Glossary of Auto Terms
DriverSide's Car Dictionary has the most comprehensive definitions of automotive terms. This auto glossary can help you decipher what your mechanic is fixing and what the purpose or function of the particular auto part or accessory is for. We have taken the mystery out of automotive service jargon, so that you don't have to.
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Rings
Schrader valve
Pressure Plate
Ball Joint
Rear Axle Ratio
Oil Filter
Flywheel
Gear Ratio
Fan Belt
A flexible rubber belt connecting the fan to the alternator and crankshaft pulley. Also called the 'drive belt'.
See Also:
Rings
Schrader valve
Pressure Plate
Ball Joint
Rear Axle Ratio
Oil Filter
Flywheel
Gear Ratio
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