Monday, 20 May 2024, 5:28 PM
Site: IMI eLearning
Course: IMI eLearning (IMI eLearning)
Glossary: Automotive Glossary
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SnatchingTerm used to describe the action of a clutch when the take up is too sharp/severe. |
SOCState of charge (of a battery) |
Sodium HydroxideA chemical used as the inflater for some air bags. |
Soft Interface PadA support pad to which a finishing film abrasive disc can be attached. A soft interface pad reduces the pressure transmitted to the surface to be finished and moderates the cutting effect of the abrasive. Also used to great advantage on highly contoured surfaces. |
Soft Jawed ViceA vice with soft material fitted to the jaws to prevent damage to any components held in it. |
SoftwareA computer program. |
SOHCSingle Overhead Camshaft Engine. |
SolderA mixture of lead and tin used to join wires and terminals. |
Soldered JointTermination of cables with solder. |
SolenoidA coil of wire. Usually used to refer to a device containing an electromagnet. |