Clear Coat blending is a procedure sometimes used on spot repairs performed within the borders of a body panel. After base coats are applied to...
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Use Only Honda-Supplied Parts on Every Repair
American Honda recognizes the importance of recycling, however the use of salvage/recycled parts to repair collision-damaged vehicles raises serious concerns about quality, suitability, safety and...
Nissan Does Not Want Recycled Parts in All Collision Repairs
Some body shops suggest that collision repairers should not use salvage/recycled parts while others may prefer them. In other cases, carmakers discourage the use of...
OE-Recommended Steel and Aluminum Wheel Repair Standards on All Nissan Vehicles
Nissan North America does not approve of any repairs made to any of its wheels, which includes the use of any repaired steel or aluminum...
Volvo Does Not Approve of Aftermarket Parts Utilization
Volvo Car USA does not approve of the use of aftermarket replacement parts. All the parts in a Volvo vehicle are responsible for specific functions....