When technicians approach a repair on a 2019 CX3 bumper cover, there are several OEMs with various levels of warnings. The blind-spot monitoring couldn’t be calibrated if there are obstructions on the bumper. The entire rear bumper would have to be replaced if the area around this specific ADAS system is damaged.
Here’s what Mazda has to say in the 2019 CX-5 repair manual:
“Radar aiming cannot be performed correctly if obstructions which interfere with radar emission are stuck on the blind spot monitoring (BSM) control modules or the rear bumper. Perform the following procedure before performing the radar aiming.
—Verify that there is no water, mud, soiling, sticker adhesion, or repairs done using putty application on the surface of the rear bumper and that there is no mud, soiling, or scratches on the blind spot monitoring (BSM) control modules…If the rear bumper around the BSM control module is damaged, replace the rear bumper.”
The Importance of Following OEM Repair Procedures
The above diagram showed three common bumper repairs require specific OEM repair procedures. What may come as a surprise is despite the importance of these repairs, most technicians will still repair a vehicle their way based on “experience.” However, each repair is unique and comes with its own set of repair procedures. Due to the critical role BSM plays in vehicular safety, this is why repair technicians might need to replace the bumper if there’s any damage.
You want to take your Mazda to a New Jersey auto repair shop that knows to check the OEM repair procedures before they begin any repair for any vehicle. These are the best technicians out there because they know the importance of following OEM repairs. Whenever an auto repair technician repairs a vehicle solely based on “experience,” they can severely damage the ADAS systems your car is built with. Not to mention, the overall structural integrity of the vehicle can also be damaged in the repair process.
Who In New Jersey Knows How To Repair My Mazda The Right Way?
We are always looking up the latest repair procedures released by car’s manufacturers. Our team of technicians has had extensive training and knows the importance of OEM repairs for your vehicle. We feel we are the best New Jersey has to offer because we know each car repair is unique and we genuinely care for each of our customers.
It can be hard to trust an auto body shop who promises you they’ll give you the best job, especially with the complexity in today’s vehicles. We are committed to excellence in auto collision repair and to serving you with the highest quality repairs and value because you shouldn’t have anything less.
