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Site: IMI eLearning
Course: IMI eLearning (IMI eLearning)
Glossary: Automotive Glossary
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Bump Stop

A rubber spring that limits and dampens the movement of a spring to prevent excessive deflection and spring damage.

Buoyancy

The ability to float in liquid or in air.

Burrs

Term used to describe rough edges on metal components.

Bus

A motor vehicle which is constructed or adapted to carry more than eight seated passengers (see also Minibus).

Bush

Cylindrical sleeve forming a bearing surface for a shaft or pin.

Bushes (rubber)

A metal and rubber composite bearing that provide both a limited range of movement and insulation from road vibration.

Buss Bar

A conductor in a fuse box or other electrical distribution device.

Butyl

Synthetic rubber impervious to oxygen.

Butyl Acetate

A medium-evaporating solvent used in paint.

Bypass

A secondary route in a system that allows gas, liquid or electricity to flow outside of the main route.