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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Coolant
Grease Seal
Gasket
Connecting Rod
Crankshaft Pulley
Flash Point
Camshaft Sensor
Sending Unit
Lug Nuts
The nuts that hold a wheel onto the axle, the torque ratings when these are put back on are critical to keep from losing a wheel or warping a brake disc.
See Also:
Coolant
Grease Seal
Gasket
Connecting Rod
Crankshaft Pulley
Flash Point
Camshaft Sensor
Sending Unit
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