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Tuesday, 14 May 2024, 2:24 AM
Site: IMI eLearning
Course: IMI eLearning (IMI eLearning)
Glossary: Automotive Glossary
U

UV

Ultra violet.

UV Stabilizers

Chemicals added to paint to absorb the ultraviolet radiation present in sunlight. Ultraviolet radiation decomposes the polymer molecules in a paint film and thus UV stabilizers are used to prolong paint life.
V

V

Volts

V BATT

Battery voltage.

V Belt

A continuous loop drive belt with a 'vee' section. The sides of the belt grip the side faces of 'vee' pulleys to provide a friction drive method.

V PWR

Power voltage.

V-belt

A continuous loop drive belt with a 'vee' section. The sides of the belt grip the side faces of 'vee' pulleys to provide a friction drive method.

V.I.N

Vehicle Identification Number."

V(ref)

Reference voltage.

V5/V5C

Vehicle log book/registration certificate. Issued by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency.