Collision D Vocabulary

What is the purpose of D-pillars in a vehicle?

• To support the roof

• To connect the front and rear wheels

• To hold the steering wheel

• To control the engine

Where is the D-ring located in a vehicle?

• On the roof of the car

• On the hood of the car

• On the steering wheel

• On the B-pillar or the door surround panel

What is the function of a dash lamp in a vehicle?

• To display diagnostic trouble codes

• To indicate the fuel level

• To control the air conditioning system

• To illuminate the interior of the car

What is delamination in the context of automotive engineering?

• The process of painting a car

• The failure of the bond between layers

• The alignment of the wheels

• The installation of a new windshield

What is a destructive test in welding?

• Measuring the voltage of the electronic systems

• Testing the durability of the paint

• Checking for microscopic cracks

• Applying mechanical force to the joint until it fails

What is dogtracking in the context of vehicle movement?

• A method of testing electronic systems

• A type of paint defect

• A type of steering wheel

• A condition caused by excessive thrust angle

What is the function of a drag link in a steering system?

• Measuring the voltage of the electronic systems

• Supporting the roof of the car

• Controlling the air conditioning system

• Connecting the pitman arm to the steering arm

What does it mean to dress a weld?

• Applying adhesive to a glass assembly

• Applying a colored fluid to check for cracks

• Grinding or sanding a weld bead to reduce the height

• Connecting the pitman arm to the steering arm

What is the appearance of dry spray in a paint defect?

• A glossy finish

• A matte finish

• A metallic sheen

• A dull, overspray appearance

What does it mean to dry-set a glass assembly?

• To trial fit the glass assembly before applying adhesive

• To clean the glass assembly

• To apply adhesive to the glass assembly

• To remove the glass assembly from the vehicle