ASE B6 Test - Damage Analysis & Estimating Questions and Answers

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 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. 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 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 a problem with a vehicle warranty are: repaired wiring harness, wire splicing, etc. A hybrid vehicles electric traction motors operate on... - ANSWER-650 volts. While some components may run on 12 volts, some Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries contain as much as 650 volts TTY (torque to yield) refers to... - ANSWER-The strength of a fastener, its allowable reuse and the fact that a fastener deforms upon application of torque. It is a one time use fastener that is used on critical applications. When it is torqued, the threads deform. locking it in to place. UPCR stands for... - ANSWER-Uniform Procedures for Collision Repair (by I-CAR). To be considered "damaged", its _____ and _________ must be unequal with that before the accident in terms of the way something looks and operates. - ANSWER-form and function. Another term often used to describe "damage" is____________. - ANSWER-Nonconformity. When checking beneath a vehicle, you divide the under-body into three parts. What are those parts? - ANSWER-Front, middle/center and rear. The centerline of a vehicle is.... - ANSWER-an imaginary plane that divides the vehicle in half from front to rear. When inspection a vehicle, the surface you are inspection it on should be ______, ____, and free of ________. - ANSWER-Level, dry and free of debris. (level will help determine structural damage, dry for leaks, etc). Generally, these two types of vehicles are NOT great candidates for repairable vehicles: - ANSWER-Flood vehicles and vehicles that have had fires. Also, vehicles that have had major driveline damage (engine or transmission crushed).