| Many automotive tools are similar, if not identical, to household and home improvement tools. Others, however, are specifically designed to perform one or more functions on autos only. We present some basic auto hand tools that you must have even if you are not a car mechanic as you may need to become one when immediate help is not available. |
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Jack: A good one, preferably hydraulic is required. |
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Lug wrench: Used for opening screws on your vehicle wheels |
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Spark plug wrench: Elementary dear Watson |
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Oil filter wrench: Special tool just for loosening and installing oil filters
Adjustable wrench: Two, one smaller and one larger, should be enough
Screwdrivers: Minimum two (flat and Phillips head) – strong, to loosen sealed screws |
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Jumper cables: A must-have – never know when your auto might have starting trouble |
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Strong brush: Non-metal but very stiff – keep battery terminals clean for good contacts
Continuity tester: Small tool for testing electrical circuits to find problems
Pliers: Slip joint and needle nose |
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Flashlight: A small one for tight quarters and a larger one to spread light |
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