Inquiry:

SubmittedStatus
2025-11-15 12:23:32 Resolved (No IP Change)

YearMakeModelBody
2025 Chevrolet trailblazer SUV

Tracking # 40215
Resolution

Audatex RFR Response:

“After reviewing your RFR request, I’m attaching highlighted areas of Section 4-2 Labor Exclusions that specifically list these items as not included in the labor allowance. These will need to be a manual consideration for the estimate preparer”

DatabaseReferenceManual-4-25.pdf Page 44 Section 4-2 Labor Exclusions:

Application of Seam Sealer:

• Application of seam sealer on new parts that require seam sealer.
• Body Materials are not included in Audatex labor values.

Removal of seam sealer:

• Removal of panel bonding adhesive material.
• Removal of debris, grease, corrosion, protective coatings, or other materials impeding
replacement, R&I, or refinishing of parts.
• Removal of protective coatings from replacement parts.


Inquiry type Non-Welded Panel Operations
Area of Vehicle Back
Issue Summary Rear bumper reinforcement bolts and mounting areas is covered by seam sealer. the .4 (per the labor report breakdown) to perform the reinforcement work stand alone after all the bumper components have been removed to gain access is still not enough.
Suggested Action Suggest to increase labor to account for the seam sealer removal and reapplication + add labor note. about seam sealer work.