Monday, 6 May 2024, 1:37 PM
Site: IMI eLearning
Course: IMI eLearning (IMI eLearning)
Glossary: Automotive Glossary
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EvaporationThe change from liquid to a gas. When solvents leave a wet paint film, they usually do so by evaporation. |
Evaporation RateThe speed at which any liquid evaporates. |
Evaporative CanisterA canister usually containing charcoal that prevents emissions from the fuel tank due to evaporation. |
EvaporatorA radiator in the air conditioning system fitted in the heater and A/C housing. The refrigerant passes through the pipes in the evaporator and vaporises to absorb heat and therefore cool the air stream flowing into the vehicle passenger compartment. |
EvidenceThis is what a candidates needs to produce to prove they have the skills required. |
EVPEGR Valve Position Sensor |
EVRElectronic vacuum regulator solenoid on EGR system. |
Excess Pressure ValveA pressure relief valve that opens if pressure exceeds a set value. Often for safety reasons. |
Exhaust Blow-byGases from the exhaust bypassing a component, for example, the piston rings or a valve in a turbocharger. |
Exhaust EmissionsSubstances vented into the atmosphere from an exhaust system. |