1. Auto Upkeep Basic Car Care, Maintenance, and Repair (2nd Edition)
Chapter 1 - Introduction and How Cars Wor
Auto Upkeep Basic Car Care, Maintenance, and Repair (2nd Edition)
Chapter 6
Basic Tools
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

2. Chapter 1 - Introduction and How Cars Wor
Fuel for Thought
What hand tools are commonly used while working on the automobile?
Why is it important to use the correct tool?
Where can you find information to help you with an automotive repair?
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

3. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Objectives
Upon completion of this chapter and activities, you will be able to:
Recognize basic hand tools.
Identify the correct tool for the job.
Use tools properly.
Identify types of service manuals.
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

4. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Wrenches
Combination Wrench
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

5. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Wrenches
Adjustable Wrench
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

6. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Ratchets
Ratchets – ¼”, 3/8” (most common), and ½”
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

7. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Sockets
Regular and deep well sockets are available
Universal joints allow for movement
Extensions in various lengths are also available
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

8. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Spark Plug Socket
Rubber insert to hold and protect the spark plug
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

9. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Impact Sockets
Use with impact wrenches
Wear safety glasses
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

10. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Slip Joint Pliers
Used to grab, turn, cut, or bend
Do not use when a wrench will work
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

11. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Locking Pliers
Also known as Vise-Grips®
Can lock on oddly shaped items or flat pieces of metal
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

12. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Groove Joint Pliers
Also known as Channellocks®
Good for gripping cylindrical objects
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

13. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Needle Nose Pliers
Grip/pull objects in hard-to-reach areas
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

14. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Diagonal Pliers
Also known as side cutters
Used to cut wires
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

15. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Screwdrivers
Turn screws or other fasteners
Do not use screwdrivers as pry bars
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

16. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Hammers
Ball Peen Hammer
Rubber Mallet
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

17. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Pry Bars
Long handles allow for mechanical advantage for lifting or adjusting components
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

18. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Floor Jack
Used to lift a vehicle
Put under the frame or solid chassis component
Always use jack stands and chock wheels on the ground
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

19. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Drive-on Ramps
Good for oil changes
Use wheel chocks
Set parking brake
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

20. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Wheel Chocks
Prevents a vehicle from moving
Use when jacking or with drive-on ramps
Set parking brake
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

21. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Jack Stands
Used to hold the vehicle up after it has been lifted with a jack
Do not use concrete blocks or other non-approved stands to hold up a vehicle
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

22. 4-Way/Cross/Lug Wrench
Better leverage and handling than a L shaped lug wrench
Multiple sizes
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

23. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Bottle Jack
Commonly in the trunk for emergency tire changes
Some vehicles have a scissors jack
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

24. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Tread Depth Gauge
Used to measure tire tread depth
Tread depth is commonly measured in 32nds of an inch or in mm
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

25. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Tire Pressure Gauges
Tire pressure is measured in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa)
Check at least once a month
Tire pressure changes with temperature
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

26. Systems of Measurement
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

27. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Torque Wrench
Beam or clicker style
Used to tighten a fastener to a specific tightness (torque)
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

28. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Coolant Tester
Used to measure the specific gravity in the coolant to determine the correct mixture of water to antifreeze
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

29. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Spark Plug Gauge
Spark plug gauge tool is used to set the spark plug gap.
The gap is the distance between the center and side electrodes.
The correct gap is located on the VECI sticker under the hood.
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

30. Precision Measuring Tools
Feeler Gauge
Digital Caliper
Outside Micrometer
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

31. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Fuse Puller
Used to pull fuses out of junction blocks
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

32. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Multimeter
Measures voltage, resistance, and amperage
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

33. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Wire Stripper
Used to remove wire insulation, cut wires, and crimp solderless connections.
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

34. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Battery Load Tester
Used to evaluate a battery’s condition
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

35. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Battery Brush
Used to clean battery posts and terminals
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

36. Battery Terminal Puller
Used to remove top post battery terminals after they have been loosened.
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

37. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Battery Hydrometer
Used to test the specific gravity of the battery’s electrolyte solution.
A 12 volt DC battery has six cells.
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

38. Battery Terminal Spreader
Used to spread battery terminal post clamps or scrape corrosion from the inside of the terminal clamps.
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

39. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Jumper Cables
Used to transfer electrical energy from a charged battery to a discharged battery.
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

40. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Oil Drain Pan
Used to collect oil
Recycle used oil at a recycling center
Wear disposable gloves
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

41. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Oil Filter Wrenches
Band style
Cup style
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

42. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Funnel
Helps prevent spills when adding fluids.
Clean the funnel before pouring fluids.
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

43. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Grease Gun
Contains a grease cartridge.
Used to add grease to steering, suspension, and drivetrain components.
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

44. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Grinder
Used to remove metal.
Wear safety goggles and a full face shield.
Do not operate near flammable materials.
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

45. Files, Chisels, and Punches
Machinist File
Chisel
Punch
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

46. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Hacksaw
Saw used to cut metal.
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

47. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Creeper
Used to access the underside of the vehicle.
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

48. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Work Light
Quality light makes inspection easier.
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

49. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Cleaning Supplies
Shop towels
Floor dry
Hand cleaner
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

50. Vehicle Service Manuals
Online service manuals (e.g., Alldata -
Consumer service manuals (e.g., Haynes or Chilton)
Professional service manual (often several volumes for one vehicle)
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing

51. © 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com
Summary
Use the correct tool for the job.
Start off with a basic tool kit and add specialized tools to your toolbox as you need them.
Care for your tools.
Chapter 6
© 2007 Rolling Hills Publishing