Sunday, 5 May 2024, 11:32 AM
Site: IMI eLearning
Course: IMI eLearning (IMI eLearning)
Glossary: Automotive Glossary
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Topping OffTopping up. |
Topping UpProcess of making sure a fluid is full to the top or appropriate level marking. |
TorqueRotary or turning force. The SI unit of torque is Nm. The force in Newtons multiplied by the distance in metres. |
Torque ConverterA fluid flywheel with a stator that creates a back force in the turbine that is added to the force from the impellor to give an increase in output torque. |
Torque SettingsValues recommended by a manufacturer, to which certain fixings should be tightened. |
Torque WrenchA calibrated wrench that allows tightening and adjustment of fasteners to a specified torque setting. |
Torque-to-yieldType of bolt used for holding cylinder heads. They are made from a steel alloy that allows a tough hold down force at the yield point of the material. These bolts usually require tightening by an angular value and replacement whenever they are removed. |
TorsionA twisting force that results in torsional stress. |
Torsion BarMetal spring used in vehicle suspension. Uses a twisting action along the length of the spring to provide suspension movement. |
Torsion SpringsA spring that works by twisting. |