NOCTI Auto Body Practice Test

Adjustable stops establish a repeatable reference axis for positioning panels, so their centers line up along a defined center line on the fixture. This ensures symmetry and consistent fit across joints, especially along the vehicle’s longitudinal axis. The stops aren’t primarily about how wide the gap between panels is, how high a panel sits, or how the edges line up; those aspects are controlled by other setup tools. By locking each panel’s center to the same center line, overall alignment remains accurate and predictable.