Glossary “electrohydraulic unit” Definition:
The microprocessor and hydraulic units are combined in one unit.
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electroluminescence
Glossary “electroluminescence” Definition:
Exciting a phosphor and causing it to glow by using electricity.
electrolysis
Glossary “electrolysis” Definition:
1). Charging a material’s chemical composition by applying an electromotive force and having an electrical current flow through it. 2). Process where an electric current is passed through an electrolytic solution, causing a chemical reaction.
electrolyte
Glossary “electrolyte” Definition:
1). Substance in which the condition of electricity is accompanied by chemical action. 2). Any substance which, in solution, is separated into ions and is made capable of conducting electric current. 3). The sulfuric acid solution of a lead-acid battery. 4). Chemical compound that conducts ions from one electrode the the other inside a fuel cell.
electrolytic cell
Glossary “electrolytic cell” Definition:
Simple battery consisting of the container, two electrodes, and electrolyte.
electrocution
Glossary “electrocution” Definition:
Death caused by electrical current through the heart, usually in excess of 50 ma.
electrode
Glossary “electrode” Definition:
1). Component of the electrical circuit that terminates at a gap across which current must arc. 2). Contacts of a semiconductor material that emits, collects or controls the movement of electrons or holes. 3). Rod used in welding.
electrode tips
Glossary “electrode tips” Definition:
Resistive spot welding part that allows current flow through a spot weld.
electrohydraulic pressure actuator
Glossary “electrohydraulic pressure actuator” Definition:
Valve that will provide a continuous adjustment of fuel pressure in certain fuel-injection systems.
electrical symbols
Glossary “electrical symbols” Definition:
Graphic representations of electrical and electronic components used in wiring diagrams.
electrical system
Glossary “electrical system” Definition:
The system of wiring, switches, relays and modules associated with distributing electricity.
electricity
Glossary “electricity” Definition:
Electricity is the movement of free electrons from one atom to another through a conductor.
electrochemical
Glossary “electrochemical” Definition:
The chemical action of two dissimilar materials in the presents of a electrolyte.
electrochromic mirror
Glossary “electrochromic mirror” Definition:
Mirror that automatically adjusts the amount of reflectance based on the intensity of glare.
electric welding
Glossary “electric welding” Definition:
Term used for arc welding.
electrical fires
Glossary “electrical fires” Definition:
Results when excessive current flow causes wiring to overheat, melt and burn.
electrical load control solenoid (EL)
Glossary “electrical load control solenoid (EL)” Definition:
Solenoid that when energized causes idle speed to increase to compensate for electrical loads on the engine.
electrical load unit
Glossary “electrical load unit” Definition:
Control unit which can detect that an electrical load is being applied. It signals the processor to stabilize the idle.
electrical repairs
Glossary “electrical repairs” Definition:
Repairing electrical components such as wiring, wiring harnesses, wiring connectors, and sensors.
electric fuel pump
Glossary “electric fuel pump” Definition:
Device having either a reciprocating diaphragm or a revolving impeller operated by electricity to draw fuel from the tank to the fuel delivery system.