CBLM- Automotive
CBLM- Automotive
Sector:
Automotive Sector
Qualification:
Automotive Body Repair and Paint Work NC II
Unit of Competency:
Perform Automotive Body Repair and Paint Work
Module Title:
Carry-out Basic Panel Repairs
Module Description: This module covers the skills, Knowledge, and attitudes required
to perform basic repairs on vehicle panels. It includes dent removal, use of body filler,
sanding, and surface preparation using basic tools and techniques, ensuring restored
panels are ready for refinishing.
Resources:
Laptop
WiFi/Data
Learning Materials
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Replacement panels
Acetylene Torch’s
Safety gloves
Angle Grinder
Rivet gu
AC welder
Welding rods
Tack hammer
Electric Drill
Various grit sandpapers for each sander (rang from 36 to 1600 grit)
Tack cloth
Putty Knife
Step 2: Preparation
1. Before doing any work make sure all materials and tools are gathered
and organized.
2. Have a clean and well-lit workspace.
3. Be sure to be wearing protective clothing when necessary. (Work gloves,
steel toe boots, long sleeve shirt, pants).
4. Read through instructions prior to doing the work, will make work easier
and more understandable.
2. Trace the outline of this piece onto the car. Grab your Chalk/Sharpie and make a line
on the body of where you want to cut. (The area inside the cut will be removed and
replaced). Note: - If the damage is possible to repair by beat with dolly and hammer not
need to cut to replace the damaged parts
1. Open the acetylene tank valve ¼ turn. (Keep between 5-8 psi)
2. Open the oxygen tank valve all the way. (Keep between 25- 40 psi)
3. Open the acetylene valve on the torch until you can hear gas escaping.
4. Place the striker in front of the torch and lite.
5. Open the oxygen valve on the torch until the acquired flame is reached.
6. Cut out the selected area on the car.
7. After the area is cut out, using the angle grinder remove any access paint from the
area you are working on, this clean metal surface will allow welding to occur later on.
Using an Angle Grinder (wear hand and eye protection)
1. The replacement piece should be the same size as the piece you just cut out.
2. When adding the new piece, make sure it is flush with the original body.
1. With the new panels now in place, it’s time to permanently join them to the car.
2. First start with the first of the two replacement panels, the one located closer to the
front of the car.
3. Position this piece precisely where you want it, trying to match the original position of
the old piece on the car.
4. When you are satisfied with the position of the panel, use a few pairs of vice grips
and lock the new panel in place.
5. After the piece is in place be certain to check that everything is lined up correctly;
making sure all body lines and mouldings are correct.
6. Now it is time to permanently attach the replacement panel. This can be
accomplished using an Ox-Acetylene or Arc welder, Drill, Drill bits, Rivet gun, and
Rivets.
1. Before beginning welding make sure you are wearing the proper protective clothes
for welding, Pants, long sleeves, welding gloves, and eye/face protection.
2. Go ahead and make your welds along that top edge, making sure to control speed,
spacing, and movement.
3. After completing your welds, go ahead and grind the welds down with your angle
grinder; this should make the welds flush with the body.
Step 8: Riveting
1. Now it’s time to rivet the remaining edges of the new panels to the car.
2. For this you will need your Drill, Drill bits, Rivet gun, and rivets.
3. Rivets will be spaced 2” away from each other.
4. They will run along the bottom edge of the replacement panel, and in the inner wheel
well area of the panel.
5. First mark where u want the rivets to be.
6. Equip your drill with a 3/16” Drill bit.
7. Pre-drill every place you want a rivet to be at.
8. The entire replacement panel should now be completely attached to the car.
1. Open your body filler and put a golf ball-sized amount onto your clean mixing surface.
2. With your wooden mixing stick ready, open up your reactor and squeeze an inch
worth of reactor onto the body filler.
3. Mix until a uniform colour is reached. At this point, you have about 3-5 minutes with
the material before it’s no good to use.
4. Apply with your Plastic applicator evenly over the welds on the panel.
1. Now with a good buildup of material on the car, it’s time to sand it down to make it
fully blend in.
2. Go ahead and grab a various amount of sandpapers, ranging from 36 to 1600 grit.
3. Also it might be necessary to use sanders, block and hand sanders. For this
particular job, the sanding will be done in that order.
