Today's cars have a series of cameras and sensors that provide drivers with the ability to have almost a 360 degree view around their vehicles.
But when these cars are involved in an accident, there is a greater chance of something going wrong with the technology.
A growing number of manufacturers have issued recommendations on diagnostic vehicle scans — when to scan, what to scan and more.
The list of automakers with diagnostic scanning positions keeps growing since the last report in the November 2016 issue of Claims magazine. A forthcoming article will discuss the recent positions of General Motors and Mercedes Benz along with other important issues.
As the automaker scan position statement page count keeps growing, the "OEM Diagnostic Scanning Positions Quick Reference Chart" provides adjusters with a handy, single-page desk reference tool to keep track of the recommendations. An updated chart will be available at www.oempositions.com as more automakers come on board. Check back regularly for updates as diagnostic scanning continues to take hold in the collision repair and insurance claim process.
Here are the latest recommendations for scans from the auto manufacturers who have issued positions on the practice.
Gene Bilobram has been an automobile physical damage appraiser for over 25 years. His company, Lacey Appraisal Service Inc. is an appraisal, consultancy and manufacturers' rep firm serving the insurance and collision repair industries. He may be reached at laceyappraisal@aol.com.
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