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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Differential
Timing Light
Rocker Arms
Bearings
Schrader valve
Push Rods
Oil Filter
Camshaft
Cooling System
The combined parts that keep your engine from overheating while it's housing tens of thousands of explosions per minute, mainly the radiator, any radiator fans, the thermostat, cooling hoses, and water pump.
See Also:
Differential
Timing Light
Rocker Arms
Bearings
Schrader valve
Push Rods
Oil Filter
Camshaft
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