Teardown and Disassembly Documentation Form

It is used during collision repair blueprinting to record what was removed, what damage was found, and why a part was repaired or replaced. The form helps the shop keep a consistent record between initial estimate, teardown findings, and final repair plan. It also creates a clear audit trail for supplements and customer approvals.

Complete it after the vehicle has been disassembled enough to inspect hidden areas and before final repair work begins. Many shops use it during the blueprinting stage, then update it if additional hidden damage is found later. If the teardown is partial, note that in the inspection stage so the record matches the actual scope.

A collision repair technician, estimator, or blueprinting specialist should complete it, depending on how your shop assigns teardown work. The person filling it out should be the one who actually inspected the vehicle and can verify the removed parts and damage findings. The technician attestation and signature fields help confirm accountability.

List the parts that were actually removed during teardown, using specific part names rather than broad labels. If a part was removed only for inspection and reinstalled, note that clearly. This section should reflect the physical work performed, not the planned repair list.

It captures the basis for each decision, such as structural damage, labor time, part condition, or manufacturer guidance. That makes it easier to explain why a component was repaired, replaced, or held for further review. If your shop uses internal criteria, the decision_basis_other field can document that logic.

Yes. You can add conditional logic for frame damage, EV components, ADAS-related parts, or specialty materials if those apply to your work. You can also adjust the inspection stage options to match your blueprinting process, such as initial teardown, supplemental teardown, or post-pull inspection.

Attach photos of the damage, removed parts, and any reference points that support the findings. Add supplemental documents such as OEM repair procedures, estimate notes, or parts quotes when they inform the decision. The goal is to keep the evidence tied to the same record as the teardown notes.

Common mistakes include vague damage descriptions, missing photos, and not distinguishing between observed damage and assumed damage. Another issue is skipping the repair-versus-replace rationale, which makes later review harder. Shops also sometimes forget to document the inspection stage, which can make the record less useful during supplements or customer discussions.