Inspect, remove, label, store, and reinstall body panels and components that may interfere with or be damaged during repair.

Procedures should include

• protecting panels and parts adjacent to the repair area
• inspecting, removing, replacing, and aligning front bumpers, headers, fenders, and other exterior bolted-on panels
• bolted, bonded, and welded steel panel or panel assemblies
• hood, hood hinges, and the hood latch
• the deck lid, lid hinges, and the lid latch
• doors, tailgates, hatches, lift gates, latches, hinges, and related hardware.
• following OE manufacturer recommendations.

Process/Skill Questions:

• Why is it important to maintain a positive fender-to-door flushness?
• What is the importance of the upper and lower door-hinge adjustments?
• When working with bolt-on panels, what panel is the point of reference?