Glossary “additive” Definition:
1). Any material added to a lubricating grease or oil to improve its suitability for service. It may improve a property that the lubricant already possesses or give it properties that it does not naturally possess. 2). Any material added to the cooling system to inhibit rust, increase the boiling point, and/or decrease the freezing point. 3). Any one of a number of special chemicals added to a paint to bring about special effects. 4. Chemicals or compunds that are added to a vehicles fuel in very small quantities to improve and maintain fuel quality.