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Hall generator
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Component generating signal for ignition timing
- ignition
- electrical
Three-phase
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A type of electrical system that uses three alternating currents to generate a smoother flow of power
- electrical
- alternators
Electric harness
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A bundle of electrical wires and connectors
- wiring
- ecu
Locking barb
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A mechanism to secure a connector
- connectors
- wiring
- electrical
Recuperation
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Process of converting braking energy into electrical energy
- recuperation
- energy
- braking
Rectify
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
To convert alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC)
- electrical
- conversion
Amperage amplifier
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A device that increases the current flow
- amperage
- amplifier
- electrical
Fuse box cover
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Protective lid for the fuse box
- fuses
- electrical
Diodes
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Electronic components that allow current to flow in one direction
- electrical
- components
Solenoid
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
An electromagnetic device that controls the flow of electrical current
- starter
- component
Alternative Wiring Diagrams
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Optional diagrams for electrical system wiring
- wiring
- diagram
Blade fuses
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Type of automotive fuse with a blade-like design
- fuses
- electrical
Electromechanical Power Steering
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Speed-sensitive electrical power-assisted steering system
- steering
- convenience
Cigarette lighter
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A device that provides a flame for lighting cigarettes
- accessory
- electrical
Glow Plug Relay
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Electrical relay for glow plug circuit
- diesel
- ignition
- relay
Ground strap
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A strap that provides a grounding connection between components
- electrical
- grounding
Volt meter
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A device that measures electrical voltage
- volt
- meter
- electrical
Blower-fan
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Fan that blows air for heating or cooling
- blower
- fan
- electrical
Ammeter
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A device that measures the current flowing through a circuit
- electrical
- measurement
- ammeter
Dual/Aux Battery
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A secondary battery installation in a vehicle
- battery
- electrical
Rotor
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A moving component of an alternator that generates a magnetic field
- electrical
- components
Alternator mounting bolt
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A bolt that secures the alternator in place
- electrical
- alternator
Wiper interval relay
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Relay controlling the interval of the windshield wipers
- wipers
- electrical
Starter cable
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A cable that connects the battery to the starter motor
- electrical
- starting