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CO value
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Measure of carbon monoxide emissions in the exhaust gas
- co
- emission
CO-2
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Carbon Dioxide, a measure of combustion efficiency in engines
- emissions
- combustion
Coach-built
Vehicle models and historyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Vehicle construction method employed by small volume manufacturers
- coach-built
- construction
Coccinella
Vehicle models and historyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Name given to the Beetle in Italy
- coccinella
- beetle
Coil
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Component that generates the high voltage needed for the ignition system
- ignition
- coil
Coil Spring
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A type of spring that stores energy in a coiled shape
- spring
- coil
Cold Start Valve
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Valve that helps start the engine in cold temperatures
- fuel
- cold
Colloidal suspension
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A mixture in which particles are suspended in a liquid, used to stabilize PTFE in engine oils
- lubricant
- additive
Combi
Vehicle models and historyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Version of the VW Transporter produced in Mexico
- combi
- transporter
COMBI-RELAY
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Relay combining multiple electrical functions
- combi
- relay
combustion chamber
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A chamber where fuel is burned to produce heat or power
- flame
- combustion
Coming Home Function
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Function that leaves certain lights on for a short period after leaving the vehicle
- lighting
- convenience
Component ID
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A unique identifier for a component in a vehicle's electrical system.
- wiring
- diagram
Component Location
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
The location of a component in a vehicle's electrical system.
- wiring
- diagram
compression clamp
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A type of clamp that uses compression to hold something in place
- fastener
- clamp
Compression pressure
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Measure of the pressure within an engine's cylinders
- engine
- compression
- pressure
Compressor
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A device that compresses air for use in painting and other applications
- air
- tool
- equipment
Compressor ring
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A ring that seals the compression chamber in an engine.
- engine
- cylinder
concave washers
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a type of washer with a concave shape, used to adjust the CV joint
- washer
- cv
Concours
Community slangEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Elegant gathering of vehicles, usually in a park or lawn atmosphere
- concours
- gathering
Conductivity
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
The ability of a material to conduct electricity
- electricity
- chemistry
Connecting rod
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A rod connecting the piston to the crankshaft, allowing the piston to move freely up and down in the cylinder.
- engine
- piston
- crankshaft
Constant current charger
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A type of battery charger that maintains a constant current
- battery
- charger
Continuous Damping Control
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
System that continuously adjusts suspension damping for optimal ride comfort
- suspension
- damping