Automotive Glossary


Automotive Glossary

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Beam Setter

Equipment used to check the alignment of vehicle headlights.

Bearing Cap

Half-round parts that holds the big end and main bearings into place either on the con rods or engine block.

Bearing Clearance

The freeplay between a bearing shell and journal.

Bearing Nip or Crush

Applies to the applied grip of a split shell bearing when the two halves are tightened together.

Bearings

Components used to support a shaft and allow rotation.

Bell Housing

Cover over the clutch assembly. Usually joins the gearbox to the engine.

Benign

A benign condition is one that is not usually serious or harmful. Zero emissions for example.

Benzole

Hydrocarbon fuel additive and octane improver.

Bevel Gears

Gears cut at an angle from the periphery so that they can transmit a drive through an angle. An example is the final drive crown wheel and pinion.

BHP

Brake Horse Power


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