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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Carburetor Bowl
Backpressure
Ram Tubes
Carburetor Cleaner
Lean Fuel Mixture
Muffler
Fuel/Air Mixture
Air Cleaner
Combustion
The burning or 'explosion' of the air/fuel mixture within the engine's combustion chambers. This is what creates the power that moves your car so effortlessly.
See Also:
Carburetor Bowl
Backpressure
Ram Tubes
Carburetor Cleaner
Lean Fuel Mixture
Muffler
Fuel/Air Mixture
Air Cleaner
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