FORD Acronyms Booklet

Ford Speak: Acronyms, Definitions, and Terms
This booklet contains the Acronyms and Terms available on-line as part of the Information Management databases on the Ford Intranet. The Acronyms and Terms Database was originally developed to facilitate the technical interchange between Ford Motor Company and Mazda. The electronic version of this database allows users to add new acronyms and terms. You may add a term by selecting menu item #2, Add an Acronym, Definition or Term from the Ford Speak: Main Menu. Your submission will go through a manual review process before being added to the database. This booklet is a snapshot in time. If you do not find an item here, please check the on-line database for the most current listing. If you have additions or corrections, please use the on-line facility to submit them. To quickly access Ford Speak, go to: http://www.ctis.ford.com/ford_speak/ or enter OfficeVision and type CTIS AT on the command line.
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# - 2QTR
# NUMBER & AND -SMA/B ISC - Stepper Motor Winding A or B 12/12 Twelve Months/12,000 Miles - Defines the initial warranty period of a new car and the period most commonly used for making warranty estimates of cost or R/100. 18-Panel Objective A program objective included in the standard 18-panel Corporate format used for senior management reviews. 1NF First Normal Form 1PP First Phase of Production Prove-Out The phase of production prove-out in which part function and fit are to be verified at the Job #1 design level. Design intent and quality objectives for parts are also verified. 2QTR Second Quarter 2/BBL 2/BARREL 2D Two-dimensional 2ND Second 2PP Second Phase of Production Prove-Out - The phase of production prove-out in which part function and fit are to be verified at the Job #1 design level. Design intent and quality objectives for parts are also verified. 2PP occurs at 10 weeks before Job #1. The following part types are required: sheet-metalmodified ISW, interior ISW/CFPS, exterior and chassis ISW (except engines and transmissions, which are pending powertrain validations "PV"). 1V Single Venturi carburetor 1ST FIRST 1QTR First Quarter
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2V - 3P
2V 1. Two Venturi carburetor 2. 2 venturies 2WD 2 wheel drive 3 x 6 ( 3x6 ) Six cylinder engine that can run on either three or six cylinders. 3D Three-dimensional 3D Solids 1) Full (100%) representation of geometry for components, subassemblies and end item systems, 2) Describes accurately the Class I, II & III surfaces, 3) Will provide mass properties like weight, cg, est: assuming that a material has been assigned, 4) Physical properties are known ( isotropic and orthotropic materials ), 5) 3D solid image can be orientated and viewed displayed in any representation required as an aid in communicating information, 6) GDT can be applied directly to the component geometry to aid in tolerance stacking/checking parts/assemblies to check and communicate design intent, and 7) Sectional cutting planes can be placed anywhere and display whatever data is required that falls on that or is cut through the cutting plane area. 3GR Third Gear 3M 1. Three (3) speed manual transmission 2. Minnesota Mining & Manufacturing Co. 3P Triple Pole
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3Q - 4GR
3Q A THREE-fold reduction in QUALITY defects. 3Q is a STRATEGY to reduce warranty cost to 2.5% of revenue; a PARADIGM SHIFT away from predicting warranty to predicting and eliminating defects; and a DRIVER of existing and new Quality/Reliability disciplines and tools. 3QTR Third Quarter 3rd Third 3SM Three Speed Manual Transmission 3T Triple Throw 3V Three-Valve cylinders 4 Four 4 x 2 ( 4x2 ) 4 wheels - 2 wheel drive 4GR Fourth Gear 4FE 4-speed electric automatic axle 4EAT 4-speed electric automatic axle 49S 49 States 446 Detailed interior trim chart of colors for all components. 4 x 4 ( 4x4 ) Vehicle equipped with four wheel drive Powertrain (also 4WD). 4 x 6 x 8 ( 4x6x8 ) V-8 engine that can run on either four, six or eight cylinders. 4 x 8 ( 4x8 ) V-8 engine that can run on either four or eight cylinders. 4/BBL 4/BARREL 4, or 4barrel
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4M - 5M
4M Four (4) speed manual transmission 4P Production Part Proveout Program 4P Build Units Vehicles built at the Assembly Plant from production material to confirm material supply and assembly plant capabilities on tooling, facilities, processes and assembly techniques to product vehicles, engineering specifications and quality level requirements. The units produced must be saleable. 4P, PPPP Production Process Prove-Out Program - The phase of production prove-out in which a predetermined number of saleable units are built on the assembly line. Production worker are trained on new vehicle processes, and design and quality concerns are identified and corrected. 4QTR Fourth Quarter 4R70W four speed RWD wide ratio auto 700 ftlbs 5M Five (5) speed manual transmission 4TH Fourth 4V 1. Four-Valve cylinders 2. Four Venturi carburetor 3. 4 Venturies 4WAL 4 Wheel Anti Lock 4WHLSTR 4WS Actuator and Actuator Control Subsystem 4WS Four Wheel Steering 4X4L four wheel drive low switch 5C Crankshaft, Camshaft, Conrod, Cylinder head, Cylinder block 4SM Four Speed Manual Transmission 4SDI Four stroke, direct injection
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5P - 95% Confidence Level, Reliability Process
5P pre-production part proveout programme 5R50 five speed RWD 500 ft-lbs 5TH Fifth 5V Five-Valve cylinders 6M Six (6) speed manual transmission 8D Eight Discipline Report. Output summary report from Team-Oriented Problem Solving Report (TOPS). 8D Eight Discipline solving problem method. EIS software application providing problem solving for ED and PTPE. 90-Day Concern A special symptom defined in Company-to-Dealer Standard #7: "Product concerns perceived by customers will be resolved in production and service within ninetydays of assignment to Product Engineering." 95% Confidence Level, Reliability Process Confidence must be associated with an interval, not a level. The 95% confidence level for the Reliability estimate is the interval which contains 95% of all Reliability estimates using the same procedure.
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A - A/C System
A Argon A Point Point at which the centerline of the torso contacts seat cushion. Obsolete as a measuring point. (See 'H' point.) A Frames ( Also 'A' Frame Links ) Upper and lower suspension members, generally used with coil springs. (Also; Wishbones and control arms.) A or A-Bone Model 'A' Ford A Parts Gray or Black Box - Defined early to be certain the supplier provides design and process representative parts for prototypes. Design and process representative. A Pillar Foremost pillar in upper side structure of vehicle. Successive pillars labeled 'B', 'C', and, in case of station wagons, 'D'. A&R Advanced and Research A/C Air Conditioning A/C Clutch Air Conditioning Clutch A/C Cycling Switch Air Conditioning Cycling Switch A/C Sensor Air Conditioning Sensor A/C System Air Conditioning System A/A As Assembled A/ASST Air Assist A/B/H Automatic Back-up Hitch A/BLED Air Bleed A/BRK Air Brake A&S Administrative & Selling
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A/CLNR - A/TUB
A/CLNR Air Cleaner A/D Analog to Digital A/DEFL Air Deflector A/E Architect/Engineering A/F Air to Fuel Ratio A/F ACROSS FLATS A/FLTR Air Filter A/HYD Air-Hydraulic A/INTK Air Intake A/MET Air Meter A/P 1. As Purchased 2. Accelerator Pedal A/PRESS Air Pressure A/THF Anti Thief A/THRS Anti Thrust A/TUB Air Tube A/T/C Automatic Temperature Control A/SPLS Anti Splash A/SPN Anti Spin A/T 1. Automatic Transaxle 2. Automatic Transmission A/SPI 1. Anti Spill 2. Anti Spillage A/S As Shipped A/S/C Auxiliary Service Control A/R As Required A/RST Arm Rest
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A/VEN - AAPT
A/VEN 1. Air Ventilate 2. Air Ventilation 3. Air Ventilator A4LD Automatic transmission A4LD-3/4 A4LD 3/4 shift control A4LD-E 4 speed trans with auto lock up converter - electronic A4LD-PE 4 speed trans with auto lock up con. partial electronic A4UE FWD version of A4LD-E AA Automobile Association AA Affirmative Action AAA American Automobile Association AAAS American Association for the Advancement of Science (national technical society). AAPT American Association of Physics Teachers (national technical society) AAPA Automotive Parts Accessories Association AALA American Automotive Labeling Act AAMA American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMVA American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators AAMVS American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators AAP Atlanta Assembly Plant AACA Antique Automobile Club of America AAI Automotive Alliance International (Flatrock facility)
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AAR - Abrasion
AAR Appearance Approval Requirements AAT Auto Alliance Thailand ABB Asea Brown Boveri abc activity based costing ABC After Bottom Center ABCM Activity Based Cost Management ABI applicable binary interface ABR 1. Abrade 2. Abraded 3. Abrading 4. Abrasion 5 .Abrasive Abrasion Wearing or rubbing away. ABE German Type Approval certificate for motor vehicles which will be or have been produced in series. The General Vehicle Operating Permit is granted to the manufacturer (or to the dealer who proves to have the sole right for selling) upon an evaluation at his own expense that a given model complies with all applicable Type Approval/Regulatory requirements and subject to satisfactory production conformity arrangements. The ABE is issued by the KraftfahrtBundesamt (KBA) and authorises the holder to issue a Vehicle Ownership Registration Document (Fahrzeugbrief) for each vehicle.
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ABRV - AC
ABRV 1. Abbreviate 2. Abbreviates 3. Abbreviation ABS 1. Acrilonitryl Butadiene Styrene (Plastic Material) 2. Anti-lock Braking System 3. Anti Blockier System (Anti Lock System) 4. Absorber 5. Absorbing 6. Absorption ABS/TC Anti-Locking Braking System / Traction Control Assist Module ABSLT Absolute Absolute Address The explicit identification of a peripheral device, location within a device or memory location. ABSREL ABS module relay box ABSVFL ABS Valve Front Left ABSVFR ABS Valve Front Right ABSVRL ABS Valve Rear Left ABSVRR ABS Valve Rear Right abt affordable cost targets ABUS Assembly Build Up Sheet - shows body breakdown for a given model in a KD plant, defining the specific level of WERS released part to be used by the KD Assembler ABUT Abutment ABV 1. Automatischer Blockier Verhinderer (Automatic Lock Preventer) 2. Above ABZ Plan Discounts Costs incurred for employee vehicle purchase plans, including dealer commissions for A / Z Plan purchases. AC air conditioning
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AC - Accent Stripes
AC 1. AC Cars Ltd, Brooklands Industrial Park, Weybridge, Surey KT13 OYU, England. British sports car marque, recently relocated to Surrey. Since Autumn 1987 part of the Ford Motor Co. 2. Alternating Current 3. Actimium 4. Alternating Current ACA American Crystallographic Association (national technical society) ACA VECTOR assembly code calibration source file ACAD AutoCAD ACC Accelerated Conversion Center: a group of computer analysts and programmers, who convert programs to process the year 2000 correctly. ACC Air Conditioning Clutch ACC 1. Access 2. Accessory 3. Access 4. Accessories Accelerated Build The portion of the prototype build phases devoted to the rapidly supplying prototypes for Engineering and Manufacturing test and analysis. Acceleration Increase in speed. Acceleration Run Contest to determine fastest time over a specified straight distance. Used to differentiate between timed trials and drag racing. Accelerator A pedal for regulating speed of an engine. Accelerator Pump Small pump in carburetor, operated by accelerator pedal linkage, which supplies additional fuel needed for acceleration of vehicle. Accent Stripes Fine, painted lines applied in contrasting colors to the finished body to accent certain lines and contours.
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Acceptance Standards - ACEL
Acceptance Standards Documents established by Quality Control. They define specific acceptance limits for part imperfections resulting from inconsistencies in the manufacturing process or which could not be detected on blanks prior to machining, and which are not covered by Engineering Drawings and/or Engineering Specifications. The part imperfections such as pits, blow-holes, seams, cracks, porosity, tool marks, draw marks, and undulations on visible surfaces are not definable at the time when Drawings and/or Specifications are established. Accessory Parts Accessory Parts are not specified by Product Development to the marketed level of products, but are normally stocked for Dealer installation. Accounting ( GIS1 ) General accounting records and any supporting documentation or workpapers. ACCP Accelertor Pedal Sensor ACCS Air Conditioning Cyclic Switch ACCTG 1. Account 2. Accounting ACCUS Automobile Competition Committee for the United States (U.S. Governing Body for Racing - Part of FIA) ACD Air Conditioning Demand Switch ACD Automotive Component Division ACE Advanced Concepts Engineering ACEA Association des Constructeurs Europeens d'Automobiles (European automobile manufacturers association). ACEL 1. Accelerate 2. Accelerator 3. Acceleration 4. Accelerating
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ACES II - ACP
ACES II Automated Claims Entry System ACET Acetate Acetylene or Oxy-Acetylene Welding Utilization of an acetylene flame to heat metal to fusion or melting point. ACG Automotive Components Group (Obsolete) ACH analogue input channel ACH Analog to Digital (A/D) Channel ACHS inputs to a/d converters of engine management ACHSA analog channels - serial port A (a/d chan. on expander chip) ACIS Geometric modeling kernel which facilitates exchanging solid models between CAD systems using that kernel. Ackerman Principle Design having wheel spindles mounted on axle ends to permit spindles to be turned at an angle to axle for steering purposes. ACL acceleration (output for ride control module) ACL Air Cleaner ACL Element Air Cleaner Element ACL Housing Air Cleaner Housing ACL Housing Cover Air Cleaner Housing Cover ACM Association for Computing Machinery ACON A/C on ACP Audio Control Protocol
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ACP - Active Record ( GIS1 )
ACP Automated Cycle Plan = A mechanized process to assist the cycle planning process with improved cost, investment and resource information based on an 800 line item CPSC model (using previous program information as the database). ACPCM Advanced Car Product Committee Meeting ACPR/ACPSW air conditioning head pressure switch ACPS/ACPT Air Conditioning Head Pressure Sensor (EEC-IV) ACRFT Aircraft ACRY Acrylic Acrylic A surface finish, made from synthetic polymers, which dries by solvent evaporation. ACS 1. American Chemical Society (national technical society) 2. American Ceramic Society (national technical society) ACSPD Active Clamp Short Circuit Protection Diode (EEC-IV) ACST Acoustic ACT 1. Air Charge Temperature 2. Activate 3. Activating 4. Activator ACT (SAE term - IAT) air charge temperature (air intake temp) Action Plan A formal record of assignments, responsibilities and timing. Active Material In a storage battery, peroxide of lead (brown) in positive plates and metallic lead (gray) in negative plates upon which sulfuric acid acts. Active Record ( GIS1 ) Information that is required for reference during the normal course of business.
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Active Verification - Adaptor Carburetor
Active Verification Is a process where confirmation of proper identification of the Root Cause / potential Root Cause is made by making the effect come and go using the variable identified as the cause. Both coming and going are essential tests of Root Cause / potential Root Cause confirmation. ActSlip Actual Slip ACTU 1. Actuate 2. Actuator 3. Actuating ACTV ACTIVE ACUM 1. Accumulate 2. Accumulating 3. Accumulation 4. Accumulative Accumulator Acura Integra Legend and NS-X models from Honda are sold in the United States under the name Acura. Marketing Division for Honda. Acute A turn of substantially more than 90 degrees. This term should be used only for clarification. AD Accelerated Durability ADA Americans with Disabilities Act ADAC Allgemeiner Deutscher Automobil Club (General German Automobil Club) ADAMS Automatic Dynamic Analysis of Mechanical Systems ADAPT Analysis tool for Design And Process Tolerancing. CAE&CAD/CAM tool for tolerance allocation and robust design of powertrain assemblies. Includes Tolerance Charts (TCHART) Adaptor Carburetor A device attached to a gasoline carburetor which permits an internal combustion engine to run either on gasoline or liquefied petroleum gas (LPGas).
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ADC - administrative tools
ADC analog to digital converter ADCM Adaptive Dumping Control Module ADD 1. Added 2. Addition 3. Additive Added Starter Feature added after programme approval Additive In automotive oils, material added to oil to give it certain properties. Example: to lessen its tendency to thicken at low temperature. ADE AutoCAD Data Extension ADH 1. Adhere 2. Adhesive 3. Adhesion ADI 1. Autodesk Device Interface 2. Austempered Ductile Iron ADJ ADJUST/MENT/ING/ABLE/ER Adjust to Mating Part Denotes that a part's dimension shown will require shop adjustment to properly fit its mating part. ADM Automatic Drafting Machine Administrative and Selling Costs Divisional and Operations General Office (FCSD), B&AO, Other BMD/FAO), and Sales Operations costs including salaried personnel, travel, systems, purchased services and supplies. administrative tools Tools that work in conjunction with development tools and language to support process modeling, data modeling, source control, testing, help, etc. ADJ 1. Adjust 2. Adjustment 3. Adjusting 4. Adjustable 5. Adjuster
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Adobe Acrobat - Advance Composite
Adobe Acrobat Document exchange software from Adobe Systems, Inc., which converts a DOS, Windows, UNIX or Macintosh document into Acrobat's Portable Document Format (PDF) to be displayed on the target machine with an Acrobat reader, which is free of charge. adp alternate durability protocol ADP 1. Advanced Diagnostics Program 2. Automatic Data Processing Corporation ADPT 1. Adapt 2. Adapter 3. Adapting 4. Adaptation ADR Accord pour le transport de merchandises dangereuses par route Please correct your wrong entry! ADR 1. Automotive Design Rules 2. Accord Dangereux Routiers ADV 1. Advance 2. Advancing 3. Advancement Advance ( Spark Advance ) Forward movement (in degrees) of engine timing mechanism(s); i.e., Distributor advance. Advance (Spark Advance) Forward movement (in degrees) of engine timing mechanism(s); i.e., Distributor advance. Advance Composite A material which is composed of two or more elements that have different properties than the elements alone. ADS 1. AutoCAD Development System 2. Association of Diesel Specialists ADSE AXLE, DRIVELINE & SUSPENSION CORE ENGINEERING ADT 1. Audit 2. Audited 3. Auditing
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Advance Mechanical - AES
Advance Mechanical A vehicle used to verify package layouts, platform suspension and engine compartment. Advance Structure A vehicle built from pre-program structure drawings. The primary purpose is crash and durability testing and Development on ride, steering, handling and NVH. The exterior surface represents the preferred theme. Vehicle would be equipped with a Series II powertrain that is representative of production intent. Advance Workhorse Vehicles built from current production vehicles with the purpose of developing a concept such as a new suspension design, powertrain, mounting, etc., for an all new vehicle program or an existing car line. AEA Automotive Electric Association AEC Advanced Engineering Center AEC Atomic Energy Commission AES Auger Electron Spectroscopy - Surface analytical technique which measures atomic composition by plotting the energy spectrum of secondary electrons generated by a primary electron beam. AECD Auxiliary Emission Control Device AED Advanced Engineering Design AEEO Advanced Engine Engineering Office Advanced engineering and development of engine concepts prior to decision to produce. AEFEO Automotive Emissions and Fuel Economy Office AEO Automotive Emissions Office AERA Automotive Engine Rebuilders Association AERO Aerodynamics
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AESI - Affordable Business Structure (ABS)
AESI Automotive Emission Scientific Institute AETC Authorisation for Excess Transportation Charge AETP Automotive Engine Test Procedure AF Assembly Facility AFALPHA oxygen sensor learning control AFC Automatic Frequency Control AFD Adjustable Frequency Drive (VFD is more common) AFE Average Fuel Economy Affected Party A person, organization or class of driver who is or will potentially be affected in some way by a problem. Afford 1. To manage to bear without serious detriment. 2. To be able to bear the cost. Affordable Used in the Affordable Targets Process to describe the "cost" both the external customer and the Company are willing to "pay" for a feature or product attribute such as function, image, styling, packaging, performance, fuel economy, etc. Affordable Business Structure (ABS) Planning framework that: 1) guides development of vehicles that are affordable for the customer and Ford, and 2) aligns and links objectives across functions and vehicle lines. In this framework, the market price of the vehicle less the profit target equals the affordable cost the customers and shareholders can afford.
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Affordable Cost - AFT
Affordable Cost A cost (both variable cost and investment) for an entire vehicle, module, end item, or component that is compatibly with the goals for all the other program attributes (quality, function, weight, etc.) that make up the affordable targets. Affordable Target Process The process used to determine and agree on a set of compatible goals. Affordable Targets A set compatible (quality, financial, weight, functional, and timing) goal that describe important characteristics and satisfy customer and company requirements. Described in Ford Europe as "Compatible Targets." Target become objectives at the Program Confirmation <PC> milestone. AFK Anforderung Fuer Kaifteile (Request for Buy Parts) AFL-CIO American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations AFS Associates First Services AFS Air Fuel Sensor AFT Automatic Fine Tuning AFM Atomic Force Microscope - Technique for measuring forces on an atomic scale using scanning tunnelling microscopy. AFNOR Association Francaise De Normalization (French Standards Organization Similar to SAE) AFP Application Feature Plan AFR Air to Fuel Ratio (for internal combustion engine) AFR1 Air to Fuel Ratio 1 AFRL Automated First Registration & Licencing - A UK application to allow the automated registration of new vehicles, assigning a registration plate and a licence for the vehicle.
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AFUE - AIC
AFUE Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency AFV Alternate Fuel Vehicle AFVC Alternative Fuel Vehicle Center AFX Altered Factory Experimental AG Ford Automotive Group (Obsolete) AG SILVER AGA American Gas Association AGRTR 1. Agriculture 2. Agricultural AGV Automated Guided Vehicle (for material handling) AH Ampere Hour AIC Analog Input Channel (EEC-IV) AIAM Association of International Automobile Manufacturers, Inc. (Mostly Japanese equivalent of MVMA) AIAG Automotive Industry Action Group AIA Automotive Industries Association AHRA American Hot Rod Association AHS Automated Highway System AI 1. Artificial Intelligence 2. Advanced Information AHFSS Air Conditioning/Heater Function Select Switch AHFS air cond/heater function select switch
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AIC - AIR
AIC analog input conditioner AICC Autonomous Intelligent Cruise Control -- uses radar or laser based sensor to measure distance to vehicle in front and automatically adjust brakes and throttle to maintain a predetermined following distance. AICE analog input conditioner for EEC-V AID Automatic Interaction Detection - Style of analysis developed by University of Michigan in late '60's which automatically looks through all fields in the data set to identify those strongly associated with the field displayed in the root node > which are the key predictors or explanatory factors. AIEG Automotive and Industrial Electronics Group (Motorola) AIFF Audio Interchange File Format AIR air injection reaction (secondary air injection) AIR Air Handling Subsystem AIPE American Institute of Plant Engineers AIR 1. A gas containing approximately 4/5 nitrogen, 1/5 oxygen and some carbonic gas. 2. Air Injection Reactor 3. Air conditioning 4. Secondary Air Injection 5. Accident Investigation Review (board) AIMS automated issues matrix system AIM audible intermittent monitor AIM 1. Aimed 2. Aiming AIM autoranging injection monitor AIM Assembly Issues Matrix
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Air Bag - Air-Lock
Air Bag 1. Air chamber unit in air suspension system. 2. A device used as a passive restraint. Air Brakes Automotive braking system which utilizes an air booster or actuating system to increase pressure in the system. Air Bypass Secondary Air Injection Bypass Air Bypass Valve Secondary Air Injection Bypass Valve Air Check Valve Secondary Air Injection Check Valve Air Cleaner A device for filtering, cleaning and removing dust from intake air to an engine, air compressor, etc. Air Control Valve Secondary Air Injection Control Valve Air Diverter Secondary Air Injection Diverter Air Gap Space between spark plug electrodes, starting motor and generator armatures, field shoes, etc. Air Horn 1. Automotive horn(s) activated by compressed air. 2. Air inlet of carburetor to which air cleaner is ordinarily attached. Air Pump Secondary Air Injection Pump Air Spring An air-filled bag or device that is pressurized to provide spring action. Air Switching Valve Secondary Air Injection Switching Valve Air-Fuel Ratio Ratio by weight of fuel compared to air in carburetor mixture. Air-Lock A bubble of air trapped in a fluid circuit which interferes with normal circulation of fluid.
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Air-Oil - ALAP
Air-Oil General term for any oil-to-air heat exchanger. AIRB air injection reaction (secondary air injection) bypass AIRBAG Airbag Subsystem AIRD air injection reaction (secondary air injection) diverter AIS Accounting Information System AIS AIR INTAKE SYSTEM AK Alaska AKUEFI Abkuerzungs-Fimmel AL 1. Aluminum 2. Alabama AL' Aluminum ALAP As Late As Possible Aisle Area within plant used for the transportation of people, equipment and materials throughout the plant, whether marked on the floor or not. Aisles should also include known paths for maintenance access to tooling. Aisles used for one-way traffic should be identified as such. A 15' aisle is required for the perimeter of the building, per fire code. Minimum aisle width is determined by (2*maximum load width)+3'. One way aisle width required is (maximum load width + 3'). Standard default aisle is minimum 12' wide and is colored yellow on a layout marked up by MH&PE.
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ALB - Alky
ALB Antilock Brake (Anti Blockier Bremse) ALB anti-locking braking system ALBTRAC Anti-Lock Brake & Traction Assist/Traction Control System ALC Alcohol alert A communication raised by an activity to identify how and why a specific constraint prevents the application of Release or Manufacture. Alfa Romeo Alfa-Lancia Industriale SpA, Viale Alfa Romeo, 20020 Arese, Italy. Famous Italian manufacturer of highperformance cars. Since November 1986 part of the Fiat Group. ALFLD alternator field ALG Auto Lease Guide ALGOL ALGOrithmic Language - Computer programming language first written in 1957. ALICE Automated Links F. Investment in Capital Expenditure Allgemeine Betriebserlaubnis (German General Vehicle Operating Permit - Type Approval Aligned Strategies Strategies that are consistent with one another. Alignment An adjustment to bring related components into a line. Alignment Marks Marks as given to obtain correct valve timing. Alky Alcohol, used as a racing fuel, frequently mixed with nitromethane. ALGN 1. Align 2. Aligner 3. Aligning 4. Alignment
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All new from the customer's point of view - Altered
All new from the customer's point of view Impression of Vehicle is "All New," when viewed by customers. Primary visible surfaces give a new appearance to the vehicle. Suspension changes and powertrain changes functionally perceived by customer. Allen Wrench A hexagonal wrench which fits into a recessed hexagonal hole. Allocated Costs Costs not incurred exclusively for a specific product or operation (e.g., interest costs). Alloy A mixture of different metals. Example is an alloy of lead and tin. Alpine Renault Automobiles Alpine, 3 Boulevard Foch, Epinay-sur-Seine (93), France. Small manufacturer of sports cars, based in France, part of the Renault Group. ALR Automatic Locking Retractors - A safety belt feature which can be set to lock a child safety seat in place. ALRM Alarm ALT 1. Alternate 2. Alternating 3. Alternator ALTD Altitude Altered A competition drag racing class requiring use of an automobile body, but permitting extensive modifications. Generally, these cars do not run with fenders or glass. Drivers and engines are moved to the rear for better weight distribution.
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Alternate Parts - Aluminizing
Alternate Parts (Draft Only) Alternate Parts are completely interchangeable physically and functionally in any product programme and are in all respects alternatives for each other without affecting the quality and function of the resulting product, and for which separate drawings exist for each design. NOTE - The term "Alternate Part" is defined for the purpose of part numbering and must not be confused with the term "Alternative Part" used literally, in the case where one part may be an acceptable alternative for another, but not vice versa. Alternating Current An electric current alternating back and forth in direction of flow. Alternative A proposition or situation offering a choice between two or more things, only one of which may be chosen. Alternatives - < SI > Vehicle Alternatives at < SI > are limited in scope by virtue of meeting ABS, reusability and VOC requirements. All alternatives share the same platform assumption and package/proportion concept (with narrow dimensional ranges), but can include multiple alternatives for powertrain, other major systems and subsystems (where applicable). Alternator Generator in which alternating current is changed to direct current by means of a rectifier. ALTLAMP alternator lamp ALTR Alteration ALU arithmetic logic unit Aluminizing Depositing aluminum on steel to increase temperature/corrosion resistance.
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Aluminum - AMCU
Aluminum A metal, noted for its lightness, often alloyed with small quantities of other metals. ALV Air Limiting Valve AM audio modulation AM 1. Air Management 2. Amplitude Modulation (Radio) 3. Americium 4. Ammeter AM AMPERE AM (SAE term - AIR) air management (pulse air) (secondary air injection) AM-1 air management number one (bypass valve) AM-2 air management number two (diverter) AMA American Medical Association AMA Automobile Manufacturers Association AMADEOS Advanced Multi Attribute Design Evaluation and Optimization System AMAP analogue manifold air pressure (sensor) Amateur Driver or other participant who takes part in organized trials or other automotive competitions, solely for personal pleasure. (A not-for-profit participant.) Ambient Surrounding on all sides. AMBLC Ambulance AMBNT Ambient AMC American Motors Corporation AMCU Advanced Micro Unit Controller Division of Motorola
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AMDC - AMPL
AMDC Alpha Manufacturing Development Center - 24500 Glendale Ave Detroit, MI 48239 AME Advanced Manufacturing Engineering AME (AutoCAD's) Advanced Modeling Extension AMEPL Advanced Manufacturing Engineering and Process Leadership AMES Ames Laboratory AMIM Associated Motors Industries of Malaysia AML Aston Martin Lagonda AMLCD Active Matrix Liquid Crystal Display Ammeter Instrument (gauge) for measuring amperes (flow of electric current). Among the Leaders In the Top 25% range of the attribute being measured -- these are the "excellent/very good" entries in the segment. Amortization (1) The write-off as a cost in the current period for a portion of tooling capitalized in a prior period. (2) The full and complete discharge of a debt over the agreed contract period. AMP/HR Ampere Hour Ampere ( AMP ) Unit of current flow in an electrical system. Ampere-Hour Capacity A term used to indicate capacity of a storage battery. Example: delivery of a certain number of amperes for a certain number of hours. AMPL Advanced Manufacturing and Process Leadership AMPL Amplifier
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amplifier - AMUX
amplifier sound amplification due to part design Ampltd/Mod Amplitude Modulated AMPPE Advanced Manufacturing Pre-Program Engineering AMR 1. Automotive Market Report (Used Car Values) 2. Armor AMS Auto Motor und Sport. German consumer magazine. AMS Air Management System AMT 1. Association for Manufacturing Technology 2. Amount AMTAC Alpha Manufacturing Technical Applications Center (Ford facility at North Commerce Drive, formerly RAACC) AMUX Analogue Multiplexer AMTD Advanced Manufacturing Technology Development (formerly known as ALPHA) - Involved, as required, to centrally manage all advanced manufacturing technical activities and projects. Responsible for piloting new technologies and validating that it is implementation ready prior to PD.
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ANA - Annealing
ANA Acoustic Noise Attenuation - the ratio of the noise measured in the passenger compartment due to an airborne noise source generated outside the passenger compartment. A measure of the body system's ability to isolate and attenuate the airborne noise generated by the engine, tires, intake and exhaust noise sources.. Airborne noise is attenuated through isolation (appropriate body static and dynamic sealing, pass thru's) and attenuation (sound package and interior absorption characteristics). There are three primary contributors to ANA performance: body sealing (static and dynamic), pass thru design, and body interior treatment (sound package, absorption characteristics). ANA analogue input channel analysis/design tools Tools with data modeling and/or process modeling functionality that document and support the logical and physical design of an application. ANC Anchor Anchor A hypertext link in the form of text or a graphic that allows you to access other Internet resources with the click of a mouse. In HTML, it is the tag marked as an "A" element, as in <"A HREF=">. Anchors Road wheel brakes AND Activity Network Diagram ANFAC Agrupacion Nacional De Fabricantes De Automoviles Y Camiones (National Association of Car and Truck) ANG angle. ANL 1. Argonne National Lab 2. Anneal 3. Annealed. ANLYS ANALYSIS/ANALYST analysis, or analyst. Annealing A process of softening metal.
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Annual File Review ( AFR ) ( GIS1 ) - ANOVA
Annual File Review ( AFR ) ( GIS1 ) The Annual File Review (AFR) is a designated time period during which you are required to review all the records in your possession including, but not limited to, your workspace, in central collections on hard drive or floppy, an off site. This not only assures compliance with this Standard, but it is good business practice as it keeps the material in your possession current and encourages maintenance and organisation of the material necessary to perform your job. Official Records that have reached the end of their retention period and have no applicable Suspension Order or tax requirements may only and must be discarded during this time period. Your record review must take place between December 1 through March 31. Each employee is responsible for the following: * Ensuring that all department records with future disposal dates are retained; * Preserving all records subject to Suspension Orders or required for tax purposes; * Removing and disposing of records with expired disposal dates, unless under Suspension Order. Annual Process A systematic, annual review of the Voice of the Customer, external factors, corporate strategies, business plans and technology development that leads to the construction of an optimal Cycle plan based on market segments strategies. It is also the beginning of program specific work to prepare for the <PD> deliveries. Annular Ball Bearing A ball bearing with a nonadjustable inner and outer race or races. Annulus In planetary gear system, an internal ring gear that operates in conjunction with a sun gear, pinion gears and pinion carrier. See RING GEAR. ANOD 1. Anodize Anode A positive pole of an electric current. ANOVA Analysis of Variance - A method to analyze the variances found in sets of data. Commonly used to analyze the data from a designed experiment.
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ANS - Anti/Thft
ANS 1. American Nuclear Society (national technical society) 2. Artificial Neural System (computer software) ANS Advance Ship Notice ansc Sourcing review ANSI American National Standards Institute ANSI (American National Standards Institute) Founded in 1918, this organization coordinates the development of national standards in both the private and public sectors of the US. ANT Antenna Anti-Freeze 1. Cooling System additive (most commonly ethylene glycol) used to prevent freezing. 2. A material, such as ethylene glycol, added to water to lower its freezing point. Anti/Lk Anti Lock Anti/Refl 1. Anti Reflect 2. Anti Reflector 3. Anti Reflection Anti/Rot Anti Rotation Anti/Rtl Anti Rattle Anti/Sq Anti Squeak ANTI/THF ANTI THEFT Anti/Thft Anti Theft Anti/Kn Anti Knock Anti-Roll Bar ( British ) See Roll Bar Anti/Bk/Fr Anti Back Fire Anti/Cvtn Anti Cavitation Anti/Fz Anti Freeze
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Antifriction Bearing - APCM
Antifriction Bearing A bearing constructed with balls or rollers between journal and bearing surface to provide rolling instead of sliding friction. Antismog Device A special part or system designed to reduce or eliminate emission of noxious gases from exhaust of engine. See Exhaust Emissions. AOC Atrium Office Center AOD Automatic Overdrive AOD-E Automatic Overdrive, Electronically Controlled AOD-I/AODE (SAE term - AOD) improved w/electronic shift (RWD) AODE Automatic Overdrive Electronic - A type of transmission. AODW-I/AODE-W AOD improved w/electronic shift wide ratio, see 4R70W APAO Asia Pacific Automotive Operations APB All Points Bulletin APCM Auxillary Powertrain Control Module APA 1. Advance Procurement Authorization 2. Assembly Plant Authority 3. All Points Addressable (graphics) AP Application Services AODW-P AOD improved w/electronic shift standard ratio AOED Automatic Overdrive Automatic Transmission AP 1. Analytical Powertrain 2. April AP Attribute Prototype
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APE - APPC
APE Annual Profit Effect APEC Advanced Powertrain Electronic Controller APEHC Alternator Powered Electrically Heated Catalyst APEO Asia Pacific Electronics Operations APEPE Advanced Powertrain Electronics Products Engineering APER 1. Appear 2. Appearance Aperture An opening, hole or port. APG Arizona Proving Grounds API 1. American Petroleum Institute 2. Application Programming Interface APP 1. Approved 2. Approval APPC Advanced Program-to-Program Communications APO Alliance Program Office APO Automotive Products Operations APOA Asia Pacific Operations and Associations APLQ Applique APLY Apply APM Advanced Power Management interface between operating system applications and the system BIOS that communicates levels of system activity, allowing the BIOS to temporarily disable unused devices (such as hard drives) to conserve power. APICS American Production and Inventory Control Society
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Appearance Concept - APR
Appearance Concept Total vehicle including appearance, proportions and package, which defines the character and personality of the vehicle. Appearance Concept Feasibility The assessment of an Appearance Concept which guides development to achieve program targets prior to final Customer Surface approval. Appearance Proportions The sihouette, stance, and greenhouse of the vehicle, which set the character. APPL 1. Applicator 2. Application Application Program Interface An interface that allows the program to use specific data or functions of the operating system. Applique Decorative panel applied to basic interior or exterior panel. May be metal, plastic, or combination with bright, textured or painted finish. Approved Clay The preferred Theme Clay Model is approved and scanned and then cast as a record. The model is an artistic representation of the style and shape to be created in the production vehicle, conforms to the target hardpoints and is feasible to meet design intent. Approved Source List ASL Engineering Materials Approved Source List APPROX Approximate APQP Advanced Product Quality Plan APR 1. Assembly Plant Returns - A term used in T&C Division to define parts returned from Ford Car/Truck assembly plants to Ford manufacturing plants as rejected parts. 2. Apron APR Assembly Problem Report - A single Engineering concern or report of Engineering concerns usually generated as a result of assembly trails or operations.
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APR - APV
APR Annual Percentage Rate - The yearly rate of interest charged on a loan, calculated in accordance with the Consumer Credit Act of 197 4. The APR gives a yardstick for measuring the cost of credit under different types of agreements. It allows customers to compare the relative cost of credit from different sources as, besides interest charges, the APR reflects any other compulsory charges that have to be paid. APR Programs Interest rate discounts to buyers who finance their purchases. APRES Advanced Process Running Estimating System APSM Alternator Power Switch Module (for EHC) APT Automatic Programming of Tools (1st NC language) APT Automated Programming of Tools (first NC programming language, defined at MIT in late 1950's). APTR Aperture APV All Purpose Vehicle APTA Automotive Products Trade Agreement APTE Advanced Powertrain Engineering APTEC Advanced PowerTrain Electronic Controller (Ford on-board automotive computer system) APTEO Advanced PowerTrain Engineering Office APTI Advanced Processing Technology Initiative APTL Allen Park Test Laboratory APTOR Advanced Powertrain Operations Review
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APWCS - Architecture - Powertrain
APWCS Advanced Program Weight Control AQL Acceptable Quality Level - The maximum percent defective that, for the purpose of sampling inspection, can be considered satisfactory as a process average. AQL Acceptable Quality Limit, Selective Enforcement Audit (SEA) AQP Advanced Quality Planning AR 1. American Road Insurance Company 2. Autorama Inc. An affiliate distributor with Ford of Japan. 3. As Required 4. Arkansas AR Accounts Receivable ARA AppleTalk Remote Access ARC 1. Automatic Ride Control 2. Area Records Co-ordinator Arc Spot Welding Arc welding in which the metals are welded in spotlike joints. Arc Welding A method of utilizing an electric current jumping an air gap to provide heat for welding metal. ARCA Auto Racing Club of America Architectural Theme Basic interior and exterior styling theme which is consistent with a previously established structural architecture. Architecture - Powertrain Refers to configuration of P/T System and major subsystems; FWD/RWD/4WD; front/mid/rear engine/transmission; N-S vs E-W engine transmission configuration; engine number of cylinders/arrangement, i.e., V8, I4; automatic transmission number of speeds; manual transmission number of speeds.
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Archival / Historical Record ( GIS1 ) - ARMA
Archival / Historical Record ( GIS1 ) An archival/historical record is recorded information in any format including but not limited to paper, electronic files, film, video, and/or photographs, which trace the origin, growth, and development of Ford Motor Company, including subsidiaries and affiliates. Contact EADKINS for additional information. Arcing (Drag Racing) Full speed. All out. ARCM Automatic Ride Control Module ARCnet Attached Resource Computer network - one of three data transmission protocols, along with IEEE-802.3 or "Ethernet" and IEEE-802.5 or "token ring." ARD Around ARD Application Requirements Document ARE Activated Reactive Evaporation (deposition technique for thin films) ARG 1. Ford of Argentina 2. Arrange 3. Arranged 4. Arranging 5. Arrangement Argent Finish Silvery, aluminum-pigmented paint with approximately same color and lustre as brushed or satin-finished chrome, aluminum or steel. ARI Aerial (See Antenna) ARIES Solid modeling/CAE system,marketed by Aries Technology/ McNeal Schwendler. ARITH AVG Arithmetic Average ARL 1. Average Run Length 2. Aerial (see Antenna) ARMA Armature
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Armature - AS
Armature 1. Metal I-beam frame and wheels, with wood or styrofoam structure, used as base for clay model and made approximately 3-4 inches smaller than the size of the proposed finished clay shape. 2. Part of an electrical rotating machine which includes the main, current carrying winding. ARO Intreprinderae Mecanica Muscal, Strade Visile Roaita 173, Cimpulung-Muscel, Romania. Rumanian manufacturer of rough terrain motor vehicles. ARPANET Advanced Research Project Agency Network ARPES Angle-Resolved Photoelectron Spectroscopy (surface analytical technique) ARQ Automatic Repeat Request ARRT 1. Arrest 2. Arrested 3. Arrester 4. Arresting AS added starter ARS Action Request System - Trouble reporting system for PDS. ART 1. Artificial 2. Artificially ARTC Articulated Articulated Mounting A term used where parts are connected by links and links are anchored to provide a double hinging action. Artificial Intelligence The study and practice of developing computer software and hardware that allows machines to perform tasks we normally consider as demanding intelligent abilities. AS Arsenic AS Appearance Selection (26 MBJ1)
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AS/SE - asdf
AS/SE Advanced Safety / Structures Engineering ASA Acoustical Society of America (national technical society) ASA American Standards Association ASAP 1. As Soon As Possible 2. As Simple As Possible ASB Asbestos ASBE American Society of Body Engineers Asbestos A natural fibrous mineral with a great heat resisting ability. ASC 1. Acceleration Skid Control 2. Automotive Safety Center ASC Accelerated Solution Center asdf asdf ASD 1. Anti-Slide Device - Steel profiles mounted vertically to a barrier face. The purpose of the ASD is to reduce lateral movement of a vehicle relative to the barrier during impact in assessing asymetrical impact performance. (Soon to be a European requirement.) 2. Auto Locking Differential ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange - This is a binary code for text as well as communications and printer control. ASC air suspension coil ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange - A standard agreed upon by all computing equipment manufacturers for the 128 characters that make up the 'QWERTY' keyboard. Those characters that can be represented with seven binary bits, such as upper and lower case letters, numbers, and punctuation.
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ASDS - ASK
ASDS Application Specific Diagnostic Specification ASE Automotive Service Excellence (formerly NIASE for National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence) - An organazation which tests and certifies technicians in the automotive service industry. Well supported by FPSD. ASEAN Association of South East Asian Nations ASES Automotive Safety & Engineering Standards ASESO Automotive Safety Engineering Standards Office ASG Administrative Support Group ASHRAE American Society of Heating, Regrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers, Inc. (national technical society) ASIC Application Specific Integrated Circuit ASK Application Systems Keyword Database. The ASK system is an online enquiry database that contains abstracts describing fundamental attributes for computer system. ASIA Automotive Service Industry Association ASI Actuator-Sensor Interface -- an open network for pneumatic control systems with a tree topology that is a level below the fieldbus. An ASI master can drive up to 31 actuator and sensor slaves. ASI Asynchronous Simultaneous Injection ASI American Supplier Institute - An independent, non-profit, quality training institute. A.S.I. specializes in teaching Taguchi methods. 2. Applications Software Incorporated
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Ask Henry - ASR
Ask Henry This service provides assistance from a trained information specialist to help with finding information. This service is available inside Ford. ASL Approved Source List ASM Auto Shift Manual ASM American Society for Metals ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers ASMPT Assumption ASN Advanced Shipping Notice ASO Automotive Safety Office - Part of the Ford Environmental and Safety Engineering Staff. ASO Automotive Strategy Office ASR Acceleration Slip Reduction ASQC American Society for Quality Control A Society of Quality Professions, the worldwide leader in the development, promotion, and application of quality and quality-related technologies for the quality profession, private sector, government, and academia. The ASQC bulletin board on OfficeVision may be accessed by typing BB ASQC at the OfficeVision Command line. The ASQC can be contacted directly by calling 800-248-1946. ASQ Automated Software Quality Aspect Ratio Ratio of tire section height to section width. ASPH Asphalt Aspiration ( British ) Means by which engine takes in air fuel mixture (breathing). ASPT Aspirator
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ASR - AST
ASR Automatic Slip Control (German) ASRNC Assurance ASRT 1. Assort 2. Assorted 3. Assortment Assembly Labor Costs Assembly plant variable labor and overhead costs incurred for vehicle assembly. Costs are calculated by multiplying the number of hours required to assemble a vehicle by the base wage and per unit variable overhead cost. These costs include: direct labor cost required to assemble a vehicle; indirect labor cost including fringe, variable overhead costs and variable overtime premium costs. Assessing Questions Discipline-specific questions that provide the means by which the Champion and the Team determine if the disciplines of the Global 8D process have been satisfied. ASSET Automotive Student Service Educational Training - A two year college degree program sponsered by Ford Motor Co. to help bring entry level Service Technicians into Ford dealerships. Assignment The request or delegation of work, on behalf of an 8D, to one or more persons. A Ford employee always has responsibility for ensuring that an assignment gets carried out. Associativity The ability to relate geometric information in such a way that users are notified when their copy of the data/file is not at the latest level. ASST 1. Assist 2. Assisted 3. Assistant AST 1. Above ground Storage Tank 2. Atlantic Standard Time AST assembly code strategy source file
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AST - ATEO
AST Appearance Status Team ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials ASY Assembly AT 1. Affordable Targets - Targets for cost, weight or quality established for a program vehicle, module, or end item based on word assumptions, engineering sketches, and some cost studies of critical, high risk subsystems intended to guide component designs. 2. Astatine AT Attribute Team (replaces PAT) AT (A/T) Automatic Transmission AT&T American Telephone & Telegraph ATA American Trucking Association ATEO Automatic Transmission Engineering Operations ATDC After Top Dead Center (engine) ATC Active Tilt Control ATD Automotive Test Dummy ATA American Trucking Association (protocol) ATAD - Architecture for Technology And Development Architecture for Technology and Development (ATAD). A definition of Ford's technology and development architecture. The technology architecture is the hardware, software, connectivity, and services that support applications. The development architecture defines common tools and methods to develop and maintain applications globally. See <a href="http://www.fsic.ford.com/atad/"> www.fsic.ford.com/atad/</a> ATC 1. Automatic Temperature Control 2. After Top Center
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ATEO - ATRANS
ATEO Automatic Transmission Engineering Office ATF 1. Automatic Transmission Fluid 2. Automated Test Facility ATL Atlanta Assembly Plant ATM Automated Teller Machine ATM 1. Asynchronous Transfer Mode 2. Atmosphere 3. Atomspheric Atmospheric Pressure Weight of air at sea level, about 14.7 psi. atnpc automatic transmission new product center ATO Automatic Transmission Operations ATO Advanced Technology Office ATO Atomic atpit at this point in time ATR Automatic Transmission Relay ATRANS Automatic Transmission ATP Authority to Proceed ATP Affordable Target Process - The process used by cross functional teams to establish affordable module targets for cost, weight, and quality before components are designed (intended to guide component designs). ATOD Automatic Transaxle Overdrive ATOD-E Automatic Transaxle Overdrive Electronically Controlled Atom Smallest distinct chemical unit of a substance, composed of electrons, neutrons and protons.
