Automotive Glossary
Automotive Glossary
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Gloss MeterAn apparatus for measuring the gloss of paint film. | |
GNDGround. | |
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GovernorA control device that limits the speed of a unit or controls or senses the operation of a unit. An example is the governor in a diesel injection pump which controls the engine speed. | |
Governor PressureThe control pressure in an automatic transmission that senses vehicle speed. It is applied to the hydraulic control unit or valve body to effect gear shifts in relation to vehicle speed. | |
Governor ValveThe valve in an automatic transmission, which is fitted on the output shaft. The rotational speed acts on a spring-loaded valve to regulate pump pressure. The governor pressure acts on the gear shift control plunger in the valve body. | |
GPMGrams Per Mile | |
GPSGlobal Positioning System: This is a navigational system involving satellites and computers that can determine the latitude and longitude of a receiver on Earth by computing the time difference for signals from different satellites to reach the receiver. | |
Grab (Brake)A braking condition where the brakes lock up when light pedal effort is applied. Caused by brake linings digging into the drum or disc on application. Usually cured by forming a chamfer on the leading edge of the lining. | |