Glossary “Triumph” Definition:
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trip
Glossary “trip” Definition:
1). A key cycle (key on, run, key off/power-down ) where the enable criteria for a particular diagnostic are met and the diagnostic test runs. 2). Ignition cycle and engine run sequence in which the PCM runs emission control monitors.
trim pad tool
Glossary “trim pad tool” Definition:
Tool designed to reach behind interior panels to pop out and remove clips.
trim screw
Glossary “trim screw” Definition:
Screw that has a washer attached to it. It improve the appearance and helps keep the trim from shifting.
trigger source
Glossary “trigger source” Definition:
Signal that supplies the scope with its trigger or starting point. This can be either internal or from an external source
trigger wheel
Glossary “trigger wheel” Definition:
Term for an armature used in a magnetic pick-up (VRS), Hall effect or optical sensing device.
triggering
Glossary “triggering” Definition:
Using a signal to start one or more events.
trigger slope
Glossary “trigger slope” Definition:
Slope that a trigger source signal must reach before the trigger circuit initates a sweep.
trigger holdoff
Glossary “trigger holdoff” Definition:
A control that allowes for adjustment of the period of time after a valid trigger during which the oscilloscope cannot trigger.
trigger level
Glossary “trigger level” Definition:
Voltage level that a trigger source signal must reach befor the trigger circuit intiates a sweep
trigger mode
Glossary “trigger mode” Definition:
Mode that determines whether or not the oscilloscope draws a waveform if it does not detect a trigger
triaxle suspension
Glossary “triaxle suspension” Definition:
A suspension consisting of three axles with a means of equalizing weight between them.
trichloroethylene
Glossary “trichloroethylene” Definition:
Chlorinated cleaning solvent often used in aerosol brake cleaner.
trickle charger
Glossary “trickle charger” Definition:
Battery charger with a very low output used to slowly recharge a battery.
tri-power
Glossary “tri-power” Definition:
A triple two-barrel carburetor setup.
tri-Y header
Glossary “tri-Y header” Definition:
An exhaust manifold setup that pairs cylinders according to their firing order to provide better exhaust scavenging.
triangulation
Glossary “triangulation” Definition:
The arrangement of frame members for greater durability and rigidity.
tri-coat
Glossary “tri-coat” Definition:
Painting system having three layers of topcoat paint.
tree
Glossary “tree” Definition:
Term used for Christmas tree.
tree diagnostics chart
Glossary “tree diagnostics chart” Definition:
Flow chart that suggests logical procedures to follow when troubleshooting a problem.