Automotive Glossary
Automotive Glossary
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TensionForce due to a pulling effort. | |
Tension RodA trailing strut or rod positioned between the vehicle chassis and a suspension track control arm to hold it in position and to transmit driving and braking forces. | |
Tension/TensileOpposing pulling forces (tension) that create a stress (tensile) in an object. | |
TensionerA device usually consisting of a small pulley to set belt tension. | |
TerminalsElectrical connection points. Common types are described as spade, blade, ring and fork. | |
Test CycleStrictly controlled test procedure for exhaust emission evaluations. | |
Test LampA simple bulb used for tracing circuit faults. | |
Test PortA point where a test gauge may be connected. | |
Test ProbeA general term used to describe the device used to make contact when testing a circuit. The prods on the end of multimeter leads are good examples. | |
Test RigsMachines designed to allow components to be run and operated as if fitted to the vehicle. Used for test and calibration purposes. | |