Guide Flashcards
7 cards from real Paintless Dent Repair practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
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What is the purpose of a PDR 'blending hammer' or tap-down tool?
Answer: To finely level high spots without marring paint
Tap-down tools redistribute small high spots smoothly without damaging the finish.
Why is access behind a panel a key consideration before starting PDR?
Answer: It determines whether rod pushing or glue pulling is used
If there's no rear access, the technician must rely on glue pulling instead of rods.
What can happen if a technician pushes a dent too aggressively?
Answer: A high spot or oil-canning effect is created
Overpushing creates high spots or unstable 'oil-canning' that must then be corrected.
Which vehicle panel material can make PDR more challenging due to its memory and stiffness?
Answer: Aluminum
Aluminum has less memory and is stiffer, requiring more skill and often heat to repair.
What is the typical first step before performing any PDR work?
Answer: Cleaning the area and assessing the dent with proper lighting
Cleaning and assessing the dent under good light lets the technician plan the repair.
Why is PDR considered an environmentally friendly repair method?
Answer: It uses no paint, solvents, or fillers
Because PDR avoids paints, fillers, and chemicals, it produces far less hazardous waste.
What does a 'pdr glue tab' attach to during a glue pull?
Answer: The outer painted surface over the dent
Glue tabs bond to the outer surface so the dent can be pulled outward.