Actron 9640 Manuel D’Utilisation
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Appendix B – Glossary
A/C:
Air Conditioner
A/D:
A/D:
Analog to Digital
A/F:
A/F:
Air/Fuel ratio. The proportion of air and fuel delivered to the cylinder for
combustion. For example, an A/F ratio of 14:1 denotes 14 times as much air as
fuel in the mixture. Ideally the A/F ratio is 14.7:1.
ABS:
ABS:
Anti-lock Brake System
AC Clutch Relay:
AC Clutch Relay:
The PCM uses this relay to energize the A/C clutch, turning the A/C compressor
on or off.
AC Pressure Sensor:
AC Pressure Sensor:
Measures air conditioning refrigerant pressure and sends a voltage signal to the
PCM.
AC Pressure Switch:
AC Pressure Switch:
A mechanical switch connected to the A/C refrigerant line. The switch is
activated (sending a signal to the PCM) when the A/C refrigerant pressure
becomes too low or high.
Actuator:
Actuator:
Actuators such as relays, solenoids, and motors allow the PCM to control the
operation of vehicle systems.
Air Injection Reaction (AIR) System:
Air Injection Reaction (AIR) System:
An emission control system operated by the PCM. During cold starts, an air
pump injects outside air into the exhaust manifold to help burn hot exhaust
gases. This reduces pollution and speeds warm-up of oxygen sensors and
converter.
APP:
APP:
Acceleration Pedal Position (Sensor)
ASR:
ASR:
Acceleration Slip Regulation
Bank x:
Bank x:
In-line engines have only one bank of cylinders. Most commonly used to identify
Barometric Pressure Sensor. See MAP Sensor.
BBV:
BBV:
Brake Boost Vacuum (Sensor)