Are you asking the right questions Are you overthinking the problem. At the body shop level most problems are very different than the seemingly similar problems in ADAS service. The difference might be that the car in the Bodyshop had something pulled, twisted, stretched or ripped.
Experienced techs have stories and examples that shows even they can spend hours to find a repair that takes minutes
Because things happen you gain knowledge but with the boss nipping at you buttocks you might want to describe your problem. If I or any other techs can help we will give you a leg up.