Looking for advice on tools to have.

[Problemsolver]

Hello everyone. New to this forum as I am enjoying my recently purchased 2008 FX45 with tech package.

So I thought I would start a thread of all the suggested tools I might need to keep my baby running for the next 10 years. I do most of my own service since the internet, and helpful forum members seem to even give better advice than dealerships.

So I will start off with:
1) security torx T20 (for the MAF sensor)
2) 10mm socket

Thanking in advance, anyone who adds to this list. I anticipate oil changes, MAF cleanings, brake pad changes, and tune ups. So especially anyone who also identifies the repairs I will probably need to do the next few years. Btw, only 90,000 miles.

 

[la_fx35]

This comes in handy: 1/2 in. Drive Click Type Torque Wrench

 

[rammersFX]

The more the merrier... I sucks to have to run to the auto parts store in the middle of a repair- It has happened to me many many times.

 

[la_fx35]

This is good to have around too.
Craftsman Magnetic Pick-Up Tool with Mirror

 

[la_fx35]

And this
Trim And Molding Tool Set 5 Pc

 

[Problemsolver]

Wow, thank you and great replies. Anyone able to chime in with any sizes for doing the brakes and oil change? Lug nut size?And maybe common socket sizes throughout?

 

[MTN FX]

This comes in handy: 1/2 in. Drive Click Type Torque Wrench

Make sure the torque wrench goes to 200 ft lbs for front hub nut

 

[MTN FX]

24mm wrench for tension adjuster nut on steering rack

 

[cynot]

This is a must have. Download the Torque App from the play store. I would guess that the istore has it too.

ELM327 Bluetooth OBD2 Car Diagnostic Scanner Code Reader Android Torque V2.1

 

[la_fx35]

Wow, thank you and great replies. Anyone able to chime in with any sizes for doing the brakes and oil change? Lug nut size?And maybe common socket sizes throughout?

Those are 14 mm, 15 mm. Just have a set of metric socket from 10 mm - 22 mm should covers all basic maintenance needs.

 

[la_fx35]

Oh, an ODB II Scanner would be good to have around to scan for trouble code when the SEL comes. You can always go to a local auto part store for them to scan for code too.
OBD II & CAN Deluxe Scan Tool

 

[Problemsolver]

Those are 14 mm, 15 mm. Just have a set of metric socket from 10 mm - 22 mm should covers all basic maintenance needs.

Oh, an ODB II Scanner would be good to have around to scan for trouble code when the SEL comes. You can always go to a local auto part store for them to scan for code too.
OBD II & CAN Deluxe Scan Tool

You are a wealth of knowledge. I have an Actron scanner (well worth the money, time and time again) and couldn't problem solve without it. I also have an ELM327, but haven't tried it yet. The socket sets : I unfortunately buy clearance sets twice a year for the last 10 years (yes, that means 20 sets, ha ha) So more than set there. Just don't want to carry such heavy boxes to and from FoXy (nickname).

How about any Allen sizes generally used throughout?

 

[la_fx35]

Not much of Allen use other then taking out the throttle body for cleaning.