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Automobile

Of or relating to any vehicle, usually designed to carry passengers, that operates on ordinary roads and typically has four wheels and a gasoline or diesel internal-combustion engine.

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Automobile

Bendix drive

Automotive; Automobile

System of self-engagement for the starter motor drive.

Bezel

Automotive; Automobile

Crimped rim or ring securing a glass face to an instrument dial or one securing an instrument or switchgear to the dash panel.

Big end

Automotive; Automobile

Larger end of the piston connecting rod. It is attached to the crankshaft throw journal.

Utility

Automotive; Automobile

Load-carrying vehicle, with an enclosed passenger cab and a separate cargo tray.

Upshift

Automotive; Automobile

The action of changing gear to a more direct gear ratio.

Upper cylinder lubricant

Automotive; Automobile

Special oil mixed with the gasoline to provide lubrication for the valve guides and cylinder walls.

Personal powerkey

Automotive; Automobile

Ignition/door key that automatically calls up pre-set preferences in seat position, air-conditioning and radio stations.

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