AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICAL TERMS C

CALCULATED LOAD VALUE A scan tool PID that indicates engine load. It is the percentage of engine capacity being used based on current airflow divided by maximum airflow. CAMBER A wheel alignment angle that refers to the inward or outward tilt of the wheels as viewed from the front. Outward tilt is called "positive" camber while inward tilt is called "negative." Ideally, the wheels should have zero...

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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICAL TERMS B

BACKFIRE This is the popping or banging sound sometimes heard in the exhaust when decelerating. It can indicate a problem such as over-rich carburetion, a bad exhaust valve or an ignition problem (retarded timing or a cracked distributor cap). If the backfiring occurs through the carburetor, it may mean over-advanced timing, a bad intake valve or a cracked distributor cap. BACK PRESSURE This is the...

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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICAL TERMS A

AAA Abbreviation for the American Automobile Association. AAA, in conjunction with various local motor clubs, often certifies various repair facilities. The approved facilities must meet certain minimum standards of service to be listed in the local AAA directory. ABS Acronym for "Anti-lock Brake System." Vehicles equipped with ABS use wheel speed sensors and a computer-controlled brake pressure regulator...

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Apa itu Bearing Crush Height

Ketika bearing journal dipasang pada tiap-tiap bagian bore cylinder block atau connecting rod maupun pada bearing cap nya, ujung dari bearing journal yang terpasang tersebut apabila satu sisinya dibuat rata maka pada sisi lainnya akan lebih tinggi. Dan ketika bearing cap nya dipasang sehingga kedua...

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