Lincoln recognizes that wheel reconditioning is a dangerous method of repair. Lincoln is very clear that the company does not approve of any wheel repair that involves reconditioning. If you are not familiar with wheel reconditioning, it is a process of using various tools and methods to...
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INFINITI Requires OEM Air Bag Components: How This Impacts Your Collision Repair
INFINITI says you shouldn't take chances with the condition of your air bags. Most car manufacturers issue “OEM Position Statements” to car repair shops that outline their expectations of how repairs should be performed. INFINITI has issued a statement about the air bags in their vehicles and...
Why You Should Care That INFINITI Doesn’t Approve of Reconditioned Wheels
Wheel reconditioning is a dangerous and risky practice of collision repair. INFINITI is very clear that the company does not approve of any wheel repair that involves reconditioning. If you are not familiar with wheel reconditioning, it is a process of using various tools and methods to try to repair...
INFINITI Discourages the Use of Salvage or Recycled Parts—Why This Is Important for Your Repair
INFINITI wants you to have the best replacement parts for your collision repair. Nearly every car manufacturer releases “Position Statements” that instruct body shops in how to perform repairs on their vehicles to the highest standard. While all body shops should have access to this vital information, not all shops...
Why Mercedes-Benz Does Not Approve of Wheel Reconditioning and How This Affects You
Reconditioning could compromise the structural integrity of your Mercedes' wheels. If you are not familiar with wheel reconditioning, it is a process of using various tools and methods to try to repair a damaged wheel, instead of replacing it entirely. Some methods include welding, re-plating, or reshaping...