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An Allen wrench, or "hex key" is tool used to turn Allen screws or bolts. They come in various sizes, both SAE and metric, and may be single, or foldable into little sets that look like Swiss Army Knives. The heads are far more unlikely to strip out than Phillips or slotted screws, and are often used in, and included with "assemble it yourself" furniture like Ikea stuff. You just insert the end in the screw and turn. Lefty-loosey-Righty-tighty.
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What is the use of Allen wrench?
To fasten and unfasten Allen screws and bolts. These fasteners have a hexagonal slot in the top into which the Allen wrench or key fits.
What size Allen wrench do you use to remove caliper slide bolts on the front of a ford expedition?
9mm Allen wrench
What size Allen wrench do you use to change front brakes on a 2000 cougar?
You need a torx type socket. If you use an Allen wrench...you will strip out the inside of the bolt.
Why use a Torx or Allen wrench?
Torx or Allen wrenches get more torque (pressure) on the bolt.
What size socket wrench to use for 07 impala brakes?
I think that uses a 7mm Allen wrench.
What is Another name for an Allen wrench?
An allen wrench is sometimes referred to as a hex wrench or hex key.
What size Allen wrench is needed to change the front brakes on a Mazda tribute?
It would be a 14 or 17 mm wrench, not Allen key. Hardly any Asian cars use Allen keys.
How do you use an Allen wrench on the bottom of a sink disposal?
You fit the Allen wrench into the socket in the centre of the motor shaft and turn it either way to dislodge the obstruction. Most disposals take a 3/16 inch Allen Wrench, but some may differ.
What size Allen wrench do you use toremove the brake caliper on a 2010 Lincoln navigator?
I believe that is a 7mm Allen.
What size Allen wrench do you use to take the brakes off of a 92 Chevy cavalier?
That is a 3/8 Allen.
What size wrench is needed to remove the brake caliper bolts on a 1991 Honda Accord?
use an Allen wrench not a socket or open or box wrench.
What size Allen wrench for 2002 escape front caliper?
7mm Allen wrench
