What tools should your dealership have and where are they? Those are easy questions to answer for dealerships with the right special tools organization, which can help technicians quickly find the special tools they need for proper repairs.
Special Tools List
The gmtoolsandequipment.com special tools website features the New Dealer Setup file, a full special tools list that includes all tools required by brand and vehicle architectures. (Fig. 1) The New Dealer Setup file is updated monthly and provides accurate information for the previous five years. It’s a valuable resource for when setting up a tool room, reviewing inventory and managing new program shipments.
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To access and download the latest list, from the gmtoolsandequipment.com home page, select Special Service Tools > Essential Tool Lists and Notices. (Fig. 2)
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For assistance with sorting tools for a specific brand combination, contact Bosch customer support at 1-800-GM-TOOLS.
Inventory Management
The GM ToolNet special service tools inventory management application is available to GM dealerships to help organize and manage their special service tools. (Fig. 3) To access the site, select the ToolNet icon in GM GlobalConnect on the Service page of the App Center.
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GM ToolNet includes a variety of management features, including: Tool Check-In/Out, Tool Maintenance Scheduling, Storage Location Customization, User Management, and Tool Usage Reporting. With proper organization, dealerships can make their special tools inventory easier to find and use, offering a potential for time savings, more efficient repairs, and increased productivity.
Additional resources on the gmtoolsandequipment.com include details on tool organization systems, best practices to maintain effective tool organization and a tool organization calculator that shows how special tools affect the dealership’s bottom line.
– Thanks to John Staman
