Glossary “adjustable shock absorber” Definition:
A shock absorber having an external means of adjustment to calibrate it precisely for a specific desired operating condition.
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adhesive remover
Glossary “adhesive remover” Definition:
Chemical used to clean off the remaining vinyl glue after removal of a stripe or decal.
adhesives
Glossary “adhesives” Definition:
Chemicals used to hold gaskets in place during assembly. Also aid in sealing, by filling small irregularities on the surface and by preventing the gasket from shifting due to engine vibration.
adiabatic engine
Glossary “adiabatic engine” Definition:
An engine having combustion chambers insulated with a high-temperature material. Heat loss is kept at a minimum and is retained rather than being allowed to dissipate through the cooling and exhaust systems. This results in a higher proportion of thermal energy being converted to useful power.
adhesive bonding
Glossary “adhesive bonding” Definition:
1). A technique for bonding metals and/or plastics together during assembly of panels and bodies. 2). A process used to attach aftermarket body kits, such as rocker panels and spoilers. 3). Friction material used in brake shoes and pads are bonded.
adhesive release agent
Glossary “adhesive release agent” Definition:
Chemical that dissolves most types of adhesives.
adhesion bonding
Glossary “adhesion bonding” Definition:
Uses oxyacetylene to melt a filler metal onto the work piece for joining.
adhesion promoter
Glossary “adhesion promoter” Definition:
Material applied to a surface before the application of either adhesive or paint, to strengthen the bond.
adhesive
Glossary “adhesive” Definition:
1). Substance that holds a part such as a gasket in place during component assembly. 2). Any substance that is capable of bonding other substances together by surface attachment. In an auto glass replacement context, it is a high-strength polyurethane material unless otherwise specified.
adhesive bonded door skin
Glossary “adhesive bonded door skin” Definition:
A door skin that is bonded, not welded, to the door frame.
adhesive bonded parts
Glossary “adhesive bonded parts” Definition:
Metal or plastic parts that are held together by the use of a high strength epoxy or special glue.
add-on
Glossary “add-on” Definition:
1). Any device or system added to a vehicle by the dealer, independent, or owner. 2). A component or device added to a computer system to increase its storage capacity, to modify its architecture, or to upgrade its performance; circuitry or system that can be attached to a computer or harness.
add-on coolers
Glossary “add-on coolers” Definition:
1). Method of increasing the transmission system’s cooling capacity by adding an external fluid cooling unit. 2). A device to provide cooling for the power steering fluid or engine oil.
additive
Glossary “additive” Definition:
1). Any material added to a lubricating grease or oil to improve its suitability for service. It may improve a property that the lubricant already possesses or give it properties that it does not naturally possess. 2). Any material added to the cooling system to inhibit rust, increase the boiling point, and/or decrease the freezing point. 3). Any one of a number of special chemicals added to a paint to bring about special effects. 4. Chemicals or compunds that are added to a vehicles fuel in very small quantities to improve and maintain fuel quality.
address
Glossary “address” Definition:
Number identifying the location in a computer’s memory, or a peripheral; or in general, a destination or source.
adhesion
Glossary “adhesion” Definition:
1). The ability of a tire to remain in contact with the road surface. 2). The property of oil that causes it to cling to metal surfaces, such as bearings.
adaptive suspension system
Glossary “adaptive suspension system” Definition:
Suspension system that are able to change ride characteristics by continuously altering shock damping and ride height
adaptor
Glossary “adaptor” Definition:
Another spelling of “adapter”.
ADB (X)
Glossary “ADB (X)” Definition:
Automatic Differential Braking
ADC
Glossary “ADC” Definition:
Analog to Digital Converter: electronic component that converts an electrical signals into discrete binary values. Changes analog signals to digital signals.