Nissan Armada 2025-2026 Service and Repair Manual: Light Stand

Over the years the light system has evolved from a single neon to multi lines and then to the reflector type light.

Most professionals use a large light because of its many advantages.

Light Position: 3 Points

There are several aspects to consider in setting up the light. This is the main problem area for beginners. It looks easy but it is not. We are looking at three aspects in the setting up, which are crucial to the success of a proper repair.

1. Distance (Angle)

   Beginners often place the light too close.

   There is no precise distance for the positioning. In a repair the light should always be positioned in two distances. First close, to see the tool a little better and also to be able to see into the dent. Although if the dent is to deep or big the center of the damage can’t be seen in the light reflection.

   • Normal distance: First position

     

     1	:Light source
     2	:Light
     3	:Surface

   • Finishing distance: Second position for the finish

     In the finishing stages of the repair the light should be moved to the distance, as this will show the minor imperfections and the general area much better.

     

     1	:Light source
     2	:Light
     3	:Surface

     

     1	:Normal or start position
     2	:Finishing position

2. Light Position Parallel

   Always make sure the light (1) is parallel to the surface (2) which you are repairing.

   • Top or flat surface

     

   • Side or curved surface

     

     1	:Light source on a curved surface
     2	:Light source on a side surface
     3	:Surface

   It is ideal if the light system being used is easily adjustable to be able to match the contour of the car body.

   Consider which way the metal is bent.

   If the panel or area is flat it doesn’t matter from which direction the dent is repaired.

   

   But if the panel (1) or area is bent it is important to work perpendicular to the bend. The reason for this is that from the front, the dent (2) can’t be seen well with its full size.

   

   3	:Light source

3. Light Position Crisscross

   It is always important to work the dent (1) from two angles (A and B). This is mainly the case for top panels like the hood, roof and trunk. The reason for this is that the dent can’t be seen completely from one side. Therefore you first work from one side. This is normally done with a light position with a normal angle (A) and you fix the dent up to 80%. Then you change to angle (B), ideally 90°, and finish the dent from the other side keeping the light at a distance.

   

© 2014-2026 Copyright www.niarmada.com

 
0.0053