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lock nut

Glossary “lock nut” Definition:
1). A nut that is designed to lock when tightened or torqued. 2). A second nut that is screwed down tightly against the first nut.

load test

Glossary “load test” Definition:
1). Starter motor test in which the current draw is measured under normal cranking load. 2). Battery test whereby the battery is loaded for testing.

load rating

Glossary “load rating” Definition:
A term designating the maximum weight that a particular tire is designed to support, usually related to a specific air pressure.

load carrying ball joint

Glossary “load carrying ball joint” Definition:
The lower ball joint on low-mounted coil springs or torsion bars or the upper ball joint on high-mounted, coil-spring suspensions; compression or tension loaded, supporting the weight of the vehicle.