Teardown and Disassembly Documentation Form

Documentation form for collision repair teardown and blueprinting to record removed parts, observed damage marks, and repair-versus-replace decisions.

Repair Order and Vehicle Identification

• Repair Order Number
  Enter the shop repair order or claim reference number.
• Vehicle Year
  Model year of the vehicle.
• Vehicle Make
  Manufacturer of the vehicle.
• Vehicle Model
  Model name or trim if needed for identification.
• VIN Last 8 Characters
  Optional. Collect only if needed to distinguish the vehicle in the repair system.
• Disassembly Date
  Date the teardown or blueprinting inspection was performed.

Technician and Inspection Details

• Technician Name
  Name of the technician completing this documentation.
• Inspection Stage
  Select the teardown stage that best describes this record.
• If Other, describe the inspection stage
• Work Area Notes
  Optional notes about access, lighting, safety concerns, or conditions that affected the teardown.

Removed Parts and Damage Findings

• Removed Parts
  Add one row for each removed part or component documented during teardown.
• Damage Mark Summary
  Summarize visible damage marks, impact points, deformation, broken tabs, corrosion, or other findings not captured above.
• Hidden Damage Found?
  Select whether teardown revealed damage not visible during the initial estimate.
• Hidden Damage Details
  Describe the hidden damage discovered during teardown, including affected components and observable evidence.

Repair Versus Replace Decisions

• Decision Basis
  Select the factors used to support repair-versus-replace decisions.
• If Other, describe the decision basis
• Repair or Replace Notes
  Explain the rationale for key repair-versus-replace decisions, including any manufacturer guidance used.

Evidence, Attachments, and Technician Attestation

• Supporting Photos
  Upload photos that show removed parts, damage marks, or hidden damage findings.
• Additional Documents
  Optional estimate supplements, parts notes, or related documentation.
• Technician Attestation
  Confirm that the information entered is accurate and reflects the teardown findings.
• Technician Signature
  Sign to confirm the teardown documentation is complete.