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PT Transfer

Is the Repair Facility able to diagnose to cause of failure and overhaul if needed?

Has the Repair Facility ever serviced the vehicle before?

Can a test drive be performed if needed?


Has there been teardown that would prevent a test drive or is the vehicle inoperable due to failure?
Did the Repair Facility tow the vehicle?


Has the cause of failure been identified?

Does the Repair Facility have an itemized estimate available?

Has the Repair Facility's info and contact info been verified?

What is the preferred method of contact?





Have the PT claim expectations been reviewed with the Repair Facility contact?

Have you provided the Repair Facility with the assigned adjusters name, direct extension, and e-mail?

Is there any other relevant info that will assist the adjuster?

Status Note

What are we waiting on?




Photos from the RF to


Do they know what we're looking for
and how to get it to us?




Have parts and labor been verified
and entered into the claim?

Yes

Any relevant info?
What are the next steps?
Anything to look out for?
Any notes, in general?

Who's parts at what pricing?





Was Anything Requested?
Is there OOPC or Shipping?
Special circumstances?
DED Amount:
What is the cause of OOPC?
Amount of OOPC?















 
REG OIL: 7.27
SYN OIL: 10.79

DEX III: 11.52
ATF+4: 12.99
DEX VI/SYN: 13.86
MERC V: 13.19
CVT: 14.19
REG GEAR OIL: 13.11
SYN GEAR OIL: 19.66
FRIC MODIFIER: 11.59

PS FLUID: 8.16

DOT 3: 5.90 PER 12 OZ
DOT 4: 6.30 PER 12 OZ

REG COOLANT: 16.99
LONG LIFE COOLANT: 21.50

R134A: 1.50/OZ
R1234YF: 6.50/OZ
PAG OIL: 10.91/OZ
AC UV DYE: 12.81/OZ
FLUSH SOLVANT: 6.68/OZ

ENG/TRANS DYE: 11.47/OZ
SEALANT/RTV: 15.32 PER 3.5OZ
Payments
555-555-5555

Towing
555-555-5555

Rental
555-555-5555

Main
555-555-5555

Common questions

And Their Answers or Where to Find Them.

⧫ Where can I find tracking information?
⧫ Am I supposed to open a claim or can this end in interaction?
⧫ Only some of the authorized repairs are going to be completed.
How do I make the estimate match the invoice?
⧫ The Repair Facility is saying they didn't get paid.
It shows they were paid in our system.
How can I help?
  • Note the claim number.
  • Go to the AM home tab.
  • Click Track Orders.
  • Select the search option
  • Input the claim number into the search box and click search.
  • Click on the order number.
  • This will show relevant info such as the tracking number, address shipped to, etc.
  • Clicking on the tracking number will show you current shipment status.

You MUST open a claim if:

  • The part has coverage.
  • There is a mileage issue. Negative mileage, for example.
  • There is a VIN issue.

A claim doesn't need to be opened if:

  • The part is PNLC unless VIN or mileage
    issues need to be addressed
  • The CH vehicle is not at the RF.
  • The RF doesn't have a verified failure.

Even if the claim will be denied, one must be opened if the part is listed.

Even if the part is not listed, an open claim is needed to correct mileage or VIN issues.

  • Reauthorize the claim using the button in the tab of the system.
  • Go to the estimate and lock out other users.
  • Open the section of the estimate to find the items that are no longed needed.
  • Select the checkbox next to each of those items.
  • Click the Claim Item button.
  • For part line items, set the Repair Facility and Authorized prices to $0.00.
  • For labor line items, set the Repair Facility and Authorized labor hours to 0.0.
  • Click 'Save' in the bottom right corner when finished with each item.

IMPORTANT - Do NOT change any PART line item to a QUANTITY of 0.


'Paid' status in the system just means that the payment was sent
It does not indicate if any money was actually dispersed.
In order to resolve the issue:

  • Verify the payment information on file and fix any errors.
  • Notate the claim stating the situation and that you verified payment info.
  • Note the claim number, Contract Holder name, and RF payment information.
  • To verify whether or not payment has been released and to release a secondary payment,
    contact Accounting.
  • Call the Accounting line, explain the situation and provide any requested information
  • Accounting will inform you if the card was ran or release payment if it hasn't.
  • Inform the RF of the outcome.