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ATS - Attribute Lab / Rig Test
ATS intake air temperature (SAE definition) ATSHFT Automatic Shifting ATT 1. Attach 2. Attached 3. Attaches 4. Attaching 5. Attachment ATT Attribute Engineering Attached Document A document containing information that supports an 8D. ATTITUDE SURVEYS A Ford Production System Measurable. Surveys measure how employee attitude help guide FPS efforts toward 90% employee satisfaction at Ford. ATTN Attention ATTNU ATTENUATE/OR/ABLE/ION attenuate, attenuator, attenuable, or attenuation. Attorney Client Privilege Information ( GIS2 ) As a result of government inquiries, pending or potential litigation, certain documents to protect the attorney-client privilege or an attorney's work product should be so marked. This marking identifies these documents as requiring special handling, which shall be in accordance with instructions from the Office of the General Counsel (OGC) or the Office of Tax Counsel (OTC). These designations must be used only at the direction of the OGC or the OTC. Attribute Customer/corporate/regulation driven vehicle level parameter used to define vehicle behavior characteristics. Attribute Lab / Rig Test The ability to test component, subsystem and system attribute only.
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Attribute Prototype ( AP ) - AUTO
Attribute Prototype ( AP ) A production vehicle of any make/model, with parts designed to evaluate or provide direction for a specific vehicle attribute. An AP is also used to validate component/subsystem characteristics at a high confidence of meeting attribute targets. What it is not: An SP or CP level vehicle. ATUD Attitude ATV All-Terrain Vehicle ATW ABS Tire Warning - A feature of the ABS subsystem which may indicate to the driver any of the following: low tire pressure, space-saver spare tire in use, incorrectly sized tires, or excessive tire wear. ATX Automatic Transaxle ATX automatic transmission transaxle AU 1. Gold 2. August AUTH 1. Author 2. Authority 3. authorization Authoring Software Refers to software used to create multimedia, hypertext documents, and presentation materials. Authoring Tools See Web Authoring Tools AUTO 1. Automatic Transmission 2. Automatic 3. Automobile 4. Automation 5. Automotive AUS Australia - Major Ford sites are Geelong, Sidney and Melbourne. AUD Audio AUDIO IN-VEHICLE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM AULA Autolatina - Brazil AUS Ford of Austria
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Auto Tracing Tester - AUTOMATS
Auto Tracing Tester Automatic machine that facilitates aiming of headlight beams. Auto-trol Technology Corporation Auto-trol is a vendor of computer-aided technical illustration products. One of these products is Tech Illustrator (TI) which is based on a 3D graphic engine and provides the capture of graphics information from a variety of sources for use in creation of technical illustrations. Autodesk Supplier of CADCAM software, including Autocad, Millmaster AUTOE AutoEuropa Autofax To telefax from a computer to a telefax machine without human intervention. Automated Cycle Plan The Automated Cycle Plan is a mechanized process to assist the cycle planning process with improved cost, investment, and resource information based on an 800 line item CPSC model (using previous program information as the database). Automatic Steering Effect Built-in tendency of an automobile to resume travel in a straight line when released from a turn. Automatic Transmission Selection Dial Probe Prototype Build and Evaluation Process Assemblies - Process Assemblies are physical assemblies of parts each identified by a production or process part number, which Manufacturing require, to identify a particular condition of assembly of the product, and for which Product Engineering do not prepare a drawing. AUTOMATS Automated Methods Analysis Time System
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Automotive Regulations (ORG) - AVET
Automotive Regulations (ORG) Is Automotive Regulations - Product Development . . Ford of Britain . and/or Vehicle and Traffic Legislation Product . . Development . . Ford of Germany . Autonomation A word coined to describe a feature of a production system whereby a machine is designed to stop automatically whenever a defective part is produced. AUX Auxiliary AV Audio-Visual AVC Automatic Volume Control AVCDO AVOCADO AVD 1. Advanced Vehicle Development Advanced development of vehicle concepts prior to decision to produce. 2. Automobilclub Von Deutschland (Automobile Club of Germany) AVDP Avoirdupois - series of units of weight based on the pound of 16 ounces; compare with Troy or Metric. AVEN Axisymmetric Vectoring Exhaust Nozzle AVEO Advanced Vehicles Engineering Office - Advanced engineering of vehicle concepts prior to decision to produce. Average Options Cost Sum of average cost for all vehicle line options/series. The average cost for an option is derived by multiplying the option variable cost by the installation rate for that option. Average Options MRS Sum of average retail revenue for all vehicle line options/series. The average vehicle retail revenue effect for an option is derived by multiplying the option retail revenue by the installation rate for that option. AVET Advance Vehicle Engineering & Technology
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AVG - AX4N
AVG Average AVI Audio Video Interleaved AVQM AVT/VC Quality Manual AVS American Vacuum Society (national technical society for those using vacuum, inclucing surface scientists, fusion researchers, thin film and coating specialists, vacuum technologists and manufacturers). AVSE Advanced Vehicle & Systems Engineering AVSSE Advance Vehicle Safety & Structures Engineering AVT Advanced Vehicle Technology AVTEL Advanced Vehicle Technology Liaison Manager AWA After Warranty Adjustment AX Axle AX4N Automatic transaxle 4-speed w/Nonsynchronous shifting. The basic AXOD Transaxle (Automatic transaxle w/OverDrive) redesigned to incorporate nonsynchronous shifting. AWS ANALYTICAL WARRANTY SYSTEM AWNG AWNING AWS 1. Anti-Wheel Spin (control system) 2. American Welding Society AWM Appliance Wiring Material - A UL designation covering insulated wire and cable for internal wiring of appliances and equipment. AWG American Wire Gauge AWD All-Wheel Drive
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AX4S - AZ
AX4S Automatic transaxle 4-speed Synchronous shifting. The basic AXOD Transaxle (Automatic transaxle w/OverDrive) which has synchronous shifting. As opposed to the soon to be released AX4N Transaxle with Nonsynchronous shifting. AX4S/N 150K Upgrades Process The AX4S/N transmission program is piloting a robustness and a tracking process for its 150K upgrades. The process has three major elements: Understand Requirement, Design for requirement, and design verification. Each element comprise different design activities that would yield a quality product. AXEM AXOD w/electronic controls and modulated LU converter Axle Horizontal member on which road wheel rotates or to which road wheel is affixed; i.e., stub axle, axle half shaft. AXMM AXOD w/electronic controls and high torque capacity AXNS AXOD with non synchronous shift AXOD automatic transaxle overdrive transmission (front wheel drive) AXOD-E Automatic Transaxle Overdrive Transmission, Electronically Controlled AXOD-E/AXOE Automatic Transaxle Overdrive, Electronically Controlled AXOE AXOD with electronic controls AZ Arizona AZ Azimuth
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B - B/HD
B 1. Boron 2. Bell B & S Gauge Brown and Sharpe Gauge, which is a standard measure of wire size. The smaller the number, larger the wire. B Parts Company-designed parts that require early sourcing. Defined early to be certain the supplier participates in design and processing to ensure optimum design. Design- and processrepresentative. B Pillar Second pillar in roof, counting from the windshield. B&A Body & Assembly B&A Body and Assembly B&AGO Body & Assembly General Office B&AO Body and Assembly Operations B/CRK Bell Crank B/ENAM Baking Enamel B/HD Break Head B&AP Body & Assembly Purchasing B&ASO Body & Assembly Stamping Operations B&CE Body and Chassis Engineering B&CPS Brake & Clutch Pedal Support B&W Black and White B+ Battery Positive Voltage B-ST Bailey Street B/B/C Bumper to Back of Cab
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B/MTL - Backbone
B/MTL Bi Metal B/OT Backout B/P Back Pressure (In Exhaust System) B/PLT Bell Plate B/S 1. Body Side 2. Body Style 3. Bonded Structure B/S/W Black Side Wall B/STM Break Stem B/UP Back Up B/W Between / entre (medio de) BA 1. Bail 2. Barium BAC Business Assistance Center Back Axle ( British ) Differential Back Off Moderate or slacken speed. Back Pressure A resistance to free flow, such as a restriction in exhaust system. Backbone The part of a communications network that handles the major traffic, often using the highest speed transmission paths in the network. BAAMS Body & Assembly Asset Management System. Maintains current online asset information for all computer related equipment in the Body & Assembly General Offices and Plants. Used for tracking equipment hardware with a potential expansion for software, providing inventory for establishing maintenance agreements.
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Backbone - Ball Bearing
Backbone Foundation Backfire Ignition of mixture in intake manifold by flame from a cylinder. Backlash Clearance or 'play' between two parts, such as meshed gears. Backlight (B/L) Window across the rear of any automobile, regardless of body style. Sometimes called back window or rear window. Backup Management Hardware and software that performs backup, archiving, restoration, hierarchical storage management and removable media management functions. BACnet Building Automation and Control Network BAS BAF Baffle Baffle Plate 1. Plates inside muffler which control and muffle engine noise. 2. Plates inside gasoline tank(s) to reduce sloshing of fuel. BAL Balance Balance Assure that the target-to-target interactions are optimized relative to meeting the customer expectations. Baldies 1. Worn tires 2. Drag racing slicks Balk Ring Also called bulk ring or blocking ring. A ring in a manual transmission that blocks or interrupts gear mesh until synchronous speed between gears is attained. Ball Bearing An antifriction bearing consisting of a hardened inner and outer race with hardened steel balls interposed between two races.
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Ball Joint - BASENG
Ball Joint Provides movement in any plane; between two members by means of a ball on one and a socket on the other. BAMC Body and Assembly Material Control Scheduling System Bandwidth The amount of information/data that can be transferred and handled in relation to time. Usually expressed in bits or bytes per second. Bandwidth The transmission capacity of a communications line, computer channel or bus, expressed in cycles per second. BANK1 Injector Bank #1 BANK2 Injector Bank #2 BANK3 Injector Bank #3 Banking Banked corners of an oval or circular race track. BAP 1. Barometric Absolute Pressure 2. Benzo(a)pyrene BARBI Baseband Radar Bag Initiator BARO Barometric Pressure BARO Sensor Barometric Pressure Sensor BARR Barrier Base Vehicle Parts Costs Cost of all end items delivered to the assembly plant. This includes part costs for both insourced and outsourced parts. BASENG Base Engine Subsystem Banzai ( Drag Racing ) All-out run. Bringing engine to absolute peak performance. BAO Body & Assembly Operations
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BASIC - BCCS
BASIC Beginners Allpurpose Symbolic Instruction Code Basket of Snakes 1. Name given to complicated 'tuned' exhaust system fitted to racing engine. Most often used in connection with the Indianapolis Ford V-8 of the early 1960's. 2. A situation which is complicated. BAST Bundesanstalt Fuer Strassenwesen (Federal Society for Road Traffic) BAT Battery Batch Release The aggregate of all parts released in WERS that are required for all prototypes build units within a specific prototype phase. BATN Baton BATT+ (SAE term - B+) battery positive voltage BATTEMP battery temperature BCC Battery Charge Control BCCS buffer coil current sensse BBW Brake By Wire BC Bottom Center BCA VECTOR processed. FCA used in calibration. BB Bohle Building BBC 1. Bumper to Back of Cab (Truck Dimension) 2. Before Bottom Center BBL Barrel BBS Bulletin Board System (computer BBS) Battery Any number of complete electrical cells assembled in one housing or case.
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BCD - Bead Molding
BCD 1. Belt Cam Drive 2. Binary Coded Decimal BCI Battery Council International BCIS Bar Code Information System BCPS Brake & Clutch Pedal Support BCU Brake Control Unit. The module that controls the braking functions in a Brake-By-Wire (BBW) brake system. This module may also contain all or some of the controls of supplemental brake functions such as ABS, Traction Control, etc. BD Board BDC Bottom Dead Center (crankshaft position) BDG Badge Bead Part of tire shaped to fit the rim. Bead Molding Molding with a small cross section and of any length. BDN Bowden BDT Bulk Data Transfer BDV Budget Development Volume BDW Beech Daly Warehouse BDY Body BDYACC Body Acceleration threshold exceeded BE 1. Body Engineering 2. Beryllium BDI Bundesverband Der Deutschen Industrie (Federal Association of German Industry)
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Beam Axle - BEM
Beam Axle Solid axle whose cross section is in the shape of an 'I.' Bearing A part in which a journal, shaft or pivot turns or moves. Beautification (Engine Compartment) Beautification in the engine compartment is defined as achieving an improved component appearance through design of external form and/or colour/finish to give a coordinated overall appearance. Beauty Bolts Exposed, large, round, bright bolt heads on the surface of bumpers. Also used to identify similar parts of station wagon simulated-wood treatment. (The term 'beauty' is used in this context with inverted humor.) BEC Bemidji Evaluation Center, a cold weather GTO facility in MN. BEC Beacon BELTS Seat Belt Subsystem BEM Boundary Element Method BEL Ford of Belgium Bell Housing Covering around flywheel and clutch or torque converter. BELO Below Belted Bias Basic Bias Ply structure, plus two or more tread plies, or belts, around circumference of tire under the tread. Beltline Line established by the upper edge of the car's lower body at the glass openings as seen from the side. BED bead. BEL Belt
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Benchmark - BEST
Benchmark 1. A point of reference from which measurements can be made. 2. Something that serves as a standard by which others may be measured. 3. To establish objectives based on comparisons with competitors. Benchmarking The process of directly comparing Ford's products, business practices, or processes with a direct competitor or other company that is "best in class" in a particular aspect of business. Bend 1. Damage a racing car. 2. Turn in the direction indicated; the turn may be safely taken at rally speed. Bendix Gear or Bendix Drive A gear mounted on a screw shaft attached to starting motor armature, which automatically engages and disengages electric starting motor. Bent Racing car that has been damaged. Bent Stovebolt Chevrolet V-8 engine Benzol A by-product of manufacture of coke, sometimes used as an engine fuel. BEO Body Engineering Office BEPE Body and Electrical Product Engineering BEPEO Body Electrical, Product Engineering Office Berlina ( also Berline or Berlinetta ) European usage to denote car style referred to as Sedan in America and Saloon in England. BEST BEST PRACTICES
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Best Practices - BHN
Best Practices (1) Practices of an organization determined through benchmarking studies and quality reviews to be exemplary, or state of the art. (2) Knowledge gained through analyzing and quantifying benchmarking experiences and applied to the home organization. BETW Between BEV BUM'S EYE VIEW BEVI Badged Extra-Vehicular Items - Items that accompany the sale of, and are identified with the name or logo of, a car or truck. Examples include luggage, shirts, jackets, hats, etc. Bezel 1. Frame, escutcheon, or rim, usually surrounding a lamp or opening; either bright-finished or painted. 2. A grooved ring or rim in which a transparent instrument cover is placed. BFT BUFFET BGE Bridge BHN Brinell Hardness Number Bezug Referebz Regulations Projection Is a guide issued once a year in June by the Automotive Regulations Planning of Product Development, the purpose of which is to establish the following years budget which lists all known and expected legislative actions and trends in major world markets and therefore can be used for broad planning and general information and reference purposes. It is a computerised report and an up to date copy is always available from the Automotive Regulations Office. On request selective listings can be produced using Category Model Year, Territory, Country, Subject, Issue/Effective Data Range, etc. as selection factors. BF 1. Buff 2. Buffed 3. Buffer 4. Buffing
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BHP - Binder
BHP Brake Horsepower. Net power available at the output shaft of the engine. (Brake refers to a measuring device, not to automobile brakes.) BI bidirectional input/background information BI 1. Bismuth 2. Bias Bias Ply Pneumatic tire structure in which ply cords extend diagonally from bead to bead, laid at alternate angles. BIC Best In Class - A vehicle, function, attribute that clearly represents superior performance or value. BICAP Best In Class Action Plans BIDS Buyer Information & Documentation System Big Bangers Cars with engines of large volume displacement. Binder The upper and lower holding surfaces which control metal flow around a shape to be formed in a draw operation. BIND 1. Bind 2. Binding 3. Binder BILD Abbildung Bill of Material (BOM) A list of parts required to build a specific prototype or production vehicle. BIN VECTOR strategy & calibration object file (released product) BIN binary point Big End 1. Crankshaft end of connecting rod in an internal combustion engine. 2. End of quarter-mile drag racing distance.
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Binder Development - BL
Binder Development A process to determine the type and location of indentations and protrusions in the outer perimeter of the draw die. This is a specialized process subsidiary to the development of the draw die. Binders Road wheel brakes. BIOS Basic Input Output System (system software, usually resident in computer's ROM; the program which interprets keyboard input and which transmits characters to the monitor or disk) BIOSID BIOfidelic Side Impact Dummy BIPS Billions of Instructions Per Second Biscuit Rectangular sewn area on a seat or door panel. BIT Binary digIT Bite Traction of road wheels. BKL Brooklyn BKLE Buckle BL 1. Blatt 2. Ball BKFR Backfire BK 1. Berkelium 2. Back 3. Backing BK/HOE Back Hoe BKE 1. Bake 2. Baked 3. Baking BIW Body in White BIW Body Structure Subsystem BJB Battery Junction Block
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BLA - Blind Quarter
BLA 1. Back Lock Angle (Steering) 2. Black Black Box Components and/or assemblies that are totally designed and developed by a qualified in-house (BMD) or outside production to meet NAAO requirements and performed specification to the supplier. Supplier testing responsibilities will be specified by contractual agreement. Black Skin The hard surface skin on a casting. Black Top A paved road surfaced with any of several types of asphaltic or bituminous material, usually black. Blacky Carbon Gasoline. Term used by those who use exotic fuel mixtures. Blade Thin, sharply defined ridge in body metal, or applique of similar nature. BLB Bulb BLD Blade bld borderline detonation BLD/UP Build Up BLDC Brushless Direct Current (motor) BLDR 1. Bleed 2. Bleeder Blend 1. Racing fuel mixture. 2. Flowing together of two or more surfaces. BLI Business Leadership Initiative Blind Quarter Unusually wide 'C' pillar or roof quarter, tending to enclose rear seat area.
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Blinker - BLR
Blinker A warning signal, as at a highway or railway intersection, consisting of a light, usually red or yellow, operating in an alternating sequence of off and on. Blips Small ornamentation in series; i.e., several identical ports, bars, windsplits, etc., aligned horizontally or vertically on body. BLK 1. Block 2. Blocker BLKHD Bulkhead BLKT Blackout BLLW 1. Bellow 2. Bellows BLM ( BLMC ) British Leyland Motors Corporation BLND Blind Block Cylinder block of an internal combustion engine. Blow Engine failure Blow-By A leakage or loss of pressure, often used with reference to leakage of compression past piston ring between piston and cylinder. Blower Supercharger Blown Engine 1. Supercharged engine 2. Major engine failure Blown Gasser ( Drag Racing ) Supercharged Gas Coupe or Sedan. BLR blower BLNK 1. Blank 2. Blanks 3. Blanked Blanking BLNKT Blanket
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BLRD - BMV
BLRD Bollard BLS Bureau of Labor Standards BLST Ballast BLSTR Bolster BLT Bolt BLU Blue Blue-Line Drawing Print reproduced, usually on paper, by an ammonia developing process. Also called a blueprint. BLW 1. Blow 2. Blower 3. Blowing BM Beam BMAP Barometric and Manifold Absolute Pressure BMPR bumper. BMV Bundesministerium Fuer Verkehr (German Federal Ministry of Traffic) BMP VECTOR binary scaling and modifiable parameters file. BMP Bit MaP - A Windows and OS/2 raster graphics format that is either device dependent or independent. BMI Bundesministerium Des Innern (German Federal Ministry of the Interior) BMEP Brake Mean Effective Pressure. That portion of the Mean Effective Pressure available for power output. BMD Basic Manufacturing Division - Ford Manufacturing, e.g., B&A (Body and Assembly), T&C (Transmission and Chassis) responsible for mass production of components.
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BMVVU - Body-In-White
BMVVU Bundesministerium F. Verkehr & Verstaatl. Unternehmen (Ministry of Traffic & State Enterprises - Austria) BMW Bavarian Motor Works BMWI Bundesministerium Fuer Wirtschaft (German Federal Ministry of Economics) BN 1. Bend 2. Bent BNC Bayonet Nut Coupler BND Band BNK Bank BNL Brookhaven National Laboratory BNT Bonnet BO Business Operations BODY Body Engineering Body-In-White Body-In-White includes the body structure (which serves as the basic structure for the body, or for the entire vehicle on unit construction vehicles) and doors, hood and rear deck or tailgate. BOCA Building Officials and Code Administrators BOD Board of Directors BODY BODY SYSTEM BOB Bobbin BOB Break Out Box BOC Buick-Oldsmobile-Cadillac (Division of General Motors)
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bodyside - Bookmark
bodyside The sheet metal part covering the side of a vehicle and extending from the "A" pillar to the rear end, possibly including a quarter panel, but not including a lift gate, hatch, or trunk lid. (see also DOP) Boiling Point Temperature at atmospheric pressure at which bubbles or vapors rise to surface and escape. BOK Book Bolster Portion of seat which rolls over or forms uppermost part of seatback or leading edge of seat itself. Bolster The component in the Front End Module that: 1) Combines the function of the ras support, GOR/GOP, hood latch support, and bemper beam; 2) Replaces the front end structure of the BIW and maintains the vehicle attributes (ie. torsional stiffness, bending stiffness, etc.) BOM 1. Bill of Material - A list of parts. Discrete BOM - A list parts for a specific prototype or production vehicle. 2. Fleet BOM a summation of Discrete BOMs for all vehicle being built during a given prototype phase. 3. Boom BON 1. Bond 2. Bonded 3. Bonding Bonded Lining Brake lining cemented to shoes or bands which eliminates need for rivets. Bonnet ( British ) See Hood BOO Brake On/Off (Status) Bookmark A Netscape feature that allows you to index a Web Page that you would like to revisit in the future. It is done by storing the URL (Uniform Resource Locator) and title of the page when you click on "Add Bookmark" at the bookmark pull down menu.
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Bookshelf Commodity - Booster
Bookshelf Commodity The Commodity Bookshelf is a resource which supports Vehicle Programs by providing detailed designs of proven components, subsystems and systems. Bookshelf Technology Any new product, process, or material, demonstrated capable of performing at the desired level, inside the company or at another company within equivalent mass production environment. Bookshelf Value Management The Competitive Analysis Value Management ( CAVM ) bookshelf is a computer-based storage and information retrieval system. It allows users to access/search for data in CAVM reports and then view or print text and images. The CAVM reports (Value Analysis, Value Engrg, Value Benchmarking, and Value Plng) include system, subsystem or component value comparisons based on function and quality assessments, with cost and weight data. Boolean Operator A search tool that allows you to refine your search. Using the tool, you can ask the search engine to look for a term and another term; a term or another term; a term but not another term; a term near another term; and a term that is followed by another term (within 10 words). Boolean Search A search for specific data which implies that any condition can be searched for using the Boolean operators AND, OR and NOT. Boom Rhythmic sound like a drum roll or distant thunder. May cause pressure on ear drum. Boondocks Off the course, i.e., 'He drove off into the boondocks.' Boost Turbo-Charger Boost Solenoid Booster A mechanical or hydraulic device attached to brake or steering system to increase power or effectiveness.
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Boot ( British ) - BP
Boot ( British ) See Trunk BOP Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac Divisions BOPS Business Operating Plan System BOR Bore Bore Measurement across the cylinder bore (diameter). (Slang) To enlarge a hole. Boring Bar A stiff bar equipped with multiple cutting bits used to machine a series of bearing bores in proper alignment with each other. BORIS Batch & On-line Receipt & Invoicing System BOSS Bags Only Safe Simulator (emissions testing) Box Transmission BP 1. Barometric Pressure 2. Blue Print BOV Budget Objective Volume BOT Bottom BOT Buyer Orientation Training Bottled Gas Liquefied petroleum gas compressed and contained in portable cylinders. Bounce Applied to engine valves, a condition where valve is not held tightly to its seat when cam is not lifting it. In ignition distributor, a condition where breaker points make and break contact when they should remain closed. Boss 1. Drag term for ultimate in perfection. 2. An extension or strengthened section, such as projections within a piston which support piston pin or piston pin bushing.
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BP - Brake Anchor
BP Business Plan BP&VE Business Planning & Vehicle Engineering. BPA Bypass Air (Idle Speed Control) BPAV bypass air valve BPC Boost Pressure Control BPD BATCH PROCESS DEVELOPMENT BPD British Product Development BPEGR Back Pressure EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) BPF BALL PARK FIGURE BPS Bits per Second BPT Back Pressure Transducer Brake 1. Mechanism for slowing and stopping the road wheel. 2. Term (European and English) for Station Wagon. Brake Anchor Pivot pin on brake backing plate against which shoe bears. BRA 1. Brace 2. Bracing Brain Bucket Racing safety helmet. Brainstorming A problem-solving tool, intentionally uninhibited, where deferral of judgment is essential in generating the greatest number of possible solutions to a problem or creative ideas for later evaluation and development. BRAKE BRAKE SYSTEM BR 1. Branch 2. Bromine
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Brake Band - Brake Lining
Brake Band A band, surrounding a brake drum, to which lining is attached. Brake Bleeding Procedure for removing air from lines of a hydraulic system. Brake Cylinder A cylinder in which a movable piston converts pressure to mechanical force to move brake shoes against braking surface of drum or rotor. Brake Disc Parallel-faced circular plate against which brake lining is forced to retard vehicle. Also ROTOR. Brake Drum A metal cylinder attached to wheel and acted upon by friction material. Brake Fade A condition where repeated severe applications of brakes cause expansion of brake drum or loss of frictional ability or both, which results in impaired braking efficiency. Brake Fluid A compounded liquid for use in hydraulic brake systems, which must meet exacting conditions (impervious to heat, freezing, thickening, bubbling, etc.). Brake Flushing A procedure for removing fluid from a brake system and washing out sediment. Brake Horsepower Actual horsepower delivered by crankshaft, measured by means of a dynamometer or prony brake. Brake Hose A flexible conductor for transmission of fluid pressure in brake system. Brake Line Hydraulic brake hose connecting master cylinder with wheel cylinder. Brake Lining A material having a suitable coefficient of friction, which is attached to brake shoe and which contacts brake drum to retard vehicle.
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Brake Shoe - Breaker Arm
Brake Shoe Carrier to which brake lining is attached, used to force lining in contact with brake drum or rotor. Brake Shoe Heel Generally, end of brake shoe opposite anchor pin. Brake Shoe Toe Generally, end of brake shoe nearest anchor pin. BRAKES 1. Means of stopping car. (Most common current types are durm or disc, or a combination of both.) 2. Brake Advisory Knowledge Expert System Branding Part Trademark is any mark approved in accordance with the established procedures to mark parts used in the fabrication of Ford products and/or sold as service and accessory items by Ford marketing activities. BRAZ 1. Braze 2. Brazing Braze To join two pieces of metal with use of a comparatively high melting point material. Example: join two pieces of steel by using brass of bronze as a solder. BRC Blue Ribbon Committee BRD Braid BRDCL Broadcloth BRDR Border BREA Breather Break-In Process of wearing into a desirable fit between surfaces of two new or reconditioned parts. Breaker Arm Movable part of a pair of contact points in an ignition distributor or magneto.
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Breaker Cam or Cam - BRMTRC
Breaker Cam or Cam Multi-lobed cam rotating in ignition distributor, which serves to interrupt primary circuit to induce a high tension spark for ignition. Breaker Points Two separable points, usually faced with silver, platinum or tungsten, which interrupt primary circuit in distributor or magneto for purpose of inducing a high tension current in ignition system. BRF VECTOR binary cross reference BRG 1. Bearing Brickyard Indianapolis Motor Speedway Bridge ( Styling ) Large moveable measuring instrument that straddles a model. It use makes it possible for any point on the model to be transferred to paper or duplicated in three dimensions. Brinell Hardness A scale for designating degree of hardness possessed by a substance. BRK 1. Brake 2. Braking BRK/AWY Breakaway BRK/DWN Breakdown BRK/OVR Break Over BRKG Breakage BRKR Breaker BRKT 1. Bracket 2. Bracketed 3. Bracketing BRLP Burlap BRM British Racing Motors BRMTRC Barometric
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BRNCHD - BS&C
BRNCHD Branched Broach To finish surface of metal by pushing or pulling a multiple edge cutting tool over or through it. BROCH Brochure Broke Out of competition due to mechanical failure. Browser Software developed to read and run information and programs using HTML (HyperText Markup Language) format. The software allows you to navigate through information databases. (Browsers include Netscape Navigator and Microsoft Explorer). BRSH 1. Brush 2. Brushed 3. Brushes 4. Brushing BRST Burst BRT Business Review Team BS Bank Select - memory expansion , enhanced EEC-IV BS&C Business Strategy and Communication Department BRT Bright Brush Carbon block running on commutator (segmented copper ring) which collects electrical current from armature. Brushed Finish Fine, directional, disruption of a smooth surface. Usually done on aluminum, stainless steel, chrome plate, but can be simulated in plastic. Brushes Bars of carbon or other conducting material which contact commutator of an electric motor or generator. BRZ Bronze BS 1. British Standard 2. Boss
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BSAU - BTCS
BSAU British Standard and Automobile Series BSC Basic BSCO Brake Specific CO (carbon monoxide) in emissions testing. BSE Base BSE Body Systems Engineering BSFC Brake Specific Fuel Consumption BSHC Brake Specific Hydrocarbon (emissions testing) BSHG Bushing BSI British Standards Institute BSKT Basket BSNOx Brake Specific Nitrogen Oxides BTCS Brake Traction Control System btb bumper to bumper BTC A group of signals (A `bus') BTC 1. Before Top Center 2. British Technical Council BT Boot BSW Black Sidewall (Tire) BSS British Standards Specification BST 1. Boost 2. Booster 3. Boosting 4. British Summer Time BSPM Body Side Protective Molding BSP Buffalo Stamping Plant.
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BTDC - Bug Catcher
BTDC Before Top Dead Center (Timing Setting) BTEN Batten BTI Break Through Initiatives BTN Button BTS BUILD-TO-SCHEDULE BTU Amount (British Thermal Unit) of heat required to raise temperature of 1 lb. of water, 1 deg. F. btv Brake Torque Variation BTW "By the way", commonly used in electronic mail messages. BTY Beauty BU Built Up (Overseas Assembly Term) BUF Buffalo Stamping Plant BUG Bugatti Bug Catcher Scoop or hood around the injector system or carburetors. Bucket Seat Individual seat, often contoured so as to provide lateral support. Buckled Plates Battery plates that have been bent or warped out of a flat plane. Bucks Up ( Drag Racing ) Sizeable prize money. Budget A comprehensive one-year projection of operating and financial results for the next calendar year. It is derived from the first year of the Business Plan. It identifies near-term issues and solutions, provides a means of obtaining management commitment to operating plans, and is the base for measuring performance toward objectives.
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BUILD-TO-SCHEDULE (BTS) - Bump Stick
BUILD-TO-SCHEDULE (BTS) A Ford Production System Measurable. BTS is the percentage of units scheduled for a given day that are produced on the correct day and in the correct sequence. BTS reflects a plant's ability to produce what customers want, when they want it. BTS = Volume Performance x Mix Performance x Sequence Performance. Built Up (BU) Unit A vehicle imported or exported as an assembled unit. BUKT Bucket BUL Bullet BULD 1. Build 2. Builder 3. Building Bulk Material Costs Variable costs for materials such as paints, weld sealers, mastics, stick on sound deadeners, etc, which are purchased in bulk quantities. Bulk materials Production or service materials that do not have the characteristics of formed parts when received, but become part of the finished product during the manufacturing process (e.g. plastic granules, phosphating materials, paints, oils, greases and gasoline.) Bulletin Board (BBD) ( GIS1, GIS2, GIS3 ) For people who do not have ACCESS TO THE WEB. Global Information Standards can also be reviewed through the PROFs Bulletin Board at: BB GIS at the PROFs command line and hit enter. Bullpen Area designated for the parking or staging of truck trailers or lorrys. This area may be an offsite location. Each parking location is designated as a "spot". IE, parking for 10 trailers = 10 bullpen spots. Bum ( Trade Slang ) Worn, unsound, used car. Bump Stick Camshaft
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Bumper - Business Management ( GIS1 )
Bumper Metal or metal and rubber buffer, affixed to front and rear of bodywork to protect parked motor vehicles. Bumper Bracket Vertical over-riders affixed to bumpers to widen area of protection offered by bumpers. BUMPERS Bumpers Subsystem BUR 1. Burn 2. Burned 3. Burning 4. Burner Burnish To smooth or polish by use of a sliding tool under pressure. Bush ( also Bushing ) Sleeve of metal, rubber, plastic or other material forming separate insertion in a machine component to provide bearing surface. Bushing A removable liner for a bearing. Business Acumen (Understands essential requirements of our business.) Knows Ford's global business operations and the global business context in which Ford operates. Knows the basic business principles used to achieve quality, customer, and profit outcomes in a global environment. Demonstrates functional and technical proficiency. (Ford Leadership Behavior) Business Management ( GIS1 ) Records which apply to the organisation and management of a corporation. It may contain related development, announcements, directives, organisation charts, studies, duties, board of directors meetings, and organisational management.
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Business Plan - BVA
Business Plan A plan laying out the principle specific strategies and general tactics, together with the key underlying assumption, for a business operation for the next five years, based on agreed goals, affordable business structure, and general strategies of the Company. The Business Plan consists of an operating plan and a financial plan that quantifies the operating plan. Business Planning The process of setting overall corporate financial and business objectives consistent with the corporate vision, economic conditions, and long-range corporate goals. Busted Lung ( Drag Racing ) One spark plug not firing. Bustleback Automobile configuration as differentiated from a fastback. Also termed notch-back. BUT WLD Butt Weld BVA Back Pressure Variable Transducer Buy-in Positive agreement Buzz Low-pitched sound, something like a bee. Usually associated with vibrations. Butane A petroleum hydrocarbon compound which has a boiling point of about 32 deg. F, which is used as engine fuel. Loosely referred to as Liquefied Petroleum Gas and often combined with Propane. Butterfly 1. Two pieces of wood joined together in shape of a cross. Used to carry clay. 2. Carburetor metering valve. Buttons Chrysler Corporation stock cars equipped with push-button automatic transmission. Buy Off The final quality assurance of a manufactured part or assembly by the activity that produced it.
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BVD - BZR
BVD Basic Vehicle Design BVL Bevel BVRG Beverage BVRS Buffered VRS (Variable Reluctance Crankshaft Sensor) BVT back pressure variable transducer BWD Bowed BWL Bowl BWS Budget Work Standard Bye Single drag racing run made during eliminations to equalize the number of runs made by each contestant. Bye runs are made when an uneven number of cars advance to next round. BYP By Pass BZR Buzzer BZL Bezel BYT Bayonet Byte Group of BITs used to represent a number, letter, symbol or code; sometimes the same length as a "WORD." A Byte refers to 8 BITs when used for describing memory or disk capacity. Bypass An alternate path for a flowing substance. BYPA bypass air for ISC
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C - C-TAD
C Completed C CELSIUS C Carbon C Centigrade C Parts Parts that are not designed as "A" or "B". Early sourcing should not be required. Parts for designated Structured Prototype are supplied by a production supplier. Parts for the Confirmation Prototype are designed-and processrepresentative. C Pillar Third pillar in roof, counting from the front. C&F Cost and Freight - a term used to describe conditions of sale and freight arrangements for export markets. C&I Cost and Insurance - a term used to describe conditions of sale and freight arrangements for export markets. C-TAD Portfolio of direct translators between CAD systems. C&P Current & Past C&R CONE & ROLLER C&T Color & Trim c&t colour and trim C&TG Car and Truck Group C-Press Cost Plant Resident Engineering Systems Support - A group located at B&AGO that works with the plants to reduce manpower through cost savings projects. C&P Current and Past Model Vehicle Support Department C&I Contests and Incentives - The Marketing (Merchandising) area responsible for developing contest and incentive programs.
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C/100 - C/PUNCH
C/100 Concerns per 100 units C/A/R CENTER ARM REST C/ARM CROSSARM C/B CITIZENS BAND C/BAL COUNTER BALANCE C/BD Cardboard C/BK CUT BACK C/D COMPACT DISC C/E/P ( CEP ) CLEVELAND ENGINE PLANT C/F Cross Functional (Team) C/I/F ( CIF ) CLEVELAND IRON FOUNDRY C/KEY COTTER KEY C/LGTR CIGAR LIGHTER/CIGARETTE LIGHTER C/M Crossmember C/M CROSSMEMBER C/M/O CUSTOMER MATERIAL ORDER C/N/T Canton Forge Plant C/O Carry Over or Carryover C/O/E Cab Over Engine C/ORG COUNTRY OF ORIGIN C/OVR CROSSOVER C/P Cycle Plan C/PIN COTTER PIN C/PUNCH COUNTERPUNCH
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C/PUR - CABO
C/PUR CENTRAL OFFICE PURCHASING C/PWR candle power. C/REC CROSS RECESS C/SECT CROSS SECTION C/SHT Camshaft C/ST CENTER SEAT C/U Cost Per Unit C3 Transmission-Automatic-RWD C3P CAD/CAM/CAE/Product Information Management CAA Clean Air Act CAAA Clean Air Act Amendment (Public Law 101-549, November 15, 1990, regulating automotive emissions, among other things). CABO Council of American Building Officials CA 1. Calcium 2. Cable 3. California C4DE CDW ATX 4spd transmission w/electronic controls (FWD) c4 (c-4) Car Consortium Coordinating Committee C3P CAD/CAM/CAE/PIM. C3P is the Corporate Strategy of Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM), Computer Aided Engineering (CAE), and Product Information Management (PIM) including development, integration, and deployment to support the goals of Ford 2000.
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Cabriolet - CAE
Cabriolet Term (English and European) for car known in America as a convertible. CAC Charge Air Cooler CAC Customer Assistance Center Cache A reserved section of regular memory or a dedicated bank of high-speed memory used to improve performance. It provides a temporary storage area for instructions and data that are closer to the CPU's speed. CACSD Computer-Aided Control System Design CAD Computer-Aided Design - The use of computer-generated two- and three dimensional pictorial graphics, such as those made by PDGS or CADD4, in product design and drafting. Also, in a broader sense, any design-related activity using computer aids, e.g., WERS or CEPR. CADL Car Advanced Direction Letter CAE Common Applications Environment (computer operating environment, based in UNIX, being developed by X/Open) CAE Computer Aided Engineering. This is part of the C3P program. CAD Computer Aided Design. This is part of the C3P program. CAD the Master A combination of 3D geometry and text sufficient to define the product that is developed electronically. CAD-CAM Computer Aided Design - Computer Aided Manufacturing. The harnessing of Computers to generate drawings, perform complex structural and design analyses and directly program numerically controlled machines to produce automotive parts. CADDS Computer Aided Design and Detail System
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CAE - CALB
CAE Computer-Aided Engineering - Use of computer simulations to predict the functional performance of components, subsystems, and systems (vehicles), given sufficient definition of geometries and material properties. Designed sensitivity analysis to identify critical design variables and optimization is used to obtain the desired performance. CAEBP Computer Aided Engineering Business Planning (section)-A part of the Advanced Vehicle & CAE Systems Dept, within Process Leadership, within FAO - see: <a href="http://wwwavcae.pd9.ford.com">wwwavcae.pd9.ford.com</a> for more information. CAESARS Computer Aided Engineering Support Action Request System - See the Advanced Vehicle & CAE Systems Dept's webpage: <a href="http://wwwavcae.pd9.ford.com/">wwwavcae.pd9.ford.com/</a> CAFE Corporate Average Fuel Economy Harmonically averaged (a weighted average) fuel consumption by volume plus adjustments. CAFE is determined by the federal government. For 1990 it is 27.5 miles per gallon. CAI Computer Aided Inspection CAID Computer Aided Industrial Design CAID the Master A three dimensional electronic file which replaces clay models as the master control file. It is a mathematical surface which defines the appearance concept Class 1 Surface definition(s). CAL Also used in PDL's - short for California; when referring to California's higher emission standards. CALB Computer Aided Line Balancing
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Calibrate - CALSEL
Calibrate To determine or adjust graduation or scale of any instrument giving quantitative measurements. Calibration ( CAL ) An identification of the componentry on a Base Engine and vehicle and the respective componentry settings (fuel/air flow, electrical, etc.) required to meet the established program objectives (P&E, emissions, etc.). Calibration Sign Off Final identification of emission control hardware and other engine dress items. Calibration of the hardware, however, may change between calibration and certification sign-off. CALIF CALIFORNIA ( CA ) Caliper Non-rotational components of disc brake that straddles disc and contains hydraulic components. CALS 1. Calibration Select 2. Computer-aided Acquisition and Logistics Support CALSEL calibration select Calipers An adjustable tool for determining inside or outside diameter by contact and retaining dimension for measurement or comparison. Calorific Value A measure of heating value of fuel. Calorimeter An instrument to measure amount of heat given off by a substance when burned. Calory Metric measurement of amount of heat required to raise 1 gram of water from zero deg to 1 deg Celsius. CALS REVISED definition: Continuous Acquisition and Life-cycle Support. (Former definition: Computer-aided Acquisition and Logistics Support.)
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CALTRANS - CAN
CALTRANS California Department of Transportation CAM Computer Aided Manufacturing. This is part of the C3P program. CAM 1. Computer Aided Manufacturing 2. Eccentric formation on a shaft to translate a rotating motion into reciprocating. CAM and Lever Type of automobile steering control box in which steering mechanism is actuated by a cam and lever. CAM Angle Number of degrees of rotation of distributor shaft during which contact points are closed. CAM Ground Piston A piston ground to a slightly oval shape which, under heat of operation, becomes round. Camber Angle at which the road wheels sit on the roadway. It is the outward or inward tilt of a wheel at top. Camber Force ( also Camber Thrust ) Lateral force when the slip angle is zero. Camber Stiffness ( also Camber Rate or Thrust Rate ) Derivative of camber force with respect to camber angle evaluated at zero camber angle. CAMDRIVE Camdrive Camera-Case Finish Textured, leather-like finish used in car interiors. (The name is derived from dark-grained leather used for expensive cameras.) CAMP Camshaft Position (Diesel) Camshaft Gear driven shaft which operates valves or valve actuating mechanisms in an internal combustion engine. CAN 1. Controller Area Network 2, Canada
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Can ( Drag Racing ) - CAPE
Can ( Drag Racing ) Nitromethane racing fuel. When heavy percentages of nitro are used for an allout final run. Cancer ( Trade Slang ) Metal rot in body - usually caused by salt. Canister Reservoir of evaporative emission control system, usually containing activated charcoal granules for absorbing fuel vapors. Canned Program This is a software package that offers a fixed solution to a problem and cannot be changed much, if at all. CANP Canister Purge CANP-CC constant current canister purge CANPSNS canister purge sense (onboard diagnostic flow detection) Cantilever Leaf Spring Basic leaf spring used in auto design wherein one end of the spring and the mid-point are anchored to the chasses, with the other end attached to the axle. CANVNT canister vent solenoid CAP Change Acceleration Process CAP 1. Computer Aided Planning 2. Checked Advance Print 3. Chicago Assembly Plant Capability Capability adds to feasibility additional constraints which include repetition and specified quality level. Capable Technology Technology that has been developed to the point of confidence that it can be applied within acceptable control limits in a mass production situation. CAPE Computer Aided Parts Estimating
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CAPE - CARB
CAPE cylinder absolute position encoder CAPE Core & Advanced Powertrain Engineering Cape Chisel A metal cutting chisel shaped to cut or work in channels or grooves. CAPIS Common Adverse Performance Information System Capital Expenditures Spending for capitalized facilities and tools. These do not include expensed facilities. Capitalized Facilities and Tools Facilities and tools that are recorded as assets on the Company's financial statements and depreciated/amortized in future periods. CAPL Certification Application Parts List CAPP Computer Aided Process Planning CAPSL Chemical and Physical Sciences Laboratory CAQ (ORG) Computer Aided Quality Assurance Car Homologation: Is Car Homologation - Vehicle Engineering, Product Development Ford of Germany and/or Homologation Liaison - Vehicle Programs Engineering, Product Development Ford of Britain . CAR Corrective Action Request CAR Certification Audit Report CARB 1. Carburetor 2. California Air Resources Board CAPS 1. Cost Per Average Pound Saved 2. Colour Approval Process System
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Carbon - Carolina Srocker
Carbon A common, nonmetallic element that is an excellent conductor of electricity. It also forms in combustion chamber of an enginer during burning of fuel and lubricating oil. Carbon Dioxide Compressed into solid form, this material is known as 'dry ice' and remains at a temperature of $109 deg F. It goes directly from a solid to a vapor state. Carbon Monoxide Gas formed by incomplete combustion. Colorless, odorless, poisonous. Carbonize Process of carbon formation within an engine. Examples: deposits on spark plugs and within combustion chamber. Carburetor 'Icing' A term used to describe formation of ice on a carburetor throttle plate during certain atmospheric conditions. Carburetor ( CARB ) A device for automatically mixing fuel in proper proportion with air to produce a combustible gas. Carcass Tire structure except for sidewall and tread. CARD Cost Analysis And Reporting Database - <a href="http://www.ford.com/mplsys/mca /card.htm">www.ford.com/mplsys/mca/ card.htm</a> Cardan Joint A universal joint with corresponding yokes at a right angle with each other. CARE Ceramics Applications in Reciprocating Engines Consortium (British) CARESS Cost and Repair Estimation Support System Carolina Srocker Stock car running with illegal equipment or engine size.
