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Oxidizing Catalytic Converter
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Device reducing emissions by converting pollutants
- emissions
- engine
ECU
Bus terminologyEnglish · source definition
Electronic Control Unit. Generally refers to the 'computer' that controls the fuel injection system.
Throttle valve lever
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Lever that controls throttle valve opening
- throttle
- valve
Slick 50
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A brand of engine treatment containing PTFE
- engine
- treatment
- lubricant
Gasket
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Component that seals the joint between two engine components
- engine
- seal
Wasserboxer engine
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Water-cooled engine used in some Volkswagen models
- engine
- wasserboxer
Crankshaft Assembly
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Collection of components that make up the crankshaft
- engine
- crankshaft
Cylinder liners
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Thin cylindrical components that line the engine block
- engine
- assembly
Oil pump
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A component that pumps oil through an engine
- engine
- oil
Ignition System
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
System responsible for generating the high voltage needed to create a spark in the engine's cylinders
- ignition
- engine
Stainless steel exhaust
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Type of exhaust system made from stainless steel, resistant to corrosion
- exhaust
- stainless
Variable Intake Manifold
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A system that adjusts the intake manifold to optimize engine performance
- engine
- manifold
Electronic Engine Management
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A system that coordinates engine parameters for economical and ecological operation
- engine
- management
PAG refrigerant oil
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a type of oil used in refrigerant systems, compatible with R134a
- oil
- refrigerant
V-belt
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Type of belt that drives engine accessories
- engine
- accessories
Stroke
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
The distance traveled by a piston in a vehicle's engine
- engine
- stroke
CO-2
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Carbon Dioxide, a measure of combustion efficiency in engines
- emissions
- combustion
Main bearing
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Bearing that supports the crankshaft in the engine block
- engine
- bearing
Valve Guides
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
The parts that support the valves in an engine
- engine
- valve
Intercooler
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A device that cools compressed air to increase oxygen density
- engine
- cooling
- turbo
Exhaust outlet
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
The point at which exhaust gases exit the vehicle
- exhaust
- emissions
Distributor clamp
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A device used to secure the distributor in place
- ignition
- clamp
Crevice corrosion
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Corrosion occurring in crevices or areas where moisture accumulates
- corrosion
- engine
Doghouse
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A fan shroud introduced in 1971 for upright air-cooled engines.
- engine
- fan