Friday, 26 April 2024, 1:00 AM
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Glossary: Automotive Glossary
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Centre BearingsBearings usually used to support a rotating shaft - at its centre. Many RWD propshafts have a centre bearing for example. |
Centre LinkThe centre track rod of a three-part steering system which connects the steering box drop arm to the idler and the two outer track rods. |
Centre of GravityThe point about which an object would balance in all directions. Also the point about which it can be said that gravity is acting on something. |
Centre Point SteerSteering geometry, parallel with the vehicle axis, in which wheel camber and steering swivel axes meet at the centre line of a steered wheel at ground level. |
Centrifugal ForceThe outward movement felt as a car turns a sharp corner. |
Centrifugal UnitMechanical system using weights attached to a shaft. These move out against spring force as the shaft speed increases. Senses shaft speed for ignition advance and diesel pump speed. |
CERCold Enrichment Rod |
CESSCold Engine Sensor Switch |
Cetane NumberApplies to diesel fuels as a measure of the delay in ignition after injection. A higher number indicates a shorter delay. |
Cetane RatingSee cetane number. |