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - CASE (Computer Aided Software Engineering)
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome This is caused by trauma, improper positioning of the wrist and arthritis, and can result in severe damage to the hand. It is described as being the compression of the main nerve to the hand due to swelling or scarring of the surrounding soft tissue in the wrist. CARR 1. Carry 2. Carriage 3. Carried 4. Carrier Carrying Carryover A vehicle component or subsystem from current or previous model years that is a deliverable at SI. Carryover Rebates Rebates on ending model year vehicles that are used to clear Ford carryover vehicle inventory. CARS 1. Competitive Automotive Reporting System 2. Crash Avoidance Rollover Study CARS Common Automotive Receivables System CAS Clutch Activation Switch CAS Cold Advance Solenoid Cascade Expand and flow targets to increase the levels of detail. Case ( Styling ) Shell used to hold molds in proper alignment. CASE (Computer Aided Software Engineering) Computer Aided Software Engineering - The automation of software development, including front-end CASE tools (upper CASE) that automate the analysis and design processes, and back-end CASE tools (lower CASE) that automatically generate and implement the application. CART Custom Asynchronous ReceiverTransmitter CAS 1. Chemical Abstracts Service 2. Cleaner Air System 3. Central Accounting Services 4. Corporate Accounting Services 5. Computer Aided Service Planning
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Case-Harden - CAT CODE
Case-Harden To harden surface of steel. Cash Flow The increase/decrease in case and marketable securities during a period. Cash flow is affected by changes in profit, inventory, receivables, payables, capital spending, and financing actions. Operating cash flow excludes the effect of financing actions. Casing Head Gasoline A term used to describe lighter parts of petroleum products, which were obtained as a natural gasoline by condensing natural gas from an oil well. Cass Test Copper-accelerated acetic acid salt spray test. CAST Casting Division Castellate Formed to resemble a castle battlement. Example: a castellated nut. Caster Backward cant, or inclination to the rear, of the top of the front axle. It is the tilt of the steering axis. Casting Shape formed by pouring or spraying a plastic liquid substance into a mold and allowing material to harden. Also used to describe the process itself. CAT 1. Computerized Axial Tomography (technique for reconstructing axial cross-sectional images from transverse radiation) 2. Computer Aided Testing / Computer Aided Training causal factor. Code assigned to a Product Change Number denoting the reason for the change. 3. Catalog 4. Computer Aided Tomography CAT CODE Catalogue Code A term used in KD and Export Markets. A Cat Code defines the vehicle entity plus every other aspect of the vehicle except colour.
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CAT III - CB
CAT III Category III (Three) Parts Generic components or subsystems that will be used as is by the vehicle centers. Catalytic Converter Emission control device in exhaust stream that chemically treats exhaust gases after combustion to oxidize noxious emissions. CATG CATEGORY/IES Cathode Negative pole of an electric current. CATS Computer Active Technology Suspension - featured on Jaguar cars. CATV CAble Television Catwalk 1. Center of gravity. 2. Depressed surface, usually between a fender and a raised area of hood or deck. CAU CAUTION CAW Canadian Auto Workers CB 1. Citizens Band Radio 2. Circuit Breaker CAVSE Core and Advanced Vehicle Systems Engineering causal factor A two digit code used by Manufacturing when a Concern is raised and by Engineering to identify why the notice was raised. Causal Part A part whose failure caused a complaint (e.g., causal part of a noisy brake was a warped shoe). Cause and Effect Diagram ( or Bone Diagram ) A graphical method used to identify the relationship of causes and sub-causes to an identified effect. CAV CAVITY CAV Constant Angular Velocity
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CB ( Continuous Build ) - CCA
CB ( Continuous Build ) Continuous Build CB/IB ( Continuous Build/Integrated Build ) Continuous Build/Integrated Build = The Continuous/Integrated Build phases are designed to be plant training and readiness builds. The rate of vehicles buil during these builds will be from 5/day to 2/hour. All vehicles are saleable. Elements of CB/IB are: 100% PSW, Assembly Plant Operator Training, Assembly Plant QOS Incorporated, Assembly Plant QDS and allocations completed, Verification of Engineering actions taken in other build events, Quality Initiatives completed, Campaign Need Prevention (Fresh Eyes, Weld Integrity, Torque Control). The Continuous/Integrated Builds are part of the Sales Build CBD (SAE term - DI) closed bowl distributor (distributor ignition) cbg centre bearing CCA Cold Crank Amps CC&T Competitive Comparisons and Trends CBI Confederation of British Industry CBLTY Capability CBORE COUNTERBORE CBP Commodity Business Plan CBT Cabinet CBV COOLER BYPASS VALVE CC Change Control CC 1. Courtesy Copy 2. Carbon Copy 3. Critical Characteristic
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CCAD - CCI
CCAD Customer Correlated Accelerated Durability - Lommel Light Truck Durability Procedure CCAPS 1) Corporate Centralized Accounts Payable System; 2) Common Corporate Accounts Payable System - Used to pay suppliers for delivery of parts to assembly plants and manufacturing plants. CCB Control Coordination Block - Outside Of Metal ccc Closed Coupled Catalyst CCC Customer Concern Code. Reflects the original complaint of the customer before diagnosis or repair. CCC (SAE term - TCC) Converter Clutch Control - electronic transmission CCCA Classic Car Club of America CCFT Cold Cathode Fluorescent Tube CCGD Customer Correlated General Durability - Lommel Light Truck Durability Procedure CCI Calculated Cetane Index CCCS Corporate Calibration Control System CCD 1. Chain Cam Drive 2. Charge Coupled Device CCD Computer Control Dwell CCE Car Chassis Engineering CCCC CAFE Control Compliance Committee CCCCC CAT. CODE TO CAT. CODE COMPARISON
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CCITT - CCRM
CCITT Consultative Committee for International Telephone and Telegraph An international association that helps establish worldwide communication standards. CCITT standards are prefaced by the letter "V." CCM Comprehensive Component Monitor CCMAC Committee of Common Market Automobile Constructors CCMC Committee of Common Market Constructors CCMS Circuitry Component Management System CCO 1. Climate Control Opertions 2. Convertor Clutch Override CCOT Clutch Cycling Orifice Tube System (A/C) CCP Cleveland Casting Plant CCRM Current Control Relay Module CCRG Critical Concern Review Group - A market based group within North America and Europe, comprised of representatives from affected Ford Customer Service Division, Automotive Safety and Engineering Standards, Advanced Vehicle Technology, Vehicle Centers, Plant Vehicle Teams, Supplier Technical Assistance, Vehicle Operations, Automotive Components Division, Powertrain Operations, Electrical and Fuel Handling Division, Quality and other activities as applicable or as requested by the chair with the function of reviewing reports of potential critical product concerns or potential compliance concerns. CCP Cycle & Components Planning ccpd Center for Corporate and Professional Development CCR Customer Concern Resolution
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CCS - CDC
CCS Cost Control Summary CCS Coast Clutch Solenoid - used electronic transmission CCS 1. Corporate Communications Staff 2. Controlled Combustion System CCSC Critical characteristics, significant criteria CCSG Customer Communication & Satisfaction Group CCSS Corporate Customer Support System Systems Help Desk CCT Change Control Team CCTM Cad Cam The Master CCTV Closed Circuit Television CCW Counter-clockwise CDC CONTROL DATA CORPORATION CDBA Central Data Base Administrator CDB Coil Driver B CDA Coil Driver A Cd Aerodynamic Drag Coefficient CD/PLYR CD PLAYER CD4E CDW27 gearbox, electronic controlled 3 speed + overdrive CD 1. Cadmium 2. Capacitive Discharge 3. Casting Division 4. Century Drive 5. Coast Down (dynamometer test, emissions testing) 6. Corporate Design 7. Compact (digital) Disk CD CODE/ING/ED
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CDC - CDT
CDC Coil Driver C CDD Coil Driver D CDDB Centralized Dealer Data Base CDI ( Customer Desirability Index ) The Customer Desirability Index ( CDI ) is a customer assigned rating of desirability for each Customer Want relative to every other want. Determining Determining the CDI is the next step after establishing a list of Customer Wants. CDM Car Despatch Mechanisation cdp Compliance Demonstration Plans CDP Concern Definition Programs CDQA Customer Driven Quality Award CDT Coast Down Time - dynamometer characteristics, emissions testing CDSM ComputerVision Distributed System Multiprocessor CDR 1. Corporate Design Requirement 2. California Defect Report CDROM Compact Disk Read Only Memory (computer storage device using optical disks) CDRS Conceptual Design Rendering System (software for creating 3D computer models of vehicle surfaces) CDS Component Design Specification (a parallel to Vehicle Design Specification and Subsystem Design Specification). CDS 1. Corporate Directory Service 2. Cadmium Sulfide cell
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CDVR - CELO
CDVR Customer Driven Vehicle Requirements CDX Cad Data Exchange ce 1. Component Engineering, 2. Chief engineer CE CEMENT/S/ED CEC 1. Combination Emission Control 2. Co-ordinating European Council CECO Car Engineering Controllers Office CEFC Cost Evaluation & Feasibility Committee CEFIC Centre Europeen des Federations de l'Industrie chimique Please correct your wrong writing! CEFIC European Council, Chemical Manufacturers Federation CEL CELL CEL (SAE term - MIL) check engine light (malfunction indicator lamp) Cell Unit of a battery containing a group of positive and negative plates along with electrolyte. Cell Connector Lead bar or link connecting pole of one cell to pole of another. Cellular Manufacturing A production approach that uses groupings of manufacturing equipment, tools, and people organized to perform an entire sequence of manufacturing operations in one contiguous physical location (cell). [Duncan, William L., Total Quality Key Terms and Concepts, 1995.] CELO Cold Engine Lock Out
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Celsius ( Centigrade ) - Center of Excellence
Celsius ( Centigrade ) A scale of temperature measurement on which, under standard atmospheric pressure, water freezes at 0 deg and boils at 100 deg. CEMO Component Engineering Manufacturing Operation CEMO Controlled Engineering Manufacturing Operation CENELEC Comite Europeen de Normalisation Electrotechnique (European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization) CENSUM CENtral AsSUMption Direction Tracking and Control System - A centralized computer tracking, control and record system that enables coordination of all product direction that affects new and carryover NAAO vehicle programs. Censum reports include Program direction Letters, Reply to Product Letter (4495) and Program Descriptions, (Vehicle descriptions by Sub-Systems), and Electronic interface with Pink Reports. Supports preparation and distribution of Product Direction Letters. Center Line Plane passing through the center of a headlight, wheel, or vehicle itself. Center of Excellence A Ford Motor Company unit which contains standards, recommendations and best practices for the development of Web documents at Ford. (COE definition)
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Center of Gravity - CER
Center of Gravity Point of a body from which it could be suspended, or on which it could be supported, and be in balance. Example: center of gravity of a wheel is center of wheel hub. Center of Tire Contact Intersection of wheel plane and, the projection of the axis of rotation of the wheel onto the road plane. Central MFI Central Multiport Fuel Injection Centrifugal Force A force which tends to move a body away from its center of rotation. Example: a whirling weight attached to a string. Centrifuse Brake Drums To combine strength of steel with desirable friction characteristics of cast iron, a lining of cast iron is sprayed on inside of a steel drum. Both metals are handled while hot to encourage fusing of two metals. CEO Chief Executive Officer CER CERIUM CEP Cleveland Engine Plant CEP1 Cleveland Engine Plant No.1 - 5.0L V8 Engine (4.9L I6 production suspended in 1996). CEP2 Cleveland Engine Plant No.2 - Duratech V6, 2.5L/3.0L CEPA Canadian Environmental Protection Act CEPL Car & Truck Engineering Practice Letter CEPR Common Engineering Planning Report - A report that schedules part designs for PEO drafting operations. CEPS Corporate & Extended Purchasing System CEQ Council on Environmental Quality (Advises President on EPA Matters)
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CER - Certificate of Compliance ( COC ) ( GIS1, GIS2 )
CER CERAMIC/CERAMICS CERES Energy control and reduction of emissions production (French) CERT CERTIFY/CATE/ION Certificate of Compliance ( COC ) ( GIS1, GIS2 ) Each individual must submit a Certificate of Compliance during the AFR period. Electronic notification will be sent to all eligible individuals during the AFR outlining the steps for completion of certification. The certification process will be conducted using the Ford Intranet where it is available. PROFS will be used for areas that are not Ford Intranet enabled. Certification indicates that the individual: * Has reviewed Suspension Orders * Has reviewed records in his/her control, both on- and off site for Suspensio Orders, tax requirements, and retention periods; * Has disposed of those records whose retention period have expired and that are not subject to Suspension Orders or tax/audit requirements; * Understands and is complying with Directive: Confidential Information - (C-110) and GIS 2. Where local regulation, language barriers or contract(s) prohibits individual compliance, the manager of each individual unable to comply must submit a Certificate(s) of Compliance for the individual(s). You may review Certificate(s) of Complaince by department or PROFS id from <a href="http://dbweb.plt.ford.com/crm/97 afrqbe.htm">dbweb.plt.ford.com/crm/9 7afrqbe.htm</a>
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Certification SignOff - CFDR
Certification SignOff Calibration definition (including electronics) plus any revisions required to components from the calibration sign-off. CERTL Car Engieering Reliability Testing Lab CES Campaignable Event Specialist CES (SAE term - CPP) clutch engage switch (clutch pedal position) CET Cold Environmental Test CETP Corporate Engineering Test Procedures CF Californium CFAC Coordinated Fuel and Air Control CFDR Combined Final Drive Ratio CFC 1. Combustion Feedback Control 2. Chlorofluorocarbon - group of chemical compounds, such as Freon, used solvent air conditioner fluid. CFD Computational Fluid Dynamics computer model for fluid flow; used in emissions systems calculations, eg Phoenix.
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CFEDB - CFV
CFEDB Corporate Fuel Economy Data Base Changes/deviations affecting emissions. The emission performance and certification status of the product may be affected by Changes/Deviations such . as Changes or additions to the model mix or of product features, Changes in the projected sales volumes, Changes of the current or proposed marketing areas for a product, Engineering Changes to the product, Deviations from released Engineering Requirements, Deviations from and Changes to Engineering Specifications, Service actions to rectify a concern in the field, Changes to maintenance intervals or instructions, Changes to the manufacturing source of a part, assembly or vehicle. NOTE - See also the emission control component check list which identifies for each affected system those components and component parameters that may affect emissions. CFGM Chrysler, Ford, General Motors CFV Critical Flow Venturi (flow element, used in emissions testing) CFI 1. Central Fuel Injection (throttle body injection, SAE term) 2. Computerized Fuel Injection 3. Charged Fuel Injection 4. Continuous Fuel Injection CFM 1. Cubic Feet per Minute 2. Continuous Flow Manufacturing CFO 1. Critical Flow Orifice (flow element, used in emissions testing) 2. Chief Financial Officer CFPME Casting And Forging Product And Manufacturing Engineering CFR Code of Federal Regulations CFT Cross Functional Team - Any team with membership from appropriate functional organizations.
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CG - Change Average Speed
CG COMPUTER GENERATED CGA Color Graphics Adaptor (computer monitor type for PC's) CGE Cage CGM Computer Graphics Metafile (standard graphics exchange format) CGS Connector / Ground / Splice number CH CHART Chain Drive 1. Means of driving engine gears, etc., with chains. 2. Obsolete method of transmitting engine power to the driving wheels. Chamfer Flat surface beveled or angled off from an adjacent surface. CHAMP CHAMPION champ Computer Hardware Maintenance Program Champion The person who has ownership of the problem and the authority to implement actions (ERA, ICA, PCA and Prevent). This person provides necessary support and leadership for the team's recommendations and actions. CHAN CHANNEL Change Average Speed A testing term used to signify the point at which to change the average vehicle speed.
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Changeover - Channel Service Unit ( CSU )
Changeover The installation of a new type of tool in a metal working machine, a different paint in a painting system, a new plastic resin and/or a new mold in an injection molding machine, new software in a computer, and so on. The term applies whenever a production device is assigned to perform a different operation. Changeovers directly impact the availability of equipment. Whenever a machine goes down for changeover, it is unavailable for production. Improving changeover times increases equipment availability. Changeover Reductions The eight steps in the classic changeover improvement process are: 1) Distinguish between internal and external activities; 2) Analyze what is being done in the changeover process; 3) List ideas for shifting internal elements to external changeover; 4) List ideas for streamlining internal activities; 5) List ideas for streamlining external activities; 6) Prioritize and select ideas to test adopt; 7) Plan next changeover using new ideas; carry out the changeover; 8) Document new procedures and develop new standard operating procedures. Changeover Time The time between the last good piece off one production run and the first good piece off the next run. Channel Section Portion of channel shaped metal (usually steel) used in fabricating an automobile chassis. Channel Service Unit ( CSU ) Hardware that interfaces between telephone lines and data communication equipment e.g., a modem.
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Chaplet - Chauffeur
Chaplet A core supporter used in sand casting. Charabanc From the French Char a banc, an open motor coach. Character Line Line on the basic car shape, resulting in an intersection of planes | sometimes ornamental. Characteristic A distinguishing feature of a process or its output on which variables or attributes data can be collected. Charge ( or recharge ) Passing an electrical current through a battery to restore it to activity. Also, filling and pressurizing an air conditioning system with refrigerant. Charger Very aggressive driver. CHAS Chassis Engineering Chase To straighten up or repair damaged threads. Chassis ( French ) 1. Underpart of an automobile, consisting of frame with axles, brakes, wheels, engine, transmission, driveline and exhaust system. 2. Basic frame without running gear. Chassis Dunamometer A machine for measuring amount of power delivered to drive wheels of a vehicle. Chassis Hardpoints Represent agreement that this vehicle as described in clay and design layouts is achievable. Production design of long lead components is authorized at this time. CHAT Computer Harmonized Application Tailored Chatter Rapidly repeating metallic sound. Chauffeur 1. Uniformed driver for formal sedan or limousine. 2. Race driver. Reference bears connotation of paid or professional driver.
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CHCK - Chief Engineer Testing Operation Review (1) - Chief Engineer Component Engineering Approve - Chief E
CHCK CHOCK Cheat 1. Exaggerate an element in a drawing or rendering (styling). 2. Violate rules under which competition is organized. Cheater Slicks Special tires made of racing rubber compounds, but with tread design to simulate street tires. Check Valve A gate or valve which allows passage of gas or fluid in one direction only. Chemical Compound Combination of two or more chemical elements, which can be a gas, a liquid or a solid. Chemical Element Gaseous, liquid or solid matter which cannot be divided into simpler form. ChEP Chihuahua Engine Plant Chevy Chevrolet or Chevrolet engine. CHGE CHANGE CHGR CHANGER CHI Chicago Assembly Plant Chief Engineer Testing Operation Review (1) - Chief Engineer Component Engineering Approve - Chief E SIG CVRM Amendment - SIG EU43 Amend - Car Engineering - Vehicle Engineer Initiate - Product Planner Initiate - Design Engineer Initiate - Test Engineer Initiate - Component Engineer Initiate - Manager of Initiating Area Review (1) - Manager of Component Engineering Review (1) - Manager of Vehicle Engineering Review (1) Manager of Program Office Review (1) CHG CHARGE/ING/ER
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Chief Engineer Vehicle Engineering Approve . Note (1) As appropriate depending on subject. - CHO
Chief Engineer Vehicle Engineering Approve . Note (1) As appropriate depending on subject. SIG CVRM Exception . SIG EU43 Except . Car Engineering . Vehicle Engineer Initiate . Product Planner Initiate . Design Engineer Initiate . Component Engineer Initiate . Manager of Initiating Area Review . Manager Component Engineering Review (1) . Manager Program Office Review (1) . Manager Vehicle Engineering Review . Chief Engineer Component Engineering Approve . CHIL CHILL Chilled Iron Cast iron with hardened surface. Chimney A pejorative term used to describe functional organizations which give higher priority to the wants of their organization than to product or to company. Chip To cut with a chisel. CHM CHIME CHMB CHAMBER CHMSL Center High-Mount Stop Lamp CHN CHAIN CHNG/OVR CHANGE OVER CHO CHOKE CHIPS/FINC Ford developed software for generation of NC machining information. Chirp High-pitched rapidly repeating sound, like chirping birds. Chizler Chrysler or Chrysler engine. CHK CHECK/ER CHLD CHILD
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Choke - chunk
Choke See Venturi Choke Tube ( British ) See Venturi Chop 1. Cut off another car in a corner. 2. Alter an automobile chassis. (Hot rodding.) CHP Customer Handling Process Christmas Tree Electronic drag racing countdown starter. Varied lights and different colors give the unit this name. Chromium Steel An alloy of steel with a small amount of chromium to produce a metal which is highly resistant to oxidation and corrosion. Chrondeks Electronic timing system built by Chrondek Corporation. CHRSTC CHARACTERISTIC CHSNT CHESTNUT CHT Compound High Turbulence CHT cylinder head temperature Chuckle Rapid noise that sounds like a stick against spokes of a spinning bicycle wheel. CHUFF change has undefined file found CHUK CHUCK/ED/ING Chunk 1. A group of modules. 2. A group of parts with a common attribute or characteristic (e.g., the group of part affected by appearance design or styling is the appearance chunk, similarly the emissions chunk). chunk Large piece or subsystem. CHRY CHERRY
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Chute - CIM
Chute 1. Safety drag parachute used to stop high speed racing cars. 2. Straightaway on racing circuits. CI 1. Compression Ignited 2. Cast Iron CIA Customer Information Analysis (Voice of the Customer) CIB Capital Investment Budget CID Cubic Inch Displacement CID Customer Information Day CID cylinder identifier - SEFI phase detect CID-H cylinder identifier, hall effect sensor CID-V cylinder identifier, variable reluctance sensor CIM 1. Continuous Inferred Mileage 2. Compuserve Information Manager CIL COIL CIF Cost, Insurance, Freight - a term used to describe conditions of sale and freight arrangements for export markets CIF - Common Interface Format Ford's internal messaging standard used in electronic data interchange between Ford divisions. CIFM Computer Integrated Flexible Manufacturing CIG CIGAR LIGHTER/CIGARETTE LIGHTER
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CIM - CISC
CIM Computer-Integrated Manufacturing The integration of people, information, and facilities. CIM consists of computer systems and networks which provides personnel and equipment with the information necessary to do their jobs. CIM integrates computer-aided engineering, the factory floor, and business systems in support of the business. CIN CINCINNATI CIO Congress of Industrial Organization CIR CIRCUIT CIRCL CIRCULATE/ING CIRCLE/ULAR Circuit 1. Simulated bonafide road course used for conducting automobile races. 2. Path of electric current, fluids or gases. Circuit Breaker A device for interrupting an electrical circuit; often automatic and also known as contact breaker, interrupter, cut-out or relay. CIRS Continuous Improvement Recognition System CIS Computer Information Systems CIS Customer Information System CIS 1. Commission Internationale Sportive. Rules making body within FIA. 2. Compusever Information Service CIS (SAE term - CPP) clutch interlock switch (clutch pedal position switch) CISC Complex Instruction Set Computer (computer architecture most widely used, e.g. by PC's; but see RISC)
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CIWG - Class I Surface Compatibility Reviews
CIWG Continuous Improvement Work Group CIX Commercial Internet Exchange CJB Central Junction Box CK COCK CKD Completely Knocked Down (Overseas Assembly Term) CKP Crankshaft Position CKP Sensor Crankshaft Position Sensor CL 1. Closed Loop 2. Central Laboratory CL CLUTCH CL CHLORINE/IDE (WAS CHL) CLAS CLASS Class I (A) Class I surface data within +/-0.5mm for cutter path only. Class I (B) Math data ready for cutter path. Class I Surface All interior/exterior visible surfaces created by industrial designers and mastered in a CAID file (including RADII and corners). Class I Surface Compatibility Reviews The formal team review and signoff of component Class I surfaces represented by physical or computer models. The team, consisting of VC Engrg, Corporate Design, VO Stamping & Assy, FSS & Prog Mgt, review the components for surfaces generated to design intent, holes and flat spots, fit & finish (craftsmanship), hi-lites. CL(D) Chemiluminescent (Detector) - detector often used in emissions testing.
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Class II Surface - Clearance
Class II Surface Formations of Class I surface and surface created by AVT/VC teams (i.e., door shut face, door opening panel, decklid trough). Class III Surface All non-visible surfaces. Class of Driver A grouping of drivers or vehicle owners. Groupings can be based on factors such as type of vehicle, mileage, time-in-service, region, etc. CLAW Computerized Local Access to WERS - an Oracle database containing data fed daily from WERS. Data feeds occur after 5:30 PM and are maintained by PLSSG. Data is used in several applications that can be found at: <a href="http://www.plssg.ford.com">ww w.plssg.ford.com</a> Clay Approval That point in a program when all interior and exterior appearance surfaces are approved from a design point of view. After that point no discretionary design-initiated changes are permitted. Feasibility changes are still permitted. Clay Freeze That point after clay approval when all feasibility changes have been incorporated in the appearance surfaces. Clay Squeeze Impression made by forcing soft clay on an object. Clay-Buck Same as armature. CLC centrifugal lock-up clutch CLCC City Load Carrying Capacity CLD COLD Clearance Space allowed between two parts. Example space between a journal and a bearing.
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Clearance Lamps - Clinic
Clearance Lamps Vehicle lamps used to indicate vehicle width. CLER CLEAR/ING CLEV CLEVIS CLFP Carrierless Flat Pack CLH CLINCH CLI Calling Line Identity Click Light sound, like ball point pen being clicked. Client Software that is used to get information from a server. Client Platforms Architectural components that receive shared services from the server. Client/Server An architecture in which the client (personal computer or workstation) is the requesting machine and the server (a high speed microcomputer, minicomputer or mainframe) is the supplying machine. Client/Server Architecture An application and network design dividing the processing between clients and servers. Client/Server Environment A networking environment consisting of clients and servers running applications created for client/server architecture. Client/Server Network (1) A communications network using dedicated servers. (2) A network which processes applications createe for client/server architecture. CLIM CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Clinic Focus Group
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Clinic (Marketing) - CLOIS
Clinic (Marketing) Marketing research tool where "focus groups" (sample of population representative of the customer base for the vehicle/segment being researched) are shown drawings/renderings/bucks/full scale models, etc. and customer input is obtained. The intent is to obtain the voice of the customer (VOC) and confirm customer wants. CLK clock CLK CLOCK/ING CLLR COLLAR/ED CLM CLAM CLM Customer Log Module CLMP CLAMP CLN CLEAN/CLEANLINESS CLO CLOTH CLOCK Clock/Time Keeping Subsystem Clockwise Rotation Rotation in same direction as hands of a clock. CLOIS Central Labor Operation Information System CLNR CLEANER/ING CLNOT CLEANOUT CLN Control Level Network - The network of input and output relationships among events. A plan that indicates the progression of events, their timing, and interdependency to complete a particular program. More specifically, a graphical display of the 50 to 75 most important events in a program or organization work plan, showing required event completion times in the relation to the program's milestones and interdependencies among the events (e.g., Total Program Work Plan).
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Closed Questions - CLV
Closed Questions Questions that limit the response (e.g., to "Yes" or "No" or to "It is" or "It is not"). Clothes Basket ( British ) General term for phaetons with wickerwork or basket bodies. CLP CLIP CLPR Caliper CLPS COLLAPSE/ED/IBLE CLR COLOR/ED CLRNC CLEARANCE CLS CLOSE/ED/ING CLT CLEAT CLTHR Closed Throttle Club Race Automobile competition organized by a club for its members and guests. Almost always an amateur event. Clunk/Thump Heavy metal-to-metal sound, like a hammer striking steel. CLUS CLUSTER CLUTCH clutch engage switch Clutch Coupling for connecting two working parts; i.e., cone clutch, dog clutch, etc. It is the device used to connect engine & transmission. Clutch Plate ( also Driven Plate ) Friction plate in a friction clutch generally connected to the engine or transmission drive shaft by means of a spline. Transmits power by being forced against the pressure plate. CLV 1. Cleveland Stamping Plant 2.Constant Linear Velocity
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CM - CMMS
CM Curb Mass: Mass of vehicle with full capacity of oil, water, lubricants, fuel and spare tire, but no passengers or luggage. CM CURIUM CM Configuration Management - a systems engineering management process that identifies functional and physical characteristics of an item during its life cycle, controls changes to those characteristics, and records and reports change processing and implementation status. CM/PM Current Model / Past Model CMA Computer Managed Accounting CMA Customer Market Area CMB COMBUSTION/OR CMB Change Management Board CMMS Computerized Maintenance Management System CMMS Common Manufacturing Management System CMM Coordinate Measuring Machine CMIMS Color & Material Identification and Mastering System CMIP - Common Management Information Protocol Industry-accepted method for exchanging information from a computing device. CML Camel CMBR Camber CMC Ceramic Matrix Composites (materials) CMEG Current Model Engineering Group
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CMMS - CMS
CMMS Common Manufacturing Management Systems CMMS Common Manufacturing Management System = A paperless communication system between Ford and its suppliers using electronic mail and standardized electronic forms. This system is used to communicate Advance Ship Notices to plants for just-in-time production. CMND COMMAND CMO Customer Material Order CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor CMP 1. Camshaft Position Sensor 2. Camp 3. Camper 4. Camping CMP Sensor Camshaft Position Sensor CMPCT COMPACT CMS Current Models & Services CMS Catalyst Monitor Sensor - A heated exhaust gas oxygen sensor (HEGO or HO2S) that is used to monitor the efficiency of the catalytic converter. The sensor is also used (starting 96MY) to trim the feedback control of air/fuel ratio (A/F) control. CMPD COMPOUND CMPN COMPANION CMPNT COMPONENT/S CMPS COMPASS CMPT COMPARTMENT CMPTBL COMPATIBLE/ILITY CMRR Common Mode Rejection Ratio
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CMVSS - CNSMR
CMVSS 1. Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 2. Corporate Motor Vehicle Safety Standards CMYK Cyan Magenta Yellow BlacK CN Cetane Number (diesel fuel) CNACS Campaign Notification and Administrative Control Systems CNBX Canbox CNC Computerized Numerical Control CNCTR CONCENTRIC CND CONED CNDSTN CONDENSATION CNE CONE CNSL CONSOLE CNSMP CONSUMPTION CNSMR CONSUMER CNR CORNER CNQVS Competitive New Vehicle Survey CNPY Canopy CNF CONFORM/ANCE/ING CNFL CENTRIFUGAL CNG Compressed Natural Gas CNGFUEL CNG Fuel System CNH CINCH CNL Country Night Load
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CNSTR - Coach Joint
CNSTR Canister CNT COUNTER CNT/SHT COUNTERSHAFT CNTC counter channel CNTR CONTOUR CNV CONVENIENCE CNVL CONVOLUTED CNVQ Competitive New Vehicle Quality CNVQS Competitive New Vehicle Quality Survey - North American survey of new vehicle buyers to assess customer satisfaction. CNVS Canvas CO COBALT Coach From the German Kutsch. 1. Luxury motor bus. 2. Two-door, single compartment sedan. Coach Joint Butting of two pieces of metal, welded or bolted to right-angled flanges. CO2 Carbon Dioxide CO2 Carbon Dioxide CO% Carbon Monoxide (fuel mixture strength) CO 1. Carbon Monoxide (Emissions) 2. Colorado CO Casting Operations - Part of Powertrain Operations along with Engine Operations and Transmission & Chassis Operations CO CORD CO Controller's Office
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Coarse Appearance Feasibility - COF
Coarse Appearance Feasibility The manufacturing/engineering feasibility within a range that freezes hardpoints and supports the final appearance design. COB Close of Business COB Central Office Building, Oakville, Ontario Cobbled ( Cobbled-Up ) Production car with experimental or styling components added or substituted. Often used to describe a component or model put together quickly. COBOL Common Business-Oriented Language (computer programming language first written in the late 1950's) COC Conventional Oxidation Catalyst CoC Certificate of Conformity - a document required by European legislation in support of Whole Vehicle Type Approval (WVTA). COF Chip On Film COE Cab Over Engine (Truck) COE See Center of Excellence COEF COEFFICENT Coefficient of Friction Amount of friction developed between two surfaces pressed together and moved one on the other. COESY Common Estimating System COD Cash On Delivery CODASYL Conference of Data Systems Languages (computers; COBOL Committee) CODEC Hardware that converts a signal (commonly video or audio) into a digital signal for transmission over telephone lines.
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COFA - colocated
COFA Content of Assembly Cog Gear Coil Aperture which transforms Direct Current (such as battery current) to Alternating Current. (More properly called Induction Coil.) Coil( s ) ( also Coil Springs ) Suspension members. COIN Control of Investment System COK CORK Coke Bottle ( Styling ) Double well in the plan view contour. Looking directly down on a car, the body is narrower in the middle section than over the front and rear wheels. Collet Split tapered wedge whose insertion holds two parts in correct relation to each other; i.e., valve stem and collar. colocated co-located/collocated - located together. (Either spelling is acceptable.) COLA 1. Cost Of Living Allowance 2. Colour Keyed Parts - Colour Keyed Parts are parts available in a range of colours (excluding those painted after body assembly). They are first released with the letter "W" in the Suffix of the Part Number immediately following the Change Level Indicator, to identify these parts in a specific colour, the "W" will be replaced by the appropriate colour code. Cold Manifold An intake manifold not heated by exhaust gas. COLL COLLECTOR
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Color Rendering - Commodity Business Plan - Pre < SI >
Color Rendering Rating of how well a light source illuminates an object in comparison to daylight. COM COMMON COM Computer Output Microfilm common flammability item - A part, assembly, composite or material that is common to Federal and Non-Federal vehicles COMB COMBINE/ED/INATION/ING Combustion Process of burning. Combustion Chamber Volume of cylinder above piston with piston on top center. COMM COMMUTATOR Commitments "Contracts" at Diamond Point 5 (Program Approval) among all the activities involved in a program made with Senior/Top Management to deliver the product and objectives at Job #1. Commodity A class of parts or components used on most vehicles produced by Ford, e.g., mirrors, tires, wheels, and brakes. Commodity Business Plan - Pre < SI > A summary of the key sourcing and capacity plans for in-house and outsourced parts/components/commodities to support Product Development. Plans will also address key details regarding technology deployment, complexity reduction, and in-house labor strategies.
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Commodity Business Plan - Supplier Integration - Commutator
Commodity Business Plan - Supplier Integration A summary of key sourcing and capacity plans for in-house and outsourced systems/components to support product development. Plans also address key details regarding technology deployment, complexity reduction, and in-house labor strategies. Commodity Team A cross-functional team responsible for optimizing a commodity's design, function, quality, and cost for most car and truck usage. Commodity teams are a resource for all specific program teams (e.g., mirrors, tires, wheels, brakes, etc.). Common Cause A source of variation that is always present and affects all the individual values of the process output being studied; in control chart analysis it appears as part of the random (natural) process variation. Common Gateway Interface A specification which determines how an HTTP server will communicate with server gateway programs. Common Information Format (CIF) Ford's internal messaging standard used in electronic data interchange between Ford divisions. COMMU COMMUNICATE/ED/ING/TION Communication (Exchanges information and ideas that impact and influence others.) Listens completely and then provides information clearly and concisely. Provides compelling, concise evidence to support positions. Demonstrates sensitivity to language and cultural communication requirements. (Ford Leadership Behavior Commutator A ring of adjacent copper bars, insulated from each other, to which wires of armature or winding are attached.
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COMP - Compatibility Build - Manufacturing & Tooling
COMP COMPLETE COMPA COMPARE/ATIVE Company Capitalized when referring to Ford Motor Company. Company Position A Company position is a statement describing the Company's stand on a specific issue of public or employee interest that is developed primarily to influence opinion or to guide Company action. General characteristics include: Requires Executive Committee endorsemen; Intended for public release through designated Company representatives; Pertains to a specific issue generally of limited geographic, functional, and time scope; Not intended to provide management direction, although employee actions are to be adapted to achieve consistency with stated positions. Company to Dealer Standard #2 The second Company to Dealer Standard which states: "All vehicles will be delivered to the dealer in proper working order, with no defects." Comparator PPL A vehicle Program Parts List used as reference in a program. A Comparator PPL may be a PPL of current or carryover parts. Comparator Vehicle A known Ford vehicle selected for use in financial analysis of vehicle/systems and/or for engineering comparisons of functional attributes. A production Ford vehicle to be used as a balanced attribute baseline that supports the target cascading process. COMPAS Electronic Compass Subsystem Compatibility Build - Manufacturing & Tooling Slow build of vehicles to validate the assembly process (i.e., component fit issues, assembly tooling/line issues).
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Compatibility Build - Vehicle Engineering - Compliance Audits ( GIS1 )
Compatibility Build - Vehicle Engineering The condition that ensures every component, subsystem and system is capable of orderly and efficient integration with all of its interacting components, subsystems, and systems in a full vehicle environment, while maintaining its function/operation and all other necessary requirements (e.g. mfg, assy, quality, cost, weight, attribute, reliability, corporate, regulated). Compatibility Review A cross functional design review, following a prototype design freeze, that assures that interfacing components can be assembled, packaged, used, and serviced in a production environment. Also described as "assembling a paper prototype". Usually includes references to layouts and design aid bucks. Compensating Port An opening in a brake master cylinder to permit fluid return to reservoir. Compensation Factors Supplemental compensation and profit sharing. Competitive In the Next 35% (25-60) range -- those vehicles that are in the range of commercially acceptable to good. Competitive Benchmarks A level of performance or achievement in an existing competitive product/process which is used as a target or reference point. (Based on real hardware.) COMPL COMPLY/IANCE Complementation A plan to establish sourcing for vehicles and components on a worldwide basis which optimizes: Corporate profitability - utilization of people and financial resources while meeting local customer, market, and legal requirements. Compliance Audits ( GIS1 ) Includes internal and external audits which verify accuracy of reporting and/or verify the implementation of standards.
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COMPLY - Components
COMPLY Customs On-line Management Process and Library COMPO COMPOSITE/ION Component The lowest level of a part which has a part number. Component Engineering (ORG) Chassis and Transmission Engineering Product Development Ford of Britain and/or Engine Engineering - Product Development Ford of Germany and/or Engine Engineering - Product Development Ford of Britain and/or Diesel Development Engineering Product Development Ford of Britain and/or Transmission and Chassis Engineering - Product Development Ford of Germany and/or Body Engineering - Product Development Ford of Germany and/or Body Engineering - Product Development Ford of Britain and/or Electrical Engineering - Product Development Ford of Germany and/or Electrical Engineering - Product Development Ford of Britain and/or Truck Development Engineering - Truck Operations Ford of Britain Components The parts which make up an end-item.. Components are assembled into enditems at one of the manufacturing divisions and then shipped to the vehicle assembly plants.
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Composite File ( GIS1, GIS2 ) - Composite Official Record ( GIS1, GIS2 )
Composite File ( GIS1, GIS2 ) A composite file is a file of records of the same type or a common subject which may be treated as a single record for retention and disposal purposes. They can be either Transient or Official records. Composite Official Record ( GIS1, GIS2 ) Composite Official Records are a collection of Individual Records in a composite file. Some characteristics of Composite Official Records include: It can be either a file containing the same type of information, such as purchase orders or all travel expense reports or a collection of information on a common subject; It must meet all of the criteria of an Official Record; It is not required to have an Official Record contained within. The use or organisation of the collection may constitute it as an Official Record; It can be managed as one record; It must be limited to appropriate uses; It can consist of mixtures of Official and Transient Records on a given subject; It can be classed as "living files" with information being added, updated, or deleted until the file is complete; It can be held in electronic directories, ring binders, manila folders, hanging files, etc. and, in the case of homogenous material, in file drawers or cabinets.
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Composite Prototype - Computer Integrated Manufacturing ( CIM )
Composite Prototype A cobbled production vehicle with functionally representative chassis and powertrain components and front end structure used for development/sign-off of engine/transmission cooling, exhaust tuning, legal noise, heat protection, engine drivability, cold start, acceleration, performance, gradeability, octane, transmission function and load, dynamic fuel handling and economy. Compound A mixture of two or more ingredients. Compound Winding Two electric windings other in shunt or parallel with other electric units or equipment. Applied to electric motors or generators: one winding is shunted across armature; other is in series with armature. COMPR COMPRESS/ING/OR/ION Compression ( Compression Ratio ) Ratio of uncompressed to compressed volume in an engine cylinder bore. Compression regen In an electric vehicle, refers to regenerative braking applied when the driver lifts off the throttle. Compression regen (CR) both recovers energy and provides a desired coastdown profile. Its name is derived from its similarity to the compression braking effect in an ICE vehicle. Compressor Supercharger COMPS COMPENSATE/OR/TION COMPTR COMPUTER Computer Integrated Manufacturing ( CIM ) Computer-Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) is the integration of those elements of CAD, CAM, CAE, and business systems used to manage a factory.
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Computer Telephony Integration (CTI) - Concept Clay
Computer Telephony Integration (CTI) The integration of telephone services within a personal computer. Computer-Aided Design Computer-Aided Design (CAD) is the application of computers to support the design process for components, vehicles, tools or facilities. Computer-Aided Engineering ( CAE ) Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) is the application of computers to evaluate designs of components, vehicles, systems, processes, tools and facilities. Computer-Aided Manufacturing Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) is the application of computers to support process development, tooling development, and production operations of a manufacturing/assembly facility. COMPWCS Comprehensive Weight Control System COMWARS 1. Common Warranty Reporting System 2. Common Warranty Analysis Reportsing System Conformity of Production CON CONTINENT/AL Con-Rod ( Connecting rod ) Rod which connects crankshaft and piston in an internal combustion engine. CONC CONCAVE Concentric Two circles having same center but different diameters. Concept Clay Used for "all-new" programs in the transition from strategy to design and development. Alternative vehicle concepts, target hardpoints and strategies are evaluated to determine if they are feasible and meet business and package objective. Design Staff (DS) is responsible for styling concept models, interior/exterior package and advanced hardpoints, to be approved by PPS.
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Concept Readiness - CONDT
Concept Readiness Analysis and/or surrogate testing indicate(s) that the technology basically works. A potential implementor could recognize the functional and/or business benefits associated with its future use. For more details see Technology Deployment Process. Concept Targets Identify the concepts that are being recommended. During this phase there is consensus by all participating activities in areas of optimum vehicle size, configuration and innovations. concern A concern contains suggested improvements to a Release It is raised in the same way as an Alert, following an initial Release. concern number This is assigned by the system when a Concern is raised. Concern Status A one character code which describes the status of a Concern. CONCNT CONCENTRATE Concrete ( Road ) A road paved with concrete, without other surfacing, usually white. Concurrent Inside/Outside Engineering and Styling The process of simultaneously developing coordinated structural and appearance attributes of the vehicle. COND CONDENSE/ED/ER/ING Condensation Process of a vapor becoming a liquid. Reverse of evaporation. Condensor 1. Device for turning refrigerant vapor into liquid, causing heat to be discharged from refrigerant. 2. A device for temporarily collecting and storing a surge of electrical current for later discharge. CONDR CONDUCT/OR/ING CONDT CONDITION/ER
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CONDU - Consensus
CONDU CONDUIT Conductor A material along or through which electricity will flow with slight resistance. Silver, copper and carbon are good conductors. Confirmation Prototype A prototype vehicle built from prototype tooling which represents job #1-level design and is used to confirm all vehicle targets, i.e., fit and finish, FMVSS/CMVSS certification, and durability. Confirmation Prototype - Manufacturing & Tooling Manufacturing's objectives for building the Confirmation Prototype vehicles are to verify tooling, processes and sequence; proveout component parts and manufacturing processes; and confirm process sheets with tooling, parts and process. Confirmation Prototype - Vehicle Engineering CP Vehicle: Prototype vehicles which are completely representative of production released design. Their intended usage is for DVP&R Confirmation, Assembly Proveout, Final Vehicle Tuning, Fit & Finish Evaluation, Durability & Certification Testing. CONFY CONFORMITY CONN Electrical Connectors CONN 1. CONNECT 2. CONNECTING 3. CONNECTION 4. CONNECTIVE 5. CONNECTOR Consense To agree. Consensus 1. The judgement arrived at by most of those concerned. 2. A group solidarity in sentiment or belief.
