Glossary “index” Definition:
1). To examine and adjust rod journal spacing and alignment. 2). Installing a camshaft relative to the crankshaft so the valves open and close at precisely the right time. 3). To orient two parts by marking them. During assembly, the parts are arranged so the index mark are next to each other. Used in some cases to preserve the orientation between balanced parts. 4). To adjust or align.
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indicated horsepower (IHP)
Glossary “indicated horsepower (IHP)” Definition:
A measurement of power developed by the combustion processes in the cylinders, not considering friction.
independent publishers
Glossary “independent publishers” Definition:
Publishers that provide service and repair information on a variety of subjects, such as automobiles.
independent rear suspension (IRS)
Glossary “independent rear suspension (IRS)” Definition:
1). Suspension system in which both rear wheels are free to move independently of the other, providing a reduction of unsprung weight as well as overall vehicle-weight reduction. 2). An independent suspension system at the rear of a vehicle.
independent service
Glossary “independent service” Definition:
General or specialty service provided by independent garages on all types and makes of vehicles.
independent suspension
Glossary “independent suspension” Definition:
A suspension system by which a wheel on one side of a vehicle can move vertically without affecting the wheel on the other side, and wheel jounce or rebound travel of one wheel does not directly affect the movement of the opposite wheel.
incomplete joint penetration
Glossary “incomplete joint penetration” Definition:
Joint penetration that is unintentionally less than the thickness of the weld joint.
incompressible
Glossary “incompressible” Definition:
A volume of liquid that remains the same under pressure
incorrect gun stroke speed
Glossary “incorrect gun stroke speed” Definition:
Term that means you are moving the gun too slowly or quickly.
increments
Glossary “increments” Definition:
A series of regular additions from small to large.
independent front suspension (IFS)
Glossary “independent front suspension (IFS)” Definition:
Suspension system method of supporting the chassis on the wheels without the use of rigid axles where the movements of the two front wheels are not interdependent; one wheel does not force the other wheel to change its plane of rotation.
included operations
Glossary “included operations” Definition:
A repair that can be performed individually, but is also part of another operation.
incl
Glossary “incl” Definition:
Acronym form of Includes
inclined surface
Glossary “inclined surface” Definition:
1). A slope or slanted surface. 2). A valve rotator.
inclinometer
Glossary “inclinometer” Definition:
Device designed with a spirit level and graduated scale to measure the inclination of a driveline assembly. Some have a magnetic based which allows them to be held in place while making measurements on a steel drive line.
included angle
Glossary “included angle” Definition:
1). Sum of the kingpin or ball-joint inclination angle and the camber angle of a vehicle’s front wheel. 2). The sum of the camber angle added to the steering axis-inclination angle. 3). The angle included between the outer surfaces of the link-plate contours of a silent chain that meshes with the sprocket tooth form.
inch
Glossary “inch” Definition:
Is equal to 25.4 mm, 2.54 cm, or 0.0254 meters.
inch pound
Glossary “inch pound” Definition:
Amount of work required to rase one pound one inch
inch-pound
Glossary “inch-pound” Definition:
An English measure of torque.
inches of mercury (in-Hg)
Glossary “inches of mercury (in-Hg)” Definition:
Term used to designate a vacuum on the English scale.