Glossary “iridescent” Definition:
Rinshed-Martin uses this term to denote their metallic color line.
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IROC
Glossary “IROC” Definition:
An acronym for International Race of Champions.
IPS
Glossary “IPS” Definition:
Idle Position Switch
IPR
Glossary “IPR” Definition:
Injection Pressure Regulator
ionic bond
Glossary “ionic bond” Definition:
A primary bond arising from the electrostatic attraction between two oppositely charged ions, such as electrostatic painting.
ionosphere
Glossary “ionosphere” Definition:
Anything in the upper atmosphere above the earth by about 25 miles (130,000 ft).
IP
Glossary “IP” Definition:
Instrument Panel
IPATS
Glossary “IPATS” Definition:
Integrated Passive Anti-Theft System
IPC
Glossary “IPC” Definition:
Instrument Panel Cluster
IPM
Glossary “IPM” Definition:
Integrated Power Module, or Instrument Panel Module
IOE
Glossary “IOE” Definition:
Intake Over Exhaust.
ion
Glossary “ion” Definition:
1). An atom or group of atoms having an electrical charge, either positive or negative, resulting from orbiting electrons being removed or added. 2). Any atom with more or less electrons than protons.
inverted flare nut
Glossary “inverted flare nut” Definition:
Common type of SAE flare used in automotive.
inverter
Glossary “inverter” Definition:
1). Device used to convert the direct current produced by a fuel cell to alternating current for use at the moter. 2). Device used to convert DC to AC.
I/O
Glossary “I/O” Definition:
Input/Output
IOD
Glossary “IOD” Definition:
Ignition Off Drain
intrusive test
Glossary “intrusive test” Definition:
This is any on-board test run by the diagnostic management system which will have an effect on the vehicles performance or emission levels
inversion layer
Glossary “inversion layer” Definition:
When warm air becomes trapped within 1,000 feet of the ground. The trapped air, along with automotive emissions, produces smog.
inversion valve
Glossary “inversion valve” Definition:
A normally open air valve used primarily in parking and emergency brake systems.
intrusion beam
Glossary “intrusion beam” Definition:
A beam inside the door frame, which protects the occupants during side impact.