Fig. 2.12. Portable lamp
1. A portable hanging lamp (Fig. 2.12) is of great help when working under a car or in the engine compartment, as well as when working in the passenger compartment and, as often happens, in a poorly lit garage.
The advantages of such a lamp include its anti-glare protection, oil-resistant connecting wire. The lamp shade is covered with a synthetic shockproof material. In addition, the lamp is waterproof.
Fig. 2.13. Adjustable pliers and clamps
2. Adjustable pliers 1 (Fig. 2.13), with which you can set the nut size needed for unscrewing, and clamps 2 of different sizes will help you in a number of jobs, for example, when fixing large parts or when there is no "third" hand.
Fig. 2.14. Set of pullers: 1 – three-lever puller; 2 – double lever puller; 3 – internal puller
3. A small set of pullers consisting of a three-lever puller 1 (Fig. 2.14), a two-lever puller 2 (most frequently used) and an internal puller 3. Pullers are a must-have for any auto repair shop. It is advisable to have this tool in your garage, for example, if you want to remove a wheel hub or axle bearing.
Fig. 2.15. Universal jack
4. The universal jack (Fig. 2.15) is better suited for repairs than the jack that comes with the car. The support stands shown in the background will prevent your car from falling, and the wedges are placed under the wheels of the car to secure it.
Attention! When purchasing, do not choose a low-power jack.
Fig. 2.16. Keys for replacing the oil filter: 1 – special key; 2 – universal key
5. Special key 1 (Fig. 2.16) and universal key 2 for replacing the oil filter.
Fig. 2.17. Torque wrenches
6. Torque wrenches (Fig. 2.17), which automatically begin to slip when the specified tightening torque is exceeded.
(Article text obtained from the website MercedesMAN)
Fig. 2.18. Set of feeler gauges
7. A set of feeler gauges (Fig. 2.18) for measuring gaps. When purchasing, make sure that the set contains feeler gauges of the thickness you need.
Fig. 2.19. Charger
8. A charger (Fig. 2.19) with automatic current correction is especially necessary in winter, when your car is not used for a long time and the battery is not recharged by the generator.
Fig. 2.20. Universal tester
9. Universal tester (Fig. 2.20), designed to measure control values of voltage, current or resistance in the electrical circuits of a car. Experienced auto electricians do not work without it.
Fig. 2.21. Special tool: 1 – electrical tester with clamp and contact tip; 2 – wire stripping pliers
10. Electrical tester 1 (Fig. 2.21) with a clamp and contact tip and pliers 2 with insulated handles, with which you can remove cable insulation without damaging the wire.