What Are the On-Board Tools?
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New cars are equipped with an on-board tool kit. The tool kit includes a tire wrench, a portable jack, a pry bar, various open-end and box wrenches, and a spark plug wrench. The introduction of on-board tools is as follows: 1. New car on-board tools: including an on-board jack, a triangular warning sign, a tire lug wrench, and a towing ring (towing hook). 2. Generally, the following common tools should also be equipped: a fire extinguisher, a tow rope, jumper cables, a tire pressure gauge, tire repair fluid, an adjustable wrench, needle-nose pliers, and a screwdriver, for emergencies. Among these, the most commonly used is the triangular warning sign. When a vehicle breaks down and stops on the road, the first thing to do is to place the triangular warning sign behind the car. On highways, the triangular warning sign should be placed at least 150 meters (200 meters) behind the vehicle; at night, the distance should be increased by about 100 meters according to road conditions.
I've been driving for almost twenty years, so I have plenty of experience with car tools. The most basic is the jack, which you must have to change a spare tire in case of a flat. Don't underestimate the triangle warning sign—when you break down on the highway, placing it behind your car ensures a safe distance. Fire extinguishers are now required by new regulations, and I recommend choosing a water-based one for better safety. Always check the spare tire's pressure regularly—many people don't realize theirs has gone flat long ago. Add a tow rope to your kit; if you get stuck in a ditch, a friend can pull you out easily. I keep a first aid kit in the trunk year-round, stocked with gauze, bandages, and disinfectant—it came in handy when my neighbor's kid got a scrape. Remember to keep your tool kit organized so you can quickly find what you need in an emergency.
