Glossary “CATEMP 21” Definition:
Catalyst Temperature Bank 2, Sensor 1. Displayed in degrees.
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CATEMP 22
Glossary “CATEMP 22” Definition:
Catalyst Temperature Bank 2, Sensor 2. Displayed in degrees.
CAT EVAL
Glossary “CAT EVAL” Definition:
Catalyst System Evaluation
catalysis
Glossary “catalysis” Definition:
The action of a catalyst.
casting number
Glossary “casting number” Definition:
A part number that has been cast into a part during manufacture.
castor oil
Glossary “castor oil” Definition:
Lubricant made from the castor bean.
cat
Glossary “cat” Definition:
Acronym for catalytic converter.
caster angle
Glossary “caster angle” Definition:
The amount, measured in degrees from the vertical, that the upper ball joint is located behind or ahead of the lower ball joints.
casting
Glossary “casting” Definition:
Object formed to the required shape by pouring or injecting liquid metal or material into a mold.
casting flash
Glossary “casting flash” Definition:
Thin metal exuding at the parting edges of a casting mold, evident when the part is removed from the mold.
castellate
Glossary “castellate” Definition:
Formed to resemble a castle battlement.
castellated nut
Glossary “castellated nut” Definition:
A nut with six raised portions or notches through which a cotter pin can be inserted to secure the nut and retain position after tightening..
caster
Glossary “caster” Definition:
1). The angle between the steering-spindle axis and the wheel vertical as viewed from the side. 2). The rearward or forward angle of the steering axis viewed from the side of the car.
cast-iron guide
Glossary “cast-iron guide” Definition:
Valve guide made of cast iron.
case harden
Glossary “case harden” Definition:
A heat-treating process that hardens the outer surface of metal, while leaving the core soft and ductile.
case washers
Glossary “case washers” Definition:
Washer that are hard on the surface only, the core of the washer is soft and will compress.
casing
Glossary “casing” Definition:
1). Outer part of a tire assembly made of fabric or cord to which the rubber is vulcanized. 2). The outer housing or shell containing as assembly.
cast iron
Glossary “cast iron” Definition:
A term used for a family of cast ferrous alloys containing at least 2% carbon, plus silicon and sulfur; may or may not contain other alloy elements.
cartridge filter respirators
Glossary “cartridge filter respirators” Definition:
Rubber face piece that conforms to the face and forms an airtight seal. Used to protect against vapors and spray mists of nonactivated enamels, lacquers, and other non-isocyanate materials. Respirator must be properly fitted, and technician must be trained in the proper use of the respirator. Some states require a physical exam. before using any type of respirator.
CAS
Glossary “CAS” Definition:
Clean Air System