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No Challenge too Big or too Small with Snap-on Chrysler-Specific Tools

With consumers keeping their vehicles longer, service technicians are going to see more and more vehicles needing specific service needs. With that in mind, Snap-on has developed 11 tools that are specifically designed to work on Chrysler vehicles. The Snap-on Chrysler Job Challenge tools include ....

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With consumers keeping their vehicles longer, service technicians are going to see more and more vehicles needing specific service needs. With that in mind, Snap-on has developed 11 tools that are specifically designed to work on Chrysler vehicles.

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“Motorists are keeping their current vehicles longer due to today’s economic conditions, leading to more maintenance and repair work,” said Scott Amundson, product manager for Snap-on. “We designed 11 Chrysler-specific tools to help service technicians be more efficient and save precious time when working on the Chrysler cars, SUVs, trucks and minivans that come to their bays.”

The Snap-on Chrysler Job Challenge tools include:

  • 36mm 1/2" Drive Pinion Nut Impact Socket (#IMDM360) – Removes pinion nut on 11.5" AAM axles on 2004 Dodge trucks.
  • Brake Bleeder Wrench 10 mm and 11 mm 6 pt (#S6111) – Bleed brake systems on most late model Chryslers.
  • 22 mm Inner Tie Rod Bushing Socket Low Profile (#ITRS22) – Remove and install hex head bolts that attach inner tie rod bushing to the rack and pinion.
  • Dodge Wheel Hub Removal Socket (#DHP1) – Designed to remove front hubs on 3/4 ton and one ton Dodge pick-up trucks.
  • 17 mm to 18.5 mm Tie Rod Adjusting Tool (#YA2218) – Adjust tie rods with hex gripping sections.
  • 5/8" Low Profile Spark Plug Socket (#S9724RHS) – Remove/install spark plug on small block Mopar engines with racing exhaust headers.
  • Harmonic Damper Pulley Puller (#YA6490) – Application can be time consuming if you need to remove the radiator.
  • Diesel Fuel Filter Socket (#A129) -Use for removing and installing fuel filter housing on 2002 and later Dodge Ram trucks.
  • 1/2" Drive 12 mm Impact Socket (#LDT4) – 1/2" drive 12mm impact socket.
  • 1/4" Drive E5 Deep Torx (#STLE50) – Socket is used for bolts found on steering columns with air bags.
  • 1/4" Drive E4 Deep Torx (#STLE40) – Socket is used for bolts found on steering columns with air bags.

Customers can find out more about the Snap-on Chrysler Job Challenge tools by contacting their local Snap-on franchisee, visiting www.snapon.com/chryslerchallenge or by calling toll free 877-SNAPON-2 (877-762-7662).

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