Paintless Dent Repair Guide 4

Question 1

What is the purpose of a PDR 'blending hammer' or tap-down tool?

Accepted Answer

To finely level high spots without marring paint

Answer

Tap-down tools redistribute small high spots smoothly without damaging the finish.

Question 2

Why is access behind a panel a key consideration before starting PDR?

Accepted Answer

It determines whether rod pushing or glue pulling is used

Answer

If there's no rear access, the technician must rely on glue pulling instead of rods.

Question 3

What can happen if a technician pushes a dent too aggressively?

Accepted Answer

A high spot or oil-canning effect is created

Answer

Overpushing creates high spots or unstable 'oil-canning' that must then be corrected.

Question 4

Which vehicle panel material can make PDR more challenging due to its memory and stiffness?

Accepted Answer

Aluminum

Answer

Aluminum has less memory and is stiffer, requiring more skill and often heat to repair.

Question 5

What is the typical first step before performing any PDR work?

Accepted Answer

Cleaning the area and assessing the dent with proper lighting

Answer

Cleaning and assessing the dent under good light lets the technician plan the repair.

Paintless Dent Repair Practice Test