Special tools (Honda Accord 3)

Special tools are sometimes necessary to perform a particular job or are recommended to make it easier. Their use is kept to a minimum. When a special tool is specified, reference will be made to the number given to it by the manufacturer. Where possible, a drawing of the tool will be given, from which an equivalent replacement can be found.

Typically, the use of special factory tools for repair procedures is avoided, as they are not always available to car enthusiasts who do their own repairs.

When work can be done with commonly available tools, this will be indicated, but sometimes a special tool designed to perform a specific function must be used. Before replacing with another tool, you must ensure that neither your safety nor the condition of the vehicle will be compromised.

When reading repair procedures, pay attention to the illustrations. You may be able to figure out that a certain factory special tool 0000-XYZ is nothing more than a bearing puller. If you can correctly identify one of the sizes or type of tool, you can use an equivalent tool from another manufacturer. Note the word "equivalent" - it means equal for any function. Using the wrong tool can cause serious damage or injury.

Some special tools are commercially available (made in tool factories). Others must be purchased from a Honda dealer; a large number of factory tools have their own number and can be ordered through auto parts dealers.

(Based on materials from the website: hondabook.ru)