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Galvanic corrosion
Cooling and heatingEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a type of corrosion caused by electrical currents
- galvanic
- corrosion
Crevice corrosion
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Corrosion occurring in crevices or areas where moisture accumulates
- corrosion
- engine
aluminum corrosion
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
corrosion that occurs in aluminum parts, often accelerated by phosphates
- corrosion
- aluminum
corrosion inhibitors
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
substances added to coolant to prevent corrosion, such as sodium nitrite or sodium benzoate
- coolant
- corrosion
Corrosion Protection
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Coatings or treatments that prevent or reduce corrosion on vehicle surfaces
- rust
- protection
Nitrates
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Compounds that inhibit corrosion on ferrous surfaces and protect against pitting and crevice corrosion
- corrosion
- inhibitor
inhibitors
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
substances added to coolant to prevent corrosion
- coolant
- corrosion
Phosphate
Cooling and heatingEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a chemical compound used as a corrosion inhibitor in antifreeze
- corrosion
- inhibitor
Silicates
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Compounds that inhibit corrosion on aluminum surfaces and protect against cavitation
- corrosion
- aluminum
aeration
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
the process of introducing air into the coolant, which can accelerate corrosion
- coolant
- corrosion
Mercaptobenzothiazole
Cooling and heatingEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a chemical compound used as a corrosion inhibitor for copper and brass components
- corrosion
- inhibitor
Cavitation erosion
Cooling and heatingEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a type of corrosion that occurs when coolant bubbles collapse against aluminum surfaces
- corrosion
- pump
Solder bloom
Cooling and heatingEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a type of corrosion that occurs in radiators due to high-lead solder
- corrosion
- radiator
Lead bloom
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A type of contaminant that can clog radiator tubes, possibly related to corrosion
- corrosion
- contaminant
Tolytriazole
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A corrosion inhibitor that provides protection similar to MBT, but is more durable at higher temperatures
- corrosion
- inhibitor
Galvanization
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a process of applying a protective zinc coating to steel
- corrosion
- protection
Rubberized undercoating
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Type of coating used to protect metal surfaces from corrosion
- undercoating
- rubberized
Antifreeze
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A substance that prevents freezing of the coolant in vehicle engines
- coolant
- corrosion
Borates
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Compounds that provide buffering and neutralization of acidic combustion gas by-products
- corrosion
- buffering
Galvanized steel
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Steel coated with a layer of zinc to protect against corrosion
- materials
- metals
phosphate free formula
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a type of coolant formula that does not contain phosphates
- coolant
- corrosion
Stainless steel exhaust
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Type of exhaust system made from stainless steel, resistant to corrosion
- exhaust
- stainless
Silica dropout
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A type of contaminant that can occur when silicates drop out of the coolant
- corrosion
- contaminant
Sulfated
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Describes a lead-acid battery affected by persistent lead-sulfate deposits on its plates. Gerry’s FAQ associates this condition with prolonged discharged storage and reduced serviceability. This is different from corrosion visible on external terminals, and the label alone does not establish that a battery can be restored.
- battery
- condition