Submitted Status
2018-09-20 18:53:12 Resolved (DEG Response)

Year Make Model Body
2018 BMW 340i Sedan

Tracking # 12709
Resolution

Q: Applying adhesive to panels for bonding

A: If this is a required step in the repair method as outlined in the OEM Procedure, it is INCLUDED.

Q: Set up Welder and Perform Destructive Weld Test

A: Set up welder is INCLUDED. Performing the actual destructive Weld Test is NOT INCLUDED

Q: Apply R1 cleaner to new parts prior to bonding

A: If this is a required step in the repair method as outlined in the OEM Procedure, it is INCLUDED

Q: Cure Adhesive with IR lamps and monitor temperature with IR thermometer

A: Monitoring curing, and temperature is not included in published labor allowances

Q:Remove emerging adhesive from panel flanges

A: Clean up of adhesive squeeze out is INCLUDED as outlined in the OEM Procedure

Q: Application of E-coat color to back of panels

A: Refinishing to the backside of replacement panel is NOT INCLUDED in the exterior refinish labor unless specifically noted in the footnotes

Q: Racking the vehicle to gain access to paint wheelhouse

A: “Racking or Raising” a vehicle for refinish process is “NOT INCLUDED” in Body or Refinish Labor times

Q:Masking suspension for refinishing wheelhouse

A: Masking up to 36″ is Included in Panel refinish labor times. Complete vehicle bagging is NOT INCLUDED in Refinish labor times, Mask of suspension components is NOT INCLUDED in panel refinish labor times.

Material cost is NOT INCLUDED.


Inquiry type Welded Panel Operations
Area of Vehicle Quarter Panel
Issue Summary Need to know if the following operations are included or non-included when replacing this quarter panel (which is a combination of welding and bonding adhesive/rivets), as per ASA, they are not included, but the insurer disagrees: -Applying adhesive to panels for bonding -Set up Welder and Perform Destructive Weld Test -Apply R1 cleaner to new parts prior to bonding -Cure Adhesive with IR lamps and monitor temperature with IR thermometer -Remove emerging adhesive from panel flanges -Application of E-coat color to back of panels -Racking the vehicle to gain access to paint wheelhouse -Masking suspension for refinishing wheelhouse
Technician Skill Level Expert
Suggested Action The p-pages are generic and do not explain thoroughly enough on the items listed above. Please provide clear concise answers if the above items are included or not. Thank you