Smart Repair (Small Area Repair)
Smart repair fixes small paint and body damage on part of a panel instead of repainting the whole panel.
What is Smart Repair (Small Area Repair)?
It covers scratches, stone chips, scuffs and small dents. It is usually cheaper and faster than a conventional bodyshop repair. It is often done mobile at the customer's home or work. Many dealers and insurers offer smart repair for minor damage.
How it works
Only the damaged area is prepared and painted, and the new paint is blended into the surrounding finish.
Why it matters for your car
Colour match and blending quality vary between technicians. Large or structural damage needs a full bodyshop repair.
Other terms
- Battery State Of Health (SoH)
- Battery Terminal And Clamp
- Bonnet Release (Hood Latch)
- Brake Force Distribution (Brake Bias)
- Charge Point Operator (CPO)
- Coolant Level Sensor
- E-Fuels (Synthetic Fuels)
- Eco-driving
- Engine Flush
- Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor
- Glow Plug Warning Light (Preheat Light)
- Leather Conditioner
- Mild Hybrid (MHEV, 48-volt Hybrid)
- Plug & Charge (ISO 15118)
- Smart Charging (Alternator Control)
- Spongy Brake Pedal (Soft Pedal)
- Tow Eye (Towing Hook)
- Volumetric Efficiency
- Wheel Horsepower (WHP)
- Wireless Phone Charging