Glossary “soldering” Definition:
Welding process that produces consolidation of materials by heating them to the proper temperature and using a filler metal having a liquids not exceeding 840¡ãF.
solder
Glossary “solder” Definition:
Filler metal used in joining two or more parts that has a liquidus state not exceeding 840¡ãF.
solar power
Glossary “solar power” Definition:
Electricity that is generated by solar cells.
solar cell
Glossary “solar cell” Definition:
A semiconductor that converts sunlight to electrical energy.
SOHC
Glossary “SOHC” Definition:
Single Overhead Camshaft
software
Glossary “software” Definition:
1). Computer instructions or data. Anything that can be stored electronically is software. 2). The various programs stored in the RAM , ROM, and PROM memories that serves as instructions for the microprocessor
soft top
Glossary “soft top” Definition:
1). A convertible top. 2). A vehicle having a convertible top.
soft solder 95/5
Glossary “soft solder 95/5” Definition:
A lead-free metallic alloy of 95% tin (Sn) and 5% antimony (Sb); used to repair or join ferrous metal parts for temperatures below 350¡ãF.
soft plug
Glossary “soft plug” Definition:
Term used for core plug.
soft parts
Glossary “soft parts” Definition:
Parts in a rebuild kit, all rubber seals and gaskets, bands, friction discs, thrust washers, and bushings.
soft brazing
Glossary “soft brazing” Definition:
Brazing with materials that melt at temperaturesbelow 900¡ãF.
SOFFSOL
Glossary “SOFFSOL” Definition:
Fuel Shutoff Solenoid
SOF
Glossary “SOF” Definition:
Shift On the Fly
sodium cooled valve
Glossary “sodium cooled valve” Definition:
Partially hollow valve stem containing metallic sodium that melts at a low temperature (208¡ãF) and when in its liquid state at operating temperatures splashes around inside the valve, transferring heat away from the valve head to the valve guide, and then transferred to the cooling system..
sodium silicate
Glossary “sodium silicate” Definition:
A white, grey, or colorless compound sometimes used to seal small cracks or leaks in the cooling system.
sodium hydroxide
Glossary “sodium hydroxide” Definition:
A caustic soda (NaOH) that makes a good parts cleaner when mixed with water. Found in small amounts following an air bag deployment.
sodium bicarbonate
Glossary “sodium bicarbonate” Definition:
Baking soda (NaHCO) used to neutralize battery acid.
Society of Independent Gasoline Marketers of America (SIGMA)
Glossary “Society of Independent Gasoline Marketers of America (SIGMA)” Definition:
A trade association of wholesale and retail private-brand gasoline marketers.
Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS)
Glossary “Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS)” Definition:
A trade association of those involved in the collision-repair industry.
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
Glossary “Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)” Definition:
A professional organization of the automotive industry founded in 1905, the SAE is dedicated to providing technical information and standards to the automotive industry.