Which item is NOT included in overhaul labor?

Overhaul labor typically encompasses the more extensive, foundational processes required to restore a vehicle after significant damage or to prepare it for further work. This includes tasks like repairing body panels, bodywork adjustments, and replacing trim parts, all of which directly relate to the vehicle’s immediate appearance and structural integrity following damage.

Suspension alignment, while a critical aspect of vehicle performance and safety, is distinctly categorized as maintenance-related work rather than overhaul. It is performed to ensure that the wheels are set to the optimum position relative to the vehicle's frame and each other, contributing to proper vehicle handling. When it is performed as part of a separate maintenance or service procedure, it does not fall under typical overhaul labor, which focuses on returning the vehicle to its pre-accident condition through structural repairs rather than tuning of various systems. Therefore, including suspension alignment in the category of overhaul labor does not align with standard definitions used in appraisals.