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ASE B6 TEST – (DAMAGE ANALYSIS & ESTIMATING)
TEST LATEST 2025 COMPLETE EXAM| QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS/ ALREADY
GRADED A+
What is the difference between a unitized frame and a uni-
body? .....ANSWER..... There is no difference. In a uni-body or
unitized vehicle, the frame and body are incorporated into a
single welded structure.
Should exhaust damaged systems be welded and repaired, or
replaced all together? .....ANSWER..... Replaced. Exhaust gases
contain poisonous carbon monoxide and leaks could create
dangerous conditions for passengers.
The "Inside Out" sequence refers to... .....ANSWER..... Calculating
Labor times
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SAI refers to... .....ANSWER..... An angle in the suspension system -
the steering axis inclination. This can be measured using wheel
alignment equipment. Incorrect SAI contributes to poor handling.
Using a tram gauge an appraiser can easily detect a ________
condition. .....ANSWER..... "Sway". With a tram gauge, it is easy
to take linear measurements, such as point-to-point measurements
across the front cage of a car.
Appraiser A says all brake fluid should be drained and replaced
when replacing a caliper on the left front of a six-month old car.
Appraiser B saya all that is required is refilling the brake fluid
and bleeding the system. Who is right? A, B, Both A & B, Neither
A or B? .....ANSWER..... Appraiser B only. Although brake fluid
does become contaminated with moisture over time, this is not
likely on a 6 month old car.
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Clean up time in reference to salvage parts means to....
.....ANSWER..... Remove the oil and grease from the parts. The
painting is a separate billable expense.
Appraiser A says storage charges are calculated per day at the
prevailing market rate. Appraiser B says they are calculated at
the shop's posted rate. Who is right? A, B, A & B, neither A or B?
.....ANSWER..... Appraiser B only. The shop in possession of the
vehicle can charge whatever they want, although most insurance
companies will only pay for charges that correspond to
reasonable market prices.
Appraiser A Says the factory E-coat corrosion protection must be
replaced anytime it is damaged in a collision. Appraiser B says
the E-coat must be restored to a level equivalent to that created
at the factory. Who is right? A, B, A & B, neither A or B?
.....ANSWER..... Both A & B. The factory E-coat must always be
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replaced when damaged and it must be done to a level
equivalent with the factory work.
"Set up and measure" refers to what? .....ANSWER..... The dollar
allowance for the time a technician needs to mount a vehicle on a
repair system to measure length, width from center-line and
height from the datum plane.
What are air conditioning components generally classified as?
.....ANSWER..... Mechanical items. Mechanical operations are
generally those bolted items inward of the radiator.
Would an alternator be classified as a "betterment" item?
.....ANSWER..... No. Betterment applies to normal wear & tear
items that a vehicle owner should expect to replace in the life of
a vehicle. Example: Battery, shocks, brake linings, tires, etc.
Would aftermarket paint sealant cause a problem with a vehicle
warranty? .....ANSWER..... No. Example of things that could cause
ASE B6 TEST – (DAMAGE ANALYSIS & ESTIMATING)
TEST LATEST 2025 COMPLETE EXAM| QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS/ ALREADY
GRADED A+
What is the difference between a unitized frame and a uni-
body? .....ANSWER..... There is no difference. In a uni-body or
unitized vehicle, the frame and body are incorporated into a
single welded structure.
Should exhaust damaged systems be welded and repaired, or
replaced all together? .....ANSWER..... Replaced. Exhaust gases
contain poisonous carbon monoxide and leaks could create
dangerous conditions for passengers.
The "Inside Out" sequence refers to... .....ANSWER..... Calculating
Labor times
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SAI refers to... .....ANSWER..... An angle in the suspension system -
the steering axis inclination. This can be measured using wheel
alignment equipment. Incorrect SAI contributes to poor handling.
Using a tram gauge an appraiser can easily detect a ________
condition. .....ANSWER..... "Sway". With a tram gauge, it is easy
to take linear measurements, such as point-to-point measurements
across the front cage of a car.
Appraiser A says all brake fluid should be drained and replaced
when replacing a caliper on the left front of a six-month old car.
Appraiser B saya all that is required is refilling the brake fluid
and bleeding the system. Who is right? A, B, Both A & B, Neither
A or B? .....ANSWER..... Appraiser B only. Although brake fluid
does become contaminated with moisture over time, this is not
likely on a 6 month old car.
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Clean up time in reference to salvage parts means to....
.....ANSWER..... Remove the oil and grease from the parts. The
painting is a separate billable expense.
Appraiser A says storage charges are calculated per day at the
prevailing market rate. Appraiser B says they are calculated at
the shop's posted rate. Who is right? A, B, A & B, neither A or B?
.....ANSWER..... Appraiser B only. The shop in possession of the
vehicle can charge whatever they want, although most insurance
companies will only pay for charges that correspond to
reasonable market prices.
Appraiser A Says the factory E-coat corrosion protection must be
replaced anytime it is damaged in a collision. Appraiser B says
the E-coat must be restored to a level equivalent to that created
at the factory. Who is right? A, B, A & B, neither A or B?
.....ANSWER..... Both A & B. The factory E-coat must always be
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replaced when damaged and it must be done to a level
equivalent with the factory work.
"Set up and measure" refers to what? .....ANSWER..... The dollar
allowance for the time a technician needs to mount a vehicle on a
repair system to measure length, width from center-line and
height from the datum plane.
What are air conditioning components generally classified as?
.....ANSWER..... Mechanical items. Mechanical operations are
generally those bolted items inward of the radiator.
Would an alternator be classified as a "betterment" item?
.....ANSWER..... No. Betterment applies to normal wear & tear
items that a vehicle owner should expect to replace in the life of
a vehicle. Example: Battery, shocks, brake linings, tires, etc.
Would aftermarket paint sealant cause a problem with a vehicle
warranty? .....ANSWER..... No. Example of things that could cause
