Glossary of Auto Terms
DriverSide's Car Dictionary has the most comprehensive definitions of automotive terms. This auto glossary can help you decipher what your mechanic is fixing and what the purpose or function of the particular auto part or accessory is for. We have taken the mystery out of automotive service jargon, so that you don't have to.
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Connecting Rod
Flash Point
Accelerator
Crankcase
Kickdown Switch
Downshifting
Tachometer
Gasket
Idle
An engine is said to "idle" when it's not doing "work," but rather is merely running with no throttle input at all.
See Also:
Connecting Rod
Flash Point
Accelerator
Crankcase
Kickdown Switch
Downshifting
Tachometer
Gasket
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