Glossary “little end” Definition:
Smaller end of a connecting rod.
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live axle
Glossary “live axle” Definition:
An axle through which power is applied via a differential and half shaft.
liquified natural gas (LNG)
Glossary “liquified natural gas (LNG)” Definition:
Methane gas (CH4) that has been converted to a liquid by chilling.
liquified petroleum gas (LPG)
Glossary “liquified petroleum gas (LPG)” Definition:
A predominately propane gas (C3H8) that contains some butane gas (C4H10) that is compressed to a liquid state.
liquifier
Glossary “liquifier” Definition:
Term used for condenser.
liter
Glossary “liter” Definition:
Metric unit of liquid measure or volume. One liter equals 1,000 cubic centimeters, or about 61 cubic inches.
liquidus
Glossary “liquidus” Definition:
Lowest temperature at which a metal or an alloy is completely liquid.
liquid crystal display (LCD)
Glossary “liquid crystal display (LCD)” Definition:
Type of alpha-numerical readout display on some instruments using a liquid-crystal film sandwiched between glass plates that become opaque when an electrical current is applied.
liquid filled gauge
Glossary “liquid filled gauge” Definition:
Mechanical instrument that is filled with a clear liquid, to stop needle oscillations that could affect accuracy.
liquid line
Glossary “liquid line” Definition:
Line connecting the receiver-drier outlet with the expansion-valve inlet.
liquid masking material
Glossary “liquid masking material” Definition:
A masking system that seals off the entire vehicle to protect undamaged panels and parts from paint overspray
liquid vapor separator
Glossary “liquid vapor separator” Definition:
An evaporative emissions or fuel supply system control component that allows vaporized fuel to return to the fuel tank, where it condenses for reuse. Uncondensed vapors flow through tubing into the charcoal canister.
linkage power steering
Glossary “linkage power steering” Definition:
Type of steering system that has a power assist connected directly to the steering rods.
lip seals
Glossary “lip seals” Definition:
Rubber seals which display one or more lipped surfaces, and are able to contain or control fluid pressures.
liquid coolant circulation
Glossary “liquid coolant circulation” Definition:
Term used for coolant circulation.
liquid cooled engine
Glossary “liquid cooled engine” Definition:
Engines that are cooled by circulating coolant around the cylinders and through passages in the heads.
liquid cooling
Glossary “liquid cooling” Definition:
A method of engine cooling that relies on coolant circulation through water jackets inside the cylinder head and block, then on to a radiator to maintain proper operating temperature.
lining
Glossary “lining” Definition:
The friction material attached to the drum brake shoe or disc brake pad that contacts the brake disc or drum when the brakes are applied.
lining fade
Glossary “lining fade” Definition:
Brake fade due to a loss of brake lining coefficient of friction caused by excessive heat.
link
Glossary “link” Definition:
1). Lever or rod to transmit movement from one part to another. 2). The portion of a chain’s structure that connects two adjacent joint or pitch centers.