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Consensus Decision Making - Contingencies / All Other Costs
Consensus Decision Making A process of arriving at a team decision based upon full disclosure of facts, where members take the initiative to provide quantifiable data and feelings, encourage other member participation, challenge the thought process and data presented where appropriate, and after full discussion arrive at a team decision where each person can say, "Even though I don't exactly agree with the action or decision at least I can live with it and support it." Console ( from Console Table ) Shelf between front seats which often accommodates a glove or map box. Constant Mesh Transmission An arrangement of gearing where gears remain in mesh instead of sliding in and out of engagement. Constant Velocity Double universal joint that cancels out vibrations caused by driving power being transmitted through an angle. CONSTR CONSTRUCTION CONSTRAINT The operation that is preventing the plant's capacity from increasing. CONSTRC CONSTRICTOR CONT CONTACT/ED/ING/OR CONT continuous memory Contact Breaker ( Breaker ) See Distributor Points Contingencies / All Other Costs Management contingency to reflect uncertainty of future revenues and costs and costs such as obsolescence and legal liabilities.
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Continuous Build - Contracting
Continuous Build The phase in production prove-out in which a predetermined number of saleable units are built per day on the assembly line with previous models. Production workers are trained on new vehicle processes, and design quality concerns are identified and corrected. Continuous builds occur at 10 weeks before Job #1. The following part types are required: sheet-metal-modified ISW, interior ISW/CFPS, exterior and chassis ISW (except engines and transmissions, which are pending powertrain validation "PV"). Continuous Flow Manufacture The principle of reducing the time taken by a product through a plant, from receiving to shipping by avoiding intermediate storage. Achieved by rearranging machines and equipment so that parts flow continuously from operation to operation. CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT The improvement of products, processes, and/or services on an ongoing basis. The gains made through continuous improvement activities are generally incremental, small-step improvements, as constrasted with more dramatic and sweeping improvements typically associated with initiatives such as policy deployment. In Japan, the continuous improvement process is often called kaizen. [Duncan, Williams L., Total Quality Key Terms and Concepts, 1995.] CONTM CONTAMINATE/NT/ION CONTR CONTROL Contracting The documenting of agreements between Senior Management and Program Management regarding actions that must be accomplished or products that must be delivered. Contracts generally deal with program Givens, Musts, and Wants.
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Contraction - Control Factors
Contraction A reduction in mass or dimension; opposite of expansion. Contracts, Leases & Agreements ( GIS1 ) Legal instruments associated with legal contracts, agreements, and leases. CONTRL Control Subsystem Control A device used to change or alter a function. Control Chart A chart that graphically represents a characteristic of a process or product, showing plotted values of some statistic gathered on that characteristic, a central line, and control limits. It is used to assist in determining if a process is in control, to separate "common cause" variation from variation due to "special causes," and is an aid in achieving and maintaining statistical control. It can also be used to validate improvements to a process by showing reductions in variability and movement of process location towards a target value. Control Charts A graphic representation of characteristics of process, showing plotted values of some statistic, in a central line, in one or two control limits. The control chart is used to assist in determining if a process is in control, to separate "common cause" variation from variation due to "special causes," and to aid in achieving and maintaining statistical control. Common Cause a source of variation that is always present; a part of random variation inherent in the process itself. Its origin can usually be traced to an element in the system that only management can correct. However employees can contribute to identification of causal factors and corrections needed. Special Cause a source of variation that is intermittent, unpredictable, and unexpected. It is signaled by an occasional point beyond the control limits. Control Factors Features of the design that can be changed by the engineer (i.e., dimensions, shapes, materials, etc.).
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Control Item - Control System
Control Item Are parts with one or more types of Control Item Characteristics which are designed to provide a prescribed function and require specific controls and records retention to ensure compliance with FMVSS/CMVSS. Control Items are identified by Component Engineering by preceding the part number with an inverted delta symbol on drawings and specifications and other relevant documentation (Failure Mode & Effect Analysis FMEA, Design Verification Plan & Report - DVP&R, etc) and by showing the appropriate code on the release documentation. Control Limit Line(s) on a control chart that are used as the basis for judging the significance of variation from subgroup to subgroup. Variation beyond a control limit is evidence that special causes are affecting the process. Control Model The model of new product family which is expected to have the highest volume and which also includes all options which have a 33% or higher installation rate. CONTROL PART A single part which follows the manufacturing process from beginning to end. Ideally, the control part is an important part of the end product. Control Point A location within the control system where the product/process is checked for compliance to certain specified quality requirements. There may be multiple locations within a control system. Control System A system deployed to monitor the product/process and ensure compliance to quality requirements. Consists of responsibilities, procedures, and resources May have one or more control points where the product/process is checked.
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Controlled Build - COORD
Controlled Build Physical verification of the compatibility and assemble capability of parts supplied for the current prototype phase, usually accomplished by assembling the first prototype unit. This builds requires repeated assembly and disassembly of parts to verify assembly tolerances. Also called slow build. Controller A device required by the computer to operate a peripheral device. CONV CONVERT/ED/ER/IBLE/ING/SION Convection A transfer of heat by circulating heated air. Converter Applied to liquified petroleum gas which converts or changes LP-Gas from liquid to vapor for use in engine. Convertible Motor car of open design (connotes mechanically operated top and side windows.) Convertible Boot Covering usually held in place with snap fasteners, over folded-down, soft top. Convertible Stack That part of convertible top which projects above the beltline or deck when top is folded down. CONVL CONVENTIONAL CONVTOP Convertible Top and Roof Opening Panel Subsystem COO Chief Operating Officer COOL COOLER/ANT/ING Coolant Liquid(s) in cooling system. (General reference is to liquids other than water or water with chemical additives.) Cooler Oil Cooler. COORD COORDINATOR
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Coordinating Committee - Cornering Force
Coordinating Committee Team with operating-level responsibility that coordinates and integrates processes and solutions developed by various CTC groups such as the Cluster Teams. COP Coil-On-Plug COP Procedure by which Ford demonstrates that it is able to produce series vehicles within the constraints specified in legislation. It may be necessary for Ford to obtain approval from a Government for its COP facilities before Homologation is granted. Periodic reinspection of these facilities may also be requested. cop Conformity of production COPAC Centralized Outbound Payment Authorization and Control - Used to track vehicles in the shipping system, develop shipping patterns, and pay vehicle carriers. COR CORE/ED Cord Textile, steel wire strands, etc. forming plies of a tire. Core Hole Plug See Freeze Plug Core Processes Five general processes within the NAAO product development process, i.e., Program Management, Define and Select, Design and Engineer, Develop and Validate, and Prepare for Mass Production. CORFN Chief Financial Officer Cornering Force Lateral force when the camber angle is zero. cora control of requisitions and approvals CORBA Common Object Request Broker Architecture - A standard for distributed objects being developed by the Object Management Group (OMG). OMG member companies are committed to developing CORBA compliant software.
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Cornering Stiffness - Corporate Memory
Cornering Stiffness Derivative of the cornering force with respect to the slip angle evaluated at zero slip angle. (Also Cornering Rate or Cornering Power.) CORP CORPORATE Corporate Capitalized when referring to Ford Motor Company. corporate card catalogue A searchable index of all registered sites. Corporate Design Requirements ( CDR ) Corporate Design Requirements (CDR) are Corporate requirements, expressed in technical terms, for use in the planning, styling, design and validation of vehicle systems and components. CDRs establish limiting dimensions, clearances, capacities, visibility requirements and performance requirements related to the design of complete vehicles, systems, subsystems, and/or components. The requirements are, in general, applied in a drafting and/or analytical process, however, some laboratory or vehicle evalution may also be required. Corporate Memory Process for collecting, maintaining, and making available best methodology/design/processes/data to enable reusability and efficiency for Product Development/Manufacturing/Service, etc.
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Corporate Product Acceptance Specifications - Counterbore
Corporate Product Acceptance Specifications Corporate Product Acceptance Specifications (CPAS) are the levels of performance necessary to meet customer expectations for worldwide vehicle applications. CPAS are generally described in customer perceived terms with quantified customer expectations (performance, durability, service intervals) and operating conditions (vehicle speed, ambient temperature). Verification tests, expressed in quantified measurable terms, are specified or referenced to assure that customer expectations are satisfied. Jury evaluations are acceptable when quantitative description is not feasible. In general, a complete vehicle or vehicle buck is required to evaluate compliance. CORR CORRUGATED Corrode To eat away gradually as if by gnawing, especially by rust. CORSN CORROSION COS Computer Operations Support COS Ford Colarado Springs IC design center COSMIC Consolidated On-Line System for Material Inventory Control - A system tha manages parts and materials related to the Prototype and Functional Build Processes. Cost Center An organizational component whose results are measured primarily in terms of cost. COSTG COASTING COTS Commercial Off The Shelf Software Cough an Engine ( Drag Racing ) Major engine failure. Counterbore To enlarge a hole to a given depth.
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Counterclockwise Rotation - Cp
Counterclockwise Rotation Rotating opposite direction of hands on a clock. Countersink To cut or form a depression to allow head of a screw to go below surface. COUP Computerized Offal Utilization Program Coupe Enclosed, fixed top, two-seater motor car Coupling A connecting means for transferring movement from one part to another. May be mechanical, hydraulic or electrical. COUR Course Courage Takes action in the face of challenge. Questions the status quo. Takes reasoned risks. Demonstrates independent judgment and selfconfidence, even in stressful situations. (Ford Leadership Behavior) COV Coefficients of Variability COVER Company Owned Vehicle Evaluation Report COVETS Company Owned Vehicle Engineering Tracking System Cowl 1. Portion of car body bounded by front fenders, base of windshield and rear of hood. 2. Portion of body between engine compartment and driver, which ordinarily contains instruments used by operator. Cp Capability Ratio - Measure of the ability of a process, when in a state of statistical control, to produce output within specified limits. Cp is a capability index of the ratio of the part characteristic tolerance to the process spread. An index of 1.0 means the process is just capable of producing within the limits. The higher the number the better.
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CP - CPF
CP 1. Car Planning 2. Car Programs 3. Commerce Park 4. Computer Proposal Car Planning 5. Confirmation Prototype CP Control Plan CP MRD Confirmation Prototype Material Required Date CP-C Confirmation Prototype-Craftsmanship = Prototype crafted to support production launch. Cp/Cpk Measures of the ability of a process, when in a state of statistical control, to produce output within the specified limits. CP measures this ability considering only the spread, or dispersion, of the output, while Cpk also considers where the spread is located with respect to the limits. Cpk is equal to Cp when the process output average is equal to the mean of the specified limits. An index of 1.0 means that the process is just capable of producing within the limits. The higher the number, the better. CPAT Capacity Planning Attribute Team CPC Critical Parts Code CPC Confirmation Prototype - Craftsmanship CPCTR 1. Capacity 2. Capacitor CPE Chief Program Engineer CPF Confirmation Prototype Function CPF Capacity Planning Forum CPA Critical Path Analysis CPARS Corporate Procurement And Receiving System CPAS Corporate Product Acceptance Specifications
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CPG - CPP Switch
CPG 1. Car Product Group 2. Capping CPI (1) Characters Per Inch; (2) Common Programming Interface CPI Continuous Process Improvement CPIN CRANKPIN CPIP Cost and Profit Improvement System Cpk Capability Index - Measure of the ability of a process, when in a state of statistical control, to produce output within specified limits. Cpk is equal to Cp when the process output average is equal to the mean of the specified limits. An index of 1.0 means the process is just capable of producing within the limits. The higher the number better. Cpl Process capability - Lower limit CPO Carline Programme Office CPO Customer Parts Operations CPOK central processor unit OK - proc. fault detect CPP Clutch Pedal Position CPP Switch Clutch Pedal Position Switch CPN Can't Procure Notice CPMT Component Program Module Teams CPL COUPLE/ER/ING CPL/SHT Coupling Shaft CPLS Capless CPM 1. Car Program Management 2. Critical Path Method (Timing)
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CPPC - cpu
CPPC Charter Part/Process Council CPPC Car Product Planning Control CPPRG Critical Product Problem Review Group - Groups of either Car Engineering or Truck Operations are composed of respresentatives from affected engineering, manufacturing, assembly, service, and staff activities with the function of reviewing reports of potentially critical product problems or possible non-compliance to government regulations. CPR Cost Per Repair CPS 1. Characters Per Second (one measurement of the upload or download speed of computer files over a modem or network; speed of a printer) 2. Crankshaft Position Sensor 3. Computerised Packing Slip System 4.Central Proposal System CPSL Capsule cpu cost per unit CPS (SAE term - CKP) crankshaft position sensor (crankshaft position sensor) CPSC Consumer Product Safety Commission CPSC Corporate Product Systems Classification - A corporte wide numbering system that classifies all vehicle parts into eighteen major classes (systems) and approximately 800 subsystems and sub-subsystems using six numerical positions for engineering release and for organizing a variety of engineering data. CPSD 1. Computer Program System Development 2. Canadian Parts Sales and Distribution
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CPU - Central Processing Unit - CR/SHT
CPU - Central Processing Unit Computer hardware, including circuits, that enables the interpretation and execution of commands/instructions. May also refer to multiple integrated computer programs that collectively provide centralized management functions. CPV Capacity Planning Volume - The vehicle volume used to determine facility and tooling requirements reflecting historic variability in vehicle demand versus forecast long-term trend demand. CPV Conceptual Proveout Vehicle CPVS Cost Per Vehicle Serviced CQ Corporate Quality CQE Certified Quality Engineer - A quality engineer that has been certified as a knowledgeable professional through extensive testing by the American Society for Quality Control (ASQC). CR Compression regen. CR/CR Concern Report / Change Request CR/SHT CROSS SHAFT cr cr is also used when referring to a concern in the WERS (World Wide Engineering Release) system. An issue. CQIS Common Quality Indicator System CQIS Common Quality Indicator System CR CHROME/CHROMMIUM CR 1. Corporate Relations 2. Cost Reductions 3. Control Relay 4. Concern 5. Concept Readiness or Concept Ready CR Conference Room
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CRADAs - crawler
CRADAs Cooperative Research and Development Agreements Craftsmanship Craftsmanship is the art and execution of quality. It is/are the vehicle attribute(s) which capture(s) the customer perception of quality design and workmanship through sight, sound, smell, and tactile senses. Crafty Wise and seasoned driver Crank 1. See Crankshaft 2. Crank an engine (Turn by hand or by means of an electric starter.) Crank Handle Handle which fits lug or cranknut on front of engine which may be used to crank the engine by hand. Crankcase Pan or sump fitted to underside of engine to hold engine oil. Crankcase Dilution Under certain conditions of operation, unburned portions of fuel get past piston rings into crankcase where they 'thin' engine lubricating oil. Crankpin Section of crankshaft which takes thrust of connecting rod. Crankshaft Shaft driven or turned by means of a crank. In automotive parlance consists of: crankpin, crankshaft, journal and web. Crankshaft Counterbalance Series of weights attached to or forged integrally with crankshaft and placed to offset reciprocating weight of each piston and rod assembly. Crash Box Non-synchronized manual transmission. crawler WWW Robots (also called wanderers or crawlers) are programs that traverse many pages in the World Wide Web by recursively retrieving linked pages.
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CRB - Crest
CRB CURB CRC Community Relations Committee CRC 1. Coordinating Research Council, Inc. 2. Cyclic Redundancy Check CRCR Concern Report and Change Request CRCT CORRECT/ION CRD Card CRDL CRADLE CRDS Corporate Reliability Data System. A repository of component or vehicle failure history of Ford products which supports data analysis, reliability predictions, and reliability improvement. CRE 1. Certified Reliability Engineer - A Reliability Engineer that has been certified as a knowledgeable professional through extensive testing by the American Society for Quality Control (ASQC). 2. Care Cream Puff ( also Puff - trade slang ) Very clean, well maintained used car. Create The process of authoring information of business value. See also Recreate. CREATE Corporate Research Engineering Advanced Technology Entry. Available on the web - <a href="http://www.ctis.ford.com/">www .ctis.ford.com/</a> Creation Station Provides one-stop-shopping for electronic templates of Corporate forms and Web pages. You can print or order Corporate forms that are not available as templates. Crest Ornamental device. Hallmark of car line, series or body style. Usually in stylized heraldic shield shape.
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CRGO - CRM
CRGO Cargo CRI 1. Color Rendering Index 2. Cross Reference Index critical joint A joint between two or more components in which any form of failure may result in a serious malfunction of a major vehicle control system or where the cost of repairs caused by the failure is significant. CRID Cost Reduction Idea Database CRIS Compliance with Regulations Information System Critical Characteristics Product or process requirements that can affect compliance with governmental regulation, or safety in production or function. Critical Vehicle Functions Critical Vehicle Functions are vehicle functions wherein a discrepancy in a component or system affecting those functions is likely to result in damage to the vehicle, its occupants, other persons or other persons' property. Criticality A relative measure of the consequences of a failure mode and its frequency of occurrence. CRK CRANK CRKC CRANKCASE CRL Cross Reference List CRM 1. Corporate Records Management covers the current US Records Management Procedure generally known as the CRM (this is currently on CTIS and the web). 2. The Corporate Records Management Manual describes the Company's Records Management program, details Corporate Records Retention Schedules, and contains procedures for the evaluation, storage, and disposition of Corporate records. From: <a href="http://www.ctis.ford.com/imhom e/records/Policy.htm">www.ctis.ford.co m/imhome/records/Policy.htm</a> CRM CREAM CRM intercooler
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CRMP - CRSE
CRMP CRIMP CRNBRY CRANBERRY Cross Dock Facility Typically an offsite, non-Ford owned facility which receives materials from suppliers and then reloads trailers bound for the assembly plant, each trailer bound for a specific location at the plant. Benefit is all materials are received at the closest possible dock. Cross Functional Team Any team with membership from appropriate functional organizations. Crosscutting Cross-functional Crossroad ( s ) Intersection(s) at which two public roads cross each other at approximately right angles. Crowd ( CR ) An acceleration requiring progressive opening of the throttle to maintain a constant manifold vacuum as vehicle speed increases. Crowds must be evaluated at various engine loads or acceleration rates to get a complete cross-section of intake depressions. The terms light, medium, and heavy crowds refers to initial throttle angle. CRP CREEP/ER/ING CRP Capacity Resource Planning CRPT Carpet CRRM Corporate Records Retention Manual CRS CRASH CRS COLD-ROLLED STEEL CRSB Crankshaft Reference Sensor Buffered (Diesel) CRSE CRUISE
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CRSTL - CSD
CRSTL CRYSTAL CRT CREST CRT 1. Cathode Ray Tube (one type of display used in computer terminals, TV's; cathode ray means electrons) 2. Component Review Team CRT Concern Resolution Team CRTN CURTAIN Cruciform Cross-shaped or 'X' shaped chassis construction; i.e., Cruciform frame. Crude Oil Liquid oil as it comes from the ground. Cruise Control Device (electric solenoid) which stabilizes road speed of an automobile. Cruising Range Range (distance in miles) which an automobile can cover on single filling of fuel. CS CROSS CS&C Certification Strategy & Control CSA 1. Corporate Strategy & Analysis 2. Canadian Standards Association CSB Chip Select Bar CSD characteristic shift downward CS Customer Satisfaction CS CESIUM CS Concept Selection CS Customer Service CRWD CROWD CRVE CURVE
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CSD - CSM
CSD EEC-IV module - CFI speed density use CSE Core Systems Engineering CSE 1. Case 2. Casing CSEGND case ground CSF Certification, Status, and Forecasting Certification Status and Forecast Project Management System to project Process FMEAs, identify bottlenecks, communicate status, and forcast work load for Certification Testing / Agency confirmation - approval of Ford and JV Engine Families. CSHAFT CRANKSHAFT CSHN CUSHION CSM Computer Systems Manual CSI cold start injector CSK COUNTERSINK/SUNK CSM Customer Service Manager CSM A Ford production system tool. Used to assess the pre- ant or starting point of a manufacturing / assembly process including internal and external logistics. CSI 1. Customer Satisfaction Index - A percent that represents the number of owners that report they are completely or very satisfied with their vehicle or specific aspects or systems of those vehicles as determined by surveys. 2. Current Source Inverter - electronics circuit often used in drives for 3 phase AC induction motors.
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CSMA/CD - CT
CSMA/CD Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Detection -- method used to regulate Ethernet network traffic and improve performance. CSO Customer Service Operations CSPD Customer Service Planning and Development CSPE Chlorosulfonated Polyethylene -rubbery polymer used for insulation and jackets. Manufactured by DuPont under the trade name of Hypalon. CSPS Customer Service and Parts Support CSS Calibration Select Switch CSSR/E cold start spark retard/enleanment CSSRE Coordinated Start Strategy to Reduce Emissions CT Chunk Team CT 1. Closed Throttle (secondary air injection, SAE term) 2. Computer Tomography 3. Connecticut CSTE Cassette CSTG casting. CSTL CASTLE CSTR CASTOR/ER CSV 1. Capacity Study Volumes 2. Cold Start Valve (engine) CST COAST CST Certification Short Test, NS CST 1. Change Steering Team 2. Central Standard Time 3. Customer Satisfaction Team
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CT - CTNG
CT COAT/ING/ED CT (SAE term - AIR) closed throttle (secondary air injection) CT/OFF CUT OFF CT/OUT CUT OUT CTA cam timing actuator CTAB Chronometrics Task Allocation Board CTC Concept-To-Customer - Improved product development process replaced by World Class Process. CTCH CATCH CTD Cumulative Trauma Disorder CTE Coastdown Test Engineer CTG Cartridge CTN COTTON CTNG CUTTING CTIS Corporate Technical Information System CTL Certification Test Lab CTL Certification Test Laboratory CTL Certification Test Lab (located @ DPG) CTLS Computerised Test Logging System CTLST CATALYST/CATALYSIS CTM Central Timing Module = a low level GEM module used on Ranger 4x2 without power equipment. CTI See Computer Telephony Integration
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CTNR - Cube ( Styling )
CTNR CONTAINER/ED/MENT/ING CTO Coolant Temperature Override CTO Clean Tach Out CTO constant torque with optimum ignition CTO-L constant torque with optimum ignition, limited by detonation CTOX Continuous Trap Oxidizer CTP Closed Throttle Position CTP Switch Closed Throttle Position CTR continuous variable electronic CTX with full control CTR CENTER/ED/ING/RALIZING CTX-E Continuous Variable Transmission Transaxle, Electrically Controlled CU COPPER CUA Common User Access (guidelines established by SAA) CUAP Cuautitlan Assembly Plant Cube ( Styling ) Three-dimensional representation of allowable dimensions of vehicle under development. Also grouping of exterior die models arranged in their proper position to check continuity of surfaces. CTX Continuously Variable Automatic Transmission CTSS Computerised Test Schedule System CTR/BAL CENTRAL BALANCE CTS catalyst temperature switch
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CULK - Customer Competitive Evaluations
CULK CAULK/ED/ING CUM Cumulative Curb Height Height of vehicle without passengers or trunk load. Curb Weight Weight of vehicle in full touring trim with oil, water, spare wheel, fuel and tire but otherwise unladen. See Weights/Load Section REF-D01. Curing Hardening stage required by some synthetic materials, notably Fiberglass, after forming and before further use. Current Electrical flow in Amperes in an electrical circuit. CURT COURTESY CUST CUSTOMER Custodian The individual designated to hold and control the record. Any employee, contractor or vendor who has physical control or access to any software, data or information owned, leased or licensed by the company. Customer Any user of an output of a process or production system. Customers exist inside as well as outside Ford Motor Company. Customer Cash Advertised cash rebates for retail buyers. Customer Competitive Evaluations Customer-based assessments of satisfaction that determine Ford's current capability of satisfying Customer Wants relative to our major competitors for its products and/or services. The assessment is based on ownership satisfaction for today's product projected to the next purchased vehicle. The primary and only source for obtaining Customer Competitive Evaluations is Ford's Market Research Office.
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Customer Relations ( GIS1 ) - CV
Customer Relations ( GIS1 ) Information related to client satisfaction, complaints, resolutions, and warranties. May also contain follow-up to ensure effectiveness. For serious deviations, see Production -Manufacture/Production. Customer Satisfaction A measure of how satisfied owners are with their vehicles, or specific aspects or systems of those vehicles as determined by surveys. In NAAO, customer satisfaction is normally stated as the percent of owners who report they are completely or very satisfied. Customer Surface All Class I and Class II surfaces. Customer Validation Ongoing evidence (data) - received from the customer - that the action taken to eliminate the customer's symptom is still working. Confirmation is obtained by monitoring the same indicator that demonstrated the symptom initially. Performance results of the indicator may be tracked using the Paynter Chart. CUSUM Cumulative SUM Cut To eliminate another drag racing car. Cut-Out A valve used to divert exhaust gases directly to atmosphere instead of through muffler. Also, see Circuit Breaker. Cutline Groove etched in clay model to represent door, hood, or decklid opening. CV 1. Constant Velocity (joint) 2. Controlled Ventilation 3. Computervision
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cv - CVRM
cv curriculum vitae CV Window Controlled Ventilation. Moveable glass pane directly aft of 'A' pillar and separate from side window. CVAT Continuously Variable Automatic Transmission CVCC Controlled Vortex Combustion Chamber CVCS Centralized Vehicle Control System CVD Chemical Vapor Deposition (technique for producing thin films by chemical reactions at the solid-gas interface) CVFE Customer Vehicle Functional Evaluation CVH 1. Compound Valve Head Engine 2. Compound Valve Hemispherical head engine 3. Compound Valve angle Hemispherical chamber CVMS Corporate Vehicle Management System CVO Commercial Vehicle Operations CVR COVER/ING CVRM Corporate Vehicle Requirements Manual - A manual listing Ford requirements for vehicles including product acceptance specifications, design and marketing requirements and a glossary of terms and acronyms. CVJ Constant Velocity Joint CVIS Competitive Vehicle Information System - CVRM/EGPAS divergency declaration Is initiated when it becomes apparent after full release of the affected component(s), that it does not meet the corporate requirement(s). CVI Cross Vehicle Issues
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CVS - Cycle
CVS 1. California Vehicle Standards 2. Constant Volume Sampler CVSP Corporate Vehicle Simulation Program CVT 1. Continuously Variable Transmission 2. Current to Vacuum Transducer CVT continuous variable transaxle CVT current to vacuum transducer (EGR system) CVV Canister Vent Valve (EVAP) CVX CONVEX cw 1. Curb weight 2. Luftwiderstandsbeiwert (air drag coefficient) CW Continuous Wave CWL COWL Cycle A series of events which are repeated. Example intake, compression, power and exhaust strokes of an internal combustion engine. CXL COAXIAL CY Calendar Year CY CYCLE CYC CYCLOMETER CYCL CYCLOMATIC CWT COUNTERWEIGHT CWLK CATWALK CWQC Company-Wide Quality Control - A holistic view of quality based on the premise that quality is meeting customer (internal and external) requirements on time, at a cost that represents value, and that everyone can improve quality by improving their own work processes.
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Cycle Plans - Cycle Time
Cycle Plans A 10 year outlook for vehicle product programs - a plan describing the general parameters (including major characteristics, timing, and required expenditures) for all the major product programs. For each product the Cycle Plan covers the life or "cycle" of that product. The 10 year moving plan resulting integrating corporate resources, facilities, segment strategies, market conditions, competitive position, and economics factors into an allinclusive, coherent, coordinate product and facilities plan. Cycle Plans for car, truck, powertrain, and new technology applications are usually included in a single plan. Cycle Time The time required to complete one cycle of an operation. If cycle time for every operation in a complete process can be reduced to equal target time, products can be made in a single-piece flow. [Duncan, William L., Total Quality Key Terms and Concepts, 1995 definition: In cycle reduction activities, the elapsed time of a process from beginning to end. This elapsed time includes both value-added and nonvalue-added activity. In machine operations, cycle time is more accurately defined as the time required for the machine to cycle through one recurring sequence of activities. Cycle Time The time required to complete one cycle of an operation. If cycle time for every operation in a complete process can be reduced to equal target time, products can be made in single-piece flow.
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Cycle-Average Profit - CYND
Cycle-Average Profit The average annual accounted profit for a product over its life cycle. For example, if a vehicle line has a 9-year cycle, a decrease of $45 million yields a cycle average improvement of $45/9 = $5 million. CYL CYLINDER/ICAL Cylinder A round hole having some depth bored to receive a piston. Also referred to as 'bore.' Cylinder Block Largest single part of an engine. Basic or main mass of metal in which cylinders are bored or placed. Cylinder Head A detachable portion of an engine fastened securely to cylinder block which contains all or a portion of combustion chamber. Cylinder Head Gasket Seal between engine block and cylinder head. Cylinder Sleeve A liner or tube interposed between piston and cylinder wall or cylinder block to provide a readily renewable wearing surface for cylinder. CYND CYANIDE
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D Pillar - DA
D Pillar Vertical or diagonal structural pillar between roof and body at rear corner of a station wagon. D Ring 1. Ring or handle driver pulls at the end of drag run to open safety chute. 2. Ring used with shoulder harness restraint systems. D&R Design and Release D&RR, DRR Design and Release Responsibility D/A Digital to Analog D/AC digital to analogue converter D/BAR Draw Bar D/C DATA COLLECTOR D/CHO Dechoke D/UP Dress-Up DA Data Administration D/SND Dash Sound D/POT Dash Potentiometer D/PNL Dash Panel D/MDL die Model D/CL 1. Declutch 2. Declutching D/CONN Disconnect D/CST Die Cast D/ENGA Disengage D/ICR Deicer D/LNK Drawlink
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DA - Dashboard
DA 1. Desk Accessory 2. Dienstanweisung (Procedure) DAB Design Aid Buck DAB Direct Acting Buckets DABL 1. Disable 2. Disabled DAC Dealer Assistance Center DAC Digital to Analog Convertor DAC Data Acquisition and Control DAG Dagenham DAI Domestic Application Index - This is a measure of usefulness of pilfered components when employed around the home. Door trim attachment screws are benchmark (DAI = 100). Loctite DAI approximately equals 700, while door strikers attain a DAI of the order of 140 (hanging plant baskets etc). Dash Also known as fire wall. A partition between engine and operator. Dashboard Board on the fore part of a buggy or other vehicle to intercept water, mud or snow. Sometimes used, incorrectly, as a synonym for instrument panel. DAS Data Aquisition System DARC dual access random access memory (RAM) chip DAP Dearborn Assembly Plant DAP Design Approval Process - A product development process which was superseded by CTC. DAL Data Access Language DANOC Directive Advance Notification Of Change DAP dual access panel
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DASHPOT - DAWIS
DASHPOT A device consisting of a piston and cylinder with a restricted opening used to slow down or delay operation of some moving part. Daspott A device consisting of a piston and cylinder with a restricted opening used to slow down or delay operation of some moving part. DAT Diversity Advisory Team DAT 1. Digital Audio Tape (type of tape used for computer data backup or audio) 2. Data 3. Deutsche Automobil Treuhand (German Automobile Trust) Data Raw facts that exist without contextual meaning. For example "10%" is data but we don't know 10% of what (the context), application systems contain fields of data that are meaningless unless the application provides interpretation through a report. DATA+ data communications link positive used serial comm. DATA+/Data Communication Link Signal & Return - Two wire vehicle multiplex communication system using serial digital signals. DATAdata communications link negative used serial comm. Database Management Systems ( DBMS ) A computer-based system that controls, creates, defines, manages, and manipulates its using databases. datc temperature control DATC Dual Electronic Automatic Temperature Control Date Code Date Code is a combination of numerical and alphabetical characters to be applied to Production and Service Parts to indicate the date of manufacture. For size, structure and code meaning of Date Codes see the Engineering Drafting Standards Manual. DAWIS Direct Access Warranty Information System
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DB - DC-ISC
DB Diversified Businesses DB Dana Building dB Decibel (Sound Measurement) DBA Data Base Administrator - An individual in charge of maintaining the physical size and integrity of information in a data base environment. DBC Direct Broadcast by Satellite DBDL FCSD downstream system DBII Software program used in the Ad Hoc Inquiry Subsystem which can be queried using the Structured Query Language. DBL Double DBMS See Database Management Systems. DC-ISC throttle plate control motor DC 1. Design Center 2. Direct Current 3. Duty Cycle 4. Design Completion 5. District of Columbia 6. Departmental Communication (Hausmitteilung) DC Data Center DBV Determined by Vendor DBW Drive by Wire (throttle control) DBN Dearborn Assembly Plant DBP Dealer Business Planning (sub-process of Order-to-Delivery " OTD ") DBN 1. Dearborn Stamping Plant 2. Dearborn, Michigan
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DCAS - DDB
DCAS Dealer Computing Application System New dealership system being developed in Europe. DCBL Decible DCC Digital Compact Cassette DCE 1. Distributed Computing Environment 2. Data Communications Equipment (e.g. modem, protocol converter, etc.) dci daily call in DCL Data Communications Link DCM Direct Current Motor DCO duty cycle output (duty cycle expander chip) DCR 1. Decor 2. Decorate 3. Decorative DCS Distributed Control System DCS Dealer Computer Services DCS Data Collection System (Depot) DCT Duct DCT Dedicated, Collocated Team - A crossfunctional team working on one program located in one place. DD Dealer Development DD Data Dictionary DD Double Density DDA Detroit Diesel Allison (transmission) DDAS Dynamometer Data Acquistion System DDB Device Dependant Bitmap
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DDE - DEACT
DDE Dynamic Data Exchange - Method whereby changes in one computer file, say a spreadsheet, can be automatically updated to other linked files, such as a table in a word processor document. DDF Data Distribution Facility DDI Data Dictionary Index - Teamwork ddl direct data link DDL Device Description Language DDM Driver Door Module DDMS Diagnostic Data Management System DDS 1. Data Directory System 2. Drawing Directory System 3. Dataphone Digital Service DDSW driver demand switch De Dion Reference is to designer of De Dion type independent rear suspension wherein action of wheels is related through a connecting link or tube. De Dion Tube Link or tube of De Dion type independent rear suspension. De-Mister English term for defroster. DEACT 1. Deactivate 2. Deactivator DE 1. Delaware 2. December 3. Door Edge DDTS Distributed Defect Tracking Systems DDV demonstration development vehicle DE Direct Engineering
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Dead Center - DECal
Dead Center Extreme upper or lower position of crankshaft throw at which point piston is not moving in either direction. Dead Rear Axle A rear axle that does not turn. Example rear axle of front wheel drive car. DEAL DEliverables Agreement Log Debar English term for prevent. Debt Rating The rating assigned by outside agencies (e.g., Standard & Poor's or Moody's) to the Company's debt as a measure of its quality or safety for investment. Better ratings, such as M, AA or AAA, indicate lower risk for investors and reduce the Company's cost of borrowing. Debt-To-Equity Ratio / Debt-Equity Ratio The relationship between the Company's total debt and equity. Usually expressed as a ratio or in terms of debt as a percentage of equity, it is used by investors to assess the Company's ability to withstand adverse financial results. DEC 1. Dunton Engineering Centre Digital Equipment Corporation 2. Decarbon DEC Alpha An application program interface specific to database servers. DECAL Definition of Engine Calibration. An EIS Software Application that identifies parts & specs for EPA certification. It also tracks EPME/PTPE signoff. DECal Definition of Engine Calibration (also "Sign-Offs"). Defines engine hardware or final dress of an engine: calibration hardware or components which affect emissions are defined as well as other non-emission related components.
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Decal ( Decalcomania ) - DEF
Decal ( Decalcomania ) Decorative or informative transfer sheet used for wood graining, labeling, etc. DECEL Deceleration Decision Making A method used to select the best Emergency Response, Interim Containment, Permanent Corrective or Prevent Action. Decision criteria are divided into two categories: "givens" is need-to-have category that determines minimum criteria for a choice; "wants" is a nice-to-have category that is weighted in importance to produce a score for each choice. Risk analysis is performed on the highest scoring choices before selection. Deck-Rear Sheet metal panel below and behind greenhouse. (See Decklid) Decklid Hinged panel providing access to luggage compartment. DECKLIFT Decklid/Liftgate Subsystem DECo Detroit Edison Co. Deconsolidation Center Typically an offsite, non-Ford owned facility which has multiple local assembly plants as customers. Suppliers ship materials destined for 2 or more locations to the deconsolidation center, which forwards materials to the appropriate plants. DECPL 1. Decouple 2. Decoupling 3. Decoupler DECX de-oxidise MAF sensor DED Dedendum Dedicated Channel A communications or computer channel employed for one purpose. DEF 1. Defroster 2. Defrosted 3. Defroster 4. Defrosting
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Defect - DEL
Defect A product/part that deviates from specifications or does not meet internal/external customer expectations. All defects are created by errors. Defect An unwanted characteristic present on a product or process. DEFG Defogger Define and Select The process of formulating alternative vehicle concepts within prestated guidelines and of evaluating and selecting from these alternatives a "Gofor-One" decision. DEFL 1. Deflect 2. Deflected 3. Deflecting Deflector Defragment Reorganizing the disk by placing files into contiguous order. DEHY 1. Dehydrate 2. Dehydrator DEL 1. Deliver 2. Delivered 3. Delivery DEG Degree Degree Abbreviated deg. or indicated by a small 9 placed alongside of a figure. May be used to designate temperature readings, or angularity, one degree being 1/360 part of a circle. Defroster Device usually operated by an electric fan, used to blow (warm or cold) air onto interior side of windshield. Generally combined with the automobile heater. DEFTP Dearborn Engine and Fuel Tank Plant DEFU Defuser
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Deliverable - Denatured Alcohol
Deliverable An output of process needed to measure the completion of one program (and usually the start of another activity). Delivery and Destination Charges Customer charge for freight including inbound freight to the plant and the cost of transporting the vehicle from the plant to the dealer (for a given vehicle line, a uniform charge is applied for all destinations across the country.) Demagnetize To remove magnetization of a pole which has previously been magnetized. Deming Philosophy Dr. Deming's philosophy is a comprehensive management philosophy which is a whole new way of doing business for most companies. Dr. Deming states that 80% of the problems we deal with are management problems. Dr. Deming lists 14 points for management. Some of the basic ideas in the 14 points are: 1) Top management must take control and adopt a new philosophy. 2) Replace mass inspection with process control. 3) Heavy use of good statistical measures and controls. 4) Constantly and forever improve the system. 5) Heavy use of education, training, and retraining. Demister ( British ) See Defroster Demountable Rim A rim for a tire that is readily removable from wheel. DEN Ford of Denmark Denatured Alcohol Ethyl alcohol to which a denaturant has been added.
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Density - DESC
Density Compactness Deox De-oxidize MAF Sensor DEP 1. Dearborn Engine Plant 2. Deposit Department/Work group Typically defines the size or scale of a client/server application, describes the size of an application which supports a small number of concurrent users, executes on a single client platform, accesses a single server platform, is targeted toward a particular database, focuses on a single business function, and is constructed by small development teams. Deployment The spreading out, alignment and implementation of strategies. Depolarize To remove polarity. Example a permanent magnet. DEPR Depression Depreciation (1) Decline in value of a tangible asset, through wear, obsolescence or the passing of time. (2) The write-off as a cost in the current period for a portion of facilities capitalized in a prior period. DEPT delta exhaust pressure transducer (was PFEGR) Derby Day EPA Announcement of Model Year CAFE and General Label Fuel Economy (USA) DES 1. Design 2. Designer 3. Data Encription Standard DESC direct clutch control (CD4E) DESC Direct Electronic Shift Control - a basic transmission controls architecture that provides high value (competitive shift quality at lower cost, lower weight and with improved transmission packaging).
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DESC - Design Center
DESC 1. Dessicate 2. Dessicated 3. Dessicating 4. Dessicatant DESCP Descriptive Descriptive Feedback Telling other team members precisely what they are doing and how one feels in response without judgment or opinions. Design ( Styling ) Design - Product Development Ford of Britain and/or Design - Product Development Ford of Germany. Design (Styling) (ORG) IDesign - Product Development Ford of Britain and/or Design - Product Development Ford of Germany Design Aid Buck A partial prototype used to design perspective to aid all affected areas in finalizing designs. Design aids are required for each prototype phase and are continually updated at the latest design level. All packaging, assembly, service, and perceived quality issues should be side off on design aids before preceding with prototype builds. Design Aids Program representative three dimensional full-size replicas. Design Aids are used for prototype vehicle stage and are continually updated to the latest design level. All engine package, assembly, service and perceived quality issues are signed-off on Design Aids. Design and Engineer The process of transforming concepts and themes into "engineered" designs that integrate manufacturability and the ultimate satisfaction of the customer. Design Center A Ford facility appearance designs or styles are developed and approved.
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Design Completion (DCA) - Design For Assembly ( DFA )
Design Completion (DCA) DESIGN COST ANALYSIS Design Concept A graphical description of a general idea or understanding that is derived from specific instances or occurrences (i.e., customer satisfaction surveys, QFD analysis). Design Concept Feasibility A graphical description of a general idea or understanding that is derived from specific instances or occurrences which are capable of being accomplished successfully with a high confidence level. Design Data Information about a part that is common irrespective of application Design Engineering Design Engineering - Product Development Ford of Britain and/or Design Engineering - Product Development Ford of Germany Design FMEA An FMEA used to analyze products before they are released for production. Design For Assembly ( DFA ) A process for minimizing the labor and assembly costs of a product design.
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Design For Manufacturing ( DFM ) - Design of Experiments (DOE)
Design For Manufacturing ( DFM ) DFM is the practice of designing products with manufacturing in mind, so they can: (1) Be designed in the least time with the least development cost; (2) Make the quickest and smoothest transition into production; (3) Be assembled and tested with the minimum cost in the minimum amount of time; (4) Have the desired levels of quality and reliability; and (5) Satisfy customers' needs and compete well in the marketplace. DFM is a methodology that simultaneously considers all of the design goals and constraints for products that will be manufactured. Design for Assembly (DFA) is only one aspect of DFM. Other aspects include all the other "design for's" or "-abilities," design for testability, quality, reliability, serviceability, style, appearance, shipping, recyclability, etc. These are sometimes referred to as "design for X" (DFX). Design for Test ( DFT ) Testability rules and guidelines required by ACD, Electronics Division (ELD), to help maximize profitability and minimize time to market of our quality products. Testability is the ability to detect and isolate faults in a timely, cost effective and consistent manner. Design Freeze A point in time determined by program management when the design must be completed to support a prototype test program. Subsequent changes to the frozen design are not accepted without agreement of the Program Chief Engineering. Design of Experiments (DOE) Analytical techniques that factor common cause variation into its components in order to optimize process/product variables and reduce variation. Several methods are available for which the following are representative: full and fractional factorial design, Taguchi methods and accelerated methods.
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Design Optimization Team - Design Verification Vehicle
Design Optimization Team Replaced by Program Module Team in CTC. Design Responsibility Design office responsible for the design of a specific part or area of a product Design Self Certification Signatory acknowledgement from Car & Truck Homologation to the affected National Sales Company Authorised Ford Dealer that a Ford product to be marketed in that territory has achieved design compliance to the relevant Regulation(s), e.g. Swedish Design Certification, Manufacturer's Statements for other countries. Design Source Design activity designated as primary design responsible office for a specific product Design Status A one character code which indicates the completeness of the part design record. Design Strategy Images and/or existing properties available at < SI > to facilitate agreement on key vehicle appearance attributes (package, proportion, stance), and define the image intent of appearance alternatives that are consistent with program targets, including VOC, ABS, and reusability. Design SubCommittee A sub-committee of the P&SC that reviews and recommends approval or revision of Exterior Clay Models to the P&SC and Office of Chief Executive. Design Verification Vehicle An experimentally assembled vehicle consisting of prototype and current production material. This vehicle is used for the design check of components for fit, clearance and functions not requiring the total operation of the vehicle.
