{"id":4989,"date":"2021-06-21T00:22:02","date_gmt":"2021-06-21T00:22:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/mocktheorytest.com\/resources\/?p=4989"},"modified":"2021-06-21T00:22:36","modified_gmt":"2021-06-21T00:22:36","slug":"what-should-you-keep-in-your-vehicles-tool-kit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mocktheorytest.com\/resources\/what-should-you-keep-in-your-vehicles-tool-kit\/","title":{"rendered":"What should you keep in your vehicle’s tool kit?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Your car or lorry should have a tool kit so you can deal with minor repairs on the road. You don’t need that many tools – in fact, a good multi-tool can take care of several of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every vehicle’s tool kit should contain…<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
  1. Screwdrivers: <\/strong>a couple of sizes of flathead and Philips screwdrivers will be useful to tightening things up that are coming loose, but also flathead screwdrivers are good for prying covers off things<\/li>
  2. Socket set:<\/strong> light fittings are often held in by a couple of screws that can be either undone with a socket set or screwdrivers<\/li>
  3. Pliers: <\/strong>useful for gripping things in awkward places, reaching down to grab items that are just out of reach, and for holding things that might be hot<\/li>
  4. Jack: <\/strong>you’ll need it to change a flat tyre, so if it’s missing, buy another one<\/li>
  5. Spare bulbs: <\/strong>a spare headlight and taillight bulb is a good idea. They’re often quick to replace<\/li>
  6. Puncture repair kit:<\/strong> a can of puncture repair spray can get you quite a few miles if you get a puncture. Alternatively, you’ll have a spare tyre or space saver<\/a> (but make sure to keep it at the right pressure).<\/li>
  7. Knife: <\/strong>a multi-tool with a couple of different blades can be useful. In the case of an accident, you may need it to cut a seat belt<\/li>
  8. Cloths, paper towels or gloves: <\/strong>getting under the bonnet is messy, so having something to wipe your hands on will stop you transferring that dirt to the inside of your car<\/li>
  9. Jumper cables: <\/strong>just in case you get a flat battery, you can call on a passing motorist to help you out<\/li>
  10. Emergency kit: <\/strong>if you’re travelling in bad weather, you should take an emergency kit with warm clothes, food and water in case you get stranded<\/li>
  11. PPE: <\/strong>a hi-vis vest is useful if you break down at night<\/li>
  12. Torch:<\/strong> a head torch is the best option because it leave both hands free, but any torch or lantern is better than no light<\/li>
  13. Fire extinguisher: <\/strong>read more about fire extinguishers<\/a> in cars here<\/li>
  14. Snow supplies:<\/strong> antifreeze, a de-icer, a scraper, a snow shovel and traction mats are handy to have. If you expect deeper snow or ice on hills, snow chains may be necessary<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Lorry driver essentials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    All the above should be included in your kit, but you’ll need a few more items<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Engine fluids: <\/strong>some spare oil, washer fluid and coolant is helpful<\/li>
    2. Rubber mallet:<\/strong> useful for checking your tyres when you do your pre-trip inspection, but also for freeing up jammed binders.<\/li><\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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