Exam 17: Bodyframe Damage Measurement

A(n) ____ is an imaginary flat surface parallel to the underbody of the vehicle at some fixed distance from the underbody.

The term reference points refer to the points, bolts, holes, and so on, used to give unibody and frame dimensions in body specification sheets.

Which of the following statements is LEAST-Likely true?

____________________ is a condition in which one area, often the cowl area, is lower than normal.

A sonic measuring system consists of all of the following EXCEPT:

Sag is present when any section or frame member of the vehicle is shorter than the factory specification.

A(n) ____ uses a movable arm to send electronic measurement data back to the computer.

____________________ is a condition in which one rail or rocker is pushed either forward or rearward of the opposite rail or rocker.

How can you detect sag damage?

_________________________ involves using specialized tools and equipment to measure the location of reference points on a vehicle.

____ is present when the front, center, or rear portion of the vehicle is pushed out of alignment by a side impact.

Tram gauges are metal rods used to check for misalignment.

Accurate damage assessment can be made at specific points on the body using a(n) ______________________________.

A center hit on a vehicle that causes a misalignment is MOST-Likely referred to as:

While having a discussion, Technician A says that the most frequent order of occurrence of damage is: side-sway, sag, mash, diamond, and twist.Technician B says that sag and side-away frequently occur almost simultaneously.Who is correct?

Rear unibody damage occurs when the vehicle is moving backward and hits something or is hit by another vehicle from behind.

____ is present when any section or frame member of the car is shorter than factory specifications.

While having a discussion, Technician A says that sag damage usually occurs when the vehicle is struck off-center.Technician B says that diamond damage usually occurs when the vehicle is struck off-center.Who is correct?

What symptoms should you look for when visually trying to determine the extent of impact damage?