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CO value
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Measure of carbon monoxide emissions in the exhaust gas
- co
- emission
heat sink thermal silicone heat transfer compound
Cooling and heatingEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A paste that improves heat transfer between two surfaces
- thermal
- compound
diaphragm type clutch cover
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a type of clutch cover that uses a diaphragm to engage and disengage the clutch
- clutch
- cover
Silicates
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Compounds that inhibit corrosion on aluminum surfaces and protect against cavitation
- corrosion
- aluminum
Compression pressure
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Measure of the pressure within an engine's cylinders
- engine
- compression
- pressure
Ball joint
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A component that connects the control arm to the steering knuckle
- suspension
- steering
Borates
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Compounds that provide buffering and neutralization of acidic combustion gas by-products
- corrosion
- buffering
Component ID
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A unique identifier for a component in a vehicle's electrical system.
- wiring
- diagram
Compressor ring
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A ring that seals the compression chamber in an engine.
- engine
- cylinder
Thermo-switch
Cooling and heatingEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A temperature-controlled switch located at the bottom of the radiator
- radiator
- temperature
- cooling
Windscreen washer bottle cap cover
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Cover for windscreen washer bottle cap
- interior
- trim
Cornering Light
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Dynamic cornering light, a swiveling bi-xenon system that follows steering wheel movements
- lighting
- safety
combustion chamber
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A chamber where fuel is burned to produce heat or power
- flame
- combustion
Sealing compound
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Substance applied to surfaces to create a seal between engine components
- engine
- seal
Plug wire connector
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A connector that attaches to a spark plug wire
- engine
- electrical
ZEREX EXTREME 450
Cooling and heatingEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A brand of phosphate-free coolant made by BASF.
- coolant
- zerex
- extreme
Modification code
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A code indicating a modification or change to a vehicle part
- identification
- nomenclature
Compressor
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A device that compresses air for use in painting and other applications
- air
- tool
- equipment
Bluetooth
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
System for wireless communication between devices
- wireless
- communication
Pigtail
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Electrical connector or wiring harness branch
- wiring
- connectors
Electrical Power Consumption
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
The amount of electrical power used by a device or system
- electrical
- power
- consumption
compression clamp
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A type of clamp that uses compression to hold something in place
- fastener
- clamp
Upper control arm bushings
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Components that require regular inspection to prevent premature wear
- suspension
- bushings
Distributor
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Component that directs the high voltage from the ignition coil to the correct cylinder
- ignition
- engine