Title: Identify tools and their use in automotive applications.
Course: Automotive Technology I (MLR 3-Year Program) (20104-IA) > Section: Foundational Tasks: Tools and Equipment

Identification should include all tools to be used at the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Education Foundation’s Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) level, such as

- socket set components
- wrenches (e.g., end wrenches)
- screwdrivers
- pliers
- hammers
- punches and chisels
- specialty cutting tools (e.g., hacksaw, tubing cutter, hand reamer, and file)
- specialty electrical system tools (e.g., volt/ohmmeter, dwell/tachometer, continuity light, timing light, and remote-starter switch)
- battery specialty tools (e.g., cable puller, terminal and post cleaner, and battery lifting or carrying strap)
- lubrication specialty tools (e.g., transmission funnel, oil-filter-removing tool, and grease gun)
- other specialty tools (e.g., air nozzle, C-clamp, puller set, pressure gauge, and screw extractor)
- automotive fasteners (e.g., tapes, dies, nuts, bolts, and studs).

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the difference between an impact socket and a regular socket?
- Why is using a quality tool important?
- Where can one buy quality tools?
- What does a damaged or mushroomed tool (e.g., chisel, punch) look like?
- Why is it important to inspect tools for damage?