What is the repair qualifier question?

• A. Will the customer approve the repair?
• B. Does the crack need replacement?
• C. Can the crack be covered by a dollar bill?
• D. Is the windshield in good condition overall?

Answer: (C)

When deciding whether a windshield crack can be fixed rather than replaced, a quick check of repairability is used. The test asks if the crack can be covered by a dollar bill. If it fits under the bill and isn’t in a critical area, the damage is considered repairable, guiding the technician to proceed with a repair. This provides a simple, repeatable standard in the field. If the crack is longer than the bill or located in a sensitive spot, replacement is usually recommended. The other options describe steps that come after the repairability decision or relate to consent and overall condition, but they don’t determine whether a repair is possible.