10 Must-Have Car Service Tools

Not having the right tools can turn a 20-minute repair into a multi-day nightmare. Whether you’re a professional or brand-new to the automotive repair industry, check out this list of the best car service tools that should be in every DIYer’s toolbox.

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LED Lamps

Without proper lighting, you won’t be able to see what you’re working on. Get some head-mounted, free-standing, cordless, and magnetic LED lamps to light up any space you need.

Jack stands

For services like tire changes, brake bleeding, or brake pad changes, you’ll need to lift and hold your vehicle securely above the ground. To do this, you’ll need a jack and set of jack stands.

Each jack has a lifting capacity, typically ranging from 1 to 4 tons. Jack stands also have a weight capacity. Make sure you purchase a jack and jack stands that can hold the weight of the vehicle(s) you want to work on.

Jack stands

Starting at 50.69 $

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Multimeter

A multimeter is one of many car diagnostic tools. It can test, diagnose, and troubleshoot the electrical components of your vehicle by measuring electrical properties, including voltage (volts), resistance and continuity (ohms), and current (amps). You’ll need one any time you want to test your car’s battery.

Multimeter

Starting at 34.89 $

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Wrenches & Sockets

Your vehicle is held together by nuts and bolts, so hand tools like wrenches and sockets belong in your car service tool kit.

Choose a set that covers the most commonly encountered metric and SAE sizes. Your first socket wrench set should be a 3/8-inch drive—this is the most popular size in the auto repair industry. After that, you can expand your collection to include a ¼-inch drive set and a ½-inch drive set.

Wrenches with a crescent that’s open on one end and closed on the other provide maximum versatility to help you conquer any project. Socket extensions can also come in handy for those hard-to-reach places.

Sockets

Starting at 6.69 $

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Wrenches

Starting at 11.49 $

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Torque Wrench

A torque wrench is a special kind of wrench that’s essential for all sorts of car repairs and tire changes. Without one of these, there’s no way to guarantee how tight your lug nuts are, for example, and a loose wheel can cause severe damage to your vehicle.

A torque wrench will help you apply the precise amount of manufacturer-recommended torque to each part of your vehicle.

Torque wrench

96.99 $

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Impact Wrench

Stubborn nuts and bolts don’t stand a chance when you have an impact wrench by your side.

Most standard automotive impact wrenches will accommodate ½-inch sockets. This tool will easily cut down your time on several DIY tasks.

Impact Wrench

Starting at 218.99 $

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screwdrivers

An array of screwdrivers in different sizes is essential when it comes to disassembling and reassembling a host of automotive components.

Your screwdriver collection must have basics like Philips and flathead tips, but it should also include Torx heads, hexagon heads, and Roberston heads (square).

Screwdrivers

Starting at 8.69 $

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Rubber Mallet

Though it seems simple, a rubber mallet is another must-have car service tool. If you’re trying to knock something off or into place, a rubber mallet is often the best tool for the job. It’s better than a steel hammer because it won’t cause any damage to the parts you’re working on and it’s quite light, making it easy to use and to carry in your toolbox.

Rubber Mallet

Starting at 6.99 $

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Rotary Tool

A rotary tool is a power tool that spins at different speeds and can be paired with various attachments, making it an extremely multi-purpose tool. If you need to do any sanding, grinding, honing, or polishing, you can rely on a rotary tool.

Milwaukee Rotary Tool

118.99 $

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Pliers

Another important hand tool you’ll need for DIY automotive repairs is pliers. Because they come in different shapes and sizes, pliers have specific uses. Some are made for gripping metal surfaces, while others are for cutting or twisting wires, and some have multiple functions.

A set of pliers will help you hold things in place, remove and insert fuses, twist and turn hoses, and much more.

Evercraft - Pliers Set

82.99 $

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Finding Tools

You can browse our wide selection of car repair tools online at NAPA Canada. For more advice, look for reviews on our product pages or visit your local NAPA Auto Parts store to speak with an expert. You can also check your local paper or visit our website to learn more about our monthly sale.

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