ASE B6 Test - Damage Analysis &
Estimating
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.
Estimating
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.
