Automotive Glossary
Automotive Glossary
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TimingRelative crankshaft rotational points of action within the engine operating cycle particularly for ignition and valve opening. | |
Timing BeltA toothed drive belt that droves from the crankshaft pulley to the camshaft. In some cases the drive is also to an ignition distributor or diesel injection pump. | |
Timing ChainChain that drives the camshaft from the crankshaft. | |
Timing MarksMarks on the crankshaft pulley, flywheel, distributor drive pulley and/or camshaft pulley. Used to accurately time and an engine. | |
Tinting StrengthThe ability of a pigment to change the colour of a paint to which it is added. Some pigments have high tinting strength and only a small amount is necessary to make a large change in colour. | |
TiresTires (or 'tyres' in British English) are ring-shaped parts, either pneumatic or solid, that fit around wheels to protect them and enhance their function. | |
Titanium DioxideA non-toxic, non-reactive, white pigment. Has the greatest hiding power of all white pigments. | |
TIVThermactor Idle Vacuum Valve | |
TKSThrottle Kicker Solenoid | |