AUTO GARAGE LIST OF EQUIPMENTS & THEIR FUNCTION

Lifts and Hoists

Vehicle lift: used to raise vehicles for maintenance and repairs

Transmission jack: used to support and lower transmissions

Engine crane: used to remove and install engines

Jack stands: used to support vehicles when raised on a lift or hoist

Wheel chocks: used to prevent vehicles from rolling while on a lift or hoist

Alignment machine: used to align wheels and suspension components

Hydraulic press: used for pressing bearings, bushings, and other components

Winch: used for pulling vehicles onto lifts or hoists

Portable hoist: used for lifting heavy components or parts during repairs

Scissor lift: used for working on vehicles at a comfortable height

Diagnostic Tools

OBD-II scanner: used to diagnose engine issues

Multimeter: used to test electrical circuits

Compression tester: used to check engine compression

Fuel pressure gauge: used to check fuel system pressure

Timing light: used to check ignition timing

Vacuum gauge: used to test vacuum systems

Smoke machine: used to detect leaks in the intake and exhaust systems

Battery tester: used to check the health of a vehicle's battery

Hand Tools

Socket set: used for various fastening tasks

Wrench set: used for turning nuts and bolts

Screwdriver set: used for driving screws and bolts

Pliers set: used for gripping, bending, and cutting

Hammer: used for driving nails and other fasteners

Tape measure: used for measuring distances and dimensions

Utility knife: used for cutting materials such as hoses and insulation

Pry bar: used for removing nails and prying apart materials

Chisel set: used for carving and shaping materials

File set: used for smoothing and shaping rough edges

Vice grips: used for holding and clamping materials securely

Allen wrench set: used for turning hexagonal socket screws

Power Tools

Impact wrench: used for removing and installing lug nuts

Air compressor: used to power pneumatic tools

Grinder: used for cutting and grinding metal

Drill: used for drilling holes in metal, wood, or plastic

Saw: used for cutting through metal, wood, or plastic

Polisher: used for buffing and polishing surfaces

Heat gun: used for stripping paint or thawing frozen parts

Sander: used for smoothing out surfaces before painting or finishing

Nailer: used for fastening materials together with nails or staples

Cleaning Equipment

Pressure washer: used to clean vehicles and equipment

Parts washer: used to clean greasy parts

Vacuum cleaner: used to clean the garage floor

Floor scrubber: used to clean large floor areas efficiently

Steam cleaner: used for deep cleaning and sanitizing surfaces

Upholstery cleaner: used to clean vehicle interiors

Air compressor: used to blow debris and dust out of hard-to-reach areas

Oil absorbent pads: used to clean up spills and leaks in the garage

Safety Equipment

Fire extinguisher: used to put out fires

Safety goggles: used to protect eyes from debris

Gloves: used to protect hands from cuts and chemicals

Ear protection: used to protect hearing from loud noises

Respirator mask: used to protect lungs from fumes and chemicals

Protective clothing: used to protect skin from spills and splashes

First aid kit: used to treat minor injuries and emergencies

Safety harness: used when working at heights to prevent falls

Emergency eyewash station: used to flush eyes in case of chemical exposure

Miscellaneous Equipment

Shop towels: used for cleaning up spills

Oil drain pan: used for draining oil during oil changes

Fluid transfer pump: used for transferring fluids between containers

Parts washer: used for cleaning engine parts and other components

Grease gun: used for lubricating components

Battery charger: used for charging vehicle batteries

Tire pressure gauge: used for checking tire pressure

Wheel chocks: used for preventing vehicles from rolling while being worked on

Fire extinguisher: used for emergency situations

First aid kit: used for treating minor injuries