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Design, Manufacturing, and Assembly Readiness Process - DEVC
Design, Manufacturing, and Assembly Readiness Process Design, Manufacturing and Assembly Readiness is a consensus among affected design engineering and manufacturing personnel that the vehicle system, partial system, subsystem, and components are compatible. Desire to Serve (Demonstrates personal commitment.) Demonstrates passion for knowing and meeting customer requirements. Dedicated to achieving Ford objectives and acting in Ford's best interest. Accepts willingly different functional and geographical assignments. (Ford Leadership Behavior) DEST Destination DET Detroit DEV Deviation DEVC 1. Device 2. Devices Detail Drawing An engineering drawing of a single part. Prior to production release, the detail drawing must be completed and contain information required to manufacture the part and design aid, jigs, and fixtures, and quality control and inspection methods drawing must meet Ford Drafting Standards. Detergent A compound of a soap-like nature used in engine oil to remove engine deposits and hold them in suspension in oil. Detonation An engine sound that indicates a too rapid burning or explosion of air-fuel mixture in engine cylinders. It becomes audible through a vibration of combustion chamber walls. Deuce 1932 Ford
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Develop and Validate - DFI
Develop and Validate The process of developing and validating the performance of the complete vehicle against customerdriven criteria. Development Supplier Supplier with specific knowledge (design and/or manufacture) which is necessary for the development of the part (eg electronic modules). A Development Supplier provides prototype parts and will be a production source for the program. Development tools Refers to software that supports the construction of applications (generally referred to as 3GL and 4GL) and generates the programming language. Deviation A measurable difference between what should be happening and what is actually happening. Deviation Parts Deviation Parts are parts which under authorisation of an approved Product Engineering Deviation, temporarily replace released parts. DF 1. Degradation Factor (Emissions) 2. Deterioration Factor DFA Design For Assembly - A process for (1) examining and improving product designs for reduced part complexity an easier automation, and (2) reducing the total cost of manufacturing of the products produced. DFC Data File Checklist DFC dud FZFO channel DFCO decel fuel cut off DFD Data Flow Diagram DFI Direct Fuel Injection
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DFLTR - DHSD
DFLTR Deflator DFMA Design For Manufacture and Assembly DFMEA Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis DFQ Design For Quality DFS Decel Fuel Shut-Off DFT Drift DFVLR Deutsche Forschungsvereinig F Luft & Raumfahrt (German Research Union for Aviation & Space) DFWM Degenerate Four-Wave Mixing DG DRAG DG Drag DGNL Diagonal DGT Detergent DH Dash DHMFR Dehumidifier DHSD Dual High Side Driver DGPIL Diesel Glow Plugs Indicator Lamp DGNTC Diagnostic
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DI - DIAPH
DI Digital Imaging is the process that dealers use to capture and transmit high resolution photographs of paint, glass, interior trim, seats and bumper warranty concerns. Photos are captured using a digital camera and electronically transmitted to specially trained personnel located in the Quality Center. The images are reviewed to determine if concern is a warrantable repair, and if suggested repair is the best course of action for the customer, dealer, or Ford. Images are downloaded into Corporate Quality Indicator System (CQIS) for review and analysis by assemble plant vehicle teams and other engineers to identify and resolve customer concerns DI disable interrupt DI data instruction DI 1. Distributor Ignition 2. Direct Injection 3. Dial DI Capacitor Distributor Ignition Capacitor Di Noc Trade name for decal material consisting of three layers | decal, glue and paper. Outer portion can be painted with special, elasticized paint. When applied to surface of model, Di noc is first soaked in warm water. Wet paper backing is then separated from decal, which takes the form of clay surface and gives model the effect of a painted car. DI System Distributor Ignition System DIA 1. Diameter 2. Document Interchange Architecture DIAG Diagram Diagnosis Refers to use of instruments to determine cause of improper function of parts or systems of a vehicle. Dial Gauge A type of test instrument which indicates precise readings on a dial. DIAPH Diaphragm
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Diaphragm - DIFF ( British )
Diaphragm A flexible partition or wall separating two cavities. DIB Device Independant Bitmap Dicing ( generally British ) Close, exciting and highly competitive driving. Die Steel forming tools used in stamping presses in manufacture of sheet metal components for automobiles. Die Casting Injection of molten metal under pressure into fully finished model. Also, the product of such a process. (Greater detail and more intricate shapes can be obtained with die castings than with stamped parts.) Die Model A three-dimensioned representation made of hard wood from approved engineering drawings and aluminum templates. Die models are used directly to establish critical die surfaces for the manufacturing of vehicle components. Die Storage Area Area dedicated to stamping die storage. Only found in stamping plants or assembly plants with integrated stamping operations. DIELEC 1. Dielectric 2. Dielectrical DIEP Detroit Industrial Engine Plant Diesel ( engine ) Internal combustion engine named for its inventor, Rudolf Diesel. Varies significantly from conventional power units by virtue of the direct injection of fuels (even solids) into combustion chambers at very much higher compression ratios. Dieseling Engine tends to keep running after ignition key is turned off. DIFF ( British ) See Differential
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Differential - DIP
Differential Name given to gear-driven rear axle assembly which transmits power from drive shaft to rear wheels. Derived from provision for a different turning rate or speed of each wheel in a turn. Differential Pressure Feedback EGR System Differential Pressure Feedback Exhaust Gas Recirculation System DIFSR Diffuser DIG digital input generator DIG TACH digital tachometer (ICCD2) DIGT 1. Digit 2. Digital DIL dual inline package Dilution See Crankcase Dilution DIM Dimension DIP 1. Dual Inline Pin - Refers to integrated circuits, miniature switches etc. in a rectangular package with a row of connector pins down two opposite sides. 2. Dipping Diode An electronic device that permits current to flow through it in one direction only. DIP dual inline package DIMM Dual Inline Memory Module DIN Deutsche Industrie Norm (German Industry Standards - equivalent organization to SAE) DIO Distributed Input/Output system DIOD Diode
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DIR - Directive
DIR 1. Direct 2. Directed 3. Direction 4. Directional 5. Directing 6. Director 7. Directory Direct Current ( DC ) Electric current which flows continuously in one direction. Example: current from a storage battery. Direct Drive In automobile transmissions direct engagement between engine and drive shaft where engine crankshaft and drive shaft turn at same rpm. Directive A Company Directive is an authoritative statement having lasting effect that provides direction or solicits action. These statements generally are more detailed than Policy Letters and deal to a greater extent with the specific aspects of important issues. Statements that assign responsibility and establish methods for handling complex, crossfunctional matters or that provide specific top management direction on policy implementation are included in the "Directives" classification; normal communications to subordinates not intended for widespread distribution to all other activities generally are excluded. Classification of a communication as a "Directive" is made by the sender, with the advice of Human Resources. General characteristics of a Directive include: Issued by the Chairman, Vice Chairman, a Group President, another Executive Vice President; Can have limited applicability; Distributed to key Company management worldwide; Detailed - provides top management direction; may require action on specific issues; Discretion restricted; Comparable to an "Executive Order"; May be used to assign responsibility for handling complex, cross-functional matters.
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Dirt Track - Disposal ( Dispose of ) ( GIS1, GIS2 )
Dirt Track Race track with dirt (unpaved) surface. DIS 1. Distributorless Ignition System 2. Data Input Sheet DIS (SAE term - EI) distributorless ignition systems (electronic ignition) DIS or DISP Displacement Disc ( s ) 1. Brake disc. Disc-like steel surface onto which brake pads clamp when brakes are applied. 2. Covers designed to cover road wheel lugs (see also hubcap, wheel cover.) 3. Disc brakes DISCH Discharge Discharge Flow of electric current from a battery. Opposite of charge. Dishing Permissible Dish-like depression allowed. DISI direct-injection, spark-ignition engine DISPL Displacement Displacement Volume, in cubic measure, of cylinder or engine. See Engine Displacement. Disposal ( Dispose of ) ( GIS1, GIS2 ) To delete from company records when the contained information has outlived its useful business value. OFFICIAL RECORDS due for disposal must be disposed of during the Annual File Review period of the year specified, unless subject to current Suspension Order. NORM Official Records can be disposed of during the Annual File Review. TRANSIENT RECORDS should be disposed of as soon as they are no longer required by the holder for business purposes or are not subject to a Suspension Order. This may be on the day of receipt of the record or any subsequent time up to the Annual File Review of the year following the date of the record, at which point the record must be disposed.
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DIST - DKE
DIST Distance Distance Measured length, usually in km/miles between two points. Distortion A warpage or change in form from original shape. Distributor 1. Mechanism driven by a shaft geared to the camshaft which provides time electrical impulses to the spark plugs. 2. A valve, often rotary in design, which conducts a vapor or fluid to a number of outlets. Example: diesel engine oil distributors. Distributor ICM Distributor Ignition Control Module Distributor Points Cam operated points making and breaking low tension ignition circuit. DIV 1. Divide 2. Divided 3. Divider 4. Dividing 5. Division 6. Divisional Divergencies From CVRM/EGPAS Are revisions to CVRM/EGPAS requirements and/or the Exceptions as defined in the approved 'objectives' for a specific program. They are requested between Program Approval and full release of the affected component(s). NOTE - In NAAO and some other location they are known as CVRM Deviations. Divided Highway A highway with a division strip or guard rail separating the two ways of travel. DIY Do It Yourself (manual) DK Deck DKE Deutsche Elektrotechnische Kommission (German Electrotechnical Committee)
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DKLTCH - DMIS
DKLTCH Decklid/Liftgate Latching System DKM Design Kickoff Meeting DLC Data Link Connector DLL Dynamic Link Libraries DLMS Direct Labor Management System DLO Daylight Opening DLORS Direct Labor & Overhead Reporting System DLTE Delete DLY Delay DM 1. Design Mass 2. Die Model 3. Direct Markets 4. Dome DMFW Dual Mass Flywheel DMIS Dimensional Measurement Information System DME Distributed Management Environment DMAPS Digital Manufacturing Process System takes product data generated in a CAD environment and without translation, uses it to design tooling, address material handling and layout a complete manufacturing process electronically. DMA Direct Memory Access DM Dimensional Management - Computer based analysis of the interaction of dimensions, tolerances and geometry in component parts and assemblies. DM & R DM&R Dimensional Management and Robustness DM&R Dimensional Management and Robustness
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DMIS - DOC
DMIS Format for programming coordinate measuring machines (CMM's). DMM Digital Multimeter DMND Demand DMOS Double Diffused Metal Oxide Semiconductor DMP 1. Dump 2. Dumped 3. Dumping 4. Dumper DMPG Damping DMPR 1. Damper 2. Dampener DMR Dimmer DMS Drawing Management System DMSH 1. Diminish 2. Diminishing DOC VECTOR documentation DNS See Domain Name Service DO Design Optimization. The first step in the total evolution process for a new engine. Followed by DV, PV, and IP. DNC 1. Distributed Numerical Control 2. Distributed Network Computing DND/P Dundee Plant DNR 1. Department of Natural Resources 2. Dolby Noise Reduction 3. Deadener DNA Deutscher Normen Ausschuss (German Industrial Standard Committee) DMSTR demister. DMT 1. Demount 2. Demountable
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DOC - Document ( GIS1 )
DOC Department of Commerce Dock to Dock (DTD) A Ford Production System Measurable. DTD measures the elapsed time between unloading of material and the release of finished goods for shipment. Using FPS tools like Visual Factory and Error Proofing improves DTD by moving material through the system efficiently. DTD = Total Number of Units of the Control Part divided by the End of Line Rate. Docking Station A base station for a laptop computer that features a power supply and expansion slots. It also includes monitor and keyboard connectors. DOCMT Document Document ( GIS1 ) A collection of electronic information. An original, official, or legal form that can be used to provide tangible evidence or information. Under the ISO/QS Quality Standards a document is defined as conveying instructions. Some examples include procedures, work instructions, manuals, etc. By definition, documents are managed as records. In the GIS1, "document" is often used interchangeably with "record."
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Document / Record Matrix ( GIS1, GIS2 ) - DOHC
Document / Record Matrix ( GIS1, GIS2 ) A Document/Record Matrix is a listing of all the OFFICIAL RECORDS created in or assigned to a department or work unit and lists the following: * Document/Record Title; * Document/Record Storage Location; * Record Series Item Number; * Retention Period; * Security Classification. It is the responsibility of each department/work area to create, update, and otherwise maintain its Document/Record Matrix. All matrices must be published to the EKB GLOBAL DOCUMENT/RECORD MATRIX BOOK. NOTE: If an area is not Ford Intranet enabled, the Document/Record Matrix must be maintained locally and submitted to the Office of Tax Counsel (OTC) for review. See Attachment 1 to GIS). DOD Department of Defense DODR DEODORANT DOE 1. Department of Energy (U.S.) 2. Department of the Environment (Europe) DOHC Dual Overhead Cam DOE Direct Order Entrance DOE Design of Experiments a systemic approach based on mathematical model of the process to determine the effects of varies factors on the performance of products or services, or the outputs of process. Dog ( Trade Slang ) Badly maintained used car of unsound mechanical condition. Dog Clutch 1. Simple two-position clutch used on many oval track racing cars. 2. Mating collars, flanges or lugs which can be moved as desired to engage or disengage similar collars, flanges or lugs in order to transmit rotary motion. Dog Leg Right angled bend. (As in angle made by side and bottom of windshields of the mid-fifties.)
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DOHC - Double Reduction Axle
DOHC double overhead camshaft DOI Distinctness of Image (Paint Test) DOL Data Output Link DOL data output link - to fuel computer DOM Dealer Operations Manager Domain Name Service Software that supplies translations between domain names and Internet addresses; allows you to reference sites on the Internet without needing to know the site's numerical addresses. DOOR Body Closures Subsystem DOP Door Opening Panel - also known as "body side", the sheet metal part covering the side of the vehicle extending from the "A" pillar back to the rear of the vehicle, possibly including the quarter panel, but not including a lift gate, hatch, or trunk lid. Dopolarize To remove polarity. Example a permanent magnet. DOR Design Order Request DORA Dealer Order Receipt Acknowledgement DOS Disk Operating System DOT 1. Department of Transportation 2. Design Optimization Team Double Reduction Axle A drive axle construction in which two sets of reduction gears are used for extreme reduction of gear ratio.
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Dowel Pin - DPI
Dowel Pin A pin inserted in matching holes in two parts to maintain those parts in fixed relation to each other. Downdraft Carburetor(s) which takes air into the intake manifold in a downward direction. Download To transfer a file from a remote computer to your computer. Downloadable images A graphic that is displayed only when the user clicks on the link. Downstream Relatively late in the product development process. DP 1. Diversification Planning 2. Diametrical Pitch 3. Defense Program 4. Data Processing DPA Dynamometer Power Absorption DPA Downtime Paid Absence DPB Dealer Policy Board DPC dynamic pressure control (5R50) DPDC Detroit Parts Distribution Center DPDT Double Pole Double Throw DPFE delta PFE (senses pressure on both sides of element - PFEGR) DPFE Differential Pressure Feedback Electronic EGR valve DPG Dearborn Proving Grounds DPI Dealer Process Improvement DPI 1. Dots Per Inch (measure of printer resolution) 2. Dual Plug Inhibit
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DPM - Draft ( Drafting )
DPM 1. Defects Per Million - A scale of measurement used for attribute data when the frequency of failure or reject is very small. 2. Data Processing Manual DPMI DOS Protected Mode Interface DPO Dagenham Packing Operations DPR dual pressure regulator DPSK Differential Phase Shift Keying DPSR Daily Problem Status Report DPSTK Dipstick DPTC Diversified Products Technical Center DR Design Request form used by Design and Drafting. Draft ( Drafting ) See Slipstreaming DR 1. Design Requirement 2. Door 3. Draftsman DQR Durability, Quality, and Reliability - A quality excellence policy used by Ford from June 1979 until July 198 5. DQR policy was cancelled and replaced with TQE (Total Quality Excellence) by Policy Letter A5. Term is still used on occasion in a generic sense. DPTC Diversified Products Technical Center (now called ETC - Electronics Technical Center) DPU Defects Per Unit DPV 1. Daily Production Volume 2. Daily Planning Volume .
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drag - Drill
drag part of casting tooling Drag ( Drag Race ) Quarter-mile acceleration race between two cars. Drag Link Connecting rod or link between steering gear pitman arm and steering control linkage. Drag Template Pattern or guide of a particular section of the body | bumper, molding, etc. Dragster Specially designed car for quarter-mile acceleration events. DRAM Dynamic Random Access Memory Draw 1. Method of drawing opponents and lanes prior to drag racing competition. 2. To form by a stretching process, or to soften hard metal. Draw Die Development A process to determine die configurations an elements of draw specifications to guide the design of the draw die. Draw-Filing A method of filing where file is drawn across work at right angles. DRE Drivers Right Ear: standard sound pressure level (SPL) measurement location. DRF cross reference file for RCON 4.x DRFT Draft DRG Drawing Drift Four wheel controlled slide. Drill A tool for making a hole, or to sink a hole with a pointed cutting tool rotated under pressure.
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Drill downs - driveability
Drill downs The process of going from high level subjects category screens to lower level, more specific, subject breakdown screens. See the Ford Infonet on the Ford Hub for an example. Drip Molding Exposed channel applied to roof over side windows to direct water away from windows and to cover structural welding. (Also Gutter) Drive 1. Drivetrain - Mechanical components which transmits power from engine to road wheels. 2. Operate a motor vehicle. Drive for Results (Gets job done.) Develops stretch objectives & accepts responsibility for accomplishing them within agreed boundaries. Identifies appropriate processes, which includes prioritizing key issues, directing resources/ developing metrics to measure achievement. Maintains flexibility in involving others/negotiating agreements/breaking down chimneys to achieve optimal, timel results. (Ford Leadership Behavior) Drive Line Universal joints, drive shaft and other parts connecting transmission with driving axles. Drive-Fit Term used when shaft is slightly larger than hole and must be forced in place. driveability Performance of powertrain in a vehicle with respect to human factors. Driveability is typically described in terms of idle quality, shift quality, hesitation, stumble, sag, and shuffle.
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Driveable Model - Drum
Driveable Model Fiberglass body mounted on chassis. Used to evaluate model in motion. Drivers School On-course training for drivers. Consists of time trials, supervised novice racing, discussion periods and critiques. DRL Daytime Running Lights - an electronic module that illuminates the headlights at 80% intensity whenever the ignition is on. DRLD Drilled DRLT Body Side Door Latching Subsystem DRM Drum DRN Drain DRO 1. Drop 2. Digital Read Out Drop Forging A piece of steel shaped between dies while hot. Drop the Hammer ( Drag Racing ) Rapid engagement of clutch. Drop Zones AKA, trailer drop-off areas. Area parallel to aisle, used to drop off a string of tow trailers, or AGV units and trailers. Also found at more LCL docks, perpendicular to the outside wall. Colored green on a layout marked up by MH&PE. DROT Daily Report Of Time DRP Dynamic Rear Proportioning DRP Drip DRT Dirt Drum Brake drum - Circular steel housing onto which brake liners seat on application of brakes.
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DRV - DSCII
DRV 1. Drive 2. Driver DRV/LN Drive Line DRV/SHT Driveshaft DRVLIN DRIVELINE SYSTEM DRVN Driven DRVSHF Driveshaft DRW 1. Dual Rear Wheel 2. Draw 3. Drawer 4. Drawing Dry Charged Batteries A complete battery unit which does not contain liquid electrolyte. Dry Sump Name applies to engines not fitted with conventional oil pan. Oil is fed to and taken from engine and coolant radiators by separate pumps DSC Dynamic Stability Control - a feature offered on Jaguar cars. DSC1 Diagnostic Service Center I DSC2 Diagnostic Service Center II DSCI Diagnostic Service Center I DSCII Diagnostic Service Center II DRYR Dryer DS 1. Design Staff 2. Design Subcommittee 3. Design Studio DS (SAE term - DI) duraspark ignition (distributor ignition) DSC 1. Diagnostic Service Center 2. Design Sub Committee 3. Disc
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DSDD - dst
DSDD "Double-sided, Double-density" DSDRPM Desired Engine Speed DSE District Service Engineer DSG Designation DSI Design Strategy Image DSL Diesel DSM dealer service module DSO 1. Dealer Special Order 2. Dynamic System Optimization 3. Dealer Select Option 4. Domestic Special Order 5. Dealer Serviced Option DSO Distict Sales Office DSOD DISODERIZER DSOS Dealer Service Operations Support DSR Daily Sales Rate dst Detroit Suburban Traffic - a brake test that is used to assess brake roughness (vibration) caused by highway speed off-brake effect (Disc Thickness Variation Generation). DSPNR Dispenser DSPRS 1. Disperse 2. Dispersed 3. Dispersion DSPN 1. Dispense 2. Dispensing DSPLY Display DSP 1. Digital Signal Processing 2. Dearborn Stamping Plant 3. Diagnostic Service Planning 4. Dealership System/Service Provider
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DST - DTRL
DST 1. Dearborn Steel Tube Industries, Incorporated (Prototype and Show Car Builders) 2. Dust DSTN Double Super Twisted Nematic DSTR 1. Distribute 2. Distributed 3. Distributing 4. Distribution 5. Distributor DT Date DT&D Development Tasks & Durations, same as "Test Events" as used in Test Planning and DVP&R Processes DTC 1. Diagnostic Trouble Code 2. Driveability Test Center (Dunton) 3. Danou Technical Center DTCT 1. Detect 2. Detected 3. Detecting 4. Detector 5. Detective DTRL Day time running lamps/lights DTP 1. Department of Transport 2. Desk Top Publishing DTNT Detent DTNTR 1. Detonate 2. Detonator 3. Detonation dtd Dock to dock time DTE 1. Distance to Empty 2. Data Terminal Equipment DTFU Door Trim F Up DTI delta time input DTL Detail DTM Diagnostic Test Mode
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DTRM - Dumb Terminal
DTRM 1. Determine 2. Determination 3. Determinate DTRS Digital Transmission Range Sensor DTS Durability Tracking Study - An annual study, currently of one- to 10-year-old cars and light trucks, used to determine TGW/1000 and customer satisfaction. The Durability Tracking Study is used to measure progress to achieve the NAAO Customer Satisfaction Imperative. The study is published in July. DTS Dynamometer Test Specification Durability Test - A test for a part or assembly which shows whether or how well a part or assembly performs a function through a repeated number of cycles. dtv brake "Disc Thickness Variation" DU Dual Dual Fuel Engine An engine equipped to operate on two different fuels such as gasoline and LPGas. Dual Ignition Two sets of ignition apparatus. (Two distributors or magnetos, two coils, two sets of ignition wires, two sets of spark plugs, etc.) Dual Master Cylinder Primary unit consisting of two sections for displacing fluid under pressure in a split hydraulic brake system. Dual Reduction Axle A drive axle construction with two sets of pinions and gears, either of which can be used. DUCE duty cycle expander chip DUM Dummy Dumb Terminal A display terminal without processing capability and entirely dependent on the main computer for processing.
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Durability - DVC
Durability A special type of reliability which has the probability that a component, subsystem, and/or system will perform its intended function satisfactorily without requiring overhaul or rebuild due to wearout during its projected service life. Durability (Perseveres despite hardship.) Stays the course to achieve agreed upon objectives, even in ambiguous and complex situations. Shows tenacity in securing and using resources to achieve desired results. Maintains focus, intensity and persistence, even under adversity. (Ford Leadership Behavior) Dusey (also Doosie and Doozey) Nickname for Duesenberg cars; i.e., 'It's a Dusey!' Synonym for superlative quality or performance. DUT device under test DV Directional Valve. Also known as Directional Control Valve. DV (Design Verification) Design Verification (DV) is the act of determining the vehicle environment and testing and evaluation to assure the adequacy of the design to the vehicle environment and for final release to production. Design Verification results are the basis for Engineering Sign-Off. Design Verification tests will not be included in Engineering Specifications (ES), they can, however, be the basis for ES-test but with reduced severity. DV&PR Design Verification and Product Reliability DV-32 Designation for the legendary 32 valve Stutz cars. DVA 1. Design Verification & Assembly 2. Dimensional Variation Analysis DVC Design Verification Catalogue DVC Divorce
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DVI - DXF
DVI Digital Video Interleaved (Intel CODEC format) DVM Design Verification Method DVOM Digital Volt Ohm Multimeter DVP Design Verification Plan - Plan to verify component/system design to functional intent. DVP&R Design Verification Plan and Report Program/product oriented structured system to determine verification test requirements for a new or modified part, component or system. The resulting "yellow book" is then maintained to plan, schedule and record results of this testing. DVPSOR Design Verification Plan and Sign Off Report DVR 1. Design Verification Report 2. Deutscher Verkehrssicherheits-Rat (German Council for Traffic Safety) DVTL Dovetail DW Design Weight DWE Direct Warranty Entry Dwell Period See CAM Angle DWL Dowel DWN Down DWNSH Downshift DWTS Dealer Warranty Trends System DXF Document eXchange Format DVT 1. Divert 2. Diverter DVS Design Verification Specification DVT design verification test
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DY - Dynamometer
DY Dysprosium DYN DYNAMIC/ITE/MO/MOMETER Dynamic Control Planning ( DCP ) Dynamic Control Planning (DCP) is a process that links quality tools to build robust control plans. It strategically uses elements like flow charts, FMEAs and control plans together, rather than separately, in a whole systems approach to planning. See the Stategy of Dynamic Control Planning Training and Reference Manual 1997. Dynamic Link Library ( DLL ) A Windows program that contains functions that other programs can call, and resources (such as icons) that other programs can use, or both. Unlike a standard programming library whose functions are linked into an application when the application's code is complied, an application that uses functions in a DLL links those functions at runtime. A DLL contains code that can be shared among multiple application, thereby saving memory space. Dynamo A generator of electricity. Dynamometer A machine for measuring power produced by an internal combustion engine.
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E&SE - EABI
E&SE Environmental & Safety Engineering E&T Education and Training - Area responsible for developing dealership sales consultant training materials, training seminars (FMI) and company employee training. E-Coat Electrocoat Paint E-Roll Executive Roll E-TRANS any electronically controlled transmission E-W East-West Orientation (Transverse Engine) E-Z Pit signal for 'Take it easy, your position is secure.' E/D/CONT Electronic Draft Control E/E Electrical and Electronics E/MAG Electro Magnetic E/MECH Electro Mechanical E/S Economy / Sport E4OD electronically controlled four speed overdrive transmission EA 1. External Affairs 2. Energy Absorbing -Bumpers3. Each EABI embedded applicable binary interface E/G/R EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATING E/H/D EXTRA HEAVY DUTY E/L Engineering Letter E/E/C ENGINE ELETRONIC CONTROL
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EAC - EAROM
EAC Employee Application Committee EAIG European automotive initiative group (in Germany) EAM EAIR electronic air management EAMM electronic air management monitor EAP Employee Assistance Program EAP electronic air pump EAP Essex Aluminum Plant Early Sourcing ( ES ) Identification/confirmation of suppliers to support targets cascading process. Includes Phase 1, 2 and 3 suppliers. Early Sourcing results in selection of the supplier for the program. Early Sourcing Process A process intended to select production suppliers at the beginning of the product development process and utilized their expertise in part design to improve part quality and maximize supplier manufacturing efficiencies. The production supplier will become part of the team-based approach to managing vehicle design with Affordable Targets. Early Sourcing Target Agreement Package (ESTA Package) Signed Early Sourcing Target Agreement with completed statement of work, system/subsystem design specification, and detailed workplan attached. EAROM Electrically Alterable Read-Only Memory - Similar to or synonymous with EEPROM, but no longer in common use.
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EARS - EBE
EARS Early Accelerated Reporting System - A road test program conducted primarily during the launch of a new product designed to provide quick feedback of potential problems so that early production fixes can be made in a timely manner. Drive evaluations are in the 500-600 mile range to simulate customer one month-in-service use. EAS 1. Electronically Controlled Air Spring Suspension 2. Exhaust Air Supply - A source of additional oxygen for the thermactor system. EASA Electrical Apparatus Service Association - An association of businesses who service and repair electrical equipment. EASI Engineering And Supply Information A computerized on-line part information system; has the ability to cross-reference and index part information including supplier, release and process operations. EB EBY Brelian EBC electronic engine control bus controller EBCDIC Extended Binary Coded Decimal Interchange Code - A system using eight binary bits to represent a single character. Commonly used on IBM mainframes. EBD Electronic Brake Force Distribution EBE Exhaust Brake Enable (Diesel) EATC Electronic Automatic Temperature Control EATM European Automotive Test Manual EATP European Automotive Test Procedure EAV Estimated Actual Volume
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EBI - ECE
EBI external bus interface EBP Exhaust Back Pressure (Diesel) EBS Emergency Broadcast System - A system used by the Federal Government to inform the masses of impending doom. EC 1. Emission Control 2. Engine Control 3. European Community (European Economic Community) ECA (SAE term - PCM) Electronic Control Assembly (powertrain control module) ECAD-I electronically controlled accessory drive input ECAD-O electronically controlled accessory drive output ECAF Electronic Communications Access Facility ECDB European Currency DataBase ECE Economic Commission for Europe (Part of U.N.) ECAN Extended Controller Area Network ECAS European Cost Accounting System ECC Error Correction Code ECC 1. Engineering Computer Center 2. Engineering Concern Control 3. Eccentric Eccentric One circle within another circle not having same center. ECCS Electronic & Computer Control Systems ECAFE European Corporate Average Fuel Economy
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ECEM - Economic Profit Margin
ECEM Engineering Computer Equipment Management ECF Enhanced Connectivity Facilities ECL Engine Coolant Level ECL Indicator Engine Coolant Level Indicator ECLN Econoline ECM 1. Electrochemical Machining 2. Engine Control Module - There is no electronic transmission control. 3. Electronics Control Modules (nodes on serial DCS) ECM (SAE term - PCM) engine control module (powertrain control module) ECMA European Computer Manufacturers Association ECO Engineering Change Order ECO European Credit Operations ECON Economizer Economic Espionage Act ( EEA ) The Federal Economic Espionage Act (EEA) was passed in October 1996 and criminalizes the theft or misappropriation of trade secrets. Economic Profit Margin The relationship between economic profit and revenue, expressed in terms of economic profit as a percentage of variable revenue. It can be used to measure the profitability of additional sales. ECN 1. Engineering Computer Network 2. Economic Commission for Europe Regulations.
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Economics - ECTAVI
Economics The cost increase/decrease from changes in the general cost level for labor, material, and freight resulting primarily from inflation (or deflation). Usually includes the effect of negotiated savings and operating exchange. Economizer A device intalled in a carburetor to control amount of fuel used under certain conditions. Economy Run Performance trial, usually organized according to engine displacement wherein a premium is placed on the most efficient miles-per-gallon performance. ECOTEC Emissions Consumption Optimization Technology ECP Extended Capabilities Port ECPA Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 1986 ECPL Energy Control and Power Lockout ECR Engineering Change Request ECS Electronic Control Systems - now PCT ECS engine crank switch ECS Engineering Change Summary - a report issued to KD Assemblers describing latest planned changes ECS 1. Engineering Control Systems 2. Engineering Computer Systems ECT Engine Coolant Temperature ECT Sensor Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor ECT Switch Engine Coolant Temperature Switch ECTAVI Estimated Cost Transmittal Approved Vehicle Item - A tally of key part variable costs, expected versus actual.
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ECTI - EDI
ECTI Engine Coolant Level Indication ECU Electronic Control Unit. The computer control module in an ABS system. ECU (SAE term - PCM) Electronic Control Unit (powertrain control module) ED 1. Engine Division 2. Electronics Division 3. Enterprise Drive 4. Engineering Deviation EDA 1. Engineering Data Analysis (statistics) 2. Exploratory Data Analysis (software) - Presents revealing graphical representations of data, so humans can more easily see the underlying factors in huge datasets. EDAP Employee Development & Assistance Program EDC Executive Development Center http://www.edc.ford.com (New name: Leadership Development Center - LDC) EDF electro drive fan - for EEC-IV cooling control EDF (SAE term - FC) Electro Drive Fan EDFM LFCM electro drive fan monitor (low speed) EDG Edge EDGS Electrical Design Graphical System EDI 1. Engineering Design Information 2. Electronic Data Interchange - Sets up electronic communication lines for order placement and price confirmation between CPARS and the supplier; a protocol for the electronic exchange of data and documents. EDE Electrical Design Entry (schematic capture tool) EDC Executive Development Center
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EDI - EEC-IV
EDI Edison Assembly Plant EDIS Electronic Distributorless Ignition System EDM Electrical Discharge Machining EDMS Engineering Document Management System EDO RAM Extended Data Out Ram = A type of dynamic RAM chip with performance that approaches static RAM. It increases speed by overlapping certain internal operations. EDP Electronic Data Processing EDS ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION AND ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM EDSR Electronic Dealer Service Report EDTS electronic development tracking system EEC Engine Electronic Control EEC-IV electronic engine control IV module EEC Engineering Excellence Committee Education Management System (EMS) Four component system being developed by the Human Resources Information Systems Executive Committee (HRISEC) for the purposes of tracking and planning job skill training needs. EDV ewig drohendes versagen EDV Electronic Design Vault EDV Elektronische Daten Verarbeitung EE Engineering Estimate EEA Employee and External Affairs
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EEC-V - EESS
EEC-V Electronic Engine Control Fifth Generation EECE Engine Electronic Controls Engineering Department EED Electrical and Electronics Division EEE Engine and Electrical Engineering Building (Triple E) EEEC enhanced electronic engine control EEGR Electronic Control of Exhaust Gas Recirculation EEME Export & Emerging Markets Engineering eempe Export & Emerging Market Product Engineering EEO Equal Employment Opportunity EESS Electrical / Electronic Systems Specification EESEO Electrical Electronics Systems Engineering Office EEP Emergency Evacuation Plan EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory) A memory chip that doesn't need power to hold its content. It needs more voltage for erasure than usual. EEPROM Electrically Eraseable/Programmable ROM EEPROM PROG electrically erasable programmable ROM programming EESE Electrical & Electronics Systems Engineering EEOC Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
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EEVC - EFTS
EEVC European Experimental Vehicle Committee Effective Date - Specific calender date mandated by engineering for the incorporation of a change into production and applied to an engineering change notice. EFE 1. Early Fuel Evaporation 2. Fuel Evaporation Heater Switch EFF 1. Effect 2. Effected 3. Effective Effect A result brought about by the Root Cause of a problem. Synonymous with the Problem Statement. Effective Point Code identifying the engineering recommendation for the incorporation of a change into production and applied to each part usage condition code or next assembly reference EFG Engineering Fixture Gage EFH Electrical and Fuel Handling EFTA European Free Trade Association Consists of seven countries: Austria, Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway, Finland, Switzerland, and Sweden. Now part of the EEA (European Economic Area) and accept the EEC Directives. EFTS Vehicle Electronic Features System EFRT Effort EFT Engine Fuel Temperature Sensor (used to measure engine fuel temperature in a fuel rail; signal is used by the PCM). EFM Electronic Fuel Metering EFHD Electrical and Fuel Handling Division EFI (SAE term - MFI) electronic fuel injection (multiport fuel injection) EFIS Engineering Financial Information System
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EGA - EGR Valve
EGA EGR actuator EGA Enhanced Graphics Adaptor (a type of computer display that predated VGA) EGC EGR control EGC electronic governor control Egg Crate Complex grille work of intersecting planes. Utilized when more depth is required than can be obtained by stamping. EGI exhaust gas igniter EGL Electro Galvanizing Lines EGO Exhaust Gas Oxygen EGO-2 Second Input of Stereo Exhaust Gas Oxygen Sensor: Stereo EGO uses two exhaust sensors, one for each exhaust tract of V-type engine. EGO2 exhaust gas oxygen (dual) EGR Exhaust Gas Recirculation; Exhause Gas Recirculating EGR Backpressure Transducer Exhaust Gas Recirculation Backpressure Transducer EGR Diagnostic Valve Exhaust Gas Recirculation Diagnostic Valve EGR TVV Exhaust Gas Recirculation Thermal Vacuum Valve EGR Vacuum Regulator Solenoid Exhuast Gas Recirculation Vacuum Regulator Solenoid EGR Vacuum Regulator Valve Exhaust Gas Recirculation Vacuum Regulator Valve EGR Valve Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve EGPAS European General Product Acceptance Specifications
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EGR Valve Control - EIA
EGR Valve Control Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Control EGR Valve Position Sensor Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Position Sensor EGR-SO Exhaust Gas Recirculation Shut-Off EGRC Exhaust Gas Recirculation Control EGRPS Electric EGR Position Sensor EGRSNS EGR sense (capability of EGR flow detection EGRT Exhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature EGRT Sensor Exhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor EGRV exhaust gas recirculation vent (solenoid) EGT exhaust gas temperature sensor EHC electrically heated catalyst EHC exhaust heat control EHC Exhaust Heat Crossover EHD Extra Heavy Duty EHPAS Electro- Hydraulic Power Assisted Steering EHPS electric power steering EI 1. Electronic Ignition 2. Employee Involvement 3. End Item EI System Electronic Ignition System EIA Electronic Industries Association
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EIC - ELCOMP
EIC Electronic Instrument Cluster EIR Emissions Information Report EIS Engineering Information System EISA Extended Industry Standard Architecture (type of bus found in computers) EIVC Early Intake Valve Closing EJA Engineering Job Authorisation EJCT 1. Eject 2. Ejection 3. Ejector EKB - Enterprise Knowledge Base Enterprise Knowledge Base - A centralized web-based system for storing information of business value on the Ford Intranet. Provides users with document management, publishing, and retrieval capabilities. EL 1. Electro-luminescent (display) 2. Engineering Letter EL/LUM 1. Electroluminese 2. Electroluminesent EL/VAC Electrical & Vacuum Systems (Activity) ELA European Legislative Average (fuel economy) Elapsed Time Time in seconds and fractions required to cover the 1320-foot drag racing distance. (Milli-second electronic timers start when car leaves starting line and stops when it crosses finish line.) Elastom Elastomric ELB Elbow ELCGAU Electrical Power Supply Guage/Warning Light Subsystem ELCOMP Electrical Components
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ELCTR - Electronic CFI System
ELCTR Electro ELD 1) Engine Laboratories Department 2) Electronics Divison ELE 1. Electric 2. Electrical ELECT European Launch and ChangeTiming System electromagnetic compatibility ELECT European Launch and Engineering Change Timing System ELECT ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM Electric Welding Welding by using an electric current to melt both metal (work) and welding rod, or electrode. ELECTRO Electrolyte Electrode ( s ) Metal finger in spark plug(s) between which electrical ignition spark travels. Electrolyte A mixture of sulphuric acid and distilled water used in storage batteries of wet type. Electromagnet A coil of insulated wire wound around an iron rod (or series of rods) will magnetize it when an electric current is passed through wire. Example: a solenoid magnet. Electron That portion of an atom which carries a negative charge of electricity. Electronic Pertaining to the flow of electricity through semiconductors, valves and filters, in contrast with the free flow of current through simple conductors. Electronic CFI System Electronic Continuous Fuel Injection System
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Electronic EC - Eliminated
Electronic EC Electronic Engine Control Electronic Library A collection of logically organized books relevant to Ford processes that facilitates the convenient enterprisewide retrieval of information that is guaranteed to be reliable and secure. It is intended to provide a single point of entry to electronically stored information for people throughout FAO. Electronic mail (E-mail) Electronic information that can be sent to one or more destinations around the world. Electronic Publishing Providing information in electronic form online for readers or subscribers. It also includes the publication of databases on floppy disk and CD-ROM. Electronics The branch of science and technology relating to the conduction and control of electricity flowing through semiconducting materials or through vacuum or gases. ELEM 1. Element 2. Elementary Element One set of positive battery plates and one set of negative plates, complete with separators and assembled together. ELETR Electronic ELETRD Electrode Elevation Two-dimensional drawing of vehicle viewed from front, side or rear. ELF 1. Extra Low Frequency 2. Extremely Low Frequency ELHCAT Electronically Heated Catalyst ELIM Eliminate Eliminated Beaten in a drag race.
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Elliott Steering Knuckle - EMER
Elliott Steering Knuckle Type of axle in which ends of axle beam straddle spindle. ELLV Electric Long Life Vehicle. See LLV. ELM Electronic Load Module ELSTC Elastic ELT Electronic Thermostat ELTHRCON Electronic Throttle Control System ELTSTC Electrostatic ELV 1. Elevator 2. Elevate 3. Elevatorion EMA Engine Manufacturers Association EMER Emergency EMAT ElectroMagnetic Acoustic Transducer EMB Emblem Emblem Decorative part used for identification. (See Crest) EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility email - Electronic mail ( aka e-mail ) - An Internet service that allows you to send electronic messages to one or more destinations around the world. EMASL Engineering Materials Approved Source List - Defines Product Engineering Materials which have been toxicologically assessed by the Toxicology activity and approved by Materials Engineering. The materials are shown in the Approved Source List with Specification Number, Supplier Names, Product Designations, etc.
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Emergency Response Action (ERA) - Emission Certification Vehicle
Emergency Response Action (ERA) An action taken to isolate customers from a symptom before an 8D is initiated (D0 Action ). EMF 1. Electromotive Force or Voltage 2. Electromagnetic Field EMI 1. Electromagnetic Interference 2. Engineering Manufacturing Interface EMIIS Engineering and Manufacturing Integrated Information System Emission Control Component Check List - List which identifies for each affected system those components and component parameters that may affect the emission performance and certification of our products. The list provides the initiator of a Product Change, Deviation, Acceptance Standard, Repair Standard or Product Action After Certification Application with a control document for determining whether or not a component or parameter change may affect the emission performance and certification status of the product. Emission Certification Vehicle A vehicle that has been approved by the Certification Program Department, AEFEO, for mileage accumulation. This includes b th emissions data vehicle (4,000) miles and durability data vehicles (50,000) miles.
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Emission Related Items - EMR
Emission Related Items Emission Related Items are parts and assemblies designated by Car and Truck Engineering as affecting compliance with the relevant Vehicle Emission Regulations. These parts and assemblies are identified on Drawings and Engineering Specifications by an appropriate note. Emissions Any gaseous, radiation or noise effects the product may have on the environment. In particular these are - o Exhaust Emissions o Crankcase Emissions o Evaporative Emissions o High Altitude o Fuel Economy o Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) o Radio Electromagnetic Radiation o Fuel Filler Vapour Recovery Noise o Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC). EMM Expanded Memory Manager Emphasis Build A slow build of prototypes units that emphasizes problem identification. Problems are broken down into four areas for corrective actions: product, design process, tool process, and part process issues. Employment Services ( GIS1 ) All matters relating to the documentation of employment. It may contain resumes, applications, studies, requisitions, postings, succession plans, etc. EMPRESS Europ. Management of Parts Replenishm. & Enriched Supply Systems EMPRF Existing Market Product Request Form EMPT Empty Empty Rack Storage Includes shipping dept. storage, all inside storage of empty returnable containers. EMR electronic control modification request EMR engineering modification report
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EMS - Enderles
EMS 1. Electronic Mail System 2. Energy Management System 3. Expanded Memory Specification (type of computer memory) 4. Engine Monitoring System 5. Emission EMSPM European Metric Standard Parts Manual EMTG Emitting EMU Energy Management Unit EMUL 1. Emulsion 2. Emulsionsify Emulsion A milk-like viscous mixture of two liquids. EN-BLOC Refers to cylinder block of an engine cast in one section. Enabler A resource or capability that makes a new design process feasible. It can be in the form of Process, Technology, or Organizational Enablers. ENCL 1. Enclose 2. Enclosure ENCOM Environmental Compliance System Engineering Design Standards ENCPLSN Encapsulation Encryption The coding of data for security purposes over a computer network such as the internet. Enderles Fuel injection system manufactured by Enderle Injector Company. ENCD Encoder ENACT Engineering Application of Computer Technology ENAM Enamel Enamel A combination of varnish and coloring pigment, sometimes heated during or after application to provide a hard surface.
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ENER - Engineering Financial Information System
ENER 1. Energy 2. Energize 3. Energing Energy Capacity for doing work. ENG Engine ENGA 1. Engage 2. Engagment ENGCRK Engine Starting and Charging Engine Prime source of power generated to propel a vehicle. Engine A specialized processor or software that performs a highly repetitive, primary function such as a database engine. ENGINE ENGINE SYSTEM Engine Displacement Sum of piston displacement of all engine cylinders. See Piston Displacement Engineering Advance Information Issued by the PEO to purchasing and/or Manufacturing prior to design completion of a part to provide basic design data, material specifications, overall dimensions and other pertinent information required for specific Manufacturing actions. Engineering Costs Program specific engineering includes: prototype material and testing costs, program specific personnel costs, and other material costs for part testing and proveout. Engineering Financial Information System EFIS is an engineering planning tool. It is the integration of a common vision between engineering and finance. The final product is the outcome of a cooperative venture between Engineering, Finance and Information Systems.
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Engineering Job - Engineering Material Specifications (ES-M)
Engineering Job Consists of: final part release complete (WERS production authority), 99% confidence that all targets (QCWF, etc) are met, 99% confidence in nontunable items, 95% confidence in tunable items, tunable items restricted to a specific limited list, tunable items are only those items that cannot be fully proven out on CAE/RIG/APs, detailed CAD data available, supporting CAE data (if applicable), high manufacturing feasibility and process confidence, high assembly feasibility and process, FCSD evaluation and process, CP systems specifications issued, CP SDSs issued, system/subsystem/component, FMEAs completed, DVP&R completed except for CPs confirmation & certification, weldin data (end item as well as final assembly, if applicable), sealing data (if applicable), all materials identified. Engineering Material Specifications (ES-M) Engineering Material Specifications define technical requirements for Product Engineering Materials to control function, endurance, performance, chemical, physical and mechanical properties and identify or describe approved test methods for determining conformance with such requirements. Composition, processing and manufacturing requirements are not included unless necessary to define functions. Engineering Material Specifications describe the material itself as opposed to a component. As such the properties of the material can be determined on a section or piece of a component or on a test specimen processed similarly to the affected component. An Engineering Material Specification will only be established when a suitable Industry Standard (ISO, SAE, ASTM, DIN, BS, JIS, RAL, etc.) is not available.
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Engineering Restricted Source Parts - Engineering Test ( ES-TEST )
Engineering Restricted Source Parts Are parts which must be procured from Suppliers with proven technical capability (eg brake pipes). All Suppliers shown on the SDL for this category of part will be production sources for the program. Prototype parts must be procured from one of these Suppliers. Engineering Sign Off The final design, development, and manufacturing sign-off of complete vehicle objectives -- all design, development, and manufacturing work completed. Engineering Sketch ( ESK ) Engineering Specification (ES) Is a document released by Product Engineering, containing information necessary to define and/or determine the acceptance of a part or assembly. It is in written form and accompanied by drawings and graphs and issued in conjunction with and as an extension of an Engineering Drawing, but excludes details of the material(s) from which the parts are made. The ES provide direction to Manufacturing, Supply and Quality Control activities and are used to validate initial production (Production Validation (PV)-tests and In-Process (IP)-tests) and to monitor production. Engineering Test ( ES-TEST ) An Engineering Test is a specific test designed to directly assess the functional and/or durability characteristics to assure that the production part meets the design intent. The engineering test is specified by Product Engineering and shown in the subject Engineering Specifiction (ES) under the appropriate headings of Production Validation (PV) and InProcess Testing (IP).
