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Question 1

When a PDR dent is located directly behind an internal door brace or reinforcement, what is the best repair approach?

Accepted Answer

Use shorter, angled access rods to work around the brace

Answer

Shorter, angled rods allow technicians to navigate around internal braces and reinforcements to contact the dent without removing structural door components.

Question 2

Why is thoroughly documenting pre-existing damage critically important before beginning vehicle preparation for PDR?

Accepted Answer

To protect the technician and shop from liability for pre-existing damage

Answer

Documenting pre-existing damage before starting work protects the technician and shop from being held responsible for scratches, prior dents, or other damage that was already present.

Question 3

What does a rocker panel typically require for gaining internal PDR access?

Accepted Answer

Using existing drain holes or carefully drilling access holes to insert tools

Answer

Rocker panels are enclosed structural sections, so technicians use existing factory drain holes or carefully drill small access holes to insert PDR tools into the cavity.

Question 4

When inserting long PDR access rods through a door's window opening, what safety practice is most critical?

Accepted Answer

Covering sharp rod tips to protect the door seal and glass from scratching

Answer

Unprotected metal rod tips can scratch or puncture window seals and glass edges, so technicians use rubber tips, tape, or protective sleeves to prevent costly collateral damage.

Question 5

Which type of modern vehicle panel presents the most significant challenge for traditional PDR due to its construction material?

Accepted Answer

Aluminum panels

Answer

Aluminum work-hardens quickly when manipulated and has different elastic memory than steel, requiring specialized PDR techniques and tools to avoid cracking or permanent distortion.

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