Basic Hand tools Basic Tools 1 2 Objectives
Basic Hand tools Basic Tools 1
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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. 3
Wrenches • Combination Wrench 4
Wrenches • Adjustable Wrench 5
Ratchets • Ratchets – ¼”, 3/8” (most common), and ½” 6
Other drive handles 7
Sockets • Regular and deep well sockets are available • Universal joints allow for movement • Extensions in various lengths are also available 8
Spark Plug Socket • Rubber insert to hold and protect the spark plug 9
Impact Sockets • Use with impact wrenches • Wear safety glasses 10
Size inch SAE size 0. 313 5/16” 0. 315 0. 344 8 11/32” 0. 354 0. 375 3/8” 10 7/16” 0. 469 15/32” 0. 472 0. 433 10 13/32” 11 0. 438 7/16” 0. 469 15/32” 15 19/32” 0. 625 5/8” 0. 63 16 21/32” 0. 669 0. 472 12 17 0. 5 11/16” 0. 709 ½’ 18 0. 512 23/32” 0. 748 0. 75 13 9/16” 0. 594 0. 719 0. 406 14 0. 591 0. 688 12 17/32” 0. 551 0. 656 0. 394 ½’ 0. 512 0. 563 3/8” 11 0. 438 0. 531 0. 375 13/32” 0. 433 0. 5 Socket sizes 9 0. 394 0. 406 Metric size (mm) 19 ¾” 13 11
Slip Joint Pliers • Used to grab, turn, cut, or bend • Do not use when a wrench will work 12
Locking Pliers • Also known as Vise-Grips® • Can lock on oddly shaped items or flat pieces of metal 13
Groove Joint Pliers • Also known as Channellocks® • Good for gripping cylindrical objects 14
Needle Nose Pliers • Grip/pull objects in hard-to-reach areas 15
Diagonal Pliers • Also known as side cutters • Used to cut wires 16
Screwdrivers • Turn screws or other fasteners • Do not use screwdrivers as pry bars 17
Hammers • Ball Peen Hammer • Rubber Mallet 18
Pry Bars • Long handles allow for mechanical advantage for lifting or adjusting components 19
Drive-on Ramps • Good for oil changes • Use wheel chocks • Set parking brake 20
Wheel Chocks • Prevents a vehicle from moving • Use when jacking or with drive-on ramps • Set parking brake 21
4 -Way/Cross/Lug Wrench • Better leverage and handling than a L shaped lug wrench • Multiple sizes 22
Bottle Jack • Commonly in the trunk for emergency tire changes • Some vehicles have a scissors jack 23
Tread Depth Gauge • Used to measure tire tread depth • Tread depth is commonly measured in 32 nds of an inch or in mm 24
Tire Pressure Gauges • Tire pressure is measured in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (k. Pa) • Check at least once a month • Tire pressure changes with temperature 25
Systems of Measurement 26
Torque Wrench • Beam or clicker style • Used to tighten a fastener to a specific tightness (torque) 27
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. 28
Precision Measuring Tools • Feeler Gauge • Digital Caliper • Outside Micrometer 29
Multimeter • Measures voltage, resistance, and amperage 30
Wire Stripper • Used to remove wire insulation, cut wires, and crimp solderless connections. 31
Battery Load Tester • Used to evaluate a battery’s condition 32
Battery Brush • Used to clean battery posts and terminals 33
Battery Terminal Spreader • Used to spread battery terminal post clamps or scrape corrosion from the inside of the terminal clamps. 34
Jumper Cables • Used to transfer electrical energy from a charged battery to a discharged battery. 35
Oil Drain Pan • Used to collect oil • Recycle used oil at a recycling center • Wear disposable gloves 36
Oil Filter Wrenches • Band style • Cup style 37
Funnel • Helps prevent spills when adding fluids. • Clean the funnel before pouring fluids. 38
Grease Gun • Contains a grease cartridge. • Used to add grease to steering, suspension, and drivetrain components. 39
Grinder • Used to remove metal. • Wear safety goggles and a full face shield. • Do not operate near flammable materials. 40
Files, Chisels, and Punches • Machinist File • Chisel • Punch 41
Hacksaw • Saw used to cut metal. 42
Creeper • Used to access the underside of the vehicle. 43
Work Light • Quality light makes inspection easier. 44
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. 45
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