Safety Information
❗ DANGER!
- These instructions are for general information only. Always perform repairs in full compliance with your vehicle's service manual. Test the engine and vehicle after any repair before returning to normal use to avoid property damage and personal injury.
- Only use this product for its intended purpose: loosening and tightening vehicular fasteners in confined places.
- Do not allow use by children, persons with impaired mental or physical conditions, or those unfamiliar with the product and vehicle systems. Do not use under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication affecting judgment. Keep children and bystanders away.
- Keep your work site clean and well-lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.
- For best results, keep the kit clean and dry. Remove any fluid, oil, or grease before and after work, especially from the C-frame and fittings.
- Always use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Wear ANSI and OSHA-approved eye, breathing, and hand protection. Normal use may produce microscopic particles known to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm in California. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Additional ear, head, and body protection may be necessary.
- Dress properly for automotive servicing. Avoid loose clothing or jewelry. Keep hair, clothing, gloves, hoses, and tools away from moving parts.
- Always know and understand your vehicle's specific safety warnings and instructions before using this kit. Use correct fluids, pressures, and adapters. Ensure the vehicle is fully supported and parked before starting work. Avoid touching heated surfaces with exposed skin.
- Do not overreach. Maintain proper footing and balance at all times.
- Do not use excessive pressure or force the product or its attachments. For stubborn components, apply penetrating oil.
- Maintain the product. Check for misalignment, binding, wear, or damage before use. Repair or replace damaged components with identical parts. Mark tools as "DO NOT USE" until repaired.
- Do not use with power or pneumatic tools.
- Always tighten fasteners to the torques specified in your vehicle's service manual.
- Automotive repair is inherently dangerous. This manual and vehicle service manuals cannot cover all situations. Training, common sense, and operator care are essential.
Specifications
| Material | Chromium-vanadium steel |
|---|---|
| Drive | 1/2" & 3/8" |
| Crowfoot Opening | 12, 14, 16, 17, 18 & 19 mm |
Tools Necessary but Not Included
- 1/2" Ratchet
- 3/8" Ratchet
Operation
- Locate the nuts you desire to remove or install.
- Choose the crowfoot wrench that fits snugly with the nuts.
- Fit the drive of your ratchet into the socket on the crowfoot wrench and turn with steady force.
- Continue turning until the fastener is loose enough to be removed by hand or has reached the required torque.
❗ Apply steady, even pressure to the ratchet handle while turning. Avoid sudden or jerky movements to prevent rounding off the fastener or damaging the wrench.
When installing a fastener, always tighten fasteners to their specified torques in your vehicle's service manual.
Maintenance
- Check for smooth movement and secure connections before each use. Do not use if any part is loose, bound, worn, or damaged. Tighten, lubricate, repair, or replace components before further use, using only identical parts.
- Clean kit components after each use. Do not use caustic chemicals or harsh abrasives.
- If the kit will be unused for an extended period, clean all components, place them in their storage case, and store in a cool, dry location inaccessible to children and away from direct sunlight.
Contact Us
Orion Motor Tech thanks users for choosing their products. For questions or comments, support is available at support@orionmotortech.com. Users can find the latest version of these instructions on the Orion Motor Tech website or product packaging.
