Glossary “output test mode (OTM)” Definition:
Testing function that allows outputs to be turned on and off to check the operation of actuators.

Glossary “output monitor” Definition:
There are two output monitors, the IAC output and output state monitor.

Glossary “output shaft” Definition:
Shaft of a transmission or gear set that is driven.

Glossary “output shaft housing” Definition:
Casting which surrounds or contains the output shaft. Also referred to as an extension housiing.

Glossary “Output State Check (OSC)” Definition:
A Ford performance test, after the KOEO continuous codes have been sent. Allows the processor to activate some actuators for additional diagnostics.

Glossary “output driver” Definition:
An electronic switch in a computer used to turn ON and OFF an actuator in a vehicle.

Glossary “output driver module” Definition:
Module capable of controlling seven different outputs with differing loads. It contains circuit protection and data bus communications and fault detection

Glossary “output member” Definition:
Driven member of a planetary gearset.

Glossary “output control” Definition:
Circuits inside the processor that are used to turn external devices or components on and off.

Glossary “output device” Definition:
An actuator which takes commands from a control module and performs a specific duty or task.