What should be checked after structural repairs are completed?

• A. Vehicle measurements and alignment
• B. Color of paint
• C. Engine oil level
• D. Battery charge

Answer: (A)

After structural repairs, restoring the vehicle’s geometry to the factory specifications is the top priority. Structural work can affect unibody dimensions and alignment, so technicians verify measurements and alignment with the proper reference points and equipment. This means checking that the frame or unibody sits correctly, doors and panels align properly, and the wheel alignment angles (toe, camber, caster) are within spec. If anything isn’t within tolerance, further pulls or adjustments are needed to bring the geometry back to factory standards. Only once the measurements and alignment are verified should you proceed with road testing and the remaining tasks.

Paint color is a cosmetic concern and isn’t part of verifying structural repair quality, while engine oil level and battery charge are routine pre-drive checks not specific to validating repaired structural integrity.