Thursday, 28 March 2024, 5:01 PM
Site: IMI eLearning
Course: IMI eLearning (IMI eLearning)
Glossary: Automotive Glossary
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JounceSuspension bump travel due to the wheel hitting an irregularity in the road surface. Also applies when the suspension is pushed down. Also known as bounce. |
JournalThe surface hardened cylindrical part of a shaft that forms part of a bearing. The journal rotates in round sleeve or split shell bearings. |
JoystickA control stick that operates a system. |
JudderIrregular braking or clutch operation with intermittent snatching. |
Jump LeadsHeavy duty electrical cables used to connect a slave battery to a vehicle with a discharged battery for starting. Also jumper cables. |
Jump StartStarting a vehicle engine with the aid of a slave battery and jump leads. |
Jumper CablesHeavy duty electrical cables used to connect a slave battery to a vehicle with a discharged battery for starting. Also jump leads. |