Automotive Tools

A new Technician is required to supply his own personal tool kit.

You would be required to supply the basic tools required to complete your job description. Your employer would supply major tools such as Jacks, Hoists, and power tools or machines

The cost of a tool kit can be quite substantial.

It is important tools are kept organized and secure It is important tools are kept organized and secure. Therefore some type of tool chest must be bought.

YOU SHOULD CONSIDER PURCHASING INSURANCE FOR TOOLS, IN THE EVENT OF FIRE, THEFT, or OTHER DISASTERS.

Basic Tools The most common screwdrivers used in the automotive trade: Standard/slotted Phillips Torx

Standard tip screwdriver

Phillips

Torx

There are many different types and styles of wrenches: Open end wrenches Box end wrenches Combination wrenches Flare nut wrenches Stubby wrenches Ratcheting wrenches Allen wrenches Adjustable wrenches Socket wrenches

Open End Wrench

Box End Wrench

Combination Wrench

Flare nut Wrenches

Stubby Wrenches

Ratcheting wrenches

Wrenches are available in Metric Sizes and 6 or 12 point. A six point wrench has more contact with the fastener so is less likely to cause damage.

Adjustable Wrench

Socket Wrenches

Sockets are driven by a square drive which fits into a matching recess on the rear of the socket. This is s drive usually attached to a ratchet, but can be at the end of a straight bar or speed wrench Sockets are categorized by the size of the drive. For automotive use these sizes are usually ¼”, 3/8” ½”,and ¾”

Like wrenches, sockets come in both 6 and 12 point. They also come in both shallow and deep profiles.

There are many other tools and accessories which are driven by ratchets: Extensions Universal joints Wobble extensions Drive adapters (step up or step down) Screwdriver bits Allen key bits Crows foot sockets And many many more

Pliers Slip Joint

Needle Nose Pliers

Side Cutters

Vise Grips

Hacksaw

Ball Peen Hammer

Punches and Chisels