What are the key indications of a non-repairable vehicle?
It has been submerged in water that reached the bottom of the vehicles dash panel It has been burned or damaged by heat in 2 or more compartments, or burned or damaged by heat to the extent that high-strength steel components are affected; In the case of a full frame motor vehicle, the damage would require replacement of both the cab and the frame In the case of a uni-body motor vehicle, the vehicle is affected by one or more of the following: o Collision or other damage to the passenger compartment floor, cowl or A-pillar; o Collision or other damage to the rocker panel and B-pillar extending to the floor, or o An opening anywhere in the uni-body Does a journeyman technician possess the right to impound a vehicle they considers to be unsafe for highway use? No, a journeyman service technician cannot remove an unsafe vehicle from the road. This responsibility lies solely with a peace officer under Section 66 of the Traffic Safety Act. As a certified technician you are obligated to advi
