Glossary “lambda sensor” Definition:
A European auto maker’s term for the oxygen sensor.
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Lambda Sond
Glossary “Lambda Sond” Definition:
The first closed-loop, fuel injected system to appear in production, developed jointly by Robert Bosch and SAAB.
ladder frame
Glossary “ladder frame” Definition:
Term used for ladder chassis.
lag
Glossary “lag” Definition:
1). The incorrect operation of a shock absorber because of aeration due to the mixing of air with oils, causing the shock absorber to produce a poor ride. 2). A hesitation in throttle response. 3). Time it takes a turbocharger to catch up with demand.
lambda
Glossary “lambda” Definition:
1). The Greek letter L. 2). Term used by engineers to represent A/F ratio. 3). A European auto maker’s term for the oxygen sensor.
lambda control
Glossary “lambda control” Definition:
Using a lambda, sensor-controlled computer to adjust the air/fuel mixture.
lacing
Glossary “lacing” Definition:
Method used to mend cracks in cylinder heads and blocks using threaded repair plugs side-by-side and overlapping each other.
lack of power
Glossary “lack of power” Definition:
Excessive accelerator application is required to achieve cruise speed. Acceleration is slower than expected.
lacquer
Glossary “lacquer” Definition:
Type of paint that dries by solvent evaporation that must be rubbed out to produce a gloss.
ladder bars
Glossary “ladder bars” Definition:
Device attached to the chassis or frame at one point and to the rear axle at two points, to reduce rear-axle windup.
ladder chassis
Glossary “ladder chassis” Definition:
A conventional frame design that consists of two side rails, not necessarily parallel, connected to each other by a series of cross members like a ladder.
LAC & LACN
Glossary “LAC & LACN” Definition:
Low Vacuum Air Control Valve and Low Vacuum Air Control Valve
lace painting
Glossary “lace painting” Definition:
Involves spraying through lace fabric to produce a custom pattern in the paint.
labeled
Glossary “labeled” Definition:
Identifying mark or trademark of a nationally recognized testing lab that is attached to signify that the item has been tested and meets appropriate standards.
LAC
Glossary “LAC” Definition:
Low Vacuum Air Control Valve
LAC & EACN
Glossary “LAC & EACN” Definition:
Low Vacuum Air Control Valve and Electric Air Control Valve
L4
Glossary “L4” Definition:
In-line four cylinder
lab scope
Glossary “lab scope” Definition:
Device for viewing electrical signals as waveforms, usually portable.
L-head
Glossary “L-head” Definition:
Term used for L-head engine.
L-head engine
Glossary “L-head engine” Definition:
Engine with intake and exhaust valves in the block, parallel to the pistons and cylinders.