Mileage Discrepancies

Is the contract Type 1 or a Type 2 Contract?


Is the vehicle over 100 days in coverage?


What kind of mileage discrepancy is being reviewed?




Does the contract have the Special A or Special B surcharge?

Contact the customer and ask about usage for potential Special A/Special B.
Did the customer admit to Special A or Special B use?

Proceed with the claim as normal.
Do not send to Review Team.

Task to Review Team to review.
Refer to the Tasking Review Team Job Aid.

How to Proceed with a Mileage Calculation

Verify the breakdown mileage with the Repair Facility.
If the Repair Facility has any records the fit the required criteria, request them.
If the Repair Facility doesn't have a record available to be used immediately, request verifiable records from the customer.
If none are available or they are uncooperative, a CARFAX report may be used.
Records should be as close to date of sale as possible

  • No older than 12 months prior to date of sale.
  • Must be prior to date of sale

Perform a mileage calculation using the SOP available in the Document Base.

Parts Pricing - AM and Sourcing

Is the Repair Facility part OEM or AM?

Is the MSRP over $200.00?

Is the Repair Facility charging more than OEM MSRP?

If the Repair Facility won't match, is shipping an option?

AM Sourcing

Enter the CH VIN into AM
If the RF is using OEM, search using the OEM part number
If the RF is using AM, search using the part name

Follow the instructions listed here as a reminder of procedure

Does AM have options?

AM Pricing

Is the AM LIST price over $200.00?

This is your part.
- AM List is your MSRP.

Is the RF charging more than AM List?

If the RF won't match, is shipping an option?

Is AM cost over $200.00?
Either way, note the MCE AM part.

This is your part.
- AM List is your MSRP.
- AM Cost is MCE.

Is RF charging more than AM Cost

If the RF won't match, is shipping an option?

In House Sourcing

There is a specific set of instructions to follow.
Those instructions are listed right here.
If you follow the instructions in this section,
you will consistently make the correct decision.

Do Not Order These Parts From AM

Engine and Internals

Rocker Arm
Camshaft
Crankshaft
Lifter
Balance Shaft
Piston
Valve Spring
Push Rod
Cylinder Head
Cam Rocker
Block
Oil Pump
Timing Components

Transmission and Other DriveTrain

Torque Converter
Valve Body
Shift Solenoid
4x4 Switch
Clutch
Gears
Shafts
Differentials
Transfer Case (Including Internals)
ISM (Shift Module on Certain Transmissions)

General

Turbocharger
Harmonic Balancer
Radiators that begin with "RA"
LCD Screens and Radios
Drive Shafts
Power Steering Racks

Common Diagnostic Times

Air Conditioning

Evac and Recharge: 1.4
Partial Recharge: .6
Dye Test: .6
Pressure Test: .3
Sniffer Test: .6
Blend Door Actuator Test: .3

Electrical

Electrical Test: .3
Code Pull: .3
With Live Data Monitoring: add .2
Electronics Reset: .3
Wire Repair: .2 per wire, Max 2 hours
Alternator Diag: .6
Pin Point Test: .4

Fuel

Fuel Pressure Test: .5
Injector Node Test: .5
Drain and Fill Fuel Tank: .5

Cooling

Pressure Test: .4
Flush: .5 - .7
Radiator Drain and Flush: 1.4

Misc

Smoke Test - Emissions: .6
Chassis Ears Noise Isolation: .3
Vacuum Test 4WD actuators: .5
Bleeding Lines: .7
Dye Test for Engine: .5 - 1
Cleaning: .2 - .4 if covered by contract

Additional Info

Coolant flushes after water pump replacement are to be used only if there is contamination in the system from a covered failure.

Anything that is part of the R/R procedure cannot be counted towards diag as it is considered overlap.

Always check LaborGuide FIRST.

Date Mileage ī
Service
Inception
Record
Record
Record
Record
Record
Record
ī = Record to use for Inception calc.

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Parts Return


What Qualifies as a Parts Return?



How is a Parts Return Done?

Tesla

When a repair facility calls in a Tesla claim, start an interaction and take note of the following information:

E-mail this information to John.Doe@yourOrganization.com
Advise the Repair Facility that the team that handles Tesla claims will reach out with-in 24 hours.

