1. EXAM 2 REVIEW Tools

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Tool Set
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Wrenches
Combination Wrench: Box and Open End
Must be able to draw open end of wrench to scale using a ruler
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Wrenches
BOX:
6 point – best to prevent rounding off bolt head
12 point – best tight space
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Wrenches
Adjustable Wrench
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Ratchets
Ratchets – ¼”, 3/8” (most common), and ½” drive. Not as strong as a breaker bar
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Sockets
Regular and deep well sockets are available.
Universal joints allow for movement.
Extensions in various lengths are also available.
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Spark Plug Socket
Rubber insert to hold and protect the spark plug.
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Impact Sockets
Use with impact wrenches.
Wear safety glasses.
Usually black in color and 6 points
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Slip Joint Pliers
Used to grip, turn, cut, or bend.
Do not use when a wrench will work.
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Slot Pliers
Also known as Channellocks®.
Good for gripping cylindrical objects.
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Needle Nose Pliers
Grip/pull objects in hard-to-reach areas.
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13. Diagonal Pliers / Cutters
Used to cut wires.
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Locking Pliers
Also known as Vise-Grips®.
Can lock on oddly shaped items or flat pieces of metal.
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Screwdrivers
Turn screws or other fasteners.
Do not use screwdrivers as pry bars.
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Fastener Head Types
Phillips, Slotted, Allen, Torx
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Hammers
Ball Peen
Rubber Mallet
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Pry Bars
Long handles allow for mechanical advantage to separate, lift or adjust components.
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19. 4-Way/Cross/Lug Wrench
Better leverage and handling than a straight lug wrench.
Multiple size sockets on ends.
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Torque Wrench
Beam or clicker style.
Used to tighten a fastener to a specific tightness or force (torque).
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Battery Brush
Used to clean battery posts and terminals.
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Oil Filter Wrenches
Band style
Cup style
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Machinist File
Used to smooth, shape, or de-burr surfaces.
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Chisels and Punches
Chisel
Punch
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Hacksaw
Saw used to cut metal.
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26. Flare
Wrench

27. Combination
Wrench

28. Allen Wrench

29. Brass
Mallet

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OSHA
OSHA
Occupational Safety and Health Administration was created in 1971 to prevent work related deaths, illnesses, and injuries.
Go to for more information.
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31. Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
Find info on Chemicals
Yellow Binder hanging in shop

32. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
created to save lives, prevent injuries, reduce vehicle-related crashes
Initiate car RECALLS for safety defects