1. 1 Basic Hand tools Basic Tools

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3. 3 Objectives Upon completion of this class 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.

4. 4 Wrenches Combination Wrench

5. 5 Wrenches Adjustable Wrench

6. 6 Ratchets Ratchets – ¼”, 3/8” (most common), and ½”

7. Other drive handles 7

8. 8 Sockets Regular and deep well sockets are available Universal joints allow for movement Extensions in various lengths are also available

9. 9 Spark Plug Socket Rubber insert to hold and protect the spark plug

10. 10 Impact Sockets Use with impact wrenches Wear safety glasses

11. 11 Socket sizes Size inchSAE sizeMetric size (mm) 0.3135/16” 0.315 8 0.34411/32” 0.354 9 0.3753/8” 0.394 10 0.40613/32” 0.433 11 0.4387/16” 0.46915/32” 0.472 12 0.5½’ 0.512 13 0.53117/32” 0.551 14 0.5639/16” 0.591 15 0.59419/32” 0.6255/8” 0.63 16 0.65621/32” 0.669 17 0.68811/16” 0.709 18 0.71923/32” 0.748 19 0.75¾” 0.3753/8” 0.394 10 0.40613/32” 0.433 11 0.4387/16” 0.46915/32” 0.472 12 0.5½’ 0.512 13

12. 12 Slip Joint Pliers Used to grab, turn, cut, or bend Do not use when a wrench will work

13. 13 Locking Pliers Also known as Vise-Grips® Can lock on oddly shaped items or flat pieces of metal

14. 14 Groove Joint Pliers Also known as Channellocks® Good for gripping cylindrical objects

15. 15 Needle Nose Pliers Grip/pull objects in hard-to-reach areas

16. 16 Diagonal Pliers Also known as side cutters Used to cut wires

17. 17 Screwdrivers Turn screws or other fasteners Do not use screwdrivers as pry bars

18. 18 Hammers Ball Peen Hammer Rubber Mallet

19. 19 Pry Bars Long handles allow for mechanical advantage for lifting or adjusting components

20. 20 Drive-on Ramps Good for oil changes Use wheel chocks Set parking brake

21. 21 Wheel Chocks Prevents a vehicle from moving Use when jacking or with drive-on ramps Set parking brake

22. 22 4-Way/Cross/Lug Wrench Better leverage and handling than a L shaped lug wrench Multiple sizes

23. 23 Bottle Jack Commonly in the trunk for emergency tire changes Some vehicles have a scissors jack

24. 24 Tread Depth Gauge Used to measure tire tread depth Tread depth is commonly measured in 32nds of an inch or in mm

25. 25 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

26. 26 Systems of Measurement

27. 27 Torque Wrench Beam or clicker style Used to tighten a fastener to a specific tightness (torque)

28. 28 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.

29. 29 Precision Measuring Tools Feeler Gauge Digital Caliper Outside Micrometer

30. 30 Multimeter Measures voltage, resistance, and amperage

31. 31 Wire Stripper Used to remove wire insulation, cut wires, and crimp solderless connections.

32. 32 Battery Load Tester Used to evaluate a battery’s condition

33. 33 Battery Brush Used to clean battery posts and terminals

34. 34 Battery Terminal Spreader Used to spread battery terminal post clamps or scrape corrosion from the inside of the terminal clamps.

35. 35 Jumper Cables Used to transfer electrical energy from a charged battery to a discharged battery.

36. 36 Oil Drain Pan Used to collect oil Recycle used oil at a recycling center Wear disposable gloves

37. 37 Oil Filter Wrenches Band style Cup style

38. 38 Funnel Helps prevent spills when adding fluids. Clean the funnel before pouring fluids.

39. 39 Grease Gun Contains a grease cartridge. Used to add grease to steering, suspension, and drivetrain components.

40. 40 Grinder Used to remove metal. Wear safety goggles and a full face shield. Do not operate near flammable materials.

41. 41 Files, Chisels, and Punches Machinist File Chisel Punch

42. 42 Hacksaw Saw used to cut metal.

43. 43 Creeper Used to access the underside of the vehicle.

44. 44 Work Light Quality light makes inspection easier.

45. 45 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.