ASE B6 TEST - DAMAGE ANALYSIS &
ESTIMATING QUESTIONS WITH 100%
CORRECT ANSWERS { GRADED A+}
What is the difference between a unitized frame and a uni-body? - ✔✔There is no
difference. In a uni-body or unitized vehicle, the frame and body are incorporated
into a single welded structure.
Should exhaust damaged systems be welded and repaired, or replaced all together?
- ✔✔Replaced. Exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon monoxide and leaks
could create dangerous conditions for passengers.
The "Inside Out" sequence refers to... - ✔✔Calculating Labor times
SAI refers to... - ✔✔An angle in the suspension system - the steering axis
inclination. This can be measured using wheel alignment equipment. Incorrect SAI
contributes to poor handling.
,Using a tram gauge an appraiser can easily detect a ________ condition. -
✔✔"Sway". With a tram gauge, it is easy to take linear measurements, such as
point-to-point measurements across the front cage of a car.
Appraiser A says all brake fluid should be drained and replaced when replacing a
caliper on the left front of a six-month old car. Appraiser B saya all that is required
is refilling the brake fluid and bleeding the system. Who is right? A, B, Both A &
B, Neither A or B? - ✔✔Appraiser B only. Although brake fluid does become
contaminated with moisture over time, this is not likely on a 6 month old car.
Clean up time in reference to salvage parts means to.... - ✔✔Remove the oil and
grease from the parts. The painting is a separate billable expense.
Appraiser A says storage charges are calculated per day at the prevailing market
rate. Appraiser B says they are calculated at the shop's posted rate. Who is right?
A, B, A & B, neither A or B? - ✔✔Appraiser B only. The shop in possession of
the vehicle can charge whatever they want, although most insurance companies
will only pay for charges that correspond to reasonable market prices.
Appraiser A Says the factory E-coat corrosion protection must be replaced anytime
it is damaged in a collision. Appraiser B says the E-coat must be restored to a level
equivalent to that created at the factory. Who is right? A, B, A & B, neither A or
, B? - ✔✔Both A & B. The factory E-coat must always be replaced when damaged
and it must be done to a level equivalent with the factory work.
"Set up and measure" refers to what? - ✔✔The dollar allowance for the time a
technician needs to mount a vehicle on a repair system to measure length, width
from center-line and height from the datum plane.
What are air conditioning components generally classified as? - ✔✔Mechanical
items. Mechanical operations are generally those bolted items inward of the
radiator.
Would an alternator be classified as a "betterment" item? - ✔✔No. Betterment
applies to normal wear & tear items that a vehicle owner should expect to replace
in the life of a vehicle. Example: Battery, shocks, brake linings, tires, etc.
Would aftermarket paint sealant cause a problem with a vehicle warranty? -
✔✔No. Example of things that could cause a problem with a vehicle warranty
are: repaired wiring harness, wire splicing, etc.
A hybrid vehicles electric traction motors operate on... - ✔✔650 volts. While
some components may run on 12 volts, some Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH)
batteries contain as much as 650 volts
ESTIMATING QUESTIONS WITH 100%
CORRECT ANSWERS { GRADED A+}
What is the difference between a unitized frame and a uni-body? - ✔✔There is no
difference. In a uni-body or unitized vehicle, the frame and body are incorporated
into a single welded structure.
Should exhaust damaged systems be welded and repaired, or replaced all together?
- ✔✔Replaced. Exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon monoxide and leaks
could create dangerous conditions for passengers.
The "Inside Out" sequence refers to... - ✔✔Calculating Labor times
SAI refers to... - ✔✔An angle in the suspension system - the steering axis
inclination. This can be measured using wheel alignment equipment. Incorrect SAI
contributes to poor handling.
,Using a tram gauge an appraiser can easily detect a ________ condition. -
✔✔"Sway". With a tram gauge, it is easy to take linear measurements, such as
point-to-point measurements across the front cage of a car.
Appraiser A says all brake fluid should be drained and replaced when replacing a
caliper on the left front of a six-month old car. Appraiser B saya all that is required
is refilling the brake fluid and bleeding the system. Who is right? A, B, Both A &
B, Neither A or B? - ✔✔Appraiser B only. Although brake fluid does become
contaminated with moisture over time, this is not likely on a 6 month old car.
Clean up time in reference to salvage parts means to.... - ✔✔Remove the oil and
grease from the parts. The painting is a separate billable expense.
Appraiser A says storage charges are calculated per day at the prevailing market
rate. Appraiser B says they are calculated at the shop's posted rate. Who is right?
A, B, A & B, neither A or B? - ✔✔Appraiser B only. The shop in possession of
the vehicle can charge whatever they want, although most insurance companies
will only pay for charges that correspond to reasonable market prices.
Appraiser A Says the factory E-coat corrosion protection must be replaced anytime
it is damaged in a collision. Appraiser B says the E-coat must be restored to a level
equivalent to that created at the factory. Who is right? A, B, A & B, neither A or
, B? - ✔✔Both A & B. The factory E-coat must always be replaced when damaged
and it must be done to a level equivalent with the factory work.
"Set up and measure" refers to what? - ✔✔The dollar allowance for the time a
technician needs to mount a vehicle on a repair system to measure length, width
from center-line and height from the datum plane.
What are air conditioning components generally classified as? - ✔✔Mechanical
items. Mechanical operations are generally those bolted items inward of the
radiator.
Would an alternator be classified as a "betterment" item? - ✔✔No. Betterment
applies to normal wear & tear items that a vehicle owner should expect to replace
in the life of a vehicle. Example: Battery, shocks, brake linings, tires, etc.
Would aftermarket paint sealant cause a problem with a vehicle warranty? -
✔✔No. Example of things that could cause a problem with a vehicle warranty
are: repaired wiring harness, wire splicing, etc.
A hybrid vehicles electric traction motors operate on... - ✔✔650 volts. While
some components may run on 12 volts, some Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH)
batteries contain as much as 650 volts
