2006 Labor Guide CD-ROM - Chilton Manuals

The Chilton Manuals 130605 2006 Labor Guide CD-ROM provides essential labor time data for automotive and industrial technicians. This comprehensive guide details hundreds of labor operations, encompassing routine maintenance and complex electronic system diagnostics. It serves as a critical resource for accurately estimating job times for a wide range of vehicles.

Key Features

• Extensive Vehicle Coverage: Includes labor times for domestic and imported vehicles manufactured from 1981 through 2006.
• Real-World Labor Times: Estimates account for practical shop conditions, considering factors like worn or rusted components and the use of common aftermarket tools.
• Industry Acceptance: Chilton labor times are widely recognized and accepted by most insurance and extended warranty companies.
• Standardized Terminology: Features parts terminology that is standardized across various Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), simplifying reference and reducing confusion.
• Updated Data: Incorporates hundreds of updated labor times for earlier models, ensuring technicians have access to the most current information.
• Multiple Labor Time Options: Provides three distinct labor time categories: normal, severe, and warranty, offering flexibility for different service scenarios.

Applications

The 2006 Labor Guide CD-ROM is an indispensable tool for professional automotive and industrial shops. It is designed for technicians and service advisors who need to accurately quote repair costs, manage shop workflow, and comply with insurance and warranty claim requirements. This guide is particularly useful for estimating time for new maintenance services, performing electronic system diagnosis, and ensuring consistent pricing across various jobs.