate Profile under calculations >> Diagnostics and Calibration. This is not a…
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Estimate Tip – CCC – Masking For Seam Sealer

Recent DEG Inquiry 37700 provides feedback from MOTOR  that “when the OEM service information specifically states to use tape when seam sealing…
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Estimate Tip – MITCHELL – Carry Up Service

When decoding newer vehicle chapters in Mitchell, a pop-up box may appear indicating “Carry-up Service”. Mitchell users should be aware of possible…
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Estimate Tip – Solera Qapter (Audatex) – Seam Sealer Application for Door Skin

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…
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Estimate Tip – CCC ONE Web- Parts Code Table

CCC ONE Web users can quickly add multiple parts code table operations in a single sequence instead of creating a new line…
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Estimate Tip – Mitchell- Applying clear coat to undersides and inner panels

Refinish operations that require additional clear coat for inner panels and undersides may require the end user to manually check the “Clear…
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Estimate Tip – Solera Qapter (Audatex) – Airbag & SRS Inspection Matrix

Qapter users can find the “Air Bag Matrix” for required inspections after a collision with or without deployment, in the “Airbag/Srs” zone…
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Estimate Tip – CCCone Web – Information Button

CCCone Web users can hover over individual lines and click on the "O" on the right side of the line to quickly…