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Are you missing the inner operations on replacement panel operations?
When quoting a large repair on an inner panel or structure in Audanet – for example, once you’ve replaced an outer quarter and are repairing the inner quarter – it’s common to simply select renew and then add a repair time to the inner. But that approach doesn’t capture the extra OEM-required operations:
- Underbody Labour – re-applying stone guard and underbody coatings.
- Rust-Proof Labour – cavity wax and corrosion protection.
Make sure you follow these steps for a better result: select the inner panel>click mutate repair>select Underbody Labour and/or Rust-Proof Labour>add WU required.
These processes are part of returning the vehicle to factory condition, not just extras.
The takeaway: A simple repair time on an inner panel won’t cover everything. Make sure you also apply underbody and rust-proof labour where required