Mechanics' tools
[Individual] Mechanics' tools are essential for automotive maintenance and repair. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and each one has a specific purpose. Some of the most common types of mechanics' tools include:
- Wrenches
- Pliers
- Screwdrivers
- Hammers
- Allen wrenches
- Socket sets
- Ratchets
- Tape measures
- Level
- Safety glasses
[Individual] Bulleted list:
- Wrenches: Used to loosen and tighten nuts and bolts.
- Pliers: Used to grip and hold objects.
- Screwdrivers: Used to turn screws.
- Hammers: Used to drive nails and pry objects apart.
- Allen wrenches: Used to tighten and loosen Allen bolts.
- Socket sets: Used to tighten and loosen nuts and bolts with a socket wrench.
- Ratchets: Used to turn a socket in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction.
- Tape measures: Used to measure distances.
- Level: Used to check if an object is level.
- Safety glasses: Used to protect your eyes from flying debris.
[Individual] By using the right tools, mechanics can quickly and efficiently perform a variety of automotive maintenance and repair tasks.