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Engineering Weight - ENV
Engineering Weight Is the normal weight of a new or changed part, assembly, sub-system or system as designed. This weight may be calculated from the part drawing, estimated on the basis of prototype sample weights, adjusted where necessary, to account for dimensional deviations of the samples within acceptable tolerances or be an actual weight (e.g. sheet metal thickness of prototype body-in-white parts may be on its maximum tolerance limits, giving weights unrepresentative of what would be expected for the parts in production). Engineering Workstations Refers to the different UNIX-based workstations used at Ford. ENGR 1. Engineer 3. Engineeing engrg engineering ENGTRN Powertrain Mounts ENL engine load ENRICH 1. Enrich 2. Enrichment ENT 1. Enter 2. Entry Enterprise Refers to the size or scale of an application which supports a large number of concurrent users, executes in a heterogeneous environment, accesses large databases, manages corporate data, takes advantage of transaction processing, and is constructed using larger development teams. Enterprise Model Business organization model intended to highlight key elements of success. ENTITY an ENTITY describes the major features of a vehicle including engine, transmission, bodystyle, series and for trucks, axle type and wheelbase ENV 1. Envelop 2. Envelope 3. Enveloping
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EnVC - EOBD
EnVC Environmental Vehicle Center. Formerly Alternative Fuel Vehicle Center (AFVC). envelope The parametric surface that establishes the boundary within which a component or system functionally operates. Environmental & Toxicology Regulation Statement Document issued by the Toxicology activity of Industrial Relations, Product Development which gives information regarding confirmed mandatory law covering environmental and/or toxicological aspects. Environmental Control ( ORG ) Environmental Control - Plant Engineering Ford of Germany and/or Environmental Control - Plant Engineering Ford of Britain Environmental Review Environmental Review - Review of the material and the application process to determine any potential impact on the environment - air and/or water pollution and waste disposal. On the basis of its chemical characteristics, volumes and locations of application, recommendations will be provided for treatment, treatment systems, disposal and in-plant control. ENVRMNT 1. Environment 2. Environmental ENVRN ENVIRON EOAT End Of Arm Tooling - end effector on a robot EOB End of Block: character representing the end of a sequence or block of information or data. EOBD European On Board Diagnostics
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EOF - EPC
EOF End of File - character representing the end of a file. Typically a Ctrl-Z character appended to the end of a Text file. EOL 1. End-Of-Line Emissions 2. End of Line EON Enhanced Other Network EOS executive operating system EOS electronical over-stress EOSC external crystal oscillator EOT Engine Oil Temperature sensor EP 1. Evaluation Prototype 2. Engineering Prototype 3. Extended Play EPC electronic pressure control (electronic throttle valve) EPC Exhaust Port Closes EPAT Encrypted Passive Anti Theft EPAS Electric Power Assist Steering EPACT (National) Energy Policy Act EPA Environmental Protection Agency ep endorsed print ep Engineering Practices. EP Externally Purchased - applies to production parts which are purchased from external suppliers(vendors) [the alternative are parts produced within Ford ie in-house]
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EPC-CLK - EPPIS
EPC-CLK electronic pressure control clock EPC-DA electronic pressure control data output EPCN Engineering Production Change Notice EPCN European Product Change Notice EPCOCM electronic pressure control over current monitor EPCSNS electronic pressure control sense EPD Engine Performance Development (Department N416) EPD300 Product Development Code Procedure Can be accessed via the INFO menu point 3. EPDIS European Product Development Information System EPP Enhanced Parallel Port EPPIS European Pre-Production Information System EPMT Engine Program Module Team: This team serves to facilitate design and development direction. EPO Exhaust Port Opens EPJD Eidgenoessisches Polizei & Justiz Department (Swiss Police & Justice Department) EPME Engine Product and Manufacturing Engineering epic Ergonomically Prioritised Interior Concept - Used for interior reach zones EPDM Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (Injection Molded Thermo-set Flexible Plastic) EPIC Effective Program Implementation Committee
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EPPS - EQV
EPPS European Purchasing for Production & Service EPR 1. Engineering Planning Report 2. Expenditures Product Revue EPR Ethylene-propylene copolymer rubber material with good insulating properties EPRI Electric Power Research Institute EPROM Electrically Programmable ROM EPS Electronic Power Steering EPT (SAE term - PFE) exhaust pressure transducer input (pressure feedback EGR) EQ Equipment EQL Equalizer EQV Equivalent EQUIP Engineering Quality Improvement Programme Education programme for quality skills and people skills for all engineers. EQUIPMENT AVAILABILITY Equipment availability is affected by equipment failure, changeovers, idling/short stops, reduced speed, process defects, and reduced yield. Equity The investment by shareholders in the Company, including retained earnings (earnings not paid as dividends). Equal to net worth. The net worth of a business, consisting of capital stock, capital (or paid-in) surplus, earned surplus (or retained earning), and, occasionally, certain net worth reserves.
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ER - EROS
ER 1. Engineering Release - The release of a part into the WERs system. It includes the part function and usage record. WERs does not feed the release to the support systems until the part is released with production authority. 2. Executive Roll Engineering Release 3. Erbium ERAT European Recycling Action Team works together with the US-RAT to increase the use of recycled material used in Ford vehicles. ERBP electronic rear brake proportioner ERC Environmental Research Consortium ERD engineering request document ERDA Energy Research and Development Administration ERES European Receipt Evaluation System EROS European Releasing On-line System ERMM European Records Management Manual ES-Test Indicator. The ES-test indicator is an indicator entered by the responsible Component Engineer in field 0555 of the Source Document and printed out on the Bill of Material and the Release Ticket which shows against each item "Y = Yes - Engineering tests are required and an Engineering Component Specification (ES) has been/will be issued" or "N = None - No Engineering tests are required". ERF Electrorheological Fluid ERFS Electronic Returnless Fuel System ERG Employee Resource Group ERM ENVIROMENTAL MANAGER REPRESENTATIVE
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Error - Error States
Error Any deviation from a specified manufacturing process. Errors can be made by machines or people and can be caused by previous errors that have occurred. While an error may not produce a defect, all defects are created by errors. When errors are eliminated, defects will not be created. [Duncan, William L., Total Quality Key Terms and Concepts, 1995 definition: Act or instance of deviation from unexpected procedures or methods of work that results in defects, scrap, rework, waste, injuries, or any non-value-adding natural consequence.] Error Proofing A group-based improvement strategy that is targeted at eliminating defects, errors, and equipment abnormalities in production processes before they occur. Error Proofing is part of In Station Process Control. Using Error Proofing techniques to stabilize equipment impacts FPS Measurables positively. For instance, Error Proofing reduces scrap, reruns, retests, and returns. Error Proofing imprves First Time Through and customer satisfaction. ERROR PROOFING 7 STEPS 1) Identify and describe the defect; 2) Determine where the defect is made/discovered; 3) Detail the current standard procedure; 4) Identify deviations from standard; 5) Identify the Red Flag conditions(s) where the defect occurs; 6) Identify the type of Error Proofing device required to prevent the error or defect; 7) Create device(s) and test(s) for effectiveness. ERROR PROOFING DEVICE Simple and inexpensive methods used to prevent errors about to occur, or detect errors that have already occured. Some examples of Error Proofing devices are: guide or reference rod, template, limit or microswitch, counter, odd-part-out method, sequence restriction, standardization, critical condition detector, delivery chute, stopper/gate, and sensors. Error States Unwanted outputs/side effects from a system leading to degradation of desired function appearing as TGW, R/1000 concerns.
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Error-proofing - Escape
Error-proofing A technique that uses simple and inexpensive methods to prevent errors about to occur or detect errors and defects that have occurred. ERS Evaluated Receipts System ERT Erect ERTZ Electronic Return To Zero ES Engineering Specifications - Documents containing necessary information for suppliers to produce or evaluate parts and are usually issued in conjunction with engineering drawings. ES&H Environment, Safety and Health ESC 1. Electronic Spark Control 2. Electronic Search Cassette 3. Escutcheon ESC Extended Service Contract ESC electronic steering committee ESCALIBOR Electronic Spark Control Calibrator Escape A control system failure that allowed advancement of sub-standard product or service. ESA Engine System Assessment ES-M Engineering Material Specifications Documents which describe a product material and define its technical requirements which control function, endurance, performance, physical, and mechanical properties. They contain approved test methods for determinin conformance with such requirements for that material.
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Escape Path - ESI
Escape Path The flow of the product / process initiating at the causal point(s) and ending when the product / process is declared to be okay. Escape Point The earliest location in the process, closest to the root cause, where the problem should have been detected, but was not. Escutcheon Exposed panel or part used to retain, or to hide retention of another part; i.e., keyhole, door release, or window crank. ESD 1. Electrostatic Discharge 2. Engineering Society of Detroit ESDB European Supplier Data Base ESDD Engineering Systems Development Department ESDI Enhanced Small Disk Interface ESES Environmental and Safety Engineering Staff ESI Early Supplier Involvement - The process by which two or more suppliers of competing technology are brought on board to work with the team until it is decided which technology is best for the program. Sourcing of the chosen supplier is then confirmed through the ESTA package at Phase 1, 2, or 3 timing as appropriate for the system, subsystem, or component. ESI is to be used on an exception basis since most suppliers/technologies are identified in commodity business plans. ESE 1) Electrical Systems Engineering; 2) Environmental Safety Engineering ESER Engineering Sample Evaluation Report - functional approval of an individual component of an end item. For example, approval of a commutator, but not the entire fuel pump with the commutator.
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ESM - ESS (Environmental Stress Screening)
ESM Engineering Specifications Materials ESM Engineering Support Manager (Vehicle Center) - Manages resource requirements for all vehicle programs within a vehicle center (simultaneous engineers). Provides dedicated/colocated single point interface to the vehicle center VP, engineering director on all matters related to vehicle operations. ESO European Sales Operations ESO engine shut off solenoid ESO European Sales Operation Engineering Sign-off ESP 1. Early Sourcing Process 2. Extended Service Plan - Maintenance service contract ESPOD Expenses and Services Purchase Order Database ESPP Early Sourcing and Prototype Purchasing (WIPS) ESS 1. Engineering Subsystem Specification 2. Electronic Shift Scheduling 3. Electronic Switching System 4. Environmental Stress Screening ESS (Environmental Stress Screening) A series of tests conducted under environmental stresses to disclose weak parts and workmanship defects for correction. ESRL Electronic Systems Research Laboratory ESPRS Extended Service Plan Reporting System ESPS Extended Service Plan System ESR Expendable Steel Racks ESR Early Sourcing Requisition ESPR Engineering Scheduling and Progress Report System
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Esses - ET103
Esses Winding 'S' turns in road racing circuit. ESSM Electrical System Simulation Model ESSP Employee Support Services Program ESST Engine Support System Technology EST Eastern Standard Time ESTA Early Sourcing Target Agreement - A document (signed by the PMT leader, Finance, Purchasing, and the supplier) that identifies targets and obtains commitment from all team members to work toward achievement of the targets. ESTP EEC STP : 100 degF ACT, 29.875" Hg BP, 200 degF ECT ESV Experimental Safety Vehicle ET103 Enhanced Engine Component Assumption ESW Early Sourcing Workplan = A document that is utilized throughout the product development process (by pre < SI >, the PMTs, Purchasing, the Sourcing Council, and Finance) to identify sources to participate in the targets development process and to document targets supplier manufacturing location, issuance of documents (sourcing confirmation, ESTA pkg, Purchase Orders) and team consensus. ET ( Drag Racing ) See Elapsed Time ET&D Executive Training & Development ET&D Executive Training & Development ET102 Enhanced Engine Subsystem Assumption
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ETA - ETPS
ETA Electric Thermactor Air system - An electric pump provides secondary air to the exhaust system upstream of the catalyst. Operates during the first 20 to 120 seconds engine operation. ETA Estimated Time of Arrival ETAG Engine Teardown Analysis Guide-Contains post-test acceptance criteria for running engine tests. The standards are established using Affordable Targets for quality and historical test data and are subsequently used with PVS acceptance criteria for judging the acceptablitiy of DV, PV, or IP test results. ETC Electronics Technical Center (was formerly called DPTC - Diversified Products Technical Center) ETC Electronic Throttle Control ETC electronic transmission controls ETPS EGR THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR ETM Electronic Throttle Monitor ETP Engineering Test Procedure ETHR Ether Ethyl ( Tetra-Ethyl ) Chemical additive used with gasoline to raise octane rating. Ethylene-Glycol Chemical used in commercial antifreeze mixtures. ETL Electrical Testing Laboratory ETDC Engineering Test & Development Center (for Transmission and Axle Product and Manufacturing Engineering - TAPME) ETH Earth
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ETR - EU/AI5 Drawing
ETR Engine Test Request ETRTO European Tire and Rim Technical Organization ETS Engineering Technology Services ETV Electronic Throttle Valve ETV-CLK Electronic Throttle Valve Clock - Clock signal from EEC CPU that when combined with the data signal (ETVDATA) within a custom microprocessor, provides an output signal that controls the automatic transmission hydraulic pump output pressure, and thus shift firmness and harshness. ETV-Data Electronic Throttle Valve Data Line ETVOCM electronic throttle valve over current monitor ETW Estimated Total Weight ETW Empty Tare Weight EU 1. Engineering Use - Drawing 2. Eropium EU/AI5 Drawing An engineering use/advanced information-5 drawings that authorizes Manufacturing and purchasing to proceed with procurement of tools specifically required for the production of a part. This drawing can also be used for prototype part procurement. EU European Union - formerly the EEC (European Economic Community) or EC (European Community). ETWC Equivalent Test Weight Class
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EU2846 - EV
EU2846 Are documents which outline FMVSS/CMVSS compliance tests and/or engineering judgements and evaluations used in place of tests to support the demonstration of compliance with FMVSS/CMVSS prior to Start Production Process Proveout Programme (S4P). The Compliance Test Plans shall contain the rationale supporting the methods of demonstration selected. EUCAR European Consortium on Automotive Research Euklid Tool cutter path software EUL Extended Useful Life EUROMEC European Mechanised Warranty System - European Economic Community Directives - EEC Directives European General Product Acceptance Specification European General Product Acceptance Specifications (EGPAS) establish uniform design requirements to be met by Engineering and by Design for styling features (including critical items) and/or alignment (including fit/function) of components. This involves the translation of Ford-wide product objectives into specific engineering terminology which identifies limiting factors to which vehicles are to be engineered. EGPAS do not specify how to implement these requirements but they determine by which tests and/or 'jury' evaluation they must be confirmed. NOTE - EGPAS will be replaced by the Corporate Vehicle Requirements Manual (CVRM) in due course. EUROSID EUROpean Side Impact Dummy EUSSE End User Support Services Europe EV Engineering Validation
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EV - EVDB
EV Electric Vehicle EVA 1. Electrohydraulic Valve Actuator 2. Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Evaluative Feedback Telling another team member they have done right or wrong. EVAP Evaporative Emission EVAP Canister Evaporative Emission Canister EVAP Canister Purge Evaporative Emission Canister Purge EVAP System Evaporative Emission System Evaporation Process of changing from a liquid to a vapor. Example: boiling water to produce steam. Evaporation is opposite of condensation. Evaporator Device for turning liquid refrigerant into vapor, causing heat in passenger compartment of vehicle to be absorbed by refrigerant. EVAPS Electron Variable Assist Power Steering EVB evaluation board EVC Exhaust Valve Closes EVCS European Vehicle Cost System EVCT European variable cam timing EVDB Emission Vehicle Data Bookexceptions to EGPAS/CVRM. Exceptions to EGPAS/CVRM are acceptance specifications for a specific product programme not conforming to EGPAS/CVRM. They are approved in the pre programme phase and incorporated on an exception basis, in full, in the Programme Objectives for the specific product.
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EVE - EWN
EVE 1. Electro Vacuum EGR 2. Electric Vehicle Engineering Event A singular or recurring happening that has a measurable, time-phased relationship to other program and/or process activities, and has recognized value. EVLTN evaluation. EVO 1. Electronically Variable Orifice (power steering control) 2. Exhaust Valve Opens EVP 1. EGR Valve Position 2. Executive Vice President 3. Exhaust Valve Pressure (sensor downstream of EGR) 4. Electric Vehicle Partnership (under study) EVP EVAPORATE/OR/IVE/ION EVPS EGR VALVE POSITION SENSOR EWN Early Warning Notification EVR 1. Electronic Voltage Regulator 2. Electronic Vacuum Regulator 3. Early Vehicle Revue EVR-CC constant current electronic vacuum regulator EVR-HC high current electronic vacuum regulator EVR-LC low current electronic vacuum regulator EVS Export Vehicle Scheduling EVSP Electric Vehicle Simulation Program EWI Edison Welding Institute EWIR Emissions Warranty Information Report EWMA Exponentially Weighted Moving Average
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EX - Exhaust Backfire
EX Extra ex works A term used to describe conditions of sale and freight arrangements. It means the commodity/commodities become the buyer's property at the point they leave the seller's works (ie factory or other premises). The usual alternative to 'ex works' is 'delivered terms' EXC Exciter EXCH 1. Exhange 2. Exchanger 3. Exchanging EXCS 1. Excess 2. Excessive EXEC Executive Exempt Materials Exempt Materials are those Product Engineering Materials where hazard concerns do not arise, i.e. dimensional materials for which engineering drawings can be made, where there will be no reforming in development/production/use, e.g. sheet metal, fully polymerised plastics/rubbers etc. Exceptions are such materials as polymer ashtrays, brake hoses, gasket materials, polymer engine components, textile and textile chemicals, fibrous/polymer insulation material, materials that are likely to give rise to dangerous thermal decomposition products and those from which dangerous chemicals could be leached into the environment at disposal - these materials would be classified and treated as dangerous materials. EXH Exhaust Exhaust Backfire An explosion occurring through the exhaust system.
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Exhaust Emissions - Expensed Facilities and Tools
Exhaust Emissions Products of combustion that are discharged through exhaust system of vehicle. Exhaust Gas Analyzer An instrument for determining efficiency with which an engine is burning fuel. Also called combustion analyzer or emissions tester. Exhaust Pipe Pipe connecting engine to muffler to conduct spent gases away from engine. Exhaust Retarder A means to increase an engine's internal pressure for greater deceleration by restricting the exhaust. EXHST EXHAUST SYSTEM Existing Ford Technology Technology which is developed and has not yet been used for a high volume automotive application and, therefore, not proven Ford manufacturing feasible/capable. Existing Technology Industry technology which has been fully developed is manufacturing feasible at a high quality level and is suitable for application on an industrywide basis. EXP 1. Expand 2. Expansion Expansion An increase in size. Example rod is heated, it increases in length and diameter. Expansion is opposite of contraction. Expansion Plug See Freezer Plug Expenditures Also called investment. Includes tooling, facilities, launch and engineering costs related to a new or redesigned component or vehicle. Also includes investment to increase production capacity. Expensed Facilities and Tools Facilities and tools that are recorded as costs in the current period on the Company's financial statements.
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Experimental Parts - External Four-View Drawing
Experimental Parts Experimental Parts are basically intended for testing or development use only, and are not released for production or service. Explicit knowledge Knowledge that can be codified and captured, easily communicated and taught, and electronically transmitted and stored in a database. EXPLN 1. Explain 2. Explaining 3. Explaination Export Credits Financial benefits due to exporting automotive components or vehicles manufactured within certain countries (e.g., Mexico, Brazil, Australia). They often take the form of either a direct tax rebate or an increase on the import ceiling (which allows the Company to import more parts or vehicles and increases total company sales). EXPR 1. Experiment 2. Experimental EXPT Export. EXST 1. Exist 2. Existing EXT 1. Extend 2. Extender 3. Extension EXTC 1. Extract 2. Extracting Extractor Extended Useful Life Light Truck Federal Certification regulation which requires acceptable emission levels throughout the useful life (120,000 miles) of the vehicle. External Activities Activities that can be performed while the machine is running or producing. External time determines how frequently you can change over. If the external time is longer than your shortest run, waiting, or waste occurs. External Four-View Drawing A drawing showing the four external views of a vehicle: side, top, front, and rear.
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EXTG - Eyebrow
EXTG Extinguisher EXTINT external interrupt EXTLGT Exterior Lighting EXTORN Exterior Trim and Ornamentation Subsystem EXTR 1. Exterior 2. External EXTR LOB External Lobed (torx) EXTR TTH LK External Tooth Lock Extreme Pressure Lubricants ( E.P. ) A lubricant to which an ingredient has been added to increase lubricant's ability to withstand high pressures between gear teeth, etc. Eye Ball Establish or evaluate a surface or line by eye without the aid of tools, templates, etc. Eyebrow Cowl or visor above a headlamp, instrument panel or wheel opening. Extreme Pressure Lubricatns (E.P.) A lubricant to which an ingredient has been added to increase lubricant's ability to withstand high pressures between gear teeth, etc. EXTRU 1. Extrude 2. Extruded 3. Extrusion. Extrusion Part or component formed by pushing material (clay, plastic, metal) through a die by pressure; i.e., a molding. EYBLT Eyebolt Eye ( s ) Light beam(s) that start and stop electronic timer(s).
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EYLT - EYLT
EYLT Eyelet
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F - F/WHL
F Fluorine F&D Feasibility & Design F&I Finance and Insurance F&NPP Facilities & Non-Production Purchasing F&T Facility & Tooling F-Head Engine An engine designed with one valve in cylinder block at side of piston and other valve in cylinder head above piston. F/100 Failures per 100 Vehicles F/BLK Fuse Block F/CMVSS Federal & Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards - A set of automotive Safety Standards governing safety requirements for cars and trucks manufactured for sale in the USA and Canada. The standards are enforced by the federal governments of both countries. F/HLDR Fuse Holder F/IDL Fast Idle F/PNL Fuse Panel F/R forward/reverse F/RNG Free Running F/SAF Failsafe F/TOP Folding Top F/W/D Front Wheel Drive F/WHL Free Wheel
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F2K - Facilities Release Drawings
F2K Ford 2000 FAAN Ford African-American Network FAB 1. Fabric 2. Fabricate FAB Ford Argentina and Brazil Fab Chart A combined pictorial and written description of the color, finish, and material specifications of all interior parts. Used as a guide line for trim color development. FAC 1. Face 2. Facing 3. Faced FAC/LIB VECTOR strategy library source/processed FACC Ford Aerospace and Communications Company Facia ( British ) See Instrument Panel FACIL Facilities Facilitator A person who monitors the Team's interaction, gives and asks for descriptive feedback, suggests process and maintenance checks, acts as the team builder and focuses on Team maintenance. Facilities Land, buildings, machinery, and equipment used in the Company's operations. Facilities and Tooling (F&T) Expenditures Spending for both capitalized and expensed facilities and tools. Facilities Release Drawings Drawing and/or electronics representation that includes all major critical dimensions and material specifications. Model line usage is described in enough detail to calculate planning volumes to support the purchase of facilities and equipment. Authorized Use Purchase facilities and long-lead machine tools and equipment, but no final tools peculiar to the design of the part.
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FACT - FAO
FACT Ford Automotive Control Terminology Factory Experimental Limited production car. (Frequently one of a kind.) FACTS Ford Assembly Configuration & Test System FAHR Fahrenheit Fahrenheit (F) A scale of temperature measurement on which, under standard atmospheric pressure, water freezes at 32 deg. and boils at 212 deg. FAIA Ford Asian Indian Association - one of Ford's officially-recognized employee resource groups. FAIL Failure FAKAU Fachnormenausschuss Kautschuk (Standards Committee for Rubber) FAO FAO Executive Offices FAO Ford Automotive Operations fao For the Attention Of (used in correspondance etc) FAME Ford Automatic Motor Evaluation Fan 1. Race enthusiast. 2. Mechanically or electrically driven device used to implement flow of air through the cooling system radiator(s). FANAK Fachnormenausschuss Akustik & Schwingungstechnik (Standards Committee for Acoustics & Vibration) FAKRA Fachnormenausschuss Kraftfahrzeugindustrie (Standards Committee for Automotive Industry) FAME Forecasted & Available Machinery & Equipment (Ford website)
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FAOFN - FAT
FAOFN Controller FAOSC fore/aft oxygen sensor control FAP Ford Automotive Procedure FAQ Frequently Asked Questions FAQs Frequently Asked Questions - A listing of commonly asked questions, followed by answers. FAR Ford Authorized Remanufacturer FARE Fiat Auto Recycling FARS Ford Authorized Remanufacturing System FART Ford Australia Research Team FAS Free Alongside Ship - a term used to describe conditions of sale and freight arrangements for export markets FAT formalised automated testing FAST formalised automated strategy/software testing Fastback Roofline that slopes directly down toward or to the rear bumper of vehicle. Fasteners Parts which are used in mechanically attaching mating parts to prevent their separation in service. Fastening Torque The turning moment exerted by a tangential force applied at a distance from the axis of rotation of a threaded fastener in order to induce a required clamping or securing load. FAT 1. Forschungsvereinigung Automobiltechnik (Research Union Automobile Technology) 2. File Allocation Table FAST 1. Finite Element Analysis System 2. Ford Automated Savings Transaction (system)
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Fat Pencil - FCA
Fat Pencil Rough package layout drawing used for pre < SI > package studies. The minimum, but necessary amount of work needed to determine the viability of a proposed package. Fatboy 3_" Aluminium driveshaft FATG Fatigue FATO Ford Air Transportation Office Fatsup Computer program for fatigue data Fault Management Software that performs event detection correlation, isolation diagnostics and recovery functions. FAVESA Chesterfield Plant's Trim Operations in Mexico FAW Front Axle Weight FC 1. Fan Control 2. Top Fuel Funny Car FC Module Fan Control Module FC Relay Fan Control Relay FCA Factory Cost Adjustment FCA Ford Chinese Association FBR Fiber FBR Feature Based Release FBOO foot brake on - off FB 1. Fastback (Greenhouse Styling) 2. Ford Brazil FBAG Ford Bank AG (Ford Credit Germany) FBC Feedback Carburetor
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FCA - FCU
FCA calibration source file for .ACA .BCA and FACT FCC Federal Communications Commission FCE FMCC Europe, etc. FCG / FCGP Ford College Graduate/Ford College Graduate Program FCGIT Ford College Graduate in Training FCGP Ford College Graduate Program FCIL Fuel Cap Indicator Light (used on EEC) FCKW chlorinated fluorocarbon (CFC) / Fluorchlorkohlenwasserstoff (GERMAN) FCL fact calibration listing file FCU First Customer Unit FCT Fast Cycle Time - The ongoing ability to identify, satisfy and be paid for meeting customer needs faster than anyone else. FCT 1. Fact 2. Facts FCS Financial Control System FCS (SAE term - FF) fuel control solenoid (flexible fuel sensor) FCSD Ford Customer Service Division FCR Functional Check Report FCO Ford China Operations FCN 1. Ford Communications Network 2. File Control Number
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FD - FE
FD 1. Feed 2. Feeder 3. Feeding 4. Ford Division FD/BK Feedback FDA Food and Drug Administration FDAF Ford Dealer Advertising Federation FDAF Ford Dealer Advertising Fund FDCS Ford Dealer Computer Services FDDI Fiber Distributed Data Interface FDE 1. Fade 2. Fading FDEP Ford Dealer Equipment Program FE 1. Fuel Economy 2. Ford Export Division 3. Iron FDGS Ford Design Graphics Software FDI Ford Design Institute - Training division within the Company FDMNDR Fieldminder FDOM Fordomatic FDR Final Drive Ratio FDRAXL Front Drive Axle FDRHLF Front Drive Half Shafts FDRY Foundry FDS Ford Diagnostic System FDVS Ford Design Verification System
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FEA - FEC
FEA 1. Federal Energy Administration 2. Ford (Design) Energy Absorber 3. Finite Element Analysis 4. Front End Analysis FEA (Finite Element Analysis) A mathematical technique unique to analyze stress that breaks down a physical structure into substructures. These substructures are called finite elements. FEAD Front End Accessory Drive - The sub system 3.05 components that drive the engine mounted accessories, such as the A/C compressor, power steering pump, coolant pump and alternator. The components that provide this drive are the poly vee drive belt, belt routing idlers, automatic belt tensioner and related components. Feasibility A consensus among affected design, engineering, and manufacturing personnel that a vehicle, system, partial subsystem, subsystem, or part design can be manufactured and/or assembled within process control limits and achieving objectives established individually or collectively for those activities (derived from the 18-Panel Objectives). Feasibility Clay Exterior feasibility clay models which are fully ornamented with all gaps and margins established are shown to the Design Sub-Committee (DSC) and the instrument panel model is shown to NAAO, which confirms. FEATUR ELECTRONIC FEATURES GROUP FEBA Ford Energy Bumper Absorber FEC Florida Evaluation Center (Ford Test Track in Florida, primary location to conduct DPA determination testing).
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FEC - FELV
FEC Ford Export Corporation FECEP Ford Employee Continuing Education Plan FED Field Emission Display - a flat cathode ray tube with a grid of individually addressable electron emitters on a flat substrate. Advantages include good image quality, lower power, wide viewing angles and operation over a wide range of temperature extremes.. FED Federal FEDA Future Electrically Driven Automobiles Federal Vehicle Any vehicle build of the approved model and variant that is to be offered for sale in the United States, Canada and their territories. FEDV Fuel Economy Data Vehicle Feedback To provide input to requester so they can evaluate information. FELV Functional Extra Low Voltage Feedback Pressure EGR Feedback Pressure Exhaust Gas Recirculation Feedback Pressure EGR Sensor Feedback Pressure Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor FEEL 1. Feel 2. Feeler 3. Feeling Feeler Gauge A metal strip or blade, finished accurately with regard to thickness, used for measuring clearance between two parts. Blades are graduated in thickness by increments of .001 in. FEEPROM Flash Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory FEFHD FERCO - Electronics & Fuel Handling FEL Felt
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FEM - FESTUS
FEM Front End Module FEM 1. Fuel Economy Meter 2. Finite Element Method 3. Female FEM / FEA Finite element methods. A mathematical method used for computer based modeling (FAST, Hypermesh, FEMB, etc.) and analysis (NASTRAN, ADAMS, ABAQUS, AutoForm, EVES, UH3D, STARCD, MTLFRM, RADIOSS, ANYSS, RAMPANT, etc.) of tools, products and/or processes. Fender Outmoded term for section of body panel housing roadwheel. (See Quarter panel.) FENDER Fender Subsystem FEOP Fuel Economy Optimization Program FEP Ford Engineering Process FEPS flash EPROM power supply FERA Ford Employees Recreation Association FERR Ferrule Ferrous Metal Metals which contain iron or steel, making them subject to rust. FESA Finite Element Structural Analysis FESM Front End Sheet Metal FESO FINAL ENGINEERING SIGN OFF FESTUS Evaluation of objective data from largescale testing by means of the error statistics monitoring system FEP Fluorinated Ethylene-Propylene -thermoplastic material with good electrical insulating properties and chemical and heat resistance.
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FET - FFSG
FET Field Effect Transistor FEU Field Evaluation Units - A fleet of saleable evaluation units built on the assembly line at 12 weeks before Job #1. These units are driven extensively to identify Things Gone Wrong (TGW). The following parts are required: sheetmetal modified ISW, interior ISW/CFPS, exterior and chassis ISW (except engines and transmissions, which are pending powertrain validation "PV"). FEVER Forecast of Engineering Variable Expense Report FF 1) Fit-to-Finish 2) Finish-to-Finish 3) Flexible Fuel FF Sensor Flexible Fuel Sensor FFA Ford Forschungszentrum Aachen -Ford Research Laboratory's new facility being built in Aachen, Germany. FFB Front Face of Block FFPS Ford Financial Planning System FFS (SAE term - FF) flexible fuel sensor FFSG Ford Financial Services Group FFDOL flexible fuel data output link FFH Fuel Fired Heater (diesel) FFI fuel fill information (capability of fuel event OBD II) FFN Ford Finance Network - group that promotes the acclimation of Ford Finance new hires to Ford Motor Company and the Detroit metro area by recognizing the value of functioning as an information resource and providing a relaxed forum for networking, socializing, and professional development. FFD Fuel Filler Door Subsystem
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FFT - Fiberglass
FFT Fast Fourier Transform FFV Flexible Fuel Vehicle FGI fuel gauge input FGS 1. Ford Graphics System (See also PDGS) 2. First Gear Switch FH Full-height (computer drive description) FHMS or F/HMS Feasibility/Hardpoints Management System. Tool to provide an online framework to manage the total clay (or ICEM, CDRS) process. It lists studies associated with each major commodity and provides 1 mechanism to track progress/open issues. FHP Fractional Horsepower FHWA Federal Highway Administration (Department of DOT) FIAO Ford International Automotive Operations Fiat Fabrica Italiana di Automobile Torino. (Italian manufacturer of automobiles, trucks and buses.) FIB focus ion beam FIBD Ford International Business Development Fiberglass 1. Mold - A mold is generally the female taken from the original clay model. 2. Cast - A cast is the male reproduction made from such female molds. 3. Model - A model made with body panels, bumpers, etc., made of glassfibered plastic. FI Fuel Injection FIA Federatione Internationale Automobile (Worldwide Racing Governing Board) fi For Information (used in correspondence etc)
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FIC - File Transfer Protocol ( FTP )
FIC fuel integrated channel FID Flame Ionization Detector FIE Fuel Injection Equipment FIECo Ford Investment Enterprises Corporation, a Ford subsidiary Field Area in which magnetic flow occurs in a generator or starting motor. Field Coil A coil of insulated wire surrounding field pole. FIEM Functionally Integrated Electronic Module FIFO First In First Out - stock rotation method FIG Figure FIL HD Filister Head File To finish or trim with a hardened metal tool with cutting ridges. File Format A file's structure. Some examples are database, word processing and graphics files. File Transfer Protocol ( FTP ) Used in conjunction with Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), an application protocol that transfers files to and from host computers and requires a user ID. User Password may be required to access remote files. A File Transfer Protocol can handle all types of files. FIG Ford Information Group - a network of libraries, information centers, and information services within Ford. The Ford Information Group or FIG began on February 10, 1992.
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FILL - Find
FILL 1. Filler 2. Filling Fillet Curved surface used to blend two intersecting planes. FILS Fuel Injector Lift Sensor FILSR Fillister FILTACH filtered tachometer output (FTO) Filter A device designed to remove suspended impurities or particles of foreign matter from intake air, fuel system or lubricating system. FIM Fuel Indicator Module. This module is used along with PCM (Powertrain Control Module) in NGV (Natural Gas Vehicle) to indicate fuel level status. FIM Full Indicator Movement FIMS Ford Information Management System FIN Fleet Identification Number FIN Finish Finance ( Org ) Finance Staff Ford of Europe and/or Finance Ford of Germany and/or Finance Ford of Britain and/or Finance Ford of Spain Financial Planning Volume ( FPV ) A volume forecast based on long-term industry volume trends and projected market shares. It is used as a planning base for projecting profits, returns, and cash flow in future years. FVPs exclude the effect of business cycles. Find To search and locate information. FIN Ford Information Network FIN Ford of Finland
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FINEFIM - Firing Order
FINEFIM FINance EFficiency IMprovement Ongoing process to become more efficient wthin the finance function Fingerprinting Overall assessment of performance attributes of a vehicle during prototype phase. FINIS Ford International Numbering Identification System FIO File Input Output FIOD Ford Integral Overdrive Transmission (Four Speed A/T) FIP Factory Instrumentation Protocol fip fuel injection pump FIPL Fuel Injector Pump Sensor FIPS fuel injector pressure sensor FIR 1. Fire 2. Field Information Report FIR Finance Information Request Fire Suit Aluminized, fire-proof driver's uniform. Firewall Hardware and software that serve as a barrier of a company's internal information and outside information. Ford's firewall is called Interlock; its host name is interlock.ford.com Firing Order Numerical order (by cylinder) in which cylinders fire.
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First Time Through (FTT) - FITS
First Time Through (FTT) A Ford Production System Measurable. FTT measures the percentage of quality units that go through the system without being scrapped, rerun, retested, returned, or diverted into an off-line repair area. FTT improves with the elimination of waste and defects. FTT = Units entering process (scrap+reruns+retests+repaired offline+returns) divided by Units entering process. FIRTFT Fix It Right The First Time (On Time) FIS fingertip input switch fiscats Fixture scheduling and tracking system Fish Hook Spear or arrowhead-shaped ending to a decorative molding or paint strip. Fishbone Diagram ( Cause and Effect Diagram) A graphical method used to identify the relationship of causes and sub-causes to an identified effect. FITS Functional Interpolation Transformation System FISR Field Information Summary Report The reporting format used by the T&C division Field Service Engineers. FISR information, being 1st hand, is used to analyze field failures for manufacturing plants and also help us to understand warranty data. FISTA Federation Internationale des Societes d'Ingenieurs des Techniques de l'Automobile. International Federation of Automobile Societies. Fit Satisfactory contact between two machined surfaces.
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Five Key Steps - FIX
Five Key Steps A phrase resulting from five Japanese words used to describe workplace organization of the visual factories within the Toyota Production System: 1) Sort means to separate needed tools, parts and instructions from unneeded materials and to remove the latter; 2) Stabalize means to neatly arrange and identify parts and tools for ease of use; 3) Shine means to conduct a cleanup campaign; 4) Standardize means setting guidelines regarding work procedures, organization, cleaning and communications and making sure they are applied consistently throughout the workplace; 5) Sustain means to form the habit of always following the first 4 S's. See also, Visual Factory, 5 Keys to Workplace Organization. Five S's Five Japanese terms perceived by many to represent the fundamental elements of a total quality management approach: 1. Seiri (organization) 2. Seiton (neatness) 3. Seiso (cleaning) 4. Seiketsu (standardization) 5. Shitsuke (discipline) [Duncan, William L., Total Quality Key Terms and Concepts, 1995.] Five Whys A problem-solving method attributed to Taiichi Ohno. The question "why" is asked and answered until the root cause of a problem is identified. Corrections are then put in place. The Ford Motor Company 8-D process is a similar problem solving device. Also, the Ford Total Productive Maintenance process contains its own 5 Why process. FIVES FORD'S INFRARED VIBRATION EVALUATION SYSTEM FIX Fixture
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Fixed Costs - Flame Suit
Fixed Costs 1) Costs that do not vary in proportion to volume and are expected to remain constant over a range of volume. These include administrative and engineering costs, depreciation, and amortization. 2) As an explanation of a change in profit, it is the effect of higher/lower fixed costs, excluding economics. FK Foreign Key FK Fork FKT Fachausschuss Kraftfahrzeug-Technik (Special Committee for Motor Vehicle Technology) FL 1. Florida 2. Flat FL/HD Flat Head FL/WHL Flywheel FLA Front Lock Angle (Steering) Flame Communicating excessively and/or emotionally through electronic mail. Has been described as being "online cursing." Flame Front Term used to define certain aspects of the fuel explosion in the combustion chamber. Flame Suit See Fire Suit Flag ( s ) International racing flags as used in road racing. Flagman Marshal responsible for manning flags at control station on race circuit. FLAM 1. Flammable 2. Flame
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Flammability Item - FLDR
Flammability Item Is any part, assembly, composite or material that must meet the maximum permissible burn rate requirements for material used in the passenger compartment of motor vehicles as specified in FMVSS 30 2. For detailed information see Engineering Design Standards Manual or FMVSS 302 in the Intereurope Regulation Manual. Flange Rib or rim that provides strength, guidance or means of attachment to another object. FLAP FATIGUE LIFE ANALYSIS PROCEDURE FLAR FLARE/D FLAS Film Laminate Autoload System - used to load film laminates into a plastic molding press. FLASH Electrical/Electronic Components FLCM Fulcrum FLD Field FLDR Folder FLC Fluid Link Converter Kick Down (SAE = K/D) Flash Point Temperature at which an oil will flash and burn. Flat Four Horizontally opposed four cylinder engine. Flat Six Horizontally opposed six cylinder engine. Flat Spot A certain place in the range of engine revolutions where the engine will flatten out or run below par. Flathead Engine with valves located in block. FLC Fairlane Credit, LLC
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FLE - Flood
FLE Flue FLET Fleet FLEX 1. Flex 2. Flexed 3. Flexing 4. Flexible 5. Flexer FLG Flag FLI Fuel Level Input Flip-flop WERS function which substitutes records of an existing part or function with details of a new or similar part or function. FLM Film FLMD Ford-Lincoln-Mercury Division FLMT Filament FLNG Flange FLO Flow FLO/TYP Flow Type Float A hollow part which is lighter than fuel or fluid in which it rests, and ordinarily used to operate a valve controlling entrance of fuel or fluid. Float Level Predetermined setting of float to control height of fuel in carburetor bowl, usually regulated by means of a suitable valve. Floating Piston Pin A piston pin which is free to turn or oscillate in both connecting rod and piston. FLOD Flood FLOH Fast Light Off Flood To introduce a rich mixture. (Too much liquid fuel and not enough air.)
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Flow thru warehouse - FLW
Flow thru warehouse Typically an offsite, non-Ford owned facility. Acts as a local "buffer" between supplier and plant. FLP Flap FLPR Flipper FLR Floor FLRSNT Fluorescent FLS Fluid Level Sensor FLSH 1. Flash 2. Flasher FLT Float FLTM Ford Laboratory Test Method FLTR Filter FLU Fluid FLVR Fuel Lever Position Sensor FLW 1. Follow 2. Follower 3. Following Fluid Coupling A hydraulic clutch used to transmit engine torque to transmission gears. See Fluid Drive. Fluid Drive A pair of vaned rotating elements held close to each other without touching. Rotation is imparted to driven member by driving member through resistance of a body of oil. FLUSH Flush (Fixed Glass) Moulding System Flutter See Bounce Flux Electric or magnetic lines of force passing or flowing in a magnetic field. Also, material used to cause joining metal to adhere to both parts to be joined.
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FLX - FMLA
FLX Flux Flying Start Racing start wherein competing cars take starting flag approaching racing speed. Flywheel A heavy wheel in which energy is absorbed and stored by means of momentum. FM Factory Mutual (corporate insurance provider; also a rating agency for equipment) FM 1. Frequency Modulation (Radio) 2. Finance Manual 3. Foam FMA 1. Failure Mode Analysis - An analysis of the ways a component or system has failed to meet customer expectations in the past. 2. Ford Motor Company Argentina (also ARG) FMC Ford Motor Company FMI 1. Ford Marketing Institute 2. Ford Microeletronics, Inc FMLA Family and Medical Leave Act FMEE Forward Model Engineering Estimate FMEM Failure Mode Effect Management FMCW Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave FMEA Ford Mid-East and Africa FMEA Failure Mode and Effects Analysis - An analysis of a product or process that (1) considers the effects of all potential ways that the design could be impacted by the external and internal factors and (2) develops countermeasures to control or reduce the effects of those factors. FMCC Ford Motor Credit Company
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FMLD - FO
FMLD Ford Motor Land Development Corp FMM Fluid Maintenance Monitor FMM Failure Mode Management FMMA Ford Money Market Account FMP Foremost Point - Used to describe the travel of the seating reference point (SgRP). FMS 1) Flexible Manufacturing System 2) Feasibility Management System FMSP Facilities, Materials, & Service Purchasing FMVSS Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards - The set of federal automotive safety standards that were in use until the USA and Canada standards were combined to form F/CMVSS. FNG Fungus FNGR Finger FNGS Fungicide FNL Final FNZ Ford of New Zealand FO Fuel Octane FNB First Nationwide FNBLT Fan Belt FNDR Fender FMVSS/CMVSS Compliance Tests F/CMVSS Compliance Tests - Tests performed to support demonstration of compliance to FMVSS/CMVSS requirements. FN74 PPC Vehicle Program Code for Continental
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FOA - FOJ
FOA Ford Of Australia FOB 1. Ford Of Britain 2. Freight On Board FOB Free on board - a term used to describe conditions of sale and freight arrangements for export markets. FOC 1. Ford Of Canada 2. Fairlane Office Center FOCALPT Focus On Creating Advocates for Life through Personalized Treatment Focused Improvement A process improvement approach which streamlines existing business processes. A full-time team is used to identify and prioritize improvement opportunities in the business process and then focuses effort on improving those sub-processes which have the greatest need for improvement. Improvement projects are mid-term in duration, taking anywhere from one to eighteen months to implement. FOG Ford of Germany FOH Ford of Hungary FOI Ford Otosan Incorporated A cooperative between Ford Motor Company USA and the Otosan Corporation of Turkey. Foiled Bright Surface Bright aluminum foil applied over clay to simulate chrome-plated areas. FOIR Ford Motor - Ireland FOIT Ford Motor - Italy FOJ Ford Motor Company (Japan) Ltd. Two office locations - Tokyo and Hiroshima FOEI Ford of Europe, Incorporated (Obsolete) FOF 1. Ford Of France 2. Factory Of the Future FOE Ford Of Europe
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FOL - Ford Confidential ( GIS1, GIS2 )
FOL 1. Fold 2. Folding 3. Folded FOLH Ford Lio Ho - Taipei FOLIP Ford Optional Life Insurance Program Follow ( also Stay-On ) To stay on a publicly numbered or named route until the next route instruction can be executed. To execute a follow, it is necessary to make at least one action (turn or straight) that would not have had to be made in the absence of the follow instruction.. FOM Ford Motor Co - Mexico S. A. Fomoco Abbreviation of "FOrd MOtor COmpany". FON Ford of Norway FONE Ford of Netherlands FOPL Ford of Poland Force-Fit See Drive Fit Ford Confidential ( GIS1, GIS2 ) Information that provides Ford with a competitive advantage or supports the technical or financial position of the Company, and would cause damage to the Company if disclosed without authorization. Foot Pound ( or lb. ft. ) A measure of amount of energy or work required to lift 1 lb. 1 ft. FOP Ford of Portugal
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Ford Credit ( FC ) ( GIS1 ) - Ford Proprietary ( GIS1, GIS2 )
Ford Credit ( FC ) ( GIS1 ) Ford Motor Credit Company - At this time, Ford Credit is still working in their current schedule and has not converted to GIS1. V. Verhelle in the US is working on the conversion, as well as, others in Europe. Jack Skedd (JSKEDD) is the contact for Enterprise Information Management for Europe. Questions should be directed to Jack Skedd (JSKEDD). It is anticipated that Ford Credit will be revising their material and have a new release in 1999. Ford Hub The main entry point web page to the Ford Intranet. It has on its main search engine InfoNet, CDS, a Ford Web Server list, COE, What's New, and other links. Ford Production System (FPS) FPS is a unified system that integrates Ford's worldwide manufacturing, design and development, order and delivery, supply, and management functions. The part of FPS that encompasses what plants do is called the Plant Operating System (POS). There are seven FPS components contributing to the POS, they are: 1) Human Resources; 2) Industrial Materials; 3) Material Flow; 4) In Station Process Control; 5) Ford Total Productive Maintenance (FTPM); 6) Engineering; 7) Quality Operating System (QOS). Each has resources to help plants implement and sustain the production system. Ford Proprietary ( GIS1, GIS2 ) All Company information obtained or created in the normal course of business and not classified as Ford Secret or Ford Confidential.
