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Electromechanical Power Steering
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Speed-sensitive electrical power-assisted steering system
- steering
- convenience
Steering Angle Sensor
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Sensor that measures the angle of the steering wheel
- sensor
- steering
Steering Locknut
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A locknut that secures the steering system in place
- steering
- locknut
- fastener
Steering column cover plate
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Cover plate for the steering column
- vanagon
- t25
- steering
Speed-Dependent Power Steering
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
System that adjusts power steering based on vehicle speed
- steering
- power
Counter-Steering Assistance
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
System that assists the driver with counter-steering in critical driving situations
- steering
- assistance
safety steering column
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a steering column designed to reduce injury in the event of a collision
- safety
- steering
Parking Steering Assistant
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A system that assists the driver in parking by steering the vehicle into parallel and perpendicular spaces
- parking
- steering
- assistant
Active Return
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Convenience and safety feature of electromechanical power steering
- steering
- safety
PS reservoir
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A container that holds the power steering fluid
- reservoir
- steering
Ball joint
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A component that connects the control arm to the steering knuckle
- suspension
- steering
Return hose
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A hose that returns fluid to the power steering reservoir
- hose
- steering
Steel piping
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A metal pipe that carries fluid to the power steering system
- piping
- steering
Tie rod
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A tie rod is a rod that connects the steering gear to the wheels.
- tie
- rod
- steering
Adaptive chassis control (DCC)
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a system that adjusts the vehicle's suspension and steering for optimal performance
- suspension
- damping
- steering
kid/lock-up
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a system allowing steering while braking hard
- braking
- suspension
running gear
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
the components of a vehicle that maintain contact with the road surface
- suspension
- steering
Cornering Light
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Dynamic cornering light, a swiveling bi-xenon system that follows steering wheel movements
- lighting
- safety
Control arm
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A component that connects the suspension system to the frame of the vehicle
- suspension
- steering
Forward control
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A vehicle layout where the driver and steering gear are positioned in front of the front wheels
- vw
- type2
- layout
TÜV
Bus terminologyEnglish · source definition
(Technischer Überwachungs Verein) An agency of the German Federal Government. sort of a combination of DOT and EPA , as well as being responsible for inspecting cars every few years. They very thoroughly checks the car's safety features (breaks, body rust, steering). Older cars often fail, so they head for Eastern Europe, while Germany is left with only spic-and-span cars. Some people believe there is a collusion with car manufacturers to increase turnover.