Glossary “FICM” Definition:
Fuel Injection Control Module
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FICM logic power
Glossary “FICM logic power” Definition:
FICM power input used to supply logic circuit.
FICM MPWR
Glossary “FICM MPWR” Definition:
Power created by the DC/DC converter sent out to drive the injectors.
fiberglass mat
Glossary “fiberglass mat” Definition:
Series of long fiberglass strands irregularly distributed to form a patch. It is used to strengthen and form a shape for the resin liquid.
fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP)
Glossary “fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP)” Definition:
A plastic structure or panel that is reinforced with fiberglass.
fiberglass resin
Glossary “fiberglass resin” Definition:
Another form of plastic body repair material. It is a thick resin liquid.
fiberglass body filler
Glossary “fiberglass body filler” Definition:
A plastic filler with fiberglass material added. It is used fro rust repair or where strength is important.
fiberglass cloth
Glossary “fiberglass cloth” Definition:
Made by weaving the fiberglass strands into a stitched pattern.
fiber composites
Glossary “fiber composites” Definition:
A mixture of metallic threads along with a resin, form a composite. Offering weight and cost reduction, long-term durability, and fatigue life. Fiberglass is a fiber composite.
fiber optics
Glossary “fiber optics” Definition:
A data-transmission medium made of tiny threads of plastic (polymethyl methacrylate) that transmit huge amounts of data via light waves, at the speed of light. Also used in some automotive applications for a small light source for cigarette lighter, ashtray, or heater controls.
fiber reinforced plastic (FRP)
Glossary “fiber reinforced plastic (FRP)” Definition:
Plastic panels reinforced with fiber.
fiber timing gears
Glossary “fiber timing gears” Definition:
Camshaft timing gears made of fiber composition material that reduce gear noise.
Fiberglas
Glossary “Fiberglas” Definition:
Trade name for Owens Corning fiberglass-reinforced plastic.
fiberglass
Glossary “fiberglass” Definition:
1). The generic spelling of Fiberglas. 2). A product used to fabricate or mold durable lightweight parts and auto body panels.
fiber composite leaf spring
Glossary “fiber composite leaf spring” Definition:
Leaf springs made of fiberglass, laminated and bonded together by tough polyester resins; incredibly lightweight, they possess some unique ride-control characteristics.
fiber composite spring
Glossary “fiber composite spring” Definition:
Term used for fiber-composite leaf spring.
FI
Glossary “FI” Definition:
Fuel Injection.
Fiat
Glossary “Fiat” Definition:
Failure In Automotive Technology, or Fix It Again Tomorrow
FF
Glossary “FF” Definition:
Flex Fuel
FFS
Glossary “FFS” Definition:
Flexible Fuel Sensor