Automotive Glossary


Automotive Glossary

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Torsional Strength

Ability to withstand rotational force.

Torsional Stress

The stress that occurs when twisting forces are applied.

Torx

Trade name for a hexagonal/star shaped tool that has extra machined slots for a better grip.

Total Displacement

Applied to the sum total of the swept volumes for all cylinders in an engine. Also known as 'engine capacity'.

Touch-up

Correcting minor scratches, stone chips, etc., usually by the use of a small brush.

Toughened Glass

Soft glass with tough outer skin produced by heat treatment tempering.

Towing Socket

A multisocket used to make electrical connections to a trailer.

TP

Throttle Plate.

TPI

Tuned Port Injection

TPP

Throttle Position Potentiometer


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