Category: Autos
Created by: Johna04
Number of Blossarys: 1
English (EN) * For a front axle assembly, the kingpin is a pin that connects the front axle and steering knuckles, about which the knuckles pivot * For semi-trailers, the kingpin is the pin that is locked into ...
* Sensor mounted to the engine and designed to detect the high-frequency vibrations caused by detonation * By using a knock sensor, a vehicle’s engine controls can keep the engine operating near its ...
Chassis in which parallel side members are joined at intervals by transverse beams, or cross members, giving the appearance of a ladder.
Long, flat, thin, flexible section of spring steel or composite material used in suspensions (especially rear suspensions) to deflect force.
* Designed to transmit driving force (power) to the wheel/tire with the most traction * As one tire begins to slip (lose grip), available torque is automatically transferred to the tire with better ...
* Rigid axle incorporating a differential assembly, housing and axle shafts to power the two wheels it is supporting * See Axles, Rear Drive for more information.
Used in conjunction with a hitch platform (receiver) to distribute tongue weight to all towing vehicle and trailer wheels. Required for certain Class III and all Class IV applications.
