Abstract: A tool is disclosed for snapping a coupler of a rearview mirror assembly onto a base mounted to a vehicle. The tool includes a handle, a shaft attached to and extending outward from the handle, and a structural configuration formed on an end of the shaft opposite the handle for simultaneously engaging both the coupler of the rearview mirror assembly and the base when the coupler is initially partially engaged with the base, and for moving the coupler relative to the base in response to a levering force applied to the handle until the coupler of the rearview mirror assembly is slid into full engagement with the base. To move the coupler in this manner, the tool directly applies a levering force to an interior surface of a rear wall of the coupler in response to a directional force applied to the handle.

Abstract: A finish reamer adapted to finish ream bronze-based valve guides and valve inserts is disclosed. The reamer includes a body section having a plurality of spiral flutes formed therein. The flutes define a plurality of cutting blades. Each cutting blade has an axially extending radial relief formed therein, and a land with a margin having a non-uniform width that is smaller near its leading end and larger near its trailing end.

Abstract: A tool for tapping a container and removing fluid from the container includes a modified bit having a tip configured to bore a hole through a wall of the container, such as an oil filter casing or a tank wall, and a threaded frustoconically-shaped shank configured to engage the wall material defining the hole and to draw the tool into sealing engagement with the wall. A valve assembly is attached to the tip remote end of the modified bit. The valve assembly includes a hex-shaped surface for engaging a drill socket so that the tool can be rotated as it is pressed against the wall. A passageway extends through the shank for communicating fluid from the container, and a valve is located in the valve assembly in communication with the passageway to control fluid flow through the passageway. A cap fits over the valve assembly at the tip remote end of the tool during non-use and when the tool is being used to bore through the wall to protect the tool.

Abstract: An evaporative emissions test apparatus is provided including a tester adapted to pressure test a vehicle fuel holding system for vapor emitting leaks. The test apparatus includes an adapter configured to sealingly engage the access port for filling the fuel tank, the adapter being further configured to sealingly receive the vehicle fuel cap so that the vehicle fuel holding system including the fuel cap can be tested as a unit. The tester includes a connector for connecting to the adapter, and further includes a second connector for connecting to a pressure source for pressurizing the fuel holding system and fuel vapor control system to a predetermined pressure. The tester also includes a sensor for sensing the pressure over time, a timer for indicating the passage of a predetermined amount of time, and a display generator and display for indicating if the pressure in the atmosphere is acceptable after passage of the predetermined amount of time.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided to remove undesirable deposits on an intake valve after only partial disassembly of an engine, the apparatus including a blasting device and suction device. The blasting device directs blast media against the undesirable buildup to clean the intake valve, and includes a remote control and specially constructed pressure tank that cooperates with the remote control to improve operation, convenience and safety during use. The suction device suctions away spent blast media and dislodged deposits and includes a universal adapter to permit the device to sealingly engage an exposed air intake opening on the partially disassembled engine. The suction device also includes spreadable grippers that engage the sides of a passageway to hold the suction device in place, and further includes an arrangement for generating a vacuum by use of compressed air.