ASE Non-Structural Analysis & Damage Repair 3

Question 1

Corrosion protection on the inside of a repaired box section is best applied using what?

Accepted Answer

Cavity wax through access holes

Answer

Cavity wax sprayed through access holes coats enclosed interior surfaces that primer cannot reach.

Question 2

Before welding near fuel or brake lines, the technician should always do what?

Accepted Answer

Remove or shield the lines and disconnect the battery

Answer

Lines must be removed or shielded and the battery disconnected to prevent fire and electrical damage.

Question 3

A pull on a unibody panel that uses multiple anchor points primarily serves to do what?

Accepted Answer

Hold the vehicle and counter the pulling force

Answer

Multiple anchors hold the vehicle securely and counteract the directional pulling forces.

Question 4

What does a body technician use to find low and high spots on a smoothed panel?

Accepted Answer

A body file or guide coat

Answer

A body file or guide coat reveals highs and lows by cutting or leaving paint in the contours.

Question 5

When replacing a bolt-on fender, corrosion protection should be applied where?

Accepted Answer

On mating surfaces and fasteners

Answer

Mating surfaces and fasteners trap moisture, so they require corrosion protection during assembly.

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