Automotive Glossary
Automotive Glossary
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JounceSuspension bump travel due to the wheel hitting an irregularity in the road surface. Also applies when the suspension is pushed down. Also known as bounce. | |
JournalThe surface hardened cylindrical part of a shaft that forms part of a bearing. The journal rotates in round sleeve or split shell bearings. | |
JoystickA control stick that operates a system. | |
JudderIrregular braking or clutch operation with intermittent snatching. | |
Jump LeadsHeavy duty electrical cables used to connect a slave battery to a vehicle with a discharged battery for starting. Also jumper cables. | |
Jump StartStarting a vehicle engine with the aid of a slave battery and jump leads. | |
Jumper CablesHeavy duty electrical cables used to connect a slave battery to a vehicle with a discharged battery for starting. Also jump leads. | |