Glossary “engine cooling system” Definition:
Term used for cooling system.
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engine cradle
Glossary “engine cradle” Definition:
Sub-frame bolted to the vehicle frame or underbody, that supports the engine. The engine cradle may also support the transmission and the suspension system. Sometimes called the powertrain cradle.
engine displacement
Glossary “engine displacement” Definition:
Volume swept within an engine as its cylinders make one stroke, generally expressed in cubic inches, cubic centimeters, or liters.
engine dynamometer
Glossary “engine dynamometer” Definition:
Device to measure engine horsepower at the flywheel.
engine dyno
Glossary “engine dyno” Definition:
Term used for engine dynamometer.
Engine EAR
Glossary “Engine EAR” Definition:
Trade name of an electronic noise detection device. Consists of an earphone head-set, adjustable amplifier and a noise sensor. It is primarily used to isolate engine noises, vacuum leaks (noise), body squeaks, and rattles.
engine coolant temperature sensor (ECTS)
Glossary “engine coolant temperature sensor (ECTS)” Definition:
Electronic or electro-mechanical unit for sensing engine-coolant temperature.
engine cooling fan
Glossary “engine cooling fan” Definition:
Term used for cooling fan.
engine coolant temperature (ECT)
Glossary “engine coolant temperature (ECT)” Definition:
The temperature of the coolant in an engine.
engage
Glossary “engage” Definition:
Coupling of two members, like the driving flywheel and pressure plate, to rotate and drive the driven disc of a clutch.
engagement chatter
Glossary “engagement chatter” Definition:
Shaking, shuddering action that takes place as the driven disc makes contact with the driving members caused by a rapid grip and slip action.
engine
Glossary “engine” Definition:
Device that burns fuel to produce mechanical power; to convert heat energy into mechanical energy.
engine bay
Glossary “engine bay” Definition:
Area in a vehicle occupied by the engine.
engine block
Glossary “engine block” Definition:
Term used for cylinder block.
engine configuration
Glossary “engine configuration” Definition:
Relating to the style and type of engine, such as V-8, pancake, and so on.
energized
Glossary “energized” Definition:
Having the electric current or source turned on
energy
Glossary “energy” Definition:
Capacity for performing work and overcoming resistance.
energy reserve module
Glossary “energy reserve module” Definition:
It allows the air bag to deploy in the event of a vehicle power failure.
eng
Glossary “eng” Definition:
Acronym form of Engine.
endurance limit
Glossary “endurance limit” Definition:
Maximum stress that a metal is able to withstand without failure, after a specified number of cycles of stress.