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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Brake Drag
Power Brakes
Power Booster
Drum Brakes
Brake Backing Plate
Brake Calipers
Brake Cylinder
Hydraulic Brakes
Splash Shield
A removable device found on disc brake systems that protects the discs from water and dirt.
See Also:
Brake Drag
Power Brakes
Power Booster
Drum Brakes
Brake Backing Plate
Brake Calipers
Brake Cylinder
Hydraulic Brakes
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