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Ford Secret ( GIS1, GIS2 ) - FOS
Ford Secret ( GIS1, GIS2 ) Information of a strategic nature that if disclosed in an unauthorized manner, would cause substantial, severe, or irreparable damage to the Company or its relationships. Ford Standard Directory Structure FSDS Ford Systems Integration Center ( FSIC ) A process leadership organization dedicated to delivering an integrated information systems infrastructure to enable the delivery of high quality, cost effective computing and communication services to Ford on a global basis. Ford Web Hub The main entry point page to the Ford Intranet. It has on it the main search engine, Infonet (a drill down category matrix) and links to CDS, a Ford Web Server list, COE, What's New and other links. Ford Web Usability Guidelines A web-based guide which provides information and tools to authors of Ford web sites and applications including: Usability principles, design standards and guidelines, and page templates. The guide is intended to be used for all web sites, pages, and applications available on the Ford web. Forge To shape metal while hot and plastic by hammering. Formula Libre Free or open racing organized without reference or conforming to any FIA formula or CIS category. Formula One Grand Prix world championship. FORTRAN Formula Translation (computer language) FOS Ford of Sweden FOS Ford Of Spain
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FOST - FPDS
FOST Ford Ozone Scavenging Technology FOT Foot Off Throttle Foul ( Drag Racing ) To leave the starting line before the green light. FOUN Foundation Four Cycle Engine Engine in which an explosion occurs every other revolution of crankshaft. A cycle, also known as Otto cycle, is considered 1/2 revolution of crankshaft. Strokes are: suction, compression, power, exhaust. Four Wheel Drive ( 4WD ) Vehicle equipped with four wheel drive powertrain. Vehicle with provision for driving all four road wheels Four-on-the-Floor Four speed manual transmission FOV Ford Of Venezuela (also VEN) FPC Finance Productivity Center FPC Federal Power Commission FPC Fairlane Program Center FPDM Fuel Pump Driver Module FPDS Ford Product Development System - a process to develop cars and trucks which involves defining a new product development and manufacturing system that will ensure leadership. Defines the process, associated timing, and other requirements to support Ford 2000 objectives. FP Fuel Pump FP Module Fuel Pump Module FP Relay Fuel Pump Relay FPA FORD PRODUCT AUDIT
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FPGA - FPSI
FPGA Field-Programmable Gate Array FPH Fuel Pump High Speed FPL Fuel Pump Low Speed FPM Feet Per Minute FPM Final Production Month FPN Fine Print Notes (in the NEC) FPN FAIRLANE PLAZA NORTH FPP Ford Power Products -- A whollyowned subsidiary of Ford Motor Company providing engines, transmissions, and components to industrial, marine, and other markets. FPPS Ford Powertrain Production System FPR Fuel Pump Relay FPS Fairlane Plaza South FPS Measurable Seven common measurments that support the vision, principles, and stretch objectives of FPS. The Measurables are aligned with POS processes, drive continuous improvement, foster the elimination of waste, and link management objectives to the shop floor. They are: First Time Through, Total Dock-to-Dock, Buildto-Schedule, Overall Equipment Effectiveness, Total Cost, Attitude Surveys, and SHARP. FPSI Ford Production System Institute FPS Ford Production System - Global standardized production system supporting Ford 2000. FPS 1. First Production Shipment 2. Feet Per Second 3. Ford Production System FPRC Fuel Pressure Regulator Control
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FPU - FRCS
FPU Floating Point Unit (synonym for Math Co-processor chip in computer) FPV 1) Functional Proveout Vehicle 2) Financial Planning Volume - Forecast based on the long-term trend of volume for the automotive industry which is used as planning based for financial calculations of profit, cash flow, return, etc. FPVs are adjusted forecast which tend to smooth out the effects of a business recession or expansion. FQA Final Quality Audit - An inspection audit system for complex components. An approved unit ready for shipment is periodically pulled for inspection. The unit is disassembled, visually inspected, torques checked, and sub-components checked. FQA data becomes part of the plant's quality indicator reporting system. FQR Ford Quality Renewal - brand name for Ford's product line of remanufactured engines, transmissions, and miscellaneous other assemblies. These parts are required for use in warranty and ESP repairs when they are available. FR 1. Francium 2. Frame 3. Final Release FRA Ford of France FRACAS Failure Reporting, Analysis, and Corrective Action System FRAME Frame Subsystem Frame Chassis FRC Force FRC First Run Capability FRCS Ford Rent-A-Car Service
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FRD - FRNG
FRD Ford FRE Fare Free-Wheeling A mechanical device in which driving member imparts motion to a driven member in one direction but not other. Freeze Plug A disc or cup-shaped metal device inserted in a hole in a casting through which core was removed when casting was formed. Also known as a core hole plug or expansion plug. Freezing Point Temperature at which coolant starts to freeze, based on mixture percentages and pressure in system. FREQ 1. Frequent 2. Frequency FRG 1. Forge 2. Forging 3. Forged FRG 1) FAO Reliability Guide Reliability Guide 2) Ford FRNG FAIRING FRM 1. Form 2. Formed FRIC Friction Friction Drive A method of power transmission used on early automobiles where power is transmitted from a driving to a driven wheel by means of pressing one wheel against another at a right angle. Friction Shock ( s ) Shock absorber unit design to absorb shock through a circular spring which is adjustable by means of a friction loading mechanism. Frisket Knife ( Styling ) Knife with a razor-sharp blade, used for detail work or to cut cardboard and paper. Originally designed to cut frisket (masking) paper. FRL 1. Ford Research Lab 2. Filter Rugulator Lubricator
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FRO - FRTEMP
FRO Frost FRONT Front End Subsystem Front End Module ( FEM ) An assembly of a significant number of front end components designed and optimized as a sub-assembly before installation to the vehicle on the main assembly line. The FEM requires a bolster and incorporates front end components such as the head lamps, grille, fascia, bumper beam, radiator, condensor, etc. The FEM's bolster replaces the open front end vehicles 24 attributes. Front End Processor ( FEP ) A computer which conducts communications processing for a mainframe. Frontal Area The area in square inches of frontal area presented to the air stream by an automobile. Frozen Clay During Phase V the clay model is "frozen". The exterior clay model is rescanned by NAD and an interim scanner drawing and data are transmitted to B&CE for use in starting Structures Drawings and to continue Master Section development. FRP Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic FRPS Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor FRPT Fuel Rail Pressure Transducer frr forro FRSH Fresh FRSR Feasibility Rejection Summary Report FRT Front FRTEMP Fuel Rail Temperature
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FRTFOG - FSEL
FRTFOG Front Fog Lamps FRTS Fuel Rail Temperature Sensor FRTSNS Fuel Rail Temperature Sensor FRTSW Fuel Rail Temperature Switch FRV FORD REQUIREMENTS & VERIFICATION - This process is the name of the tool kit used to combine the SETK (Systems Engineering Tool Kit) and FDVS (Ford Design Verification Tools) in the FPDS target cascade and balance process. FRZ Freeze FS Finance Staff (Obsolete) FS Fuse FSA Ford South Africa FSEL Fuel Systems Engineering Lab FSCAT Four Speed Coupling Automatic Transmission (E&RS Transaxle Design) FSDS See Ford Standard Directory Structure. FSE Field Service Engineer FSE Foreign Service Employee FSEIR Field Service Engineer Investigation Report - A collection of field service data from Field Information Summary, Service Investigation Reports, Prior Approval Program Data, Assembly Plant Return Data, and National Exchange reports kept on the main frame computer. FSAO Ford South America Operations FSC Field Service Committee
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FSG - FTACH
FSG Financial Services Group FSIC Ford System Intergration Center FSK Frequency Shift Keying FSL Fuel Systems Lab FSMOD Four Speed Manual with Overdrive (E&RS Transaxle Design) FSP Fleet Service Plan FSRC Functional Staff Records Co-ordinator FSS 1. Foreign Service Specialist 2. Full Service Supplier FST 1. Fast 2. Faster 3. Ford Standard Tape FSTF FERCO - Staff FTACH Filtered RPM Signal for Tach Usage FTA Fault Tree Analysis - A technique for evaluating the possible causes which might lead to the failure of a product. This technique results in a flow chart for the failure process. FT-LB FOOT-POUND FT 1. Feet 2. Foot 3. Fuel Trim FSVM Fuel Solenoid Valve Monitor FSV Financial Study Volumes FSU File Set Up FSTN 1. Fasten 2. Fastener 3. Fastening
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FTC - FTQE
FTC 1. First Time Capability - The percent of acceptable parts that make it through a production department with no consideration for rework. Formula: Quantity approved divided by quantity produced times 100. 2. Federal Trade Commission FTDC Fairlane Training and Development Center FTE Full-Time Equivalents FTEP Ford Technical Education Program Teaches and supports the application of core technical and people skills designed to achieve common and complementary approaches to design, development, and manufacturing within Ford 2000. (Contact Ford Design Institute for Details!!) FTG Fitting FTHR 1. Feather 2. Feathering FTPT Fuel tank pressure transducer; this sensor is used to measure the pressure of the fuel tank for evaporative emissions control systems. FTQE Ford Total Quality Excellence - Holistic view of quality based on the premise that quality is meeting (internal and external) customer requirements on time and at a cost that represents value. FTQE is based on the premise that everyone can improve quality by improving their own work processes. FTQE is described in Ford Policy Letter A-5, dated July 19, 1985. FTPM Ford Total Productive Maintenance FTM Flat Tension Mask (a type of technology used for flat screen displays) FTO Filtered Tachometer Output FTP Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor (used for natural gas vehicle fuel indication system).
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FTS - Fuel Level Sensor
FTS Fuel Temperature Switch / Sensor FTT FIRST TIME THROUGH RATE FTZ Foreign Trade Zone - B&AO computer system which calculates duties on selected import parts leaving FTZ designated assembly plants. FU/FILL 1. Fuel Fill 2. Fuel Filler FU/FLTR Fuel Filter FU/GA Fuel Gage FU/INJ 1. Fuel Injector 2. Fuel Injection FU/INTK Fuel Intake FU/LVL Fuel Level FU/PMP Fuel Pump Fuel Engine fuel (Connotation is of a type other than gasoline.) Fuel Knock See Detonation Fuel Level Sensor Throttle Body Fuel Injection FUEL FUEL SYSTEM FU/PRMR Fuel Primer FU/TNK Fuel Tank FU/VAC Fuel Vacuum FU/VPR Fuel Vapor FU/WTR Fuel Water FUBAR Fouled Up Beyond All Repair FUDS Federal Urban Driving Cycle
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Fuel Pressure - Function Data
Fuel Pressure Fuel Pressure Fuel Pump Mechanical or electrical device which supplies fuel to the carburetor. FUEL TMP Fuel Temperature FUELCHG Fuel Changing and Controls Subsystem FUELDEL Returnless Fuel Delivery System Fueler Car using special racing fuels. FUELGAU Fuel Gauge/Warning Light Subsystem FUL Fuel Fulcrum A support, often wedge-shaped, on which a lever pivots when it lifts an object. Full Bore Full speed FUNC 1. Function 2. Functional Function and Fit Certifies that a physically representative part, installed in a prototype vehicle, performs in accordance with the design intent. Function Data Information relating to the application of the part on a vehicle or product, for example, stock disposition. Full Development Prototype The primary purpose of this vehicle is to serve as the basis for completing final crash, durability and GPAS testing. The vehicle represents a parts from production suppliers. Full-Floating Axle Drive axle construction where axle driving shaft does not carry vehicle weight. FULT FAULT FUN Funnel
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Function Status - FYI
Function Status A one character code which indicates the completeness of the part function record. Functional Builds Pre-production vehicles built at assembly plant(s) to validate production assembly equipment, tools, and processes. Functional units are to built from fully ISW-approved parts. Functional Organization An organization which performs the same function or type of work on a number of different vehicles, e.g., Product Engineering organizations and BMD's are functional organizations. Fuse A piece of wire which will carry a limited amount of currenty only, then melt and open electrical circuit as a safety measure to avoid damage from excessive current flow. FV Front View FVPR Four-valve push rod engine. FVV Forschungsvereinigung Verbrennungsmaschinen (Research Union - Combustion Engines) FWD 1. Front-wheel drive; engine and drive axle mounted at front end of chassis. (Not to be confused with four-wheel drive: 4WD.) 2. Forward FWMD Ford Worldwide Manufacturing Divisions FX 1. Fix 2. Fixed 3. Fixing FXGLAS Fixed Glass FYI For Your Information
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G.R.C. / GRC - GAPID
G.R.C. / GRC GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS COORDINATOR G/C Glove Compartment G/V/W GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT G/V/W/R Gross Vehicle Weight Rating G/Y/R Green / Yellow / Red G8D Global Eight Discipline - Revision of the 8D including a new step (0). GA Governmental Affairs Staff GA 1. Gage 2. Gauge 3. Gallium 4. Georgia GAL Gallon Galvanize To coat with a molten alloy of lead and tin to prevent rusting. GAO General Auditor's Office GAP Gerry Auth Procedure GAPID Global Accessory Planning and Implementation Database GANTT GANTT chart - bar chart for timing plans Gantt Chart A floating bar chart usually employed in project management to show resources or tasks over time. GAO General Accounting Office Galvanometer An instrument used for location, measurement and direction of an electric current. GAMS Global AfterMarket Support - The name for a committee formed to establish global parts and service support throughout the Ford Motor Company
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GAPS - GBD
GAPS Governmental Affairs & Planning Staff GARN Garnish Garnish Molding Upper molding on door panel above arm rest, usually metal, used as retainer for door trim panel. Also found on 'A' pillars, roof rails and backlight. Gas A substance which can be changed in volume and shape acording to temperature and pressure applied to it. Example: air can be compressed into smaller volume or expanded by application of heat. Gas Softnitriding A case hardening process at 580 degree C using ammonia gas for wear and corrosion resistance, applied to rocker arm shaft, rotary engine sealing elements, etc. GASFR Gasifier GBD Gabardine Gasket Washers, usually of some special substance (metal, cork or plastic) inserted between metal faces to provide gas-tight or liquid-tight seal. Gasser ( Drag Racing ) Car competing in either Gas Coupe/Sedan or Supercharged Gas Coupe/Sedan class. Gassing Bubbling of battery electrolyte which occurs during process of charging a battery. GATT General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade gawf get a warm feeling GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GB Gigabytes
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GCC - Gearbox
GCC Gulf Cooperation Council - Consists of six Middle East countries: Saudia Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, and Oman. One of the regions referenced in Corporate Directive F104 as required for export capable after 1994. GCM Governor Control Module GCTS Global Concern Tracking System GCW Gross Combined Weight GCWR Gross Capacity Weight Rating GD 1. Gadolinium 2. General Durability 3. Guard GD&T Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing - An analytical dimensioning and tolerancing scheme of a product / commodity that provides a robust manufacturing and assembly process. GE Germanium Gear Ratio Number of revolutions made by a driving gear as compared to number of revolutions made by a driven gear of different size. Example: if one gear makes three revolutions while other gear makes one revolution, gear ratio is 3 to 1. Gear( s ) Toothed wheel or cogwheel; i.e., hypoid, or worm gear. Gearbox Transmission GE General Electric GDI (Graphics Device Interface) Microsoft Windows' graphics display system. GDP Gross Domestic Product GDS Global Distribution System GDT Geometrical and Dimensional Tolerancing
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GEDI - GID
GEDI GLOBAL ELECTRONIC DATA INTERFACE GEFIQS Global Export Fleet Inquiry Quotation System - SQL Windows quotation and order application used by Worldwide Direct Market Operations(WDMO)Fleet Sales Gel Coat Plastic resin brushed or sprayed on surface of mold. GEM General Electronic Module GEMS Global Test Operations (GTO) Engineering Management System GEMSS Global Engineering Management Support System -- a group of Forddeveloped reporting applications that provide standardized reports, graphs, and metrics from WERS data. GEN 1. Generate 2. Generator 3. General 4. Guaranteed Employment Number GFI Ground Fault Interrupter GFS Generic Fusing Strategy GGS Generic Grounding Strategy GID Guide GFCI Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFD Ground Fault Detector Generator An apparatus which transforms mechanical energy into electrical energy. Generic Early Sourcing List A list of parts, usually designated "A" and "B," used with other information to establish specific vehicle program early sourcing requirements. GESIM General Engine Simulation (computer program) GF Get File
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Gigabit - GLD
Gigabit (GB, Gbit) One billion bits. Gigabyte 1 million bytes GIRS Global Incident Reporting System - the preferred system for use by Helpdesks and Data Centres globally for recording and handling incidents. Givens Vehicle program objectives and requirements established by senior management and/or governmental agencies that can not be changed by the Program Manager. GL Glendale Avenue 2. Glass GL/PLG Glow Plug GLASS "Glass (Glazing), Frames and Mechanism Subsystem" Glass ( GD ) Glass Division Glass ( Slang ) Fiberglass body components Glaze An extremely smooth or glossy engine cylinder surface polished over a long period of time by friction of piston rings. Glaze Breaker A tool for removing glossy surface finish in an engine cylinder. GLB 1. Globe 2. Global GLB Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual GLD Gland
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Global 8D - Global Eight D Customer
Global 8D A disciplined team-oriented problemsolving process that applies analytical tools to data in order to identify the problem ( "something changed" or "never been there" ), define the root cause or potential root cause list and verify, implement and validate actions to eliminate the problem or to actuate performance improvement and to prevent problem recurrence. Global Eight D Application Criteria ( Criteria which should be met prior to initiating an 8D ) 1. The symptom(s) has been defined and quantified; 2. The G8D customer(s) who experienced the symptom(s), and when appropriate, the affected parties have been identified; 3. Measurements taken to quantify the symptom(s) demonstrate that a performance gap exists AND/OR priority ( severity, urgency, growth ) of the symptom warrants initiation of the process; 4. The cause is unknown; 5. Management is committed to dedicate the necessary resources to fix the problem at the root cause level and to prevent recurrence; 6. Symptom complexity exceeds the ability of one person to resolve. Global Eight D Customer A person, organization, or class of driver who experiences symptoms.
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Global Environment - GLY/ETH
Global Environment Refers to global Ford locations and implies consideration of the many various requirements inherent to different geographical locations i.e., power supply, language compatibility, support, and so forth. Global Information Standard 2 ( GIS2) Clarification Defines all aspects of the creation and management of Ford Secret, Ford Confidential, and Ford Proprietary information and applies to all individuals working at Ford. Replaces Attachments 1 and 2 of Directive: Confidential Information - (C110). Global Information Standards(GIS) Standards governing the management of information at Ford. Global Software Distribution (GSD) Packaging and global distribution of off-the-shelf and Forddeveloped software to other Ford locations. GLOBE Ford's Gay Lesbian or Bisexual Employee's Network GLOW GLObal Weldspot database A worldwide database which stores all weld attributes for each vehicle program. GLR Glare GLRY Gallery GLS Gloss Glued ( also Glued-On ) Automobile possessed of unusually high standards of road-holding. GLV Glove GLVNZ 1. Galvanize 2. Galvanized 3. Galvanizing GLY/ETH Glycol-Ether
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GLZ - Go-Cart
GLZ 1. Glaze 2. Glazing GM General Motors GM ACR GM AC Rochester GMA Global Market Analysis - A centralized database system for managing global market information. The GMA consolidates numerous raw data sources (sales data, market overview data, NVBS, etc.) with ability to analyze data for multiple markets and to define it in terms of customer wants. GMAC General Motors Acceptance Corporation GMAD General Motors Assembly Division GMAP/GMAPPA MAPPA MAP switch point signal to governor module GMAPPA Engine load corr. for altitude output to governor module GNRNT Generant GO Gewerbe Ordnung (German Factory Act) Go-Cart Any cut-down vehicle made from one that is larger. GMS General Mamufacturing Services GMT Greenwich Mean Time GMTRY 1. Geometry 2. Geometric GND Ground GNP Gross National Product GMC General Motors Corporation, Truck and Coach Division GMAW Gas-Metal-Arc-Welding GMBL Gimbal
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Go-Kart - GPAS
Go-Kart Platform type, miniature racing car. Goggles Special eye-protection glasses worn by racing drivers in open cars. GOLDD Global On-Line Dealer Database GOLFF Generic Order Level Feature Forecasting - Production Material forecasting system for European carlines based on WERS/EOC feature levels. GOP Grille Opening Panel Gopher Internet information menu system. A client/server application for indexing and finding informaton on the Internet. Gopher is a predecessor to the Worldwide Web, and is text only. GOR Grill Opening Panel Subsystem GOR 1. Grille Opening Reinforcement 2. Gage Order Request GOV Governor Governor A device to control and regulate speed. May be mechanical, hydraulic or electrical. GP 1. Generic Parts 2. Group GP ( Grand Prix ) From the French usage. World championship race for formula cars. GP-E Garrison Place - East GP-W Garrison Place - West GPAS General Product Acceptance Specification - A general set of specifications which apply to all classes of cars. These specifications define a function "as the customer perceives it".
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GPC - GRAD
GPC Generic Path Control GPD 1. German Product Development 2. General Parts Division GPE Global Paint Engineering (GPE) is a department in Vehicle Operations (VO) in Global Paint and Final Assembly Engineering (PFA). The departments within GPE Facilities and Environmental, Materials Development and Release, and Product Planning and Manufacturing Quality Planning. GPIB General Purpose Interface Bus (popular bus for control and communication between computers and instruments, refer to IEEE 488.2 standard) GPIRS Global Prototype Inventory Requisition and Scheduling GPLUS Global Program Letter Uniform System GPM Gallons per Minute GRAD Global Repair Analysis Database GPPNG Global Powertrain Process Network Guide GPS 1. Gallons Per Second 2. Global Positioning System GQRS : GLOBAL QUALITY RESEARCH SYSTEM GLOBAL QUALITY RESEARCH SYSTEM is a quality methodology that plays a critical role in understanding CUSTOMER RESPONSE to the product and vehicle-buying process. Allows gauging of customer satisfaction consistently. Replaces NVQ, CNVQ and Durability Tracking (USA), and 3 MIS Quality Audit in Latin America and Europe. Measures 3 MIS worldwide. GR Gear GPO 1. General Parts Operation 2. General Post Office
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GRAD - Gray Box
GRAD 1. Graduate 2. Graduated 3. Graduating 4. Graduation Gram A unit of measure of weight or mass equal to 0.03527 oz. Gran Turismo ( Italian ) ( GT ) Closed two-seat coupe designed for rapid, comfortable touring with good performance and handling. (In English, 'Grand Touring.') Graphic Interchange Format ( GIF ) A format used to store image files; a file compression format developed by CompuServe for transferring graphics files to and from online services. Filename extension: .gif Graphical Monitoring Tool - ( GMT ) Software that graphically displays the network or system which it is monitoring. Graphical User Interface ( GUI ) A user interface technique that utilizes the graphics technology of desktop systems and terminals to enhance the presentation of textual and numeric data, graphical information, and application control. GUIs utilize such facilities as pull-down and pop-up menus, floating dialog boxes, icons, and a mouse to provide convenience and productivity to end users. GRASP Guidelines, Responsibilities, and Safe Practices - Commitment by UAW and Ford Motor Company to protecting our greatest resource, our people. Gravel Deflector Metal plate fitted between front or rear bumper and body. Gray Box A part or assembly designed and manufactured by a supplier or BMD, with Ford Engineering participation in design according to a contractual agreement.
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GRC - Grille
GRC Government Regulations Coordinator GRD 1. Ground 2. Grounding Greenbelt Area of country with heavy corrosion. Greenbook A publication representing the preliminary program assumptions for a specific vehicle. The book lists all components by sub-system for the Controller's Office to develop an overall vehicle cost estimate. Greenhouse Upper body of an automobile; structure above beltline, glass, roof and supporting members. GREP Global Regular Expression Parser GRG Garage GRI Grid Grid 1. Alignment for cars at start of race. 2. Start markings on the circuit at the starting line. 3. Metal frame work of an individual battery plate in which active meterial is placed. Grid Lines ( Styling ) Network of uniformly spaced transverse and axial vehicle grid lines for locating points on a blueprint by means of coordinates. Major lines are generally spaced 100mm apart. Grid Start Racing start wherein competing cars are positioned on grid lines according to qualifying times or by draw. Grille Ornament designed to decorate an opening and allow passage of air or sound. GRI Geometric Results Incorporated, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ford Motor Company, 28333 Telegraph Rd, Southfield, MI 48034
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grimbley - Growler
grimbley very detailed Grind To finish or polish a surface by means of an abrasive wheel. GRIPS General Retrieval and Information Processing System GRL Grille GRMT Garment GRN Green GRND Grind Groan/Moan Continuous, low-pitched humming sound. GROM Grommet Groove Space between two adjacent tire tread ribs. Ground Noninsulated terminal of battery. By connecting one terminal of each electrically operated unit to frame of vehicle, only one insulated wire is required to carry current to unit since frame serves as a return wire. Ground Clearance Clearance in inches, between lowest member of an automobile and the ground. Group A set of battery plates, either positive or negative, joined together but not assembled with separators. Groupware Software that runs on a LAN and which allows for multiple users simultaneously Often used by teams as members can share information and provide feedback irregardless of geographies. Growl/Howl Low, guttural sound, like an angry dog. Growler An electrical device for testing electric motor or generator armatures.
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GRP - GT
GRP 1. General Retirement Plan 2. Grip GRPH 1. Graphite 2. Graphited GRPHC Graphic GRS Governmental Relations Staff GRSE Grease GRSRP Global Regulated Service/Repair Products GRT Garter GRV Gravity GRY Gray GS General Services - Department for general services, such as transportation. Now a part of Technical and Transportation Services. GSR General Salary Roll GSS Gear Select Solenoid GST 1. Goods and Services Tax 2. Gusset GT Gate GSC Governor Speed Control GSD See Global Software Distribution GSDB Global Supplier Database GSDB Global Supply Data Base GSKT Gasket GSPAS Global Study Process Allocation System GSA 1. General Services Administration (major governmental agency fleet buyer) 2. Government Services Agency
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GTAW - GVE
GTAW Gas Tungsten Arc Welding GTC Global Trading Company GTE General Telephone & Electric GTL Gas Turbine Lab GTM Gross Train Mass GTO Global Test Operations - The division of Ford Motor Company that provides testing services to Ford worldwide. GTR Gaiter Gudgeon Pin ( British ) See Piston Pin GUI Graphical User Interface GVC Governor Valve Control Solenoid GVE Groove Guideline A guideline is a recommended course of action or conduct. General characteristics include: Developed and issued by management for items related to its functional or operating area; Not binding; a recommendation that expresses a preference; Applicability can be limited to a single functional or geographic area; Not confidential; No specific distribution pattern; Detailed; limits provided. Guidelines Directional parameters -- pre-target boundaries -- to guide work such as styling and engineering that is started prior to the development of detailed targets. Gum Oxidized petroleum products that accumulate in fuel system, carburetor or engine parts. Gutter Channel for water drainage. (See Drip Molding)
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GVM - GZ
GVM Gross Vehicle Mass GVMT Government GVUS Global Vehicle Usage System GVW Gross Vehicle Weight GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gymkhana Automobile competition wherein cars execute prescribed driving maneuvers, not one against the other, but against the clock. GZ Gauze
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H - Half-Shaft ( British )
H Hydrogen H Lay-Up ( Styling ) See Hand Lay-up H Point (Styling) Pivot center of 'Oscar's' (manikin) torso and thighs. H to Heel ( Styling ) Distance in inches from 'H' point to accelerator heel point. H-Point The hip center of the SAE manikin in a body position from which interior hardpoint and packaging dimensions (reach and vision zones, clearance to roof, door panels, instrument panels, etc.) are established. H/BRKT Hanger Bracket H/C Head Count H/D/R/R Heavy Duty Road Ranger H/DWN Hold Down H/LFT Hydraulic Lift H/OUT Hold Out H/P/L Hydraulic Pump & Lift H/PHN Head Phone H/V HIGH VOLTAGE Hacker One who writes programs in system level languages or assembly language, or a person who gains illegal entrance into a computer system. Hairpin 1. Term for acute corner on road racing circuit. 2. Hairpin Turn of approximately 180 degrees. Hairy Hair-raising, unusual or extraordinary. Half-Shaft ( British ) Axle shaft H/DY Heavy Duty
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HALT - Hardtop
HALT Highly Accelerated Life Tests Hammer Drawing Drawing or cold forming with panel type hammer. Hand Lay-Up ( Styling ) Process in which resin is brushed in and Fiberglass cloth applied by hand. Handler Driver HAPS Homologation Administration and Planning Systems - generic term for the computer applications that support the vehicle Homologation process. Hard Coded Software that can work with only a fixed number of devices or perform a fixed number of tasks. Hard Pedal A loss in braking efficiency so that an excessive amount of pressure is needed to actuate brakes. Hard Point A product dimension or location on the product that may not be changed in a program. Hard Rock Given that was not obvious at time of program initiation. Hard Solder Uniting two pieces of metal with a material having a melting point higher than 'soft' solder. Example: silver soldering. Hard Trim Parts of the interior which are not soft trim; i.e., ornaments garnish moldings, script, appliques, etc. Hardpoint Clay Clay models that are prepared conforming to the target hardpoints package. Hardpoints Specified surfaces, lines, points, or dimensions which defined the dimensional limits guiding vehicle design. Hardtop Term applied to any fixed roof with retracting window glass and no exposed 'B' middle pillar.
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Hardware Interface - HCFC
Hardware Interface An architecture employed to interconnect two pieces of equipment and includes the design of the plug and socket, the type, number and purpose of the wires and the electrical signals that are passed across them. Harmonic Balancer A device designed to reduce torsional or twisting vibration which occurs along length of crankshaft used in multiple cylinder engines. Harness 1. Ignition wiring system 2. Shoulder restraining straps, worn with lap safety belt. HASAWA Health And Safety At Work Act HASP Houston Automatic Spooling Protocol HASS Highly Accelerated Stress Screens Hauler An exceptionally fast car. HCDSS High Clutch Drum Speed Sensor HCFC Hydrochlorofluorocarbon HCC Hybrid Chip Carrier HC/LR High Cost / Low Risk HAZ 1. Hazard 2. Hazardous 3. Heat Affected Zone HB Hub HBCC Host Bus Controller Chip HBD Half Baked Design HBL Heated Back Light HBV Heater Blower Voltage HC 1. Hydro Carbons (Emissions) 2. High Compression
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HCFD - Header Tank
HCFD Hydraulic Cooling Fan Drive HCR Hardware Change Request HCS High Compression Swirl HCU Hydraulic Control Unit. The module in an ABS system that houses the control valves. HD 1. Heavy Duty 2. High Density 3. Hard Drive HD/LNG Headlining HD/LP Headlamp HD/LS Headless HDD Hard Disk Drive Header Structural member above windshield at juncture with forward edge of roof panel. Header Tank Expansion tank for radiator. May be in unit with radiator core or located separately. HDTV High Definition Television HDW Hardware HE helium. HDDS Homologation Document Distribution System - Web enabled distribution system for National Type Approval (NTA) and Whole Vehicle Type Approval (WVTA) documents HDLTCH Hood Latch Subsystem HDR Header HDT Heavy Duty Truck
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Headers - HEGOHTR
Headers That portion of the exhaust system attached to the cylinder head which provides for expulsion of burned gasses from engine. Headlamp ( s ) ( British ) See Headlights - Main Road Lights Headlight ( s ) Main road lights. Headlining Ceiling inside a car, usually vinyl, but sometimes cloth. Heat Exchanger A device that utilizes exhaust system heat to aid in fuel vaporization. Heat Riser Passage between exhaust and intake manifolds. Heat Sink Metal bracket in end frame of alternator that contains and absorbs heat from diodes. Heat Treatment A combination of heating and cooling operations timed and applied to a metal in a solid state in a way that will produce desired properties. Heavy Metal Racing cars with large displacement engine. Hedf High Speed Electro-Drive Fan HEDFM High Speed Electro-Drive Fan Monitor Heel Outside or larger half of gear tooth. Also, end of brake shoe not against anchor. HEGO Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen sensor HEGO-HTR Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen Sensor Heater HEGOG Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen Sensor Ground HEGOHTR Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen Sensor Heater
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HEGOVM - HET
HEGOVM Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen Sensor Voltage Monitor HEGOX Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen (Signal) HEI High Energy Ignition HEL Helical Helical Shaped like a coil of wire or a screw thread. Helical Gear A gear design where gear teeth are cut at an angle to shaft. Helper application A program for viewing a particular Netscape file format. Each file type may require its own helper application. Hemi Engine with hemispherical combustion chambers. HEPA High Efficiency Particulate Air (filter) HES Hessian HESC Hybrid Electronic Spark Control Hesitation A momentary pause, either before acceleration begins, or in the rate of acceleration, once it has begun. In engine terms, the condition is reflected in the rpm remaining at the prevailing idle speed, or leveling off momentarily. HET Hot Environmental Test HERE Homologation, Environmental and Recycling Engineering. (Part of Environmental and Safety Engineering) HERM Hermosillo (Mexico) Assembly Plant Herringbone Gear A pair of helical gears designed to operate together in form of a V. HERTZ Hertz
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HEV - Hi-Test
HEV Hybrid Electric Vehicle HEW U.S. Department of Health, Education and Welfare HEX 1. Hexadecimal - A numbering system with a radix or base of 16 that is associated with computers. Characters range from 0 through 9 and A through F inclusive, and hence can be represented with only 7 BITs. 2. Hexagon 3. Hexagonal HEX HD HEXAGONAL HEAD hex9 Substance Use Restrictions (WSS M99P9999A). See: <a href="http://webdev.hr.ford.com/ustox/ hex9indx.htm">webdev.hr.ford.com/ust ox/hex9indx.htm</a> HF Hafnium HFAN cooling fan high speed HFC Hydrofluorocarbon HFP High Fuel Pump Hi-Test High-octane motor fuel HHTR HEGO Heater HI 1. Hawaii 2. High HI LNDR HIGHLANDER Hi Pit High Pitch HGE Hinge HGR Hanger HGT Height HH Half-height (computer drive description) HGA Hercules Graphics Adaptor HGB Handels-Gesetz-Buch (German Code of Commerce) HG Mercury (metal)
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HI/WY - Hilborns
HI/WY Highway HIC Head Injury Criteria - An analytical tool currently recommended by the U.S. Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Commission for determining if a blow to the head exceeds the maximum tolerable severity or injury threshold. HICOMP Hot Injector Compensation Strategy HID High Intensity Discharge (type of lighting) High Speed FC Switch High Speed Fan Control Switch High Tension Secondary or induced high voltage electrical current. Circuit includes wiring from ignition distributor cap to coil and to each spark plug. Highlight ( Styling ) Theoretically a path of light described by the intersection of a curved surface and a line or plane becoming tangent to that surface at a constant angle, usually 45 degrees. Highway Direction Sign Highway marker showing the number or name of a highway, often indicating its direction. Highway Marker Plate or sign usually at eye level on the right side of the road that is placed, maintained and protected by public authority to facilitate or to control highway travel. Includes speed limit signs, curve warning signals, Stop signs, etc. HIL Hardware In the Loop Hilborns Fuel injection system manufactured by Hilborn Fuel Injection Engineering Co.
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Hillclimb - HLOS
Hillclimb Speed competition between cars of one or more classes over a closed hill circuit. Cars compete one at a time against the clock. HILNDR Highlander HINGE Tailgate Hinge Subsystem HIPO High Speed Input / PWM Output Channel HIPOT High Potential (voltage testing) HIR Hiroshima, Japan Hiss Continuous sound like air escaping from a balloon. Histogram A chart displaying horizontal or vertical bars, with the length of the bars being in proportion to the values of the data items they represent. HLDI Highway Loss Data Institute HLDR Holder HLE Hole HLF Half HLM "Handles, Locks, Latches and Mechanisms Subsystem" HLOS Hardware Limited Operation Strategy: Same as LOS (see LOS). HLD Hold Hit A successful connection, file transfer, and disconnect between a Web client and a Web server. HK Hook HL Heel
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HLPR - HO2S12
HLPR Helper HM Hausmitteilung (Departmental Communication) HMA High Memory Area - the first 64KB of extended memory above 1MB. HMI Human-Machine Interface HMLG 1. Homologate 2. Homologated 3. Homologating 4. Homologation HMO Hydrous Metal Oxide HMOLADS Hot Melt Off-Line Adhesive Dispense System. Equipment used for the application of Moisture Reactive Hot Melt Adhesive on Bumper Face Bar Guide Brackets. HMR Hammer HMRR High Metal Removal Rate HO 1. High Output 2. Holmium HO2S Heated Oxygen Sensor HO2S11 Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen Sensor upstream, bank#1 see also HEGO. HO2S12 Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen Sensordownstream of catalyst , bank#1. See CMS. HND Hand HND/ST Handset HNDL Handle HNG Hispanic Network Group - one of Ford's officially- recognized employee resource groups. HMTA Hazardous Material Transportation Act
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HO2S21 - Home page
HO2S21 Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen Sensor upstream, bank#2 see HEGO. HO2S21 Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen Sensor upstream, bank#2 see HEGO. HO2S22 Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen Sensordownstream of catalyst , bank# 2. See CMS. Hob Engraved metal cavity or female mold from which plastic pressings are made. Hobby NASCAR stock car racing division for moderate performance cars and amateur drivers. HOD Hood Hog Out To machine part to final shape starting with solid piece of material. Usually refers to removing material to form a dish-like cavity. Hold Racing instruction from pit crew to driver. Means 'Hold position | maintain speed.' HOLD IC Hex Output Latching Driver IC (used on EEEC) Hole Pitch Center distance between machined holes. Holistic Total; all encompassing Home Office An organization that performs the same service or function for every or most programs (e.g., Body Engineering departments do the same work on many programs contrasted with product team which does many kinds of works on a single program). Also described as a Functional Organization. Home page The first page of a Web site; an individual's personal Web page. A document that serves as the entry way for all the information contained in a WWW site.
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Homologated - Homologation Vehicle Sign-Off
Homologated Procedure in which a car manufacturer guarantees that a particular model is produced in series conforming to FIA rules for a given category; i.e., at least 1000 identical units in 12 months to qualify as a Touring car; at least 100 units in 12 months to qualify as a Grand Touring car. Homologation Homologation is the generic term for all actions / approvals required to demonstrate compliance with Regulatory Requirements in order to permit the importation, sale and/or registration of products in given territories. It covers - o Self Certification o Vehicle Type Approval o System Type Approval o Component Type Approval for which separate Definitions are included in MEPS. Please see also the Definitions for - o Compliance Documentation o FMVSS/CMVSS Design Verification o Total Ford Certification Homologation Vehicle Sign-Off Is the Sign-Off from Component Engineering, Concepts and Vehicle Development and Quality Control that the vehicle is built to the atest engineering and marketing level for the territory specified and complies with all existing regulatory requirements for this territory. The Sign-Off will be requested by Car & Truck Homologation (Engineering Sign-Off) and the Pilot Plant (Quality Control Sign-Off) and is given on Form EU232 5. Manufacturing responsibilities for this Sign-Off are detailed in Quality Control Procedure EU VII-a-108 (BA).
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Homologation Vehicles - HOS
Homologation Vehicles Are vehicles built to the agreed engineering and marketing level for the territory specified which are required for tests, inspection and approval by the authorities of the countries in which they are to be marketed. The timing of such vehicles is critical since failure to meet the public sales date would jeopardize entry into the market. It may be necessary for such vehicles to be built before Production Process Proveout Programme (4P), i.e. Functional Build Units. It is essential that the Product Development and Sales specifications, performance and handling features appropriate to 4P release for the country of destination are achieved and checked. HON HONEY Hone An abrasive tool for correcting small irregularities or differences in diameter in an engine cylinder, brake cylinder, etc. Honker Exceptionally fast car HOS Hose Honking Full speed Hood Hinged panel providing access to the engine compartment. HOOD Hood Subsystem Hop-Up 1. Upward change of direction of a surface or line. 2. Supertune engine. HOR Hour HORN Horn Subsystem Horse Car ( also Pony Car ) Ford Mustang Horsepower Energy required to lift 550 lb. 1 ft. in 1 sec. HORZ Horizontal
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Hoshin Planning - HPHR
Hoshin Planning A planning technique that derives its name from the Japanese term hoshin kanri, which means "shining metal" and "pointing direction." This planning method uses relatively short term, high impact goals to achieve breakthrough improvements in company performance. [Duncan, William L., Total Quality Key Terms and Concepts, 1995.] Host A server connected to the Internet; a computer which contains Home Pages on the Internet. Hot Spot Refers to a comparatively thin section of wall between intake and exhaust manifolds of an engine to allow hot exhaust gases to heat comparatively cool incoming mixture. Also, designates local areas of cooling system that have attained above average temperatures. Hotchkiss Drive A driving axle design in which axle torque is absorbed by chassis springs or control arms. Hotlink See link. HOTS Heard On The Street - This is an interactive web site for Ford employees and is accessed from the home page by clicking on "Corporate Intelligence". It appears in the "Corporate Intelligence" window as H.O.T.S. Houdaille ( s ) Shock absorbers named for their manufacturer. Housing Lance A projection that mates with a slot that allows for snap-fit of two pieces. HOV High Occupancy Vehicle HP 1. Hewlett-Packard Company 2. Horsepower HPGL Hewlett-Packard Graphics Language (code used by pen plotters or emulated by certain laser printers) HPHR High Pressure High Resistance Fuel Injector
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HPIB - HRS
HPIB Hewlett-Packard Interface Bus HPLC High Pressure Liquid Chromatography HPP Highland Park Plant HR HAIR HR Human Resources HR 1. Head Room 2. Hot Rolled HR15N Rockwell Hardness 15-n-scale HR30N Rockwell Hardness 30-n-scale HRA Human Resource Associate HRA Rockwell Hardness A-Scale HRB Rockwell Hardness B-scale HRS Hot Rolled Steel HRNS Harness HRN Horn HRLC Hot Rolled Low Carbon hrl Homologation Requirement Letter HRIN Human Resource Information Network HRIMS Human Resource Information Management Systems HRH Rockwell Hardness H-Scale HRG Rockwell Hardness G-Scale HRF Rockwell Hardness F-Scale HRD Hard HRC Rockwell Hardness C-Scale
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HS - HTH
HS House HSAP Hermosillo Stamping and Assembly Plant HSC High Swirl Combustion HSDI High speed, direct injection HSET High Sided Electronic Transmission Driver HSG Housing HSI High Speed Input HSLA High Strength Low Alloy - Steel HSM 1. High Speed Machining 2. Hierarchical Storage Management HSO High Speed Output HSP Hasp HTH Hitch HTFB Hard Tooled Functional Build ( HTFB ) - Manufacturing's first build event to verify the tooling, processes and assembly sequences utilizing hard tooled parts (Non-PSW) and production final assembly tooling. Units will be built in the designated assembly plant. All changes from CP evaluations will have been incorporated into the parts and tooling. Units are non-saleable. HT 1. Heavy Truck 2. Heat HT/SNK Heatsink HTCH Hatch HST Hoist HST High Speed Track at DPG HSS High Strength Steel
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HTR - HW
HTR Heating/Defrosting Subsystem HTR Heater HTRM HEGO Sensor Heater Voltage Monitor http HyperText Transfer Protocol - used by the web server or browser to link and transfer HyperText documents. Hubcap Decorative circular metal disc covering hub or road wheel, lugs, nuts, etc. (See Disc and Wheelcover.) HUD 1. Heads Up Display -- projects dashboard information such as speed, turn signal indicators, etc. to the driver in such a way that it appears as a ghost image in the windshield, enabling the driver to avoid losing their view of the road while driving. 2. (Federal Department of) Housing and Urban Huffer Supercharger Hum Continuous sound of varying frequencies, like a wire humming in the wind. HUMSNS Humidity Sensor Hurdle Rate Minimum rate HV High Voltage HVAC Heating Ventilating and Air Conditioning HVP Hdndlerverkaufplanung (=engl.: Dealer Business Planning) HVY Heavy HW Hardware HUK Verbank Der Haftpflicht- und Kaskoversccherer (Association of Liability & Comprehensive Insurance HUK (Verband) der Haftpflicht Und Kaskoversicherer
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HWFET - HYDRSTC
HWFET HighWay Fuel Economy Test - The acronym FUDS is in the data base. FUDS and HWFET are conducted in sequence to determine the "city" and "highway" fuel consumption values for the label which is pasted in the window of new cars. The tests are also used to verify compliance with EPA emission standards. HWS Heated Windshield HYBRD Hybrid HYD Hydraulic HYD/VAC Hydraulic Vacuum Hydraulic Pertains to fluids in motion, such as hydraulically operated brakes, hydraulic torque converters, power steering, etc. Hydraulic Brake System System in which brake operation and control utilizes hydraulic brake fluid. Hydraulic Damper See Shock Absorber Hydrocarbon Any compound composed entirely of carbon and hydrogen. Hydrocarbon Engine An engine using petroleum products, such as gas, liquefied gas, gasoline, kerosene or fuel oil as a fuel. Hydrometer An instrument for determining state of charge in a battery by measuring specific gravity of electrolyte. Hydroplanning Phenomenon which occurs when the tires of a vehicle slide over or plane on the surface of a pavement flooded with water. Hydrostatic Gauge Used in referring to gauges, such as a gasoline tank gauge, where depth of gasoline in tank controls air in connecting line to instrument which registers depth on a scale or dial. HYDRSTC Hydrostatic
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HYMATIC - HZ
HYMATIC Hydraulic multiplate active traction intelligent control HYP Hypoid Hyperlink graphics A hyperlinked graphic (see hyperlinks) that can be acticated and viewed. They generally have larger file sizes. Hyperlinks Hyperlinks are HTML codes, which allow readers to jump from one hypertext document to another or to another place on a page, through the use of anchors - the HTML command used to define the pathname to a linked document. Hyperlinks are usually shown as underlines and colored text. HyperText Electronic documents that have links to other documents. HyperText link An image or an underlined word or phrase in a Web document that links to another Web document. HyperText Markup Language ( HTML ) The language used to mark text in a Web document; Web browsers interpret HTML and display formatting as indicated by the markup tags. A collection of styles used to define the various components of a Web document. HyperText Transfer Protocol ( HTTP ) The protocol used by the Web server and or Web browser to link and transfer hypertext documents. Hypoid Gears A design of pinion and ring gear where center line of pinion is offset from center line of ring gear. HZ Hertz (Cycle Per Second)
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I - IAC Valve
I Iodine I/B Inboard I/BD INBOARD I/CLUS Instrument Cluster I/COMP Incomplete I/F Intermediate Frequency I/LN In Line I/O 1. Input/Output (such as PLC I/O) 2. Bi-Directional Channel I/PNL Instrument Panel I/R Inside Radius I/S Inside I/S/O International Standards Organization IABPV Idle Air ByPass Valve IAC Idle Air Control IAC Thermal Valve Idle Air Control Thermal Valve IAC Valve Idle Air Control Valve IA Duct Intake Air Duct IA System Intake Air System IAA Initial Application Area - The first area of a plant in which FPS is tried. Similar to a Pilot area in the Ford Total Productive Maintenance (FTPM) system. IA 1. Intake Air 2. Iowa I6 In-line Six Cylinder Engine I4 In-line Four Cylinder Engine
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IACDTCY - ICBA
IACDTCY Idle Air Control Duty Cycle IACT Integrated Air Charge Temperature Sensor IAD International Automotive Design IAM Integrated Air Fuel Module iap individual action plan IAQ Indoor Air Quality IAR Integral Alternator Regulator IAS Inlet Air Solenoid IAT Intake Air Temperature IAT Sensor Intake Air Temperature Sensor IATA International Air Freight Association ICBA Intra Company Buying Authority ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization IC 1. Integrated Circuit 2. Internal Combustion 3. Ignition Control IBR Injector Ballast Resistor ibpr inventory budget performance reporting IBM International Business Machines IB5 Ford 5 Speed Manual Transmission IAW In Accordance With IB INTEGRATED BUILD - PART OF THE NORMAL FORD PROGRAM VEHICLE BUILD VEHICLES AFTER CONTINUOUS BUILD BUT PRIOR TO SYSTEM FILL.
