### Specialty Tools

In addition to basic tools, you'll find a number of small specialty tools that will make your life as a do-it-yourselfer much easier. A battery terminal puller (for top terminal batteries) costs only a few bucks, and will save you a lot of trouble when you remove your battery cables. A combination cable and terminal cleaner is also handy. A tire pressure gauge is an absolute must if you plan to get the most wear out of your tires. Buy a good one, since tire pressure is critical to tire life. An antifreeze hydrometer is necessary to keep an eye on the state of your coolant.

Fig. 3: Side terminal battery cleaning tool

Fig. 4: Battery terminal puller

Fig. 5: Top battery terminal cleaning tool

Fig. 6: Tire pressure gauges top, and tread depth gauges bottom

Fig. 7: A hydrometer is necessary to check antifreeze protection

Fig. 8: Tools from specialty manufacturers such as Lisle® and Cal-Van® are designed to make your job easier. Here is an assortment of brake tools.

Fig. 9: Specialty sockets are required for many sensors and axle nuts. Acquire these as the job calls for it.

Fig. 10: Special pullers are required for various applications. Often these tools can be rented from a tool rental or auto parts store.

Fig. 11: Interior door panels and handles often require special clip removers