to fit this? On a VW Caddy the top arm/guide of a sliding door has come loose.
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What size and type of screwdriver/spanner do I need
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Malc2098
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Just had a further rummage on net. It's a torx 12 point. You would have to but German, wouldn't you! 
12-Point sockets
Triple-square (XZN) bits
Key differences
12-Point sockets
- Design: A socket with 12 points, also known as a double-hexagon.
- Purpose: Designed for 12-point external fasteners, which have a double-hexagon shape.
- Where they're used: Commonly used in automotive maintenance, particularly on German cars like Audis and Volkswagens.
- Tooling: A 12-point socket is a specialized socket that fits a 12-point bolt.
Triple-square (XZN) bits
- Design: A bit that has 12 points with 90-degree internal angles, formed by overlaying three squares.
- Purpose: Used with the triple-square (XZN) drive.
- Where they're used: Found in many automotive applications, especially on German cars.
- Tooling: A bit that fits into a triple-square fastener.
Key differences
| Feature | 12-Point Torx Socket | Triple-Square (XZN) Bit |
|---|---|---|
| Shape | Double-hexagon, with 12 points on the outer edge | 12 right-angled protrusions |
| Purpose | To engage with a 12-point bolt head | To engage with a triple-square (XZN) fastener |
| Application | Primarily German car maintenance | Primarily German car maintenance |
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I wonder if a more common 6-point Torx bit might fit.
It's not ideal, and probably couldn’t be torqued-up to the right setting, but might get you out of a hole until you can find a friendly garage with the correct Torx bit (and matching torque-driver).
Real torxture getting that typed correctly...
It's not ideal, and probably couldn’t be torqued-up to the right setting, but might get you out of a hole until you can find a friendly garage with the correct Torx bit (and matching torque-driver).
Real torxture getting that typed correctly...
Thanks Malc and EV I had a quick search before, in a panic, I had to rush out. Bloody door won't shut properly without extra persuasion from the outside. Now it's shut I won't open it again until I know I can tighten the two loose bolts.
I try and buy the right bit, if available.
I try and buy the right bit, if available.
Plenty of triple square bits on Amazon. Just have to measure for right size or buy a set
Is it like these spline socket set
Turns out I needed a M8 bit
I bought this set on the basis that one bit was less likely to get lost in a boxed set than in the bottom of the toolbox; and you never know when I might need a larger/smaller one.
1 min job to tighten 2 bolts, door now closes without brute force.
I bought this set on the basis that one bit was less likely to get lost in a boxed set than in the bottom of the toolbox; and you never know when I might need a larger/smaller one.
1 min job to tighten 2 bolts, door now closes without brute force.