Glossary “telescoping shock absorber” Definition:
A shock having certain working parts that move in and out during compression and rebound.
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television radio suppression cables
Glossary “television radio suppression cables” Definition:
Term used for spark plug wires or high tension cables.
technical service bulletins
Glossary “technical service bulletins” Definition:
(TSB) The periodic information provided by the vehicle manufacturers regarding any problems encountered.
technician
Glossary “technician” Definition:
One involved in the design, operation, service or repair of a vehicle.
TED
Glossary “TED” Definition:
Thermo Electrical Device
Teflon
Glossary “Teflon” Definition:
Patented plastic with excellent anti-heat characteristics, which is sometimes used in transmission bushings, thrust surfaces or sealing ring applications.
Teflon pin bottom
Glossary “Teflon pin bottom” Definition:
A Teflon piston-pin retainer that fits between the pin and cylinder wall.
technical inspection
Glossary “technical inspection” Definition:
The examination of vehicles before an event to ensure that they conform to the rules.
TD/TAC
Glossary “TD/TAC” Definition:
Trap Door / Thermostic Air Cleaner
T-head engine
Glossary “T-head engine” Definition:
A flathead engine having intake valves on one side and exhaust valves on the other side of the cylinders.
tear tag
Glossary “tear tag” Definition:
Label attached to the PCM to identify its calibration.
Tech 1
Glossary “Tech 1” Definition:
A scantool recommended by GM for computer diagnosis
TDCM
Glossary “TDCM” Definition:
Theft Deterrent Control Module
TDCPASS
Glossary “TDCPASS” Definition:
Top Dead Center Bypass Mode
TDDV
Glossary “TDDV” Definition:
Trap Door Delay Valve
TDG
Glossary “TDG” Definition:
Transportation of Dangerous Goods
TDR
Glossary “TDR” Definition:
Time Delay Relay, or Transmission Data Recorder
TDCL
Glossary “TDCL” Definition:
Total Diagnostic Communication Link
TCV
Glossary “TCV” Definition:
Thermactor Check Valve, or Thermal Control Valve
TC-VS
Glossary “TC-VS” Definition:
Throttle Closing – Vacuum Switch