Automotive Glossary


Automotive Glossary

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Undercoat

A first coat; primer, sealer, or surfacer applied to the substrate. Frequently used to provide corrosion protection and adhesion.

Understeer

Steering condition of a turning vehicle when the vehicle attempts to turn by a lesser degree than the steered position taken by the driver. This condition is usually provided by vehicle design in order to improve the driveability of the vehicle.

Underwritten

Sign and accept liability (legal).

Unequal Wishbones

Suspension type with an upper wishbone shorter than the lower wishbone. The geometry of this layout keeps the wheel camber reasonably constant during suspension movements. Also SLA suspension.

Unidirectional

Move in one direction only.

Unidirectional Clutch

A clutch, used in starter motors for example, to only allow drive to pass in one direction.

Union Nut

A hollow nut used to secure hydraulic pipes.

Unit-body Construction

Vehicle body and chassis constructed as a single unit. As distinct from a separate chassis and body construction. Also unitary body construction.

Unitary Body Construction

Vehicle body and chassis constructed as a single unit. As distinct from a separate chassis and body construction. Also unit-body construction.

Universal Joints

Rotating shaft coupling that permits angular axial displacement. Some types will also operate with linear misalignment of axes.


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