PA Appraisers License: Questions/Answers
How is a diamond condition fixed? Correct Ans - By pulling the
damage for length. Diamond is a length condition.
When measuring a unibody vehicle, it is discovered that the left front rail is
111mm from spec in width. What condition is this? Correct Ans -
Width is calculated from the center out, so a value of -111mm on the left rail
shows sway to the right and in toward centerline.
A collision damaged vehicle is discovered to be down in height at opposite end
of the center section. Correct Ans - Twist condition.
When diagnosing the damage to a full frame assembly on a sport utility
vehicle, it is determined that the left side frame rail is higher than the right
side frame rail. Technician A says the damaged state is known as a twist
condition. Technician B says a sway condition exists. Who is right? Correct
Ans - Tech A. When a frame rail's relationship to the vehicle centerline is
changed, such as pushed either to the left or right, the condition is known as
sway. "Twist" is referred as the condition of the frame when entire sections
are driven higher or lower than the opposite side.
Metal fillers contain different ingredients that provide fillers with special
properties. Correct Ans - Fiberglass offers more resistance to moisture
HSLA Correct Ans - High Strength Low Alloy
When replacing the floor pan in the trunk area, what joint should be used to
join the new pan to the existing floor? Correct Ans - An overlap joint
When acoustical foam is removed during the repair: Correct Ans - It
must be replaced with acoustical foam.
When setting up a three-dimensional measuring system, it should be setup on
an undamaged area. Correct Ans - Starting in the center section is the
correct method.
,What is the plastic Black box in rear of the car? Correct Ans - Vapor
Canister
Grinding or squeaking from wheel is a sign of what? Correct Ans - Bad
Bearings
The insurance commissioner is responsible for everything except? Correct
Ans - Endorsing an insurance company
How do you tell when a ball joint is bad? Correct Ans - Measure fixed
points from knuckle to rotor
What makes the windows go up and down? Correct Ans - Window
regulator
What panel needs to get removed is there is damage to the quarter panel?
Correct Ans - The taillight
Actuator Correct Ans - Tells something to do something
Sensor Correct Ans - Take reading and tell when something is wrong
What is Urethane Paint? Correct Ans - Better than acrylic, extremely
durable, and resists chipping; easier to apply
What makes up the body of the vehicle? Correct Ans - Anything that is
welded together
Who has the first right to salvage? Correct Ans - The insurer
What components make up a unibody? Correct Ans - Last answer,
longest answer on exam question
What needs to be on an appraisal? Correct Ans - A license number
The photo of the Buick sedan with a rear fixed axle: Correct Ans - Two
wheel alignment
,What are the two most common types of engines? Correct Ans - V and
inline
What are the two types of vehicle bodies? Correct Ans - Conventional
full frame and Unibody/Unitized construction
What does PCV stand for? Correct Ans - Positive Crankshaft
Ventilation
What zones are on a Unibody frame? Correct Ans - Crush zones
What does the PCV Valve do? Correct Ans - It is a passage for gases to
escape in a controlled manner from the crankcase
C Pillar is also known as the Correct Ans - Lock Pillar
What is the A Pillar Correct Ans - Hinge Pillar
What connects to the A Pillar? Correct Ans - The front door hinges,
windshield, cowl, and the front corner of the roof
B Pillar Correct Ans - Center Pillar
2 door car has Correct Ans - A & C Pillar
4 Door car has Correct Ans - A, B, & C Pillars
What device starts the spark plug firing sequence? Correct Ans -
Camshaft Sensor
What is a solenoid value/ starter solenoid? Correct Ans - The park of a
car which switches a large electrical current to the starter motor
What is a MacPherson Strut? Correct Ans - - Front suspension system
in newer vehicles
- Single control arm-connects to body directly
- Pros - cheap, simple, lighter
- Cons - only used on unibody vehicles; Taller, no camber gain.
- 3 of the multiple choice answers say 2 arms. Choose the option with 1 arm.
, On the picture of the flares with the truck, why don't you refinish the flares?
Correct Ans - The flares come in the color that they are made in.
If there is possible frame damage, what should you write on the estimate?
Correct Ans - Setup and measure
What is the part of the tire that contracts the rim of the wheel? Correct
Ans - Bead
How do hood assemblies come? Correct Ans - Welded together,
sometimes hinges come with it.
Where is the heater core located? Correct Ans - Under the cowl
How do you repair the tiny holes on the white car's rear bumper? Correct
Ans - Lord fuser, plastic welder
What does the photo of the BMW SUV with the independent suspension need?
Correct Ans - needs a 4 wheel alignment
What dives the floor pan strength? Correct Ans - The Inner rocker
panel
What is the EGR Valve? Correct Ans - Exhaust Gas Recirculation-
regulates the flow of exhaust gas into the intake
The voltage goes from the distributor to the cylinder by Correct Ans -
The spark plugs
If you have to remove tail light, what is removed first? Correct Ans -
The interior trim
What kind of suspension is on the Toyota pick-up truck? Correct Ans -
Leaf spring
What tool fixes tailpipe damage? Correct Ans - The tailpipe expander
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