Estimate a propane or natural gas fueled vehicle

Steps to estimate a propane or natural gas fuelled vehicle.

Procedure

1. Visually check for LPG or CNG vehicles if not identified on the Estimate or Appraisal.
2. Determine whether the vehicle is driveable.

   If the vehicle is ...	Then ...
   driveable	proceed to step 7.
   not driveable	proceed to step 3

3. Place red cone on roof of vehicle.
   Note: This identifies the vehicle as fueled by LPG or CNG.

   Exception: If this is a mobile estimate, this is not necessary.
4. Disconnect battery cables.

   If you need to cut battery cables to do so, include their replacement on the Estimate or Appraisal.

5. Close all cylinder shut-off valves.

   Include any that are

   • enclosed in a sealed cover or bag, and
   • vented outside the vehicle.
6. Ensure ignition is in off position.
   Note: This ensures the solenoid valve remains closed.
7. Estimate the vehicle using standard estimating procedures.
8. Complete a Request Tow Activity as follows:

   If, by closing time, the estimate is ...	And the vehicle is ...	Then have the tow company ...
   incomplete	not driveable, and at Central Estimating Facility (CEF)	move the vehicle outside for the night and back inside the next day.
   incomplete	at a claims office	remove the vehicle for storage in the tow company’s compound overnight, and return the vehicle to the claims office the next day.
   complete	repairable	tow the vehicle to the repair facility.
   complete	not repairable	tow the vehicle to Salvage.

9. Make a note in .