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ASE B6 EXAM: DAMAGE ANALYSIS AND ESTIMATING
ACTUAL PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
CORRECT ANSWERS
100% PASS
What is it called when a part folds onto itself like an accordion? -
ANSWER Convolution. A convoluted structural component should be
replaced.
What three things should be considered in any repair? - ANSWER Safety,
retained value and the vehicle owners best interest.
When inspecting a vehicle, should your inspection be localized into one
specific area? - ANSWER No, kinetic energy has a tendency to travel
through a vehicle and cause damages elsewhere.
What are some measuring tools used to identify structural damage? -
ANSWER computerized measuring systems, universal three-dimensional
measuring systems, laser systems and the tram gauge.
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What are the three spatial planes when measuring a vehicles
dimensions? - ANSWER Height from datum, width from centerline and
length.
This occurs when the front cage of a uni-body is distorted from its
former symmetrical configuration to that of a parallelogram. - ANSWER A
sway condition.
R&R - ANSWER Remove and Replace
R&I - ANSWER Remove and reinstall
What's a simple field test to determine if the vehicle has a clearcoat? -
ANSWER Take a piece of fine grit sandpaper and scuff the top coat. If the
material on the sandpaper appears white, as opposed to a darker base-
coat color, there is a clear-coat on the finish. (this test is not useful when
testing white or light colored vehicles).
BC/CC stands for... - ANSWER Base coat/ Clear coat
What does a Tri-coat finish consist of? - ANSWER Color coat, a pearl or
mica coat and a clear coat.
Wiring harnesses are the vehicles... - ANSWER Nervous system.
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When welding on a vehicle, it is standard practice to first.... - ANSWER
Disconnect the negative cable from the battery to prevent back feed of
the weld current and potential damage.
When replacing air bag modules, they should be... - ANSWER New,
factory units.
Most air bag systems consist of... - ANSWER air bag module, the clock
spring or coil, diagnostic control module, impact sensors, dash indicator
light and knee bolster.
The SRS wiring harness is usually replaced, but some manufacturers are
now allowing it to be repaired. True or false. - ANSWER True.
Other than crashing the car, is there another test or way of knowing the
airbag will deploy when in an accident? - ANSWER Nope.
ETRs stands for.... - ANSWER Emergency Tensioning Retractors (seatbelt
tensioners)
An example of a one time, single use component is... - ANSWER airbag
What must always appear on your estimate documents, because it is a
primary measure of the vehicles use and value? - ANSWER Mileage.
SPECIALISTS EXAM
ASE B6 EXAM: DAMAGE ANALYSIS AND ESTIMATING
ACTUAL PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
CORRECT ANSWERS
100% PASS
What is it called when a part folds onto itself like an accordion? -
ANSWER Convolution. A convoluted structural component should be
replaced.
What three things should be considered in any repair? - ANSWER Safety,
retained value and the vehicle owners best interest.
When inspecting a vehicle, should your inspection be localized into one
specific area? - ANSWER No, kinetic energy has a tendency to travel
through a vehicle and cause damages elsewhere.
What are some measuring tools used to identify structural damage? -
ANSWER computerized measuring systems, universal three-dimensional
measuring systems, laser systems and the tram gauge.
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What are the three spatial planes when measuring a vehicles
dimensions? - ANSWER Height from datum, width from centerline and
length.
This occurs when the front cage of a uni-body is distorted from its
former symmetrical configuration to that of a parallelogram. - ANSWER A
sway condition.
R&R - ANSWER Remove and Replace
R&I - ANSWER Remove and reinstall
What's a simple field test to determine if the vehicle has a clearcoat? -
ANSWER Take a piece of fine grit sandpaper and scuff the top coat. If the
material on the sandpaper appears white, as opposed to a darker base-
coat color, there is a clear-coat on the finish. (this test is not useful when
testing white or light colored vehicles).
BC/CC stands for... - ANSWER Base coat/ Clear coat
What does a Tri-coat finish consist of? - ANSWER Color coat, a pearl or
mica coat and a clear coat.
Wiring harnesses are the vehicles... - ANSWER Nervous system.
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When welding on a vehicle, it is standard practice to first.... - ANSWER
Disconnect the negative cable from the battery to prevent back feed of
the weld current and potential damage.
When replacing air bag modules, they should be... - ANSWER New,
factory units.
Most air bag systems consist of... - ANSWER air bag module, the clock
spring or coil, diagnostic control module, impact sensors, dash indicator
light and knee bolster.
The SRS wiring harness is usually replaced, but some manufacturers are
now allowing it to be repaired. True or false. - ANSWER True.
Other than crashing the car, is there another test or way of knowing the
airbag will deploy when in an accident? - ANSWER Nope.
ETRs stands for.... - ANSWER Emergency Tensioning Retractors (seatbelt
tensioners)
An example of a one time, single use component is... - ANSWER airbag
What must always appear on your estimate documents, because it is a
primary measure of the vehicles use and value? - ANSWER Mileage.
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