Do Not Use vs STOP-NO CLAIMS ALLOWED

Shops that have Do Not Use in the RF name are just duplicate accounts.
The Do Not Use is in reference to that profile. The RF will have another
without the Do Not Use tag.

However, if you see STOP-NO CLAIMS ALLOWED, do not start a new claim.
Inform the RF that you need to review coverage and will call them back.

Call the CH and inform them that we are unable to open new claims with their RF.
Apologize for the inconvenience, and help them with finding a new RF and towing.
If the CH escalates, transfer the call to the Escalation team for handling.

Do not share any details or speculation about the RF to the CH or anyone from the RF.

Document all actions taken in the notes.

2024

Don't let the big red banner scare you off.

A transfer to 2024 is only required in order to start a new claim.
If they already have a claim, read the notes.

The notes will indicate if any adjuster can continue the claim or if
you should task the assigned ADJ with updates or actions needed.

And of course, if you are not sure of what steps you should take, reach out to your TL.

Is It PT?

What Qualifies for PowerTrain Transfer:

Internal Engine Damage
Transfer Cases
Front and Rear Differentials
Internal Transmission Failures
Turbo - ONLY if failure results in internal engine damage.
Timing Chains/Belts - All timing chains go to PT


What does NOT qualify for PowerTrain Transfer:

Fuel injectors
Turbos - with no damage to engine
Engine oil leaks with no engine damage
Transmission leaks with no transmission damage
Drive Shafts/Axles
Electrical concerns
Engine Cooling Concerns
A/C Concerns

GL6 Claims

Important

Do NOT request any disassembly or teardown unless notated to do so in the claim.
Do NOT disclose any information about coverage.

If a Repair Facility calls in and the contract is an GL6 variant,
do not disclose any information about coverage whatsoever.
Do not bother pulling the contract to check or verify.

Open a claim following standard SOP and your normal process.
The difference is that you will key in and verify parts and labor
on all items regardless of coverage.

Once all items are keyed in and verified, click the Assign to GL6
button in your system. Once it has reassigned to an GL6
adjuster, task that adjuster. Tell the Repair Facility that the claim is under
review and that an adjuster will reach out to them within 24 hours.

