Glossary “fishtail” Definition:
To lose traction with the rear wheels, allowing them to uncontrollably swing from side to side.
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FISR
Glossary “FISR” Definition:
Fast Idle Solenoid Relay
fit
Glossary “fit” Definition:
The range of tightness or looseness that results from the application of a specific combination of tolerances in mating parts.
FITS
Glossary “FITS” Definition:
Fast Idle Temperature Sensor
fish eye
Glossary “fish eye” Definition:
Crater-like opening in a newly painted surface, caused by water, oil, or a silicone-based material.
fish eye eliminator
Glossary “fish eye eliminator” Definition:
Paint additive that helps smooth the paint when smallcraters or holes in the paint film are a problem.
fish
Glossary “fish” Definition:
To pull wire or cable through a conduit, raceway, or other confine space.
first gear
Glossary “first gear” Definition:
A small diameter driving helicalor spur type gear located on the cluster gear assembly. First gear provides the greatest amount of torque multiplication, to get the vehicle moving.
first order vibration
Glossary “first order vibration” Definition:
Vibrates only once per revolution. Vibration frequency that is produced only once during a complete revolution or cycle.
FIRTFT
Glossary “FIRTFT” Definition:
Fix It Right The First Time
FIS
Glossary “FIS” Definition:
Fuel Injection Solenoid
fire point
Glossary “fire point” Definition:
Lowest temperature at which a flammable liquid will flash ignite at its surface, and continue to burn.
fire suit
Glossary “fire suit” Definition:
An aluminized fire-resistant driving suit.
fire wall
Glossary “fire wall” Definition:
1). The partition between the engine and passenger compartment. 2). In computer terms, a system designed to prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network.
firing order
Glossary “firing order” Definition:
Order in which the cylinders deliver power.
first aid box
Glossary “first aid box” Definition:
Kit made of various first-aid bandages, dressing, creams, and wraps for the emergency treating of minor injuries.
fire (class C)
Glossary “fire (class C)” Definition:
Fire resulting from the burning of electrical equipment, motors, and switches.
fire (class D)
Glossary “fire (class D)” Definition:
Fire resulting from the burning of combustible metals, such as magnesium.
fire bottle
Glossary “fire bottle” Definition:
Term used for fire extinguisher.
fire extinguisher
Glossary “fire extinguisher” Definition:
Device used to put out fires with the use of chemicals.