CAR Parts Recycling & Reuse 3

Question 1

A recycler receives a late-model vehicle with an intact lithium-ion hybrid battery. What is the primary concern during storage?

Accepted Answer

Thermal runaway risk requiring fire-resistant storage

Answer

Lithium-ion batteries can experience thermal runaway, generating intense heat and fire, so they must be stored in fire-resistant areas away from combustibles.

Question 2

Which document provides legal authority to purchase and dismantle a salvage vehicle and protects the recycler from receiving stolen property?

Accepted Answer

Certificate of title or salvage title

Answer

A certificate of title or salvage title establishes legal ownership and protects the recycler by proving the vehicle was obtained lawfully.

Question 3

When testing a used transmission before listing it for sale, which method provides the most reliable assessment of internal condition?

Accepted Answer

Hot test on a running vehicle or transmission dyno

Answer

Hot testing on a running vehicle or a transmission dyno verifies actual shift performance and confirms the unit functions correctly under load.

Question 4

Which federal law requires automotive recyclers to properly manage and report the release of hazardous substances above reportable quantities?

Accepted Answer

CERCLA (Superfund)

Answer

CERCLA (Superfund) requires reporting releases of hazardous substances above reportable quantities and can impose cleanup liability on recyclers.

Question 5

A customer requests a 'LKQ' part. What does LKQ stand for and what condition does it indicate?

Accepted Answer

Like Kind and Quality — a used part matching OEM specifications

Answer

LKQ stands for Like Kind and Quality, meaning the used part is equivalent in condition and specification to the original part on the vehicle.

(CAR) Certified Automotive Recycler Practice Test

(CAR) Certified Automotive Recycler Practice Test

CAR Parts Recycling & Reuse 3