4. While using the bar air sanders apply a horizontal force pushing the sander into the
car. Move the sander in mini X motions while doing the sanding.
5. Repeat this step using higher grit sandpaper.
6. After each pass with higher grit sandpapers the surface should be getting smoother
and smoother.
CONTENTS
Identify types of panel damage and determine repair method
Use tools and equipment for basic panel repair
Perform dent removal using basic techniques
Apply and shape body filler
Sand and finish repaired areas
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
METHODOLOGY
Demonstration
Hands-on workshop activities
Individual practice
Group discussion
Trainer-led instruction
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Demonstration of practical tasks
Observation Checklist
Oral questioning
Written test (where applicable)
Portfolio of completed work
SESSION PLAN
Learning Objectives
Introduction
This module teaches trainees how to repair small dents and damage on vehicle
panels. Trainees will learn how to use basic tools, remove dents, apply body filler,
and prepare the surface for painting.
Total: 4 hours
A. Basic Competencies
B. Common Competencies
C. Core Competencies
A. Body Construction
Bodies: Passenger cars and truck bodies differ a great deal in construction because of
the different purposes for which they are intended. However, each has an inner and
outer construction. The outer construction is considered that portion of a panel or panels
which is visible from the outside of the vehicle. Included in the inner construction are all
braces, brackets, panels, etc. that are used to strengthen the vehicle body. A general
assumption is that inner construction cannot be seen from the outside of the vehicle.
Body Construction:
The main body components are shown in Figure 1.6. Cowl or dash panel assemblies for
the front end of the body are usually formed by assembling several smaller panels.
These are the cowl upper panel and the cowl side panels that are joined by welds into
one solid unit. The cowl extends upward around the entire windshield opening with the
upper edge of the cowl panel forming the front edge of the roof panel. Windshield pillars
are part of the cowl panel.
I. Roof Panel Assembly. The roof panel is one of the largest body panels, but it is also
one of the simplest in construction. Usually, the roof is a one-piece steel construction
II. Floor Pan Assembly: The floor pan(refers to a floor-related component) is composed
of several smaller panels that are welded together or secured to one another by bolts to
form one single unit, as shown in Figure 1. 7. Most floor plans are irregularly shaped.
They are indented or formed into bends to give strength to the entire floor structure.
III. Rear Quarter Panel. The rear quarter panel is an integral part of the fender. The rear
quarter panel
I Uni-body construction welds major body panels together to form the frame for
attaching the engine,
drivetrain, suspension, and other parts. This type of construction is commonly used on
cars. Uni-body
construction uses body parts welded and bolted together uses lighter; thinner, high-
strength steel
alloys Body shell is formed by welding sheet metal into a box- or egg-like configuration.
li . Body-over-frame construction, a thick gauge steel frame provides the foundation for
holding other parts. This type of construction is commonly used on large trucks and
SUVs. Body-over-frame vehicles have separate body and chassis parts bolted to the
frame vehicle is heavier – high amounts of energy are absorbed by the frame in a
collision Figure 1. 9. Two very different methods used to construct modern vehicles:
1) Fender
2) Rocker panel
3) Roof side rail with centre body pillar
4) Roof panel
5) Quarter panel
6) Tail lamp holder
7) Front bumper sheet
8) Deflector
9) Hood panel
10) Driver door assembly
11) Left rear Door assembly
12) Back door panel (Trunk or Deck Lid)
13) Rear Bumper
Instructions: Choose the correct answer or write your response in the space provided.
2. What type of panel damage usually forms a long, sharp line on the surface?
3. True or False: Rust damage can be ignored if the vehicle is not driven often.
Instructions: Match the tool with its correct function. Write the letter of the correct
answer.
Tools:
A. Hammer and Dolly
B. Suction Puller
C. Sanding Block
D. Body Filler
E. PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
ANSWER KEY!
Answer:
1. b. Ding
2. Crease
3. False
4. b. Large crease
5. To determine the right repair method, avoid wasting time and materials, and
ensure safety and quality in the repair
ANSWER KEY!
Answer:
1. D
2. B
3. C
4. E
5. A
OBJECTIVES:
To apply body filler to a prepared panel surface and sand it to match the panel contour
JOB SHEET 01
OBJECTIVE:
To safely and effectively remove a small dent from a vehicle panel using a hammer
and dolly.
Trainer Comments: