Automotive Glossary
Automotive Glossary
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ReinforceTo make information sink in. | |
Relative DensityThe ratio of the density of one substance to the density of water. Used to measure battery acid strength. Specific gravity is a similar but older term. | |
RelayElectromagnetic switch used in electric circuits to reduce load on smaller switches. | |
Relay CoilThe winding in a relay that when power is supplied to it, causes magnetism, which in turn makes the relay contacts close. | |
RelaysElectromagnetic switches used in electric circuits. | |
Release BearingShaft-mounted thrust bearing that transmits the action of the clutch pedal to disengage the clutch. | |
Release FingersThe fingers in a circular section of the diaphragm on a clutch that move when the release bearing is operated. | |
Release ForkThe actuating lever that moves the release bearing of a clutch. | |
Release LeversSee Release Fork. | |
Release MechanismComponents joining the clutch pedal to the pressure plate of the transmission clutch. | |