Glossary “kick panels” Definition:
Small panels between the front pillars and the rocker panels.
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kill switch
Glossary “kill switch” Definition:
Switch used to disconnect the electrical system in an emergency.
killed
Glossary “killed” Definition:
1). To bring to a stop, such as to kill an engine. 2). To overcome completely or with irresistible effect.
kilo
Glossary “kilo” Definition:
Prefix representing the number 1,000
kickdown valve
Glossary “kickdown valve” Definition:
Valve located in the valve body of a A/T that develops kickdown pressure.
kickdown
Glossary “kickdown” Definition:
A downshift to the next lower gear in an A/T when the driver applies full throttle, as in overtaking and passing another vehicle.
kickdown cable
Glossary “kickdown cable” Definition:
Connecting mechanism used to signal the transmission valve body when the driver wants or need full acceleration. Valve body allows the transmission to select a lower gear range that will help to improve acceleration.
kickdown linkage
Glossary “kickdown linkage” Definition:
See kickdown cable.
kickdown pressure
Glossary “kickdown pressure” Definition:
Pressure developed to downshift the transmission from a high gear to a lower gear.
keyway
Glossary “keyway” Definition:
Groove milled or machined onto a shaft or into a bore to accept a square, half moon, or a round piece of metal.
kg
Glossary “kg” Definition:
Acronym for the metric kilogram.
kick out of gear
Glossary “kick out of gear” Definition:
To shift to neutral.
key PWR
Glossary “key PWR” Definition:
Battery voltage that is received, via the ignition switch when the key is in the ON position.
keyboard
Glossary “keyboard” Definition:
Input device used to key programs and data into the computer’s storage.
keyless entry
Glossary “keyless entry” Definition:
System using a coded keypad that allows the operator to unlock the doors or the trunk from outside the vehicle without the use of a key.
KEYPWR
Glossary “KEYPWR” Definition:
Key Power
keystone ring
Glossary “keystone ring” Definition:
Compression piston ring, double tapered and shaped like a keystone.
Key On Engine Off (KOEO)
Glossary “Key On Engine Off (KOEO)” Definition:
Ignition key is in the ON position, but the engine is not running.
Key On Engine Running (KOER)
Glossary “Key On Engine Running (KOER)” Definition:
Ignition key is in the ON position, and the engine is running.
key
Glossary “key” Definition:
1). Device used by equipment manufactures to retain parts in alignment. 2). Refers to a tool used to tighten the chuck on a drill. 3). A small block inserted between a shaft and hub to prevent circumferential movement.