A shock absorber attached to the steering linkage intended to prevent abrupt 'kickback' at the steering wheel, usually found on trucks or v […]
What the tire is mounted on. Wheels can be made of steel or a light alloy, such as aluminum.
An alternator that operates primarily when the engine has no need for power, i.e., when coasting or during braking. The alternator remains […]
The tubing and connections that carry fuel through a vehicle.
The average number of kilometers (miles) a vehicle is able to travel using one liter (gallon) of fuel Used data - tests that consist of 55% […]
A method of transferring digital data wirelessly through Bluetooth or WiFi technology.
A mechanism that prevents steering wheel movement unless the ignition switch is moved from the locked position.
A system that uses the adaptive cruise control sensors to monitor the following distance to the car ahead; if the gap is closing sufficient […]
Also referred to as 'load rating.' A numerical value assigned to a tire by its manufacturer to indicate the tires capability to carry a loa […]
A four- to six-digit numerical key necessary to return functionality to a vehicles audio head unit after it has been removed or disconnecte […]
A steering mechanism in which the steering shaft turns a worm gear that, in turn, causes a toothed metal block to move back and forth. Ball […]
A digital display projected from a vehicles dashboard onto its windshield to provide information within the drivers direct line of sight.
Vehicle equipment that is installed by the manufacturer (in contrast to equipment that may be installed by the dealer or the owner).
The estimated cost of fueling a vehicle over the course of a year, assuming 15,000 miles per year are driven and a price per gallon designa […]
Positive crankcase ventilation filter/positive crankcase ventilation valve. Devices that allow the venting of combustion gases from the cra […]
An insulated plug that supports the electrodes between which the electrical arc or "spark" passes to initiate ignition of a spark-ignition engine.
Simple measurement of the vertical movement of the tire (or axle and wheel). The ability of one axle to move - left tire up, right tire dow […]
Liquefied petroleum gas, also called propane, is a combustible by-product of natural gas processing and crude oil refining. LPG has been em […]
A device that enables a vehicles navigation system to determine the direction the vehicle is facing.
Rapid, uncontrolled combustion of the air-fuel mixture in the cylinder that results in a hard, rattling sound. Detonation can cause severe […]
A vacuum-based device that amplifies the foot pressure applied to power brakes.