Last updated 2021-10-28
Apply judgement time to replacement part modifications
Guidelines for applying judgement time when modifying a replacement part.
When this applies
When additional judgement time is required to:
- modify a replacement part that is not sold with the necessary fitment
- remove foam from a part of a vehicle requiring repair, or
- replace a part where the replacement does not match the pre-existing part.
Example: A rear bumper may not come with holes existing for backup sensors, therefore additional time is required to modify the replacement bumper, to install the pre-existing sensors.
Guidelines
To add the judgement time:
- enter a manual entry in Mitchell Cloud Estimating (MCE), identifying the part, procedure, and judgement time, and
- provide supporting photographic documentation, of the condition of parts before work is performed.
Note: MCE does not include time required to remove structural or sound deadening foam during part replacement.
When determining how much additional judgment time is required to remove foam during a repair or part replacement, consider the:
- required access to repair the panel
- heat or welding required, or
- access to apply rust protection.
Note: Additional time can be incorporated in the repair judgement time, when removing foam from behind a panel.