Self Study Program 200113
Audi Body Construction
Audi of America, LLC
Service Training
Printed in U.S.A.
Printed 08/2011
Course Number 200113
2011 Audi of America, LLC
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Table of Contents
Introduction 1
Basics Materials . 6
Steel for Body Construction . 28
Basics Process Engineering . . 38
Corrosion Protection 58
Repair . 64
Glossary . . 72
Knowledge Assessment . 75
i
The Self Study Workbook provides introductory information regarding the
design and function of new models, automotive components or technologies.
The Self Study Workbook is not a Repair Manual Reference Note
All values given are intended as a guideline only.
Refer to the software version valid at the time of publication.
For maintenance and repair work, always refer to the current technical
literature.
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What comes to mind when you think about a A modern body needs to stay in good condition for
vehicle Normally the drivetrain, the engine, the the whole “life” of the car