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A locking system with two different keys. One key can only open the doors and operate the ignition. The second key opens all locks, including those for the glove box and trunk or rear hatch, and operates the ignition. The purpose is to provide a valet with a key that operates the ignition, but does not unlock the storage compartments. On cars with folding seatbacks, this locking system also includes special seat latches to help keep the contents of the trunk or hatch secure.
Industry:Automotive
The lease-end value of the vehicle set at lease inception by the lessor. It's usually calculated as a percentage of the MSRP. This is a component of the payment calculation.
Industry:Automotive
A collection of components that enables the valves to operate, including the camshaft(s) and all related drive components.
Industry:Automotive
A type of brake that consists of a flat rotor or disc that turns with the wheel and a stationary component called a caliper that fits around the disc and is supported by suspension components. Because the discs are open, this type of brake helps dissipate heat quickly.
Industry:Automotive
Refers to the ability of a liquid to flow. Engine oil with high viscosity is thick and flows slowly while engine oil with low viscosity flows more easily.
Industry:Automotive
An engine configuration in which the cylinders are laid out in a V formation.
Industry:Automotive
This hitch is engineered to carry all of the tongue weight of the trailer.
Industry:Automotive
This hitch, which often includes a sway bar, allows most of the trailer's tongue weight to be transferred to the tow vehicle's frame (through the hitch receiver). The total load is distributed to all the axles of the truck and trailer.
Industry:Automotive
The horizontal distance from the center of the vehicle's front wheel to the center of the rear wheel.
Industry:Automotive
