Glossary “temporary-use-only spare tire” Definition:
A term used for compact spare tire.
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tensile cord
Glossary “tensile cord” Definition:
Cords in the belt of a tire that provide strength.
tensile failure
Glossary “tensile failure” Definition:
Failure in a synchronous belt drive caused by mishandling, misalignment, overloading, shock loads, or by large debris entering into the drive.
temperature vacuum switch
Glossary “temperature vacuum switch” Definition:
Located in the air cleaner of the carburetor, it is used to controll vacuum to the EGR valve and other diaphragms. A cold air “lockout”. Responds to temperature of the inlet air heated by the exhaust manifold. Looks very much like a CWM.
tempered glass
Glossary “tempered glass” Definition:
A strong, break-resistant type of safety galss that, if broken, shatters into small granular pieces.
tempering
Glossary “tempering” Definition:
Process of reheating steeel to a temperature between 300 to 1,100¡ãF, then allowing to cool slowly. Tempering makes the steel more workable and improves toughness.
tempilsticks
Glossary “tempilsticks” Definition:
See temperature stick.
temperature stick
Glossary “temperature stick” Definition:
A stick-like crayon designed to melt at a specific temperature when rubbed on a heated surface.
temperature rating
Glossary “temperature rating” Definition:
The temperature-resistance ratings that indicate a tire’s ability to withstand heat.
temperature sending unit
Glossary “temperature sending unit” Definition:
Device in contact with the engine coolant that changes resistance, depending on its temperature, and sends a voltage signal to the gauge or lamp.
temperature sensing bulb
Glossary “temperature sensing bulb” Definition:
Term used for remote sensing bulb.
temperature glide
Glossary “temperature glide” Definition:
The range of an evaporating or condensing temperature for a given pressure.
temperature indicator
Glossary “temperature indicator” Definition:
Gauge or lamp to warn of an overcooling or overheating condition.
tell-tale light
Glossary “tell-tale light” Definition:
Term used for dash warning light.
temper
Glossary “temper” Definition:
1). Measurement of a metal’s hardness. 2). To heat treat metal to reduce brittleness.
temperature
Glossary “temperature” Definition:
Measurement of heat intensity.
temperature coefficient
Glossary “temperature coefficient” Definition:
Amount of change in the characteristics of a substance, device, or circuit for a given change in temperature.
temperature gauge
Glossary “temperature gauge” Definition:
Device that provides a visual indication of temperature.
TEL
Glossary “TEL” Definition:
Acronym form of tetraethyl lead, or telescope.
telescoping gauges
Glossary “telescoping gauges” Definition:
Used to measure bore diameters and other clearances. They are normally offered in sizes ranging from fractions of an inch through six inches. Consists of two telescoping plungers, a handle and a lock screw. After the plungers have been allowed to expand against the bore, the lock is set and the plunger distance is measured with a outside micrometer.