How to use a Torque Wrench PROPERLY

Torque wrench torque specs. Learn to properly use and maintain a torque wrench. Using a torque wrench on nuts and bolts is important to make sure the bolt is tightened to the correct tightness or torque. In this video I show how to use a torque wrench, give a few torque wrench top tips, also go over many questions people have about torque wrenches.

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[mitch]

My dad died unexpectedly this year. He spent his entire life working in the automotive industry and knew everything there was about cars. And while he’d always teach me bits here and there so I could get by if I could theyd through to him, there were so many little details like this that he just didn’t really think to teach me of, as I pursued a completely different career away from mechanics. He left me behind so much equipment in the garage and while I know how to use bits of it, a lot of it has been a case of trying it out and googling what I don’t know. Videos like this, Chris, have been *so* helpful and I’m so grateful. Losing my dad has been so hard, but I find a small amount of comfort in knowing that he’d probably be happy that I’ve taken on the bits he taught me and learned on top of that. Your channel has been the biggest help and I’m so thankful.

[lanceellis]

Best auto mechanic instructor on the web hands down. Clear & thorough instruction, quality audio/video production...you rock Chris!

[galuhrichata]

This is how every tutorial video on YouTube should be made. Simple and very informative. Thanks, Chris..

[EivinSukoi]

I must admit you are the real deal, out of all these so called “ Online Mechanics “ you are the only one with enough patience to explain how things work, and how to fix them in a very easy way, kudos sir, keep them coming .

[ecks]

One of the biggest things to learn when you start working on cars is not over tightening everything. Tighter is not always better. Newer cars have a lot of aluminum parts and different meters joined together . And another big issue is gaskets, they are very precisely engineered so if they get crushed they won't work properly. It is a lesson you will learn the hard way after breaking bolts and taking twice as long to do a simple job because you broke a bolt or having to do a job over because of leaks. Torque is a mandatory part of working on current cars . Good vid you are great at picking subjects and you give very good advice . Keep it up, great job.

[JeepDoctorPH]

hello chris!! im a filipino and lso your fan.. actually im also doing some car repair tutorials spoken in our language so that i could help them a little bit.. im always watch your videos and i learned a lot.. i have no proper education regarding car repairs. i only learn from experience and watching your videos and also searching google.. thank you very mucj

[garrykrause]

THANK YOU CHRIS--NEVER USED A TORQUE WRENCH IN MY LIFE--NEVER HAVE BEEN SHOWN HOW TO USE ONE--I'M 64 NOW--THANK YOU CHRIS.

[koyotekola]

When torqueing a bolt, the objective is to stretch the bolt such that the force generated by it is applied to the bolt's threads. This causes the bolt head to compress the two mating surfaces together with a known force. Although unperceivable to the naked eye, bolts do stretch. Different materials have different stretches per given force. In some applications, you want the bolt to stretch more due to its internal structure. Roller coaster bolts, for example, are able to stretch more but are hardened steel whose sheer properties and strain stay within the limit of forces placed upon them. They are very critical and must stay within their design limits.

In the automotive world, the best known torque, of course, is lug nuts. Stretching the bolt using the correct torque with apply the correct force to mate the two, actually three, surfaces together correctly. When the wheel bounces around, it wants to separate the materials by overcoming the forces holding the lug nut against the wheel. Correct bolt stretch caused by correct torque will keep them together within their design limits.

If on a properly installed wheel, measuring the stretch will achieve a more correct force; however, not too many people have such equipment. Torqueing is the next best way and easy to do.

[rolp]

God bless you ChrisFix, the level of confidence ive reach since i started watching your videos its just amzing

[kslee]

year has passed and still waiting for that torque wrench calibration video...

[FalconChief]

Chris, You are the MAN! I work in an automotive assembly plant and you would be surprised at how many people don't know how to use a torque wrench PROPERLY! I have to tell people over and over that a torque wrench should NEVER be used to remove torque! I may suggest this video to be used in our new hire training. :)

[snyper]

You’re a GREAT TEACHER! Listening to your video makes me WANT to work on my car.

[JPNR]

Another important point is to keep your hand on the handle, or the torque would be off.

I usually click it twice.  No sophisticated science/logic here, but being an airline tech myself many top-notch co-workers do this.  I would also avoid cheap ones such as those that are made in China. 

Delta Air Lines came up with a CBT a few years ago where they say to keep the torque wrench at 10-15% loaded when
storing, not at the lowest setting. 

I love it when some pros use impact guns to tighten alloy wheels. 

Compared to more popular professionals' channels, your channel is concise, straightforward & easy to understand.  And you don't leave the basics behind, which I like.  Keep up the excellent work.

[yahawadahshachaawar]

I was a jet mechanic before watching your videos and started playing with cars. Number one rule with torque wrenches, don't drop!!! In the military working on aircraft one drop have to turn them in.

[rickconstant]

To achieve an accurate torque setting, the nut/bolt MUST be rotating when the wrench clicks. If it clicks as soon as you put pressure on it, it may not be fully tightened, as it takes more breakaway torque to overcome the friction and rotate a stationary bolt, than it would if it was already moving. If that happens, you should back it off a1/4 of a turn and retighten it in one continuous movement until it clicks again.

[gettindrunker]

Dude thank you for being a normal person and getting straight to the point. No loud rap in the background, no product info, no foul language. Just perfect my friend and well done!

[tokekkk]

Tbh this is my first time seeing torque wrenches and how it works
Thank you for the knowledge!

[danielspratling]

I love how this guy is thorough with every video he's done or doing. I love it. Keep it up. Great job

[TessaTheCat_]

*slams service manuals on tailgate*

Also Chris (calmly): This is where I get my torque specs from

[boostermoongazer]

46 years old, and i needed this! 🙏💫 I've had a torque wrench in my hands countless times and never even needed it. Lol Now, i NEED to know. My lugnuts that i casually took off and put on over the years, finally cost me a ton in damage from not knowing the proper way. Thank YOU!