An exterior part comes in left- and right-side versions, but the supplier's images do not indicate installation orientation. Warehouse staff can easily mistake mirror-image parts for the same item. Dealers need to record material status separately from business decisions so that a vague response does not move the entire order forward.
When identifying left- and right-side parts, first separate known facts, material sources, applicability, and the next responsible person. The conditions for proceeding in this article support internal handoffs; they do not replace local market access, legal, or technical assessments in Argentina.
Rebuild the issue from installation photos
First, the parts order administrator saves the original installation location photos and links them to the current vehicle, part, or order. If the information is only secondhand, record the provider and the originals still needed without reaching a definitive conclusion.
Second, compare the part label's direction marking side by side with the removal and installation diagram or catalog page. When a discrepancy appears, record the field name, material provider, and affected subject. The repair technical contact then decides whether additional evidence is needed.
Fields that pass this review can move forward. Unverified left- and right-side part identification matters remain subject to their original pause conditions.
When to pause and what to record
| What to check | When you can proceed | When you must pause | Who is responsible |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photos of the installation location on the vehicle | The photos identify the subject of this order, and original files are traceable | Preserve original materials and mark missing identification fields for the photos | Parts order administrator |
| Direction marking on the part label | The marking's source, version, and affected scope are stated | Retain conflicting versions side by side and return the marking information for clarification of its applicable subjects | Warehouse receiving inspector |
| Removal and installation diagram or catalog page | The diagram or page is consistent with the vehicle, order, or physical item's condition | Put affected matters on hold and ask the repair technical contact to review the diagram or page | Repair technical contact |
| Technical sign-off record | The record lists the scope of acceptance, responsible person, and conditions for taking effect | Keep the status pending verification and state the conditions for resuming work in the record | After-sales approver |
After the table's conditions are met, the after-sales approver must still confirm the scope of receiving, packing into separate boxes, installation, or returns. Complete documentation and business approval are separate stages and must not be merged into one status.
Distinguish the Roles of Official Sources and Order Evidence
The team can include the Argentina automotive parts and safety components declaration application page in this order's external checking list. When citing the page, state only the scope it explicitly covers. Do not expand content that does not identify a specific vehicle into a release conclusion.
External questions should clearly explain the factual context surrounding the removal and installation diagram or catalog page. After a response arrives, the repair technical contact checks the responding party and applicability before deciding whether to update the technical sign-off record.
Use the Technical Sign-Off Record to Support Later Handoffs
When taking photos, include both the vehicle's forward direction and installation location in the image. If the label conflicts with the orientation on the actual vehicle, quarantine the part first and have technical staff recheck it beside the vehicle.
The after-sales approver performs the final recheck of the technical sign-off record to ensure every paused item has a responsible person. Similar orders can use the Starvia Purchasing FAQ to build a question list. Do not copy historical conclusions directly.
FAQ
Why can't we close the case when the supplier says this check has already been handled?
For orientation identification, start with the direction marking on the part label. Limit this assessment to the items in the table; unchecked items retain their previous status. Enter the review results for the installation location photos in the technical sign-off record. The person taking over can then reconstruct this decision from the installation location photos.
Which source wins when the two conflict
For orientation identification, start with the removal and installation diagram or catalog page. First identify inconsistent fields, then ask an authorized role to select the version to use. Enter the review results for the part label's direction marking in the installation location photo record. The person taking over can then reconstruct this decision from the part label's direction marking.
Can photos alone decide what to do with the parts?
For orientation identification, start with the technical sign-off record. Screenshots can locate a problem but cannot replace traceable originals. Enter the review results for the removal and installation diagram or catalog page in the part label direction marking record. The person taking over can then reconstruct this decision from the diagram or catalog page.
Does a new order from the same supplier require these checks again?
For orientation identification, start with the installation location photos. Before resuming work, confirm that the new materials actually cover the subjects previously put on hold. Enter the review results for the technical sign-off record in the removal and installation diagram or catalog page record. The person taking over can then reconstruct this decision from the technical sign-off record.
Regarding left- and right-side part identification for an Argentine order, submit the vehicle or order identifier, available materials, and questions requiring confirmation through the Starvia contact page or WhatsApp. Then use this article's table to check available vehicle sourcing and export documentation item by item. References: Argentina automotive parts and safety components declaration application page; Starvia Purchasing FAQ. This article provides order checking and handoff methods for parts supply in Argentina. It does not constitute local legal, tax, customs clearance, or technical conclusions, nor does it guarantee market access, delivery timelines, warranty coverage, selling prices, or business results. Materials checked on: 2026-09-08.