General Operation Principals
  • The cooling system prevents the engine from overheating by absorbing heat generated from combustion and releasing it into the atmosphere through the radiator.
  • The main components are the water pump, radiator, thermostat, and cooling fans.
  • The water pump circulates the coolant through the system.
  • The radiator spreads the coolant out over a large area to allow more heat to escape.
  • The fans pull cool air through the radiator allowing heat to escape more efficiently.
  • The thermostat opens and closes to block or allow coolant through the radiator to be cooled keeping the engine at it's optimum temperature.
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Fluids: Level, Condition, Contamination?
Was a pressure test completed? Where is the leak?
Any codes stored? List and define.
Any freeze frame data available? Date/Mileage?
Did the vehicle overheat? Any further damage?
Any previous engine repairs?
Any signs of impact damage or corrosion as the COF?
What is the root cause of overheating?
General Operation Principals
  • The Turbo uses exhaust gas to compress the air going to the intake allowing for more fuel to be used, creating more power.
  • The exhaust gases produced by combustion are routed to a turbine connected to a compressor making it spin.
  • The compressed air is cooled before being sent to the engine.
  • Compressed air has a higher density of oxygen which allows more fuel to be burnt which increases power output.
  • When there is more boost available than the engine needs, the wastegate opens to vent the uneeded boost pressure.
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Any codes stored? List and define.
Any freeze frame data available? Date/Mileage?
Any noise, smoke, etc?
Any play in the turbo shaft?
Wastegate and actuator operating properly?
Any previous engine repairs?
Oil or coolant leaks from turbo?
General Operation Principals
  • The battery is used to power the starter while the vehicle is not running.
  • While the engine is running, the alternator produces approximately 13.6 volts.
  • That voltage is what recharges the battery and provides power to all electrical components of the vehicle.
  • For any electrical component to operate, there must be voltage supplied (+) and a path for that voltage to return (-).
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Is there a check engine light or other warning lights?
Any codes stored? List and define.
Alternator/Battery test results?
Verified power and ground?
Any other circuit/pinpoint tests?
Any other potential causes tested?
Fluid intrusion/corrosion/damaged wires?
General Operation Principals
  • When the ignition is in the 'on' position, a signal is sent to run the fuel pump.
  • The pump pulls fuel from the tank, which passes through a filter on it's way to the pressure regulator.
  • The regulator provides consistant fuel pressure to the fuel rail.
  • The fuel rail supplies fuel to the injectors.
  • Control modules regulate the operation of the components.
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Is there fuel in the vehicle? Has fuel filter been serviced?
Power and ground to pump?
Fuel pressure test results?
Any codes stored? List and define.
Fuel pressure at fuel rail - Actual/Spec?
Is the injector stuck open, clogged or not functioning?
Any other testing performed?
General Operation Principals
  • The steering wheel rotates a shaft which has a gear on the end called the pinion.
  • The rotational motion of the shaft is converted to transverse motion by meshing with a second gear called the rack.
  • The rack has a hydrualic piston with fluid supply lines on either side.
  • When the rack is moving in either direction, fluid is pumped into the opposite side of the piston.
  • The fluid pushes the piston in the desired direction using the pressure provided by the power steering pump.
  • The ends of the rack are connected to the steering knuckles via the inner and outer tie rod ends.
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Any noises while turning, if so describe?
What is condition of tie rods, if damaged describe?
Power steering fluid level?
Any power steering leaks?
Any codes stored? List and define.
Any other testing performed?
Any signs of impact damage?
General Operation Principals
  • Vehicle suspension systems have many variations but serve the same purpose.
  • The steering knuckle attaches to the frame and steering mechanism via control arms and tie rods. It, also, houses the hub assembly.
  • Shocks will use either air or hydraulics to dampen the vibrations in the road.
  • The sway bar is a torsion spring that resists twisting and levels the vehicle during turns.
  • Ball joints bewteen the knuckle and control arm provide the flexability for movement.
  • Control arm bushings do the same for the other end of the control arm at the frame.
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Any suspension noises, if so describe?
Any signs of impact damage?
Signs of rust or corrosion as COF?
Any play in suspension components?
Are bushings worn, torn, cracked or dry rotted?
Diag type: test drive, visual inspection, leverage?
General Operation Principals
  • The 4 processes in A/C: compression, condensation, expansion, and evaporation.
  • The A/C compressor compresses incoming gas refrigerant increasing it's temperature and pressure.
  • The compressed gas travels to the condenser where heat is released and the gas is condensed to liquid form.
  • The high pressure liquid refrigerant is passed through a drier before arriving at the expansion device.
  • The expansion device is a restriction that controls flow in to a line of larger volume initiating the low pressure side, cooling the liquid even more.
  • The cool, low pressure liquid boils, becoming a gas in the evaporator as it absorbs heat from the cabin.
  • It returns to the compressor to complete the cycle.
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What is the ambient temperature/vent temperature?
Is there any refrigerant in the system?
How much refrigerant was recovered? What is the system spec?
Is the A/C compressor clutch activating?
What are the H/L side pressures? Are they out of range?
Was a leak test performed?
If leaking, where from? Any further damage?
Contamination in system? If so, send photos.
General Operation Principals
  • For an engine to operate properly, the components must operate at the proper time.
  • The relationship between the bottom end and valvetrain is maintained using a timing chain (or belt).
  • The timing chain tensioner keeps the chain tight so it doesn't skip teeth or come off.
  • The timing chain guides provide some additional tension and keep the chain from fluttering.
  • The timing chain can also be responsible for turning the water pump.
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Any codes stored? List and define.
Any freeze frame data available? Date/Mileage?
Does the vehicle have a timing chain or belt?
If a belt was there maintenance performed at correct mileage?
Was there any damage to the engine from this failure?
Are there any noises from the chain or belt area?
Any previous engine repairs?
What is the COF?
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CH Statement

Can you describe what happened?
When did the issue first occur?
Were there any prior related issues?

What were they and when did they occur?
Were there any warning lights?

Please describe:
Was there any noise, smoke, or smell?

Please describe:
How long have you owned the vehicle?
Do you know the approximate mileage when you purchased it?  (If unsure, leave blank.)
Was the vehicle towed to the repair facility?

Where was it towed from and what tow company did you use?
Any additional comments or notes:

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