Deactivating restraint systems requires how long a waiting period before repairs can proceed?
A. 60 seconds
B. 30 minutes
C. 3 hours
D. time listed in repair manual
(Ans- D. time listed in repair manual
30 minut
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Deactivating restraint systems requires how long a waiting period before repairs can proceed?
A. 60 seconds
B. 30 minutes
C. 3 hours
D. time listed in repair manual
(Ans- D. time listed in repair manual
30 minutes is the average time, but this may vary so always consult the service manual.
Technician A says that while salvage airbags can be used, new OEM parts are preferred. Technician B says that salvage parts must never be used in the airbag system. Who is right? A, B, Both or Neither
(Ans- Technician B only
Salvage parts should never be used to repair an airbag system.
Technician A says that all seat belts must be replaced after an accident. Technician B says some manufacturers require that belts be replaced if they were used in an accident. Who is right? A, B, Both or Neither
(Ans- Technician B only
Many manufacturers now require seat belts be replaced if they were in use during a collision.
A front wheel drive vehicle was damaged in a collision, the right front wheel taking most of the impact. The estimate lists the replacement of the tire, wheel, steering knuckle and subframe. Technician A says the outer CV-joint should not be replaced because of the boot is not ripped. Technician B says the condition of the boot is not an indication of damage to the CV-joint. Who is right? A, B, Both, or Neither
(Ans- Technician B only
While a torn boot would indicate possible damage due to lack of lubrication of a CV-joint, it does not necessarily mean the joint is damaged by way of impact. The criteria for replacing a CV-joint would include obvious physical damage, such as broken parts, introduction of foreign matter into the joint itself, damage to the splines and excessive runout.
Technician A says the half shafts must be replaced if there is noticeable runout. Technician B says they can be straightened on the frame machine. Who is right? A, B, Both, or Neither
(Ans- Technician A only
While half shafts can be straightened with special equipment, this work is not done in collision shops.
Involved in a front end collision, a late model unibody sedan sustained structural damage. No suspension damage was noted. The repair estimate noted a repair to these structural members. Technician A says a suspension alignment should be done. Technician B says the damage did not affect the steering suspension, and would not require a wheel alignment check. Who is right? A, B, Both, or Neither
(Ans- Technician A only
Any structural damage to a vehicle of unibody construction would indicate the need for a suspension alignment check. As suspension members mount to the unibody structure, any dimensional should be followed by checking the alignment, This also serves as a quality control for the structural repairs.
Tires are worn on the outside of the tread , and have a feathered feel. What is the MOST likely condition?
A. too much negative camber
B. too much positive caster
C. too much fast driving
D. too much toe-in
(Ans- D. too much toe-in
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