With the Ford mechanic in mind, Snap-On has just released a new line of specialty tools designed specifically to aid them in a few problem areas where conventional hand tools fall short. “We are constantly meeting with our customers to learn about what they need and how they use Snap-on tools on specific jobs,” Scott Amundson, product manager for Snap-on, told us. “Based on those conversations and other feedback we have received, we designed 12 Ford-specific tools to save service technicians a lot of time when they are working on Ford vehicles.”
The Snap-on Ford Job Challenge tools include:
• Ford Triton Spark Valve Spark Plug Extractor Kit (#FSPK) - remove broken spark plugs from cylinder heads without removing engine.
• Powerstroke Diesel Turbo Wrench (#PSWT10K) - remove fasteners off intake when removing turbo.
• Oxygen Sensor Wrench with Handle (#SWR1) - remove and install oxygen sensors on Ford 4.6L and 5.4L engines.
• ICP Sensor Socket (#S6196KR) - remove and install ICP Sensors on 02 and 03 ^L diesel trucks.
• Drive Spark Plug Socket (3/8”) (#S9716KR) - remove and install 9/16” spark plugs on Ford 05 Mustang 4.6L valve, 04 F150 5.4L and V8 3 valve.
• 24mm & 35/36mm Oil Filter FLP Socket (3/8”) (#S3624) - use with Ford Super Duty Pickups that have three filter caps that are different sizes.
• Fuel Filter Wrench (#FFW4) – remove and install diesel fuel caps; designed to spread the force of removal over six contact points, preventing breakage.
• Automatic Transmission Line Quick Disconnect Tool (#FIH9057B) - disconnect 3/8" and 1/2" OD transmission and fuel lines.
• 12mm Impact Socket (1/2") (#S6194) - remove and install drive universal joint flange bolts.
• 24mm Drive Torque Adaptor 12pt (1/2”) (#SRDM624) - F450/F550 torque bracket bolts on rear brake caliper mounting bracket assembly.
• 21mm Drive 6-Point Semi Deep Impact Swivel Socket (1/2”) (#IPSM21) - remove and install upper control arm bolts.
• 10 TO 18MM Tie Rod Adjusting Wrench (#TRW1) - adjust tie rods on vehicles with rack and pinion steering.
Snap-On Tools; 877/762-7662; www.snapon.com/fordchallenge