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Relay lever
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Lever that activates a relay switch
- switching
- actuation
Idle/full throttle switch
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A switch that signals the engine computer when the throttle is in the idle or full throttle position
- engine
- throttle
Vacuum switch
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A device that controls the flow of vacuum to the differential lock
- drivetrain
- component
Starter solenoid
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Electromagnetic switch controlling the starter
- starter
- solenoid
Relay
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
An electromagnetic switch that controls a circuit
- relay
- electrical
- starter
Operational safety
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Achieved through logical arrangement of control stalks and switches
- usability
- safety
Daytime Running Lights
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Separate lights built into headlights or bumper that are switched on during daytime
- lights
- headlights
- bumper
Electronic Parking Brake
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A brake system that replaces the traditional handbrake with an electronic switch
- parking
- brake
- electronic
Auf-Zu
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A system for switching between the main gas tank and an emergency reserve
- gas
- gauge
- reserve
VC
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A device in the front differential of a Syncro that provides the switching action between the rear diff/wheels and the front.
- syncro
- viscus
Parasitic load
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
An electrical load that continues drawing battery current when the vehicle is switched off. Gerry’s FAQ mentions clocks and other key-off equipment: some draw is intentional, while excessive draw reduces parked starting reserve. Camper appliances deliberately powered from a leisure battery should be distinguished from an unexplained starter-battery drain.
- battery
- load