Glossary “THS 3/2” Definition:
Transmission Hydraulic Switch 3rd/2nd gear
THS
Glossary “THS” Definition:
Transmission Hydraulic Switch
thrust washer
Glossary “thrust washer” Definition:
Washer that is capable of supporting a thrust load while maintaining the proper spacing within the component. A washer onto which a force is applied.
thrust surface
Glossary “thrust surface” Definition:
Area of a crank or block that absorbs end-to-end thrust pressure. A surface onto which a force is applied.
thrust plate
Glossary “thrust plate” Definition:
Retainer that positions the camshaft in an OHV engine and limits its end-to-end movement.
thrust load
Glossary “thrust load” Definition:
Load placed on a part that is parallel with the center of the axis.
thrust line
Glossary “thrust line” Definition:
Bisector of total toe on the rear wheels, or the direction in which the rear wheels are pointing.
thrust bearings
Glossary “thrust bearings” Definition:
A thrust bearing is a flat baring used to provide ease of rotation between component parts usually in the transmission while maintaining the proper spacing of the parts. also see thrust washer.
thrust bearing
Glossary “thrust bearing” Definition:
Bearing or a part of the main bearing that limits end-to-end movement of the crankshaft.
thrust angle
Glossary “thrust angle” Definition:
The angle between the geometric centerline and the thrust line of a vehicle.
thrust
Glossary “thrust” Definition:
Term meaning force delivered.
throwout bearing
Glossary “throwout bearing” Definition:
Term for clutch release bearing.
throw a rod
Glossary “throw a rod” Definition:
1). A loose connecting rod bearing. 2). A broken connecting rod that has been forced through the block or oil pan.
throw
Glossary “throw” Definition:
1). A connecting rod journal on a crankshaft. 2). The number of output circuits on a switch.
through hardened washer
Glossary “through hardened washer” Definition:
Hardened through out, not just on the surface
throttling valve
Glossary “throttling valve” Definition:
Term used for throttle valve, suction throttling valve, or evaporator pressure regulator.
throttle valve
Glossary “throttle valve” Definition:
Moveable valve that controls the amount of air admitted into the induction system.
throttle solenoid positioner
Glossary “throttle solenoid positioner” Definition:
Electric device that holds the throttle plate in the hot-idle position and closes it when the ignition switch is turned off.
throttle return check
Glossary “throttle return check” Definition:
A dashpot.
throttle pressure
Glossary “throttle pressure” Definition:
Transmission hydraulic pressure that is directly related to engine load. Throttle pressure, which increases with throttle opening and engine torque output, is one of the principle pressures used to control shift points.