Glossary “C-pillar” Definition:
The structural support just behind the rear door that supports the greenhouse.
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CPCS
Glossary “CPCS” Definition:
Canister Purge Control Solenoid
CPCV
Glossary “CPCV” Definition:
Canister Purge Control Valve
CPDV
Glossary “CPDV” Definition:
Choke Pull-off Delay Valve
Cpe
Glossary “Cpe” Definition:
Acronym for Coupe
CPI
Glossary “CPI” Definition:
Central Port Injection
cover plate
Glossary “cover plate” Definition:
Stamped steel cover bolted over the service access of a manual transmission.
cowl
Glossary “cowl” Definition:
That part of a vehicle between the passenger compartment and engine to which the windshield and dashboard are attached.
cowl air intake
Glossary “cowl air intake” Definition:
The inlet at the base of the windshield that allows outside air to enter the heater/air-conditioning system, or driver/passenger compartment of the vehicle.
CP
Glossary “CP” Definition:
Crank Position, or Canister Purge
CPA
Glossary “CPA” Definition:
Connector Position Assurance
coupling stage
Glossary “coupling stage” Definition:
Term referring to the torque converter turbine speed, as it closely approaches the impeller speed; occurs during higher speeds under light loads.
coupling yoke
Glossary “coupling yoke” Definition:
Two integral or separate Y-shaped components to which the universal-joint bearing cups are attached.
courtesy light
Glossary “courtesy light” Definition:
Lamps that illuminate the vehicle interior and/or exterior when a door is opened, and are controlled from the headlight and/or from switches.
cov
Glossary “cov” Definition:
Acronym form of Cover
covalent bonding
Glossary “covalent bonding” Definition:
When atoms share valence electrons with other atoms
countersinking
Glossary “countersinking” Definition:
Machining process, related to drilling, that bevels or recesses the material around the circumference of a hole.
counterweight
Glossary “counterweight” Definition:
1). Weight that is cast opposite each offset connecting-rod journal to provide the necessary balance. 2). Weight that is added to a rotating shaft or member to offset vibration, thereby balancing the part.
counts
Glossary “counts” Definition:
Numerical value (hexidecimal) given to movement increments or steps of a digitally controlled output, such as the idle air control value.
coupling
Glossary “coupling” Definition:
An attachment where one mechanism or part drives another mechanism or part, to follow the movements of the first.