Universal tools (Opel Zafira A)

1. A set of socket wrenches with replaceable heads. The set must include a set of replaceable heads with dimensions from 10 to 32 mm, for a connecting square of ½" (0.5 inches). It is desirable that this set contain the entire range of working profiles of metric size, as well as a special "spark plug" head of 16 mm (a deep head with a rubber ring inserted into it to hold the spark plug when it is removed). It is also desirable to have a second set of heads measuring from 6 to 14 mm for a smaller seat size (¼") and an additional set of deep heads of 8, 10, 12 and 13 mm for unscrewing nuts from long studs. It is very convenient to work if the set includes ratchets. They allow you to quickly unscrew and screw fasteners.

Warning: To avoid damaging the ratchet mechanism, do not use ratchets to loosen and finally tighten bolts and nuts.

Since the car uses TORX screws and bolts, as well as Allen bolts, the kit should include sets of corresponding heads and bits, as well as bits with a working profile for Phillips and slotted screwdrivers.

2. A ratchet with a hinge and a long handle. It is necessary for unscrewing large-diameter threaded connections when significant effort must be applied (for example, when loosening the front wheel hub nut).

3. Set of combination wrenches (open-end and box-end wrenches) dimensions from 6 to 32 mm. It is desirable to have a full range of metric size keys available (through 1 mm).

Warning! Open-end wrenches are not intended to apply significant force to fasteners, as this will crush the edges of the bolts and nuts. Tightening or loosening with such wrenches should only be done when this cannot be done with socket or ring wrenches.

4. Set of open-end wrenches. It is useful to supplement the set of combination wrenches with open-end curved wrenches of the most popular sizes: 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 22 and 24 mm.

5. A set of Allen keys ranging in size from 2 to 12 mm.

6. Torque wrench. Designed for final tightening of threaded connections with a specified torque.

7. A set of Phillips and slotted screwdrivers of varying sizes and lengths. It is very convenient to have a large selection of screwdrivers with blades of different lengths and widths when performing repairs.

8. Hammers. It is advisable to have several hammers with a steel striker weighing 200, 500, 1000 g, and also with a plastic or rubber striker.

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9. Nippers (side cutters), combination pliers, flat-nose pliers.

10. Awl.

11. Soft metal punches (brass, copper, aluminum rods) for knocking out axles and shafts.

12. A set of steel punches and drifts for knocking out pins, cotter pins, etc.

13. Chisel. It is better to buy two or three chisels with different blade widths. It is also advisable to have a long chisel for working in hard-to-reach places.

14. Hacksaw for metal, set of needle files and rasps.

15. Mounting spatula. It is necessary to have a set of two or three spatulas of different lengths, which can be used as levers.

16. Sliding pliers.

17. Metal brushes.

18. Electric drill with a set of metal drill bits (diameter up to 13 mm).

19. Bench vice. The vice must be securely fastened to the workbench.