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Return hose
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A hose that returns fluid to the power steering reservoir
- hose
- steering
Reverse gear idler shaft
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A shaft that idles the reverse gear
- reverse
- gear
- idler
- shaft
reverse lock-out
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Mechanism that prevents accidental engagement of reverse gear
- transmission
- reverse
Reverse osmosis
Cooling and heatingEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A water purification process that uses pressure to force water through a semi-permeable membrane
- water
- purification
Reversing light switch
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A reversing light switch is a component that controls the reversing lights.
- electrical
- lighting
Reversing lights
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Lights that illuminate the area behind a vehicle when reversing
- lighting
- vanagon
Rialta
Bus terminologyEnglish · source definition
Winnebago converts some EuroVans into mini-motorhomes, by adding Winnebago's own body (aft of the front doors) that's about 20"-24" wider than the normal EuroVan. Inside they install sink, stove, refridgerator, toilet, bed, & cabinets. The Rialta is sold through Winnebago's own network of RV dealers.
Rich response
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Engine response to rich fuel mixture
- fuel
- engine
Ride height
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
The distance between the wheelwell and the center of the wheel, used to determine proper alignment
- suspension
- alignment
Ridiculously Large Standard Screwdriver
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A large, flat-bladed screwdriver used for various tasks such as prying, chiseling, and breaking.
- screwdriver
- tool
- pry
Rims
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Aluminum or steel frame that provides a framework for the tire
- wheels
- tires
Ring compressor
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A tool used to compress piston rings for installation
- tool
- engine
ring main
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A circular system of fuel lines that supplies fuel to the engine
- fuel
- ring
- engine
Ring terminal
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A type of electrical connector with a ring shape
- connectors
- wiring
- electrical
Rings
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Metal rings that fit around a piston to seal the combustion chamber.
- engine
- piston
Riviera
Bus terminologyEnglish · source definition
A type of camper conversion done by ASI .
Roadster
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Hardtop vehicle with the roof permanently removed
- body
- convertible
Rocker arm
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A component that transmits motion from the camshaft to the valves
- engine
- arm
Rocker shaft
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Component that operates the valves in an internal combustion engine
- engine
- valvetrain
Roll it
Community slangEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Slang term for driving a vehicle instead of repairing it
- slang
- advice
roll-over bar
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a structural component designed to protect occupants in the event of a rollover
- safety
- interior
Roll-Over Mitigation System
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
System providing additional occupant safety in the event of a vehicle roll-over
- safety
- protection
Roller
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Slang term for a chassis that can be towed
- slang
- chassis
RON
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Octane rating of fuel, with higher values indicating greater knock resistance
- fuel
- engine