time guide

Glossary “time guide” Definition:
A reference, providing average time required to perform specific repairs or service to a motor vehicle, that may be used as a labor charge based on an hourly rate.

time constant

Glossary “time constant” Definition:
Time in seconds required for a capacitor to attain 63.2% of its final charge. Also a measure of the time in seconds it takes for current flowing in an inductance to build to 63.2% of its final value.

time base

Glossary “time base” Definition:
Oscilloscope circuitry that controls the timing of the sweep. The time base is set by the operator in seconds or divisions.

tilt steering wheel

Glossary “tilt steering wheel” Definition:
Type of steering wheel that can be tilted to various angles to provide for driver comfort and convenience.

Tijuana chrome

Glossary “Tijuana chrome” Definition:
Silver, chrome, or aluminum spray paint.

TIG weld

Glossary “TIG weld” Definition:
Welding process using tungsten (W) and inert gas such as Argon (Ar).

TIG

Glossary “TIG” Definition:
Tungsten Inert Gas.

tie rod end

Glossary “tie rod end” Definition:
Pivoting ball and socket joint connection, located near the outer end of the tie rod used to connect the tie rods to the center link and to the steering arms.

tie rod coupling

Glossary “tie rod coupling” Definition:
Threaded sleeve between the tie rod and the tie-rod end providing lengthwise adjustment to set front-wheel toe in.