Unit 1.5 Hand Tools

All Students must know their tools

Purpose of Hand Tools

• Technicians require hand tools to remove and reinstall fasteners to service components

• All tools must be stored in an organized tool box, cabinet, or wall display

• Professionals use high quality tools like “Snap on”• Remember use the correct tools for the right job!

Keep Tools Clean

• Wipe tools clean and dry after each use

• Greasy or oily tools can be dangerous!

• Cleaning also prevents corrosion from forming on the tools

There are several basic tool rules that should be remembered

ToolBox

Never open more than two drawers

at a time

Basic Mechanic’s Hand Tools

Extension Speed Handle Universal Joint

Breaker Bar Universal Socket Stud Remover Ratchet

6 Point Shallow Socket

6 Point Deep Socket

12 Point Shallow Socket

12 Point Deep Socket

8 Point Shallow Socket

Spark Plug Socket Adapters Adjustable Wrench

Offset Boxed End Wrench

Open Ended Wrench

Combination Wrench Line Wrench

Allan Key Pipe Wrench Slip Joint Channel Lock Pliers

Needle Nose Pliers

General Purpose Pliers

Side Cutters Vise Grips Standard Screwdriver

Philips Screwdriver

Philips Screwdriver

Ball Pein Hammer

Soft Face Hammer

Piston Ring Groove Cleaner

Piston Ring Compressor Feeler Gauge Torque Wrench

Valve Spring Compressor C Type Valve

Spring CompressorHack Saw

Pin Punch Centre Punch Tapered Punch Cold Chisel

Scrapper Impact Gun Impact Sockets Line Flaring Tool Kit

File Mechanics Creeper