Automotive Glossary
Automotive Glossary
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Toe InBasic setting of the road wheels on one axle when adjusted so that the front edges are angled very slightly inwards. Free play in the steering gear or suspension arms is taken up during forward motion to bring the wheels to a parallel position. | |
Toe OutBasic setting of the road wheels on one axle when adjusted so that the front edges are angled very slightly outwards. Free play in the steering gear or suspension arms is taken up during forward motion to bring the wheels to a parallel position. | |
Toe Out On TurnsThe difference between the angles of turn of the steered wheels when cornering. The angles are measured at 20 degrees for the inner wheel when checks and comparisons are being made. The outer wheel angle should be less than the inner wheel. | |
ToleranceThe amount that any dimension can be from the nominal size. | |
TolueneA widely used solvent or diluent or a co-solvent. (Co-solvents are used to help make sure the paint forms a tough, durable film). A fast-evaporating, high solvency, aromatic hydrocarbon. | |
Tone DiscA metal disc that sets the tone (frequency and volume) at which a horn operates. | |
Top CoatThe final layer of paint applied to a substrate. Several coats of topcoat may be applied in some cases. | |
Top Dead CentreThe position of the crankshaft when the piston is at its highest position in the cylinder. The crankshaft is at 0° of rotation. | |
TopcoatPaint for appearance and weather seal. | |