Glossary “body repair manual” Definition:
Model specific repair manual published by the vehicle manufacturer.
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body roll
Glossary “body roll” Definition:
A term often used for roll.
body nut
Glossary “body nut” Definition:
Flange on the nut that helps distribute the clamping force of the thin body panel or trim piece to prevent warpage when tightened.
body panels
Glossary “body panels” Definition:
Sheets of material joined together to form a car body.
body pitch
Glossary “body pitch” Definition:
Tendency of a vehicle to dive or squat.
body control module (BCM)
Glossary “body control module (BCM)” Definition:
A component of self-diagnostic systems used to control vehicle function based on monitored inputs.
body file
Glossary “body file” Definition:
Type of file that has very large, open teeth for cutting plastic body filler. Often have a separate blade which fits into a handle.
body fillers
Glossary “body fillers” Definition:
Compounds used to build up and level low areas that cannot be brought back to their original contour by straightening.
body jack
Glossary “body jack” Definition:
Also known as porta-powers, they can be used with frame/panel straighteners or by themselves. It provides a powerful pushing force.
body mounting
Glossary “body mounting” Definition:
1). Rubber cushions, at strategic locations, to dampen noise and vibration. 2). To place a car body on the chassis.
body
Glossary “body” Definition:
The assembly of sheet metal sections and other parts that provide the enclosure of a vehicle.
body and frame
Glossary “body and frame” Definition:
The parts of a vehicle that support all components. A frame that supports the engine and drive train and a body that houses the entire vehicle.
body center marks
Glossary “body center marks” Definition:
Locations stamped into the sheet metal in both upper and lower body areas of the vehicle. They can save time when taking measurements to determine the extend and direction of major damage.
body clips
Glossary “body clips” Definition:
Specially shaped retainers for holding trim and other body pieces. Clips often fit into the back of the trim piece and through the body panel.
bobbed
Glossary “bobbed” Definition:
Trimmed and shortened.
bobweight
Glossary “bobweight” Definition:
The weight attached to a rod journal to simulate the reciprocating mass when balancing a crankshaft.
bmep
Glossary “bmep” Definition:
Brake Mean Efficiency Pressure.
bmpr
Glossary “bmpr” Definition:
Acronym form of Bumper
BMS
Glossary “BMS” Definition:
Bi-Metallic Sensor
BMW
Glossary “BMW” Definition:
British Motor Works, or Barely Moving Wreck, or Big Money Works