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Central Locking
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a system for locking and unlocking doors and luggage compartment
- security
- convenience
Locking barb
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A mechanism to secure a connector
- connectors
- wiring
- electrical
KESSY
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Keyless locking and starting system, offering convenience and ease of use
- keyless
- locking
- starting
locking differential
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
prevents wheels from spinning freely, directing power to wheel with better grip
- axle
- wheel
- traction
Self-locking hex nuts
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Type of nut that locks itself in place to prevent loosening
- fasteners
- hardware
Door pull locks
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Locking mechanisms for vehicle doors
- locks
- doors
Radio remote control
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a device for controlling central locking remotely
- convenience
- security
Torsen Differential
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Mechanically self-locking center differential for four-wheel drive
- four-wheel
- drive
anti-lock braking system
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A system that prevents the wheels from locking up during hard braking
- brakes
- safety
Engine Drag Torque Control
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Prevents driven wheels from locking on slippery surfaces under engine braking
- msr
- traction
- stability
ABS
Bus terminologyEnglish · source definition
Anti-Locking Braking System. a computerized method of helping to prevent wheel skid/lock-up during braking. it does not prevent spins, nor does it allow you to stop in a shorter distance. it does allow you to steer the car while braking as hard as possible. available as an option on some Vanagons and EuroVans in Europe during the late 1980's-1990's.