Wearable Parts not covered under Arbitration

This article outlines what qualifies as a “wearable part” under ACV policy. These are components that manufacturers generally expect to wear down and require routine replacement through normal vehicle use, based on an average of 15,000 miles driven per year.

List of Wearable Parts

• Standard transmission clutch
• Wheel bearings
• Tires
• Brakes, rotors, and hoses
• Belts, timing belts, and tensioners
• Bushings
• Suspension and suspension components (sway bars, links, axles, control arms, shocks, struts, ball joints, stabilizer, etc.)
• Exhaust and exhaust components (manifold, flex pipe, muffler, etc.)
• Wipers
• Fluids
• Bulbs
• Batteries*
• Filters (engine air filter, oil filter, cabin air filter)
• Spark plugs
• Brive belts/serpentine belts
• Motor mounts
• Coolant and heater hoses
• Fuel pump (mileage and condition-dependent)
• Water pump (mileage and condition-dependent)
• Headlight assemblies (due to wear or fogging over time)
  

Important Note

This list includes many of the most commonly recognized wearable parts under ACV policy, but it may not be fully comprehensive. Other parts not listed here may also be considered wearable depending on the specific vehicle, its usage, and manufacturer guidelines. If you have questions about a part not listed here or how it might be classified under policy, please reach out for clarification.

FAQs & Common Issues

Q: What mileage is considered when determining normal wear?
A: ACV uses an average benchmark of 15,000 miles per year to assess expected wear and tear.

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