Abbreviations



Vehicle Maintenance



The Automobile Tools Measurement Fasteners Service Information
$10
What is Diesel
A type of internal combustion engine that does not use spark plugs to ignite fuel/air mixture
$10
What is Jack Stands
These support a vehicle after raising it with a floor jack
$10
What is Feeler Gauge
Used for measuring small clearances or gaps between parts
$10
What is Tap
Used for cutting internal threads in a hole
$10
What is Abbreviations
Letters or groups of letters that stand for entire words
$20
What is Camshaft
The shaft that controls the opening and closing of intake and exhaust valves
$20
What is Dead Blow
A type of hammer that is filled with small metal balls called lead shot
$20
What is Dial Indicator
Measures part movement in thousandths of an inch
$20
What is Die
Cuts external threads
$20
What is Owner's Manual
A booklet given to the purchaser of a new vehicle, containing basic information about operation and maintenance
$30
What is Cooling System
The system that maintains constant engine operating temperature for optimum combustion efficiency
$30
What is Box End
The strongest type of wrench configuration, this wrench fully surrounds the head of a bolt
$30
Metric
System that uses a power (multiple) of 10 for all basic units
$30
What is Gasket
Soft, flexible material that is placed between stationary parts to prevent leakage
$30
What is VIN
A number code, usually found on the dashboard, that indicates engine type, transmission type, and other useful information
$40
What is Lubrication System
The system that reduces friction and wear between internal engine parts
$40
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
$40
What is Vacuum Gauge
Used to measure negative pressure (vacuum)
$40
What is Seal
This prevents leakage between a stationary part and a moving part
$40
What is Flat Rate Manual
Type of manual used to calculate how much labor to charge for a repair
$50
What is Transaxle
Contains the transmission and differential as one assembly
$50
What is Air Ratchet
A pneumatic (air) powered wrench designed for use in limited spaces
$50
What is Torque Wrench
Used to apply a specific amount of turning or twisting force to a fastener
$50
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
$50
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
What is Wide Open Throttle
The term described by the abbreviation "WOT"

AUTO 101 - Rio Hondo College - Mid Term Review

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