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BJECTIVES
S After studying this chapter, you will be able to:
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 Identify common automotive hand tools.
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 Maintain and store tools properly.
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INTRODUCTION
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Tool Materials are- high strength
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alloy steel, should be light and
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easy to use in tight quarters, not a
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S • Quality Tools are heated treated.
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Keep your tools clean.
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Separate cutting tools
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Lightly oil any tool that might rust
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Delicate measuring tools- keep in protective
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 Warning!
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 TYPES OF TOOLS
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H Screwdrivers are used to remove or install screws.
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H Pliers are used to grip, cut, crimp, hold, and bend
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3. Chisels and Punches
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a chisel shape.
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• Flat Cold chisel: most
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should be worn, make
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chisel should not be
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6. Hammers
H Various types of hammers are used for operations
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rules governing hammers.
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• 1. Strike face of hammer head squarely
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7. Wrenches
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Distributor wrenches
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Sockets
H • Sockets come in many sizes with different
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Files
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Gasket Scrapers/Cleanup tools
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Pullers
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Ring Compressor
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Ring Expander
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