Chapter 3 PowerPoint

Define these Technical Terms using the textbook:

1. adjustable wrench

2. allen wrench

3. ball peen hammer

4. C-clamp

5. chisel

6. dead blow hammer

7. extension

8. file

9. impact driver

10. pliers

11. prybar

12. punch

13. rubber mallet

14. screwdriver

15. socket

16. socket handle (ratchet)

17. universal joint

18. vise grips

Answer these discussion questions using the textbook:

1. List some safety rules for hand tools.

Read the chapter summary below:

■ It is almost impossible to do even the simplest auto repair without using some type of tool.

■ Professional auto technicians invest thousands of dollars in tools. A well-selected set of tools will speed up repairs, improve work quality, and increase profits.

■ Purchase quality tools. Quality tools are lighter, stronger, easier to use, and more dependable than off-brand, bargain tools.

■ Keep tools organized. There should be a place for every tool and every tool should be in its place.

■ Use the right tool for the job. A good technician will know when, where, and why a particular tool will work better than another.

■ A 6-point wrench is the strongest wrench configuration.

■ A socket is a cylinder-shaped,box-end tool for removing or installing bolts and nuts.

■ Socket handles fit into the square opening in the top of the socket.

■ A ratchet is the most commonly used and versatile socket handle. It can either loosen or tighten bolts.

■ Extensions are used between a socket and its handle.

■ Pliers are used to grip, cut, crimp, hold, and bend various parts.

■ A vise is used to hold parts during cutting, drilling, hammering, and pressing operations.

■ Cleaning tools, such as scrapers and brushes, help a technician remove carbon, rust, dirt, grease, old gaskets, and dried oil from parts.

■ Prybars are strong steel bars that are helpful during numerous assembly, disassembly, and adjustment operations.

■ Insulated wrenches have a plastic or carbon fiber shank with metal ends. They are required when working on high-voltage hybrid drivetrain components.