The Automobile | Tools | Measurement | Fasteners | Service Information |
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What is Diesel
A type of internal combustion engine that does not use spark plugs to ignite fuel/air mixture
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What is Jack Stands
These support a vehicle after raising it with a floor jack
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What is Feeler Gauge
Used for measuring small clearances or gaps between parts
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What is Tap
Used for cutting internal threads in a hole
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What is Abbreviations
Letters or groups of letters that stand for entire words
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What is Camshaft
The shaft that controls the opening and closing of intake and exhaust valves
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What is Dead Blow
A type of hammer that is filled with small metal balls called lead shot
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What is Dial Indicator
Measures part movement in thousandths of an inch
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What is Die
Cuts external threads
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What is Owner's Manual
A booklet given to the purchaser of a new vehicle, containing basic information about operation and maintenance
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What is Cooling System
The system that maintains constant engine operating temperature for optimum combustion efficiency
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What is Box End
The strongest type of wrench configuration, this wrench fully surrounds the head of a bolt
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Metric
System that uses a power (multiple) of 10 for all basic units
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What is Gasket
Soft, flexible material that is placed between stationary parts to prevent leakage
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What is VIN
A number code, usually found on the dashboard, that indicates engine type, transmission type, and other useful information
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What is Lubrication System
The system that reduces friction and wear between internal engine parts
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What is Snap Ring Pliers
These pliers have sharp, pointed tips used for removing and installing special "clips" or "rings" that fit into grooves in parts
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What is Vacuum Gauge
Used to measure negative pressure (vacuum)
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What is Seal
This prevents leakage between a stationary part and a moving part
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What is Flat Rate Manual
Type of manual used to calculate how much labor to charge for a repair
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What is Transaxle
Contains the transmission and differential as one assembly
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What is Air Ratchet
A pneumatic (air) powered wrench designed for use in limited spaces
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What is Torque Wrench
Used to apply a specific amount of turning or twisting force to a fastener
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What is Cap Screw
Another name for a bolt that is threaded into a part, such as a cylinder head, without the use of a nut
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What is Repair Order
The form used to record information about a vehicle that is being serviced, often used as an invoice for the customer
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What is Wide Open Throttle
The term described by the abbreviation "WOT"
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