Question 1

The drive mecanism of the window regulator may be a manually operated crank or an electric motor.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 2

Technician A says one time use fasteners can be saved and used for other applications. Technician B says when installing and adjusting composite panels a specific torque amount and tightening sequence may be required. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Technician B is correct. One time use fasteners should not be saved and reused, as their integrity cannot be guaranteed after the first use. When installing composite panels, a specific torque amount and tightening sequence may be required to ensure proper fit and prevent damage to the panels.

Question 3

Technician A says that when installing an entire front clip the hood should be installed first as everything must fit around it. Technician B says that when tightening fender bolts, one must exercise extreme caution to avoid applying an excessive amount of force and thus damaging the edge of the crown on the fender. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Both technicians are correct. The hood is usually the largest piece of the front clip and should be installed first so that everything else can be fit around it. When tightening fender bolts, it is essential to avoid applying too much force and damaging the crown's edge on the fender or causing misalignment.

Question 4

Technician A says that many parts such as antenna side marker and hood cushions must be transferred from the old damaged fender to the replacement one. Technician B says that an egg crate design, a high density foam and a collapsible mechanical piston are all designs used for energy absorbers. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Technician A is correct because certain parts like the antenna, side marker, and hood cushions are not included with the replacement fender and need to be transferred from the old one. Technician B is also correct because those are all design features used for energy absorbers.

Question 5

A hole or opening in the lower front bumper or grill designed to funnel or direct air over the radiator is an ____________________ dam.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A hole or opening in the lower...

Question 6

A visible shaking and vibration of the entire hood when driving the vehicle caused by the latch and the adjusting bumpers not being properly adjusted puts the panel under tension and allows it to move, or ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A visible shaking and vibration of the...

Question 7

A term commonly used synonymously with the front bumper, the ____________________ is the steel bar that is either chrome plated or painted on the front bumper assembly.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A term commonly used synonymously with the...

Question 8

A door skin is the outside layer or outer skin of a door panel.

Accepted Answer

A door skin is indeed the outside layer or outer skin of a door panel.

Question 9

A chrome or painted trim piece that surrounds the headlights to cover is a ____________________ or headlight cover.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A chrome or painted trim piece that...

Question 10

The hood latch should be the first item to attach when adjusting the hood.

Accepted Answer

When adjusting the hood, the hood latch should not be the first item to attach; instead, alignment should start with the hinges to ensure proper fit and operation before finalizing the position with the latch.

Question 11

A striker, sometimes called the striker pin or plate, is a device that engages the latch or lock to hold the door, hood, or deck lid in a closed position.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. A striker is a device that engages the latch or lock to hold the door, hood, or deck lid in a closed position.

Question 12

Technician A says that tempered glass is used on nearly all side windows of a car. Technician B says that tempered glass is used for the windshield. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Technician A says that tempered glass is...

Question 13

The part of the vehicle to which the front door hinges are attached is called the ____________________ pillar.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The part of the vehicle to which...

Question 14

Technician A says that positive flushness may be required between the rear of the rear door and the quarter panel. Technician B says the rubber bumpers on top of the core support are used to eliminate the flutter on the hood. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Technician A says that positive flushness may...

Question 15

Technician A says that when replacing and adjusting a hood, one should close it slowly the first time to confirm that the adjustment is correct. Technician B says that fenders can be adjusted without the hood in place. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Technician A is correct because closing the hood slowly the first time can confirm whether the adjustment was done correctly. Technician B is incorrect because when adjusting fenders, it is important to have the hood in place to ensure proper fit and alignment.

Question 16

Technician A says that a bolted-on radiator support can be adjusted a full inch in all directions to accommodate properly aligning the panels. Technician B says that specially designed bolts are commonly used to fasten plastic and composite fenders. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Technician B is correct because specially designed bolts are indeed used to fasten plastic and composite fenders, accommodating the different expansion rates and flexibility of these materials compared to metal. Technician A's statement about adjusting a radiator support a full inch in all directions is not typically accurate, as such large adjustments would likely compromise the vehicle's structural integrity and alignment.

Question 17

Technician A says LSG is typically used for windshields and the passenger compartment rear glass. Technician B says that ambient temperature is 75 degrees F. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Technician A says LSG is typically used...

Question 18

Technician A says that vehicle information stickers do not need to be replaced after a collision. Technician B say that information stickers have part numbers so they can be replaced after collisions. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Technician A says that vehicle information stickers...

Question 19

The hinges on some vehicles are welded to both the door and the hinge pillar.

Accepted Answer

In some vehicles, the hinges are welded to both the door and the hinge pillar.

Question 20

Technician A says that some radiator supports are attached to the frame rail through enlarged holes with a large bushing or isolator to accomodate proper adjustment. Technician B says door hinges that are welded to the body and to the door are not adjustable. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Technician A is correct because radiator supports can indeed be attached through enlarged holes with bushings for adjustment. Technician B is also correct because welded door hinges are typically not adjustable.

Quiz 12: Bolted Exterior Panel Replacement