Actron 9640 Manuel D’Utilisation

Page de 156
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •  B – 1
Appendix B – Glossary
A/C:
Air Conditioner
A/D:
Analog to Digital
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:
Anti-lock Brake System
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:
Measures air conditioning refrigerant pressure and sends a voltage signal to the 
PCM. 
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:
Actuators such as relays, solenoids, and motors allow the PCM to control the 
operation of vehicle systems.
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:
Acceleration Pedal Position (Sensor)
ASR:
Acceleration Slip Regulation
Bank x:
In-line engines have only one bank of cylinders. Most commonly used to identify 
Barometric Pressure Sensor. See MAP Sensor.
BBV:
Brake Boost Vacuum (Sensor)