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ICBO - IDDC
ICBO International Conference of Building Officials ICC Interstate Commerce Commission ICCD Intensified Customer Concern Database - LVC and TVC tool used to get owner comments back to the design centers quickly. ICCS Intelligent Cruise Control ICE In-Car Entertainment ICE ICE/R/ING ICE In-Circuit Emulator ICLUST Instrument Cluster Subsystem ICM Ignition Control Module icp instrument control panel ID Inside Diameter IDC Insulation Displacement Connector IDDC Inverted Delta Designator Code ID 1. Identification 2. Idaho ICWA International Car Wash Association ICS Interpersonal Communication Skills ICS InterCompany Settlement System ICT Inlet Air Control ICS Industrial Computing Society ICR (Intelligent Character Recognition) Hand printing recognition abilities.
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IDE - IF
IDE 1. Intelligent Drive Electronics 2. Integrated Device Electronics (drive controller) IDEA International Design and Engineering Assessment IDENT 1. Identify 2. Identification IDHL Immediate Danger to Health and Life IDI Indirect Injection Idiot Lights Warning lights on an instrument panel which glow red when something in the engine goes wrong; e.g., low oil pressure. IDL 1. Idle 2. Idlr Idle Refers to engine operating at its slowest speed with a vehicle not in motion. IEL International Export Logistics - The successor organision of International KD Logistics and Technology Support Operations (KD Ops) IEO International Export Operations IEO Industrial Engine Operations IF 1. Investigate through Feasibility 2. Intermediate Frequency IDM Ignition Drive Module IDM Ignition Diagnostic Monitor IE Industrial Engineering IEC International Electrical Commission IEEE Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers
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IFE - Ignition Distributor
IFE Instantaneous Fuel Economy IFES Integrated Front End Systems Composite radiator support panel integrates rad support, GOR, and fan shroud functions into a one-piece structural composite panel. IFI Indirect Fuel Injection IFPC Integrated Fuel Pump Controller IFS 1. Independent Front Suspension 2. Inertia Fuel Shutoff 3. Institutional File System IFS Switch Inertia Fuel Shutoff Switch IGBT Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor IGER Industrial Gas Electric Rider IGGND Ignition Ground IGGNDS Ignition Ground Shield IGGNO Ignition Ground IGN 1. Ignite 2. Ignition 3. Ignitor Ignition Distributor An electrical device usually containing curcuit breaker for primary circuit and providing a means for conveying secondary or high tension current to spark plug wires as required. IGES Initial Graphics Exchange Specification - A format for exchanging data between CADCAM systems. Although IGES was intended to be a "neutral" format, its most effective use is with "flavored" translator software that compensates for the nuances of both the source CADCAM system and the target CADCAM system.
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Ignition System - Images
Ignition System Means for igniting fuel in cylinders. Includes spark plugs, wiring, ignition distributor, ignition coil and source of electrical current supply. IH or IHC International Harvester Corporation (Trucks and Farm Equipment) IHC Intake Heat Control IHDB Includes Hubs, Drums, & Brakes IHFS Internal Hem Flange Sealer IHK Industrie- und Handels-Kammer (Chamber of Commerce) IHP Indicated Horsepower IIEC Inter-Industry Emission Control IL 1. Investigation Letter 2. Illinois Images The graphics, pictures or photographs that are displayed on Web pages. IM Ignition Monitor ILVS In-Line Vehicle Sequencing Term used to describe the sequencing of supplier compon ents in the order of the vehicle build sequence at the assembly plant. ILVS In Line Vehicle Sequencing Sequencing of components in the order they are used in the assemply plant. ILLUM Interior Illumination Subsystem ILLUS Illustrate ILO In Lieu Of (Instead of) ILUM 1. Illuminate 2. Illumination 3. Illuminated
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Imaginary Line - IMPG
Imaginary Line Phantom line showing mating part, alternate position, etc. IMC ISO Modular Cartons -- range of modular expendable (single-trip) cartons for packaging production parts for export shipments. IMCC Intake Manifold Communication Control IMCCM Inlet Manifold Communicator Control Module IMCO Improved Combustion IMD Ignition Monitor Detect IMEP Indicated Mean Effective Pressure IMM Injection Molding Machine IMMSA Industrias Metalicas de Monterrey SA. IMPG 1. Impinge 2. Impinged 3. Impinging 4. Impingement IMO 1. Ignition Monitor Detect 2. International Maritime Organization IMOG Interagency Manufacturing Operations Group IMP Impact Impact Matrix Summary of key program attributes in seven categories. The attributes are investment, revenue, part/panel count, variable cost, weight, quality, material, change to manufacturing process, change to assembly process, and change to sourcing. The categories are exterior, interior, feature, functions regulation/policy, technology, and powertrain. A matrix is prepared for each architectural alternative studied in support of the decision at Program Implementation <PI>. IMPEL Impeller
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IMPL - IMRP
IMPL Implement Implementation Readiness 1) The second phase of a new technology based on definition of technical and business parameters, establishment of an implementation plan, acceptance of technical and business objectives, and concurrences of the cross-functional team (PMT). 2) Analysis and/or surrogate testing indicate(s) that the technology has been sufficiently developed so that a Chief Program Engineer is confident the idea can be taken to production meeting functional, manufacturing and financial deliverables. Import The task of converting a file in a foreign format to the format of the program being employed. IMPRG 1. Impregnate 2. Impregnated 3. Impregnation Improvement Cycle A step-by-step approach used to prevent defects. The cycle starts with symptom identification, goes to problem description, and ends with improvement implementation. Components in the cycle include: adherence, analysis, improvement, and standardization. When the cycle is sytematically adhered to, we have created a reliable method. IMPRT Important IMPRV Improvement IMPUL Impulse IMR Intelligence Marketing Research IMRC Intake Manifold Runner Control IMRCM Intake Manifold Runner Control Monitor IMRP Intake Manifold Runner Control Position
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IMRS - In-process Stock
IMRS 1. Immerse 2. Immersed 3. Immersing 4.Iimmersion IMS (1) Information Management Systems An IBM mainframe database that uses a hierarchical storage architecture. In comparison, DB2 and Oracle are relational databases and Gemstone is an object-oriented database. (2) Inferre Mileage Sensor IMSA International Motor Sports Association IMSL International Mathematical Statistical Library IMT Intake Manifold Tuning, aka IMCC IN 1. Inch 2. Indiana 3. Indium IN LB Inch-Pound In Process Measures Periodic measurements of product or process which can be evaluated against designed, pre-set values to provide feedback for corrective actions, prior to completion of the task. In the Chute Drag racing car positioned in staging area. In-Cycle Investment Tooling, facilities, launch and engineering costs for planned in-cycle freshenings, regulatory actions, and product related merchandising programs. In-Line Term used to describe an engine in which cylinders are placed in a straight line; i.e., Four Cylinder In-Line. In-process Stock Area used for storage of in-process items such as banks of built-up hoods, doors, or other fail-safe buffers between a sub-assembly and the built-up component linefeed.
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In-White-Parts - Inching
In-White-Parts Parts made to drawings in plant or purchased in a range of colours the unpainted version of which is identified by the letter "W" in the Suffix of the Part Number immediately following the Change Level Indicator. Inactive Record ( GIS1, GIS2 ) Also called Inactive Dead/Files. Information that is not regularly required for reference during the normal course of business, but does need to be retained for business, quality, tax, or legal requirements. Inactive dead/ files should be stored in a "dead file." While the type of dead file and dead file storage capabilities available may vary depending on location, all dead files must carry sufficient information for identification, retrieval and disposal. Inactive dead/files with open ended disposal dates such as LU, C, O or I must be reviewed every five years to ensure that their status has not changed. NOTE: Although you no longer are required to identify individual or composite file records with a Record Retention Schedule Number, archive boxes sent to Highland Park must carry the Schedule Number relevant to the record series of the documents being stored. Inching Moving a cutting tool or a workpiece by slow and short distances until the right position is reached.
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Included Angle - Indirect Labor
Included Angle Combined angles of camber and steering axis inclination. Incremental Volume The additional volume from introduction of a new product. It is equal to sales of the new product less substitution for existing products. Incurred Economics Spending at incurred economics represents ACTUAL dollars spent. A cost estimate made at incurred economics, for example, usually consists of a cost estimate in today's dollars plus an adjustment for expected price inflation. IND Indicator INDCT 1. Induct 2. Induction INDEP Independent Independent Suspension A construction in which wheel on one side of vehicle may rise or fall independently of wheel on other side. Indicator Codes (Standard/Utility Parts) These codes are input by Engineering Standards against FCN Standard/Utility Part records to obtain mechanised output and to facilitate - o complexity reporting o separate Car and Truck "OK-TO-USE LISTS" o selective listings of approved but restricted parts o monitoring unauthorised releasing of arts. Indirect Labor Labor performed in support of the manufacturing process, but not directly on the product.
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Individual Official Record ( GIS1, GIS2 ) - Industrial Designer
Individual Official Record ( GIS1, GIS2 ) An Individual Official Record is designated or selected by the originator or the person who has final signatory or issuing authority. In most instances, the originator of the record retains it. Other characteristics of an Individual Official Record include: It must be retained until the disposal date identified in the Record Series or your department Document / Record Matrix in the EKB Global Record Matrix Book; It must be the final and/or complete version; As of January 1, 1999, electronically created Official Records must be stored electronically, either in a centrally administered system or on the Ford Intranet; Exceptions to electronic storage of Official Records may include multi-part forms, records from external non-Ford sources, composite files, and corporate forms available only in hard copy. INDS Industrial INDT 1. Indent 2. Indented 3. Indenting Induction Influence of magnetic fields of different strength not electrically connected to one another. Induction Backfire An explosion occurring through the carburetor and air cleaner. Induction Coil Essentially a transformer which, through induction, creates a high tension current by means of an increase in voltage. Induction Hardening Method of heating cast iron (valve seats, for example) to approximately 1700 deg F, which hardens it to a depth of .05 to .08 in. Industrial Designer An individual in Corporate Design (or at a FSS) who develops Appearance Concepts
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Industrial Relations (ORG) - InfoNet Pathfinders
Industrial Relations (ORG) Is Industrial Relation Ford of Britain and/or Industrial Relations - Truck Operations Ford of Britain and/or Industrial Relations Ford of Germany and/or Industrial Relations Ford of Spain and/or Industrial Relations Ford of France and/or Industrial Relations Ford of Europe INDX Index Indy Nickname for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the Indianapolis '500' Sweepstakes. INEL Idaho National Engineering Laboratory Inertia A physical law that tends to keep a motionless body at rest or keep a moving body in motion. Effort is required to start a mass moving or to retard it once it is in motion. InfoNet InfoNet is a collection of web sites that have been compiled through the InfoNet registration process. From InfoNet, you can browse lists of sites by subject, organisation, or A-Z title, and also search registered sites using keywords and terms. InfoNet Pathfinders Pathfinders are summary reports for key information sources on a selected topic. They provide access information to key databases and other relevant sources which have been evaluated by information professionals for use. Pathfinders of this type are held primarily in InfoNet on the Ford Web, a.k.a. InfoNet pathfinders.<p> See <a href="http://www.ctis.ford.com/infonet/ path.htm">http://www.ctis.ford.com/inf onet/path.htm</a> INFL 1. Iinflate 2. Inflated 3. Inflation 4. Inflator INFO "INFORMATION, GAUGE, AND WARNING GROUP" INFO Information
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Information - Initial Assumptions
Information Data which is organized and linked and presented in context. Includes both records and documents. Examples include a business plan, an FCN broadcast, a web page. Information Copy / Uncontrolled Copy A photocopy of an original record, or a quality record that is downloaded or printed. Information Management The processes by which information is created, published, managed, located, viewed, analyzed, and collaborated upon. Descriptions contained in "Your Guide to Managing Ford's Information." Information Systems ( IS ) ( GIS1 ) Records related to computer hardware, peripheral equipment, systems project control, and software programs. Information Systems (IS) Architecture Ford's logical interconnection of components that provide services to the architecture's users. The IS Architecture is composed of the following architectures: Application, Data, Technology, Development, Management and Organization. INFRD Inferred INHIB Inhibitor Inhibitor A material to restrain or hinder some unwanted action. Example: a rust inhibitor added to cooling systems to retard formation of rust. Initial Assumptions The basis for appropriate vehicle systems alternative definitions for hardpoints, powertrain, and criteria for evaluating alternative sets. Initial assumptions are used to develop affordable targets and the Total Program Work Plan.
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Initial Chief Engineers SignOff Assessment - Inline Graphic
Initial Chief Engineers SignOff Assessment Sign-off prototypes representative of Job #1 design level and meet objectives. Changes after this date are primarily the result of manufacturing/assembly issues (APR's). Initial F/CMVSS Manufacturing Certification Testign This is the testing conducted or arranged by Manufacturing to verify production part compliance with all applicable F/CMVSS as specified in engineering specifications which will also be maintained on Ford products marketed in the United States, Canada and their territories. Manufacturing Certification is carried out in accordance with Manufacturing Procedure EU-I-5 and EU-VII-a112(BA) and is required to support the Total Ford Certification for compliance with FMVSS/CMVSS. Initial Sample Report A small quantity of parts which are checked to every dimensional and test requirement of the Ford part drawing. Initial samples are produced from production tooling and process and normally in a run of at least 300 units. INITR Initiator INJ Injector INJ1 Injector Bank #1 or Injector #1 INJ2 Injector Bank #2 or Injector #2 Injected Engine equipped with fuel injection system. Injectors Units that feed fuel directly into engine through metering devices. INJn Injector Bank Inlet Valve See Intake Valve Inline Graphic A decorative graphic that is downloaded and displayed as part of the Web Page. They generally have small file sizes.
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Inline Images (graphics) - INSP
Inline Images (graphics) A graphic (or image) displayed within a Web Page. INLT Inlet Innovation (Applies learning for competitive advantage.) Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility in getting the job done. Applies lessons learned from successes as well as failures to improve future results. Seeks out alternatives and new ways of doing business. (Ford Leadership Behavior) INP Input Input Shaft Transmission shaft which receives power from engine and transmits it to transmission gears. INR Inner INRT Inertia INS 1. Insulate 2. Insulating 3. Insulation 4. Insulator 5. Insulated Inset Bumper Bumper flush with body INSG Insignia Inside/Outside Engineering The process of engineering the outside of the vehicle (exterior and interior) simultaneously around the structure (inside) of the vehicle INSP 1. Inspect 2. Inspection 3. Inspector
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Inspection - INSUL
Inspection Comparing parts coming out of a process with a standard and removing those that do not conform. There are two types of inspection: self check and source inspection. In self inspection, an operator checks his/her work before passing it to the next process. In source inspection, preventive action is taken at the error stage. This prevents errors from becoming defects in the first place. Source inspection involves looking for the use of defects in the five elements of production: operator, materials, method, machine, and information. Inspection Studies Studies to better define and improve understanding of troubles and areas of product dissatisfaction reported by owners through actual inspection of the owner' vehicles. Ford Experts discuss owners concerns directly with the owners, and inspect and drive their vehicles. INSRT Insert INST Instruction Installation Sketches See Engineering Drafting Standards Manual INSTL 1. Install 2. Installation INSTN Instrumentation INSTR Instrument Instrument Panel ( I/P ) Portion of interior extending from door to door directly in front of driver, containing gauges and controls for operating vehicle. Instruments Dials and gauges that reveal the condition of the vehicle; i.e., its speed, engine temperature, etc. INSUL Sound and Heat Control Subsysem (Body)
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Insulation - Intelligent Database
Insulation Any material, which does not conduct electricity, used to prevent leakage of current from a conductor. Also, a material which does not readily conduct heat. Insulator A nonconducting material or shield convering an electrical conductor. INT Internal INT LOB Internal Lobed (torx) INT TTH LK Internal Tooth Lock Intake Opening in surface to allow air to flow in, usually to cool brakes, engine or occupants. Intake Manifold or Inlet Pipe Tube or housing used to conduct airfuel mixture from carburetor to engine cylinders. Intake Valve A valve which permits a fluid or gas to enter a chamber and seals against exit. INTCP 1. Intercept 2. Intercepted 3. Intercepting 4. Intercepter Integral Formed as a unit with another part. Integrated Build A predetermined number of saleable units per hour on the assembly line with the previous model. Production workers are trained on new processes, and design and quality concerns are identified and corrected. The integrated build occurs at six weeks before Job #1. The following part type is required: ISW. Integrity (Does the right thing.) Exemplifies honesty and maintains trustworthiness. Demonstrates dependability. Exercises principled judgment. (Ford Leadership Behavior) Intelligent Database A database containing knowledge about the content of its data. A set of validation criteria is stored with each field of data.
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Intensify - Internal Combustion
Intensify To increase or concentrate. Example voltage of an electrical current. Interchangeability Interchangeability is the condition that exists when parts or assemblies are completely interchangeable physically, functionally and in usage within and between product ranges or end products, that is - Physical Interchangeability requires that either part can be used in place of the other for all applications of both parts. Functional Interchangeability requires that either part can be used in place of the other and meet all functional requirements. Usage Interchangeability requires that either part can be used in place of the other in all applicationsand meet all usage requirements as to appearance, utility and quality. NOTE Interchangeability is always affected when compliance with regulatory requirements is involved and recertification / re-homolo-gation is required. Intergraph CADCAM system marketed by Intergraph Corp Interim Containment Action ( ICA ) An action that prevents the symptoms resulting from one or more problems from being experienced by persons, organizations, or classes of drivers. An ICA is kept in place until verified Permanent Corrective Actions can be implemented. An ICA may be derived from an Emergency Response Action ( D3 Action ). Interlock See firewall. INTERM Intermediate Intermediate Gear Transmission gear or gears between low and high. Intermittent Motion or action that occurs at intervals. Internal Activities Activities that must be performed while the machine is shut down. Internal Combustion Burning of a fuel within an enclosed space.
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Internal Knowledge Processing ( Thinking ) - INTLGT
Internal Knowledge Processing ( Thinking ) May also be referred to as Thinking. It is the process by which we analyze information, link it with other information, compare it with what we already know, and add value by deciding what to do about it or drawing conclusions. Internet International network of computer networks. Provides access to information. The hardware and software that supports the connection of networks to each other allowing a computer anywhere in the world to be able to communicate with another computer as long as both computers are part of networks that use the same network protocol: TCP/IP. Internet Protocol (IP) A standard for communicating over the network. Internet service Internet services include e-mail, FTP, gopher, telnet, Usenet News, WAIS and the World Wide Web. Internet service provider A company that connects businesses and individuals to the internet. Interrupter See Circuit Breaker Intersection Any meeting or crossing of two or more public roads. INTFER Interference INTG 1. Integrate 2. Integrated 3. Integrating INTGL Integral INTK Intake INTL Initial INTLF Interleaf INTLGT Interior Lighting
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INTR - IP
INTR 1. Interior 2. Inter INTR/CLR Inter Cooler intranet Term for using Internet and World Wide Web (WWW) technology on an internal network -- Ford's Intranet runs on web serving computers inside the Company and is secured from access by people outside the Company. INTRFC Interface INTRIM Interior Trim and Ornamentation Subsystem INTRLK Interlock INTRP INTERRUPT/ING/TER INTRVL Interval INTRVTN Intervention IP Injection Pressure Sensor (sensor used to determine engine fuel pressure in the fuel rail). INV 1. Invert 2. Inverted Investment See Expenditures. Investment Write-off Depreciation and amortization IO Insurance Operations IOD Integral Overdrive IP Instrument Panel and Console Subsystem INTS 1. Intense 2. Intensity 3. Intensive
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IP - IPO
IP 1. In-Process Testing (IP) is the program of engineering tests and evaluations conducted by Manufacturing/the Supplier to demonstrate the ability of the production process (Process Capability) to consistently produce parts that meet the engineering requirements (InProcess Test Phase 1, i.e. IP-1) and to ensure that parts from the production process continue to meet the design intent/engineering requirements (InProcess Test Phase 2, i.e. IP-2). This is a Manufacturing responsibility. IP-1 In Process Phase 1 -Tests IP-2 In Process Phase 2 -Tests ipa in process assembly IPC Inlet Port Closes IPMF In Plant Material Flow IPMS Inventory Performance Monitoring System IPO Inlet Port Opens IPM Inches Per Minute IPM Initial Production Month IPL Initial Programme Loading IPD Into Plant Date - The date on which material for any New Model Launch program or sub-program, beginning with the Production Proveout Build (PPB - which includes TTO and 1PP), is to be received at the VO build location or designated material staging warehouse. Formerly called MRD (Material Required Date). IPDB Integrated Product and process Data Base IPIS Integriertes Personal Information System
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IPR - IS
IPR Injection Pressure Regulator (diesel) IPS 1. In-cylinder Pressure Sensor 2. Interrupts Per Second 3. Inches Per Second IPS, Injector Pressure Sensor Senses injection pressure by measuring difference between fuel pressure and map. IPSO 1. Industrial Parts Supply Operations 2. Industrial Product Sales Organisation IPW Injector Pulse Width IR Inspector's Report - Ford Customer Service Division Quality Rejection / Discrepancy Notice IR Infrared IR 1. Initial Release 2. Industrial Relations 3. Iridium IS Interface Specification IRR Internal rate of return IRREG Irregular IRS Independent Rear Suspension IRT In Response To IRANOR Instituto Nacional De Racionalizacion Y Normalizacion (Spanish Standards Institute) IRCM Integrated Relay Control Module IRI Industrial Risk Insurers (corporate insurance provider) IRQ Interrupt Request
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Is / Is Not - ise
Is / Is Not A tool used to quantify and organize factual data which describes the problem. The what, where, when, and how big principle of questioning against the problem statement is used to provide data relative to the situation being analyzed. ISA 1. Instrument Society of America 2. Industry Standard Architecture (type of computer bus) ISAC International Supplier Advisory Council ISC Idle Speed Control ISC Actuator Idle Speed Control Actuator ISC Solenoid Vacuum Valve Idle Speed Control Solenoid Vacuum Valve ISC-BPA Idle Speed Control - Bypass Air ISC-PW Idle Speed Control - Pulse Width Drive (BPA Type) ISCSMA,B Idle Speed Control Stepper Motor Winding A or B ISDN Integrated Services Digital Network ise International Service Employee : Ford employee that is working on foreign assignment. ISC-CC Idle Speed Control - Constant Current (BPA Type) ISC-DCM Idle Speed Control - Direct Current Motor ISC-ENA Idle Speed Control - DC Motor, Enable - The control signal from the engine computer to the ISC motor. ISC-F/R Idle Speed Control - DC Motor, Forward/Reverse - The control signal from the engine computer that determines ISC motor direction.
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ise - ISO 9002
ise Interior Subsystems Engineering ISFC Indicated Specific Fuel Consumption Ishikawa Diagram Cause and Effect Diagram - A graphical method used to identify the relationship of causes and sub-causes to an identified effect. ISHM International Society for Hybrid Microelectronics ISIR 1. Industrial Speed Inspection Run 2. Initial Sample Inspection Report ISIS Integrated Stamping Information System Isky Nickname for Iskenderian; manufacturer of special racing camshafts and related speed parts. ISLT Isolator ISO International Organization for Standardization (previously International Standards Organization). A worldwide federation of national standards bodies from some 100 countries. ISO is a non-governmental organization established in 194 7. ISO's work results in international agreements which are published as international standards. ISO 9000 Universal set of quality systems standards developed by ISO. ISO 9001 Model for quality assurance in design, development, production, installation and service. ISO 9002 Model for quality assurance in production, installation, and service. ISM Inside of Metal ISM Internal Service Message
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ISO 9003 - Iterative
ISO 9003 Model for quality assurance in final inspection and test. ISO CL Format for NC data. ISP "InterOperable Systems Project, Fieldbus" ISPC In Station Process Control ISPF Interactive System Productivity Facility ISR Information Systems Request ISR Initial Sample Report. Performed after an Initial Sample Warrant. See ISW. ISR/ISIR Initial Sample Report/Initial Sample Inspection Report - An initial sample is a small quantity of parts which are checked to every dimensional and test requirement of the Ford part drawing. Initial samples are produced from production tooling and process and normally in a run of at least 300 units. Issue-to-Issue The profit change or variance analysis for one profit forecast compared with the previous forecast. ISW Initial Sample Warrant - Report of the test results of the initial sample. The initial sample is a small quantity of parts that are checked against every dimensional and test requirement of the Ford part drawing. Initial samples must be produced from production tooling and process, and normally in a run of at least 300 units. The initial Sample Warrant replaces the Initial Sample Report. Iterative Repetitive
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ITI - IWS
ITI Industrial Technology Institute ITM Item ITO in terms of ITRMT 1. intermit 2. Intermittent ITS Idle Tracking Switch ITWC Inertia Test Weight Class IVC Intake Valve Closes IVD Interactive Vehicle Dynamics IVGP Interactive Valve Generating Program IVHS Intelligent Vehicle Highway System IWS Intelligent Work Stations IWC Inertia Weight Class IVS Intelligent Vehicle System IVLS In-line Vehicle Scheduling System IVO Intake Valve Opens IVPWR Internal Power Supply Voltage IVLS In-Line Vehicle Sequencing - a timebased manufacturing strategy, which allows for the sequenced production of vehicles and enables the sequenced delivery of parts.
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J1 - JEIDA
J1 Job #1 Milestone - The Program Manager's approval to start mass production. JA January JAC Joint Apprenticeship Committee JAEC John Andrews Engineering Centre JAG Jaguar Motor Company JAGUS Jaguar Jalopy 1. NASCAR competition class 2. An old, battered automobile JAMA Japanese Automobile Manufacturers Assoc. JATCO Japan Automatic Transmission Company JCA Japanese Cost Advantages JCL Jaguar Cars, Ltd. JCT Junction JDI Just do it! JEIDA Japanese Electronic Industry Development Association Java Sun developed this programming language for World Wide Web applications. It was modeled after C++. Java programs are called from within HTML documents. Java A programming language that supports the creation of distributed programs, called "applets", whose functionality can be easily and flexibly split between a client computer and the server that it's connected to.
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JFIF - JMP
JFIF JPEG File Interchange Format. A file format used for exchanging JPEG images between computer systems. (See JPEG) JIC Joint Industry Conference JIKODA The idea of having easily visible signs that show the state of operation of a process. Red, Green and Yellow lights that indicate stop, go or potential problems are examples. Jimmy 1. GMC truck or engine modified for drag racing 2. GMC 4-wheel drive truck. JIS Japanese Industrial Standards JIT (Just-In-Time) Just In Time - The process of providing a specific quality or level of product or service to the point of use immediately prior to the actual use of the product or service. Providing product and service "just in time" minimizes in-process and transit float (inventory), and provides faster response and turnaround with minimum product obsolescence and maximum service time- and costefficiency. The JIT process improves overall quality, availability, and utilization of the finished product or service e.g., Just-In-Time Transportation, Just-In-Time Manufacturing, Just-In-Time Training. JK 1. Jack 2. Jacking JK/SHFT Jackshaft JKT Jacket JL July JMP Jump
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JMPR - JPEG ( Joint Photographic Experts Group )
JMPR Jumper JN June JNA Jaguar North America includes the United States, Canada and Mexico JNC Jounce JNL Journal Job 1 First Production Build Job 1-Level Design Program representative design parts within production design tolerances that support manufacturing and assembly feasibility, hardpoints, sections, joints, and the styled math surface. Job #1level design parts meets program targets of cost, function, weight, etc. The Confirmation Prototype is built with Job #1-level design parts. Joint ( British ) Gasket Joint Development Supplier Is one of two or more Development Suppliers working jointly on the development of a new part. The resulting parts will be common in respect of function/performance/interchangability but may not be identical in every detail. Prototype parts must be obtained from all Suppliers as specified on the Prototype Order. All of these Suppliers will be production sources for the program. Jounce Clearance Clearance between wheel and wheelhouse or well. Journal 1. Portion of rotating shaft which runs in bearings. 2. That part of a shaft or axle in actual contact with bearing. JPEG ( Joint Photographic Experts Group ) A format used to store image files displayable by a browser. An ISO/ITU standard for compressing still images. Popular due to its high compression capability, it uses discrete cosine transform, and provides lossy compression with ratios up to 100:1 and higher.
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JPH - JWL
JPH Jobs Per Hour JPMT Joint Program Management Team JT Joint JTE Jute JTV Joint Technology Venture Juice 1. Racing fuel blends 2. Electrical current Jump To leave starting line before the green light. Jump Spark A high tension electrical current which jumps through the air from one terminal to another. Junk Ring A flexible ring used in cylinder head to provide a seal with inner sleeve of a sleeve valve engine. Junker ( Trade Slang ) Used car or trade-in suited for the junk heap. Just-in-Time A system for producing and delivering the right items at the right time in the right amounts. Just-in-Time approaches just-on-time when upstream activities occur minutes or seconds before downstream activities. At this point, single-piece flow is possible. The key elements of Just-in-Time are flow, pull, standard work (with standard in-process inventories), and target time. A philosophy of waste elimination. In a just-in-time environment, the underlying operating principle is that anything that does not add value is eliminated or minimized to the greatest possible extent. In manufacturing, all inventory, queue time, and labor that are not required are targeted for reduction. [Duncan, William L., Total Quality Key Terms and Concepts, 1995.] JV Joint Venture JWL Jewel
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K - Kanban
K 1. Potassium 2. 1000 K Kelvin - thermometric scale. K&C Kinematics & Compliance - This is the name of a routine test which determines the K and the C of a vehicle and applies mainly to steering and suspension. Searching for K&C on the web will yield many hits. K/BD Keyboard K/DWN Kickdown K/HL Keyhole K/MBR K Member K/OUT Kickout K/UP Kickup KA5V Keep Alive 5 Volts Kaisen Continuous improvement Kaizen A Japanese term for continuous improvement, founded on the principles of doing little things better and setting, working toward, and achieving increasingly higher standards. [Duncan, William L., Total Qualitly Key Terms and Concepts, 1995.] KAM Keep Alive Memory Kanban A Japanese term that is the cornerstone of the just-in-time pull system. Kanban actually means "to put away and to bring out". In pull systems, it often refers to a card or other physical device used to signal the previous operation that it is authorized to produce the next unit. [Duncan, William L., Total Quality Key Terms and Concepts, 1995.]
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KANBAN - Keep
KANBAN A communication tool in JIT production and inventory control systems. A KANBAN, or signboard, is attached to specific parts in the production line signifying the delivery of a given quantity. When the parts have all been used, the same sign is returned to its original place where it becomes an order for more. KAPWR Keep Alive Power KB Knowledge Base - a database intended to be accessible by all associated with a given component. KB 1. Knob 2. Kilobytes KBA Kraftfahrt-Bundes-Amt (German Type Approval / Road Traffic Office) KC Kansas City Assembly Plant KCAP Kansas City Assembly Plant KDS Kickdown Switch KDUQR KD (Knock Down) Unpacking and Quality Report KDX Knocked Down Export Keep Warning term used to indicate the proper lane to travel on a multi-lane highway, as in preparation for a turn. KDPRN KD (Knock Down) Parts Rework Notice KDQR KD (Knock Down) Quality Report KD Knocked Down (Overseas Assembly Term) KD The build up of a side of a car. The purpose of this fixture is to locate and clamp the automotive body skin and related structural panels pertaining to the side door opening,wheelhouse opening, etc. These panels are then spot-welded securely into their proper location.
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Keep Alive RAM - Kick-Down Switch
Keep Alive RAM Keep Alive Random Access Memory KEPS KD Export Packing System Kernel This is the fundamental part of a program (usually an operating system). It resides in memory at all times and offers the basic services. Key A small block inserted between shaft and hub to prevent circumferential movement. Key Stakeholders People with an active interest. Key Word A word in a text document employed in an index to describe the contents of the document. A word utilized in a text search. A reserved word in a command or programming language. Key Word A word that is employed in a text search or is used in an index to best describe the contents of the document. It is also a reserved word in a programming or command language. KEYPWR Key Power - Battery voltage Keyway or Keyseat A groove or slot cut to permit insertion of a key. KG/HR Kilograms/Hour, 1 lb./min, 27.2 kg/hr KHD Kloeckner Humboldt Deutz KI Knock Input KIC Key Item Control Kick-Down Switch An electrical switch used to cause a transmission to downshift from a higher to a lower gear ratio.
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Kick-Pad - Knock
Kick-Pad Area along the bottom of a door interior. Likely to be scuffed by passengers when getting in and out of car. Kilometer A metric measurement of distance which is equivalent to approximately 5/8 of a mile. Kilowatt A measure of electrical energy consisting of 1000 watts or 1 1/3 horsepower. Kingpin Inclined steel shaft on which stub axles pivot. Kingpin Inclination Angle at which kingpin is inclined inward from true vertical center line. KIS Kilometers In Service KISS Keep It Simple KK 1. Kick 2. Kicker 3. Kicking KMH Kilometers Per Hour (preferred is km/h) KN Knock Knerfing One racing car deliberately tapping another from behind. KNL Knuckle Knock Term used to describe various noises in an engine made by loose or worn mechanical parts, preignition, detonation, etc. Heavy, loud, repeating sound like knock on a door. Klaxon Trade name for an automobile horn producing a sharp, piercing sound. KLT Key Life Test = A test which focuses on the key stress(es) which drive loss of function and/or failure mechanisms associated with the real world usage over the design life.
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Knock-Off ( s ) - Knurl
Knock-Off ( s ) Large wing-nut(s) used to retain wheel(s) for rapid attachment or removal of racing wheels. (Sometimes ornamental.) Knowledge Exists in our heads; what each one of us knows. knowledge base A database containing rules about a subject employed in artificial intelligence applications. Knowledge Based Engineering ( KBE ) KBE is a process of incorporating symbolic knowledge into a program, so that knowledge can be reasoned about, applied and distributed electronically. The end product of the KBE is a Knowledge Based System (KBS). KBS is a computer program in which knowledge of a specific area is represented symbolically and applied to perform (or assist in the performance of) specific tasks. Knowledge Management The process of getting data and information into knowledge and getting new knowledge back into recorded information. <a href="http://www.ctis.ford.com/imhom e/km/">www.ctis.ford.com/imhome/km /</a> Knowledge Transfer The process of taking human thought and adding it to the collective Corporate memory. This can be done by creating new recorded information such as a document or spreadsheet, it can be done by entering a transaction into a computer system or even by telling someone else. Most companies do not manage this process very well -- most information remains only in people's heads, so if this person is not around, mistakes are repeated; and, in addition, when the person leaves the company, so does the company's knowledge. Knowledge Workers Workers who use, reuse and generate information as an integral part of their job duty. Knurl To indent or roughen a finished surface.
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KOEO - kWE
KOEO Key on engine off koer Key on engine running KOL Key Off Load (refers to the electrical current drawn by electrical or electronic modules when the ignition key is in the "off" position, or is withdrawn from the ignition switch). Koni ( s ) Trade name for a manufacturer of shock absorbers. KP 1. Keep 2. Keeper KPA KiloPascal, 3.368 kPa | 1 in. Hg KPH Kilometers Per Hour (preferred is km/h) KPI King Pin Inclination KPI Key Performance Indicators KR Krypton kWE Kilowatt electric output power KW Kilo-Watt (1000 Watts, a measure of electrical power) KVA Kilo-Volt-Ampere (1000 VoltAmperes) KSI 1000 Pounds Per Square Inch KTL KETTLE KTP Kentucky Truck Plant KTS Knock Threshold Select - The signal that enables the engine computer to sample the knock sensor to provide an ambient (background) noise level. This sampling is done during noncombustion crank angles. KS 1. Knock Sensor 2. Kansas
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KWG - KYLS
KWG German abbreviation for belt-driven torque converter transmission KY Kentucky KYBD Keyboard KYLS Keyless
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L - Laminate
L Left L-Head Engine An engine design in which both valves are located on one side of engine cylinder. L/C Luggage Compartment L/O Layout L/OFF Leak Off L/SD Left Side L/V LOW VOLTAGE L/W Lockwasher LA 1. Lanthanum 2. Louisiana LA LAY/ER/ING/D LAM 1. Laminate 2. Laminated 3. Lamination Laminate To build up or construct out of a number of thin sheets. Example: laminated core in an electric motor or generator. lact Los Angeles City Traffic: a brake test used to assess: - Minimum lining life. Noise and dust performance Test procedure uses a 5,000 mile route through LA with heavy traffic, grades, and consistent weather conditions. Labor and Overhead All direct labor and manufacturing overhead at a manufacturing location. Usually split between variable and fixed. LACQR Lacquer Lacquer In automotive painting, a solution of solids in solvents that evaporate with great rapidity.
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LAN ( Local Area Network ) - Lateral Runout
LAN ( Local Area Network ) A communications network made up of servers, workstations, a network operating system and a communications link that serves users within a confined geographical area. LANC Local Application Network Control (RS232 of videocam) Land Portions of piston adjacent to piston rings Landau Enclosed car with folding roof at the rear. Usually chauffeur driven and may have fixed or moveable partition between the front and rear compartments. Landau Bar Decorative, S-shaped ornament located on the 'C' pillar surface. Originally a functional S-curved hinge that allowed the rear part of the roof of a horsedrawn carriage to be folded down. Landaulette See Landau LANL Los Alamos National Lab LAP Louisville Assembly Plant Lap ( s ) Complete tour(s) of the race course, track or circuit. Lap Joint Overlapping joint usually solder-filled unless covered by a molding. LAPM Link Access Protocol Lapping Process of fitting one surface to another by rubbing them together with an abrasive material between two surfaces. Laser Beam Welding Resonator Fiber Optic LAT Latch LATA Local Access Transport Area (telco term) Lateral Runout Amount of side movement of a rotating wheel, tire or rotor from the vertical.
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Lathe - LB IN
Lathe Machine on which a piece of solid material is spun on a horizontal axes and shaped by a fixed cutting or abrading tool. Launch The act of initiation of production of a new vehicle, which begins with Tool Try-Out, five months before Job #1, and extends at full acceleration (number of weeks varies with program complexity) weeks after Job #1. Launch Cost One-time costs that occur at the start-up of production for component parts and vehicles that include: plant personnel training costs, preproduction costs, offstandard costs during launch (such as SUB) and after the start of production. Launch Process Manager - Vehicle Operations ( LPM ) In charge of launch process beginning 30 MBJ1. Ensures recognition of lessons learned and adherence to best common launch practices. Provides input to engineering support manager related to lessons learned for future manufacturin plans. Launch Readiness SignOff The final PEO and VEO Design and Development Sign-Off of complete vehicle objectives - all design and development work completed. LAV Load Apportioning Valve Layshaft Intermediate shaft in gear box transmitting motion from driving shaft to driven shaft. LB 1. Pound 2. Layout Body LB FT Pound-Foot LB IN Pound-Inch
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LBA - LD
LBA Logical Block Addressing LBL 1. Label 2. Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory LBW Laser Beam Welding LC Letter of Credit - in most cases a letter of credit must be issued by a recognised bank before Ford will ship vehicles or components to export markets LC Loral Corporation LC Low Compression LCD Liquid Crystal Display LCH Iinch LCL Lower Control Limit - A mathematically derived limit expressed as a line on a statistical control chart which identifies the lower limit of normal variation in a given process. Points below the LCL are a signal that the process is "out of control". LCL Dock Originated from Less than Car Load, anything not received by railcar. Current definition is a truck receiving dock used for receiving trucks with mixed loads. This may be multiple suppliers shipping on a common truck (Milk-run), or a truck from a single supplier which contains multiple commodities. LCN Lean Combustion Strategy LCPR Large Car Programme Review LCV LIGHT COMMERCIAL VEHICLE (Ford TRANSIT Van). LD Lead
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LD-ROM - Lead Time
LD-ROM Laserdisc-ROM LD/IN Lead In LDAR Layout & Drafting Action Request LDC Leadership Development Center (formerly Executive Development Center - EDC) LDDR Ladder LDEP Leadership Development Employee Profile LDG Ledge LDH Limiting Dome Height LDN Laden LDNG Leading LDO Luxury Decor Option LDT 1. Light Duty Truck 2. Linear Displacement Transducer LDV Laser Doppler Velocimetry Le Mans Start Racing start wherein drivers run across the course to their cars, start their engines and depart. LEA Leather LEAD Leadership and Excellence in the Application and Development of computer integrated manufacturing. Lead Burning Joining two pieces of lead by melting or fusing the metal. Lead Time The moment raw materials enter the manufacturing process until the moment the finished product is delivered to the customer. Lead time includes: runtime, down-time, queuing, and transport.
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Leader - Left
Leader Clearly better in the attribute (e.g., 0-60 performance, fuel economy, styling rating, etc.) being measured than all projected facing competition in the segment at a specified point in time -does not necessarily mean being "first in the market". Leadfoot See Charger Leaf Spring Suspension member formed by one or more springs of spring steel arranged in such a way that they serve to cushion road shock. Lean Manufacturing Lean Production maximizes the efficient use of resources. An inherent principle is involving people to: eliminate waste, standardize work, produce zero defects, and institute onepiece flow. It also includes material movement triggered by downstream operations (pull and inventory reductions). Lean Production A method that employs team of multiskilled workers at all levels of the organization and uses highly-flexible, increasingly-automated machines to produce volumes of products in enormous variety at higher quality and low cost. Learning The process each of us uses to translate the information provided into a level of internal understanding or knowledge. It involves passing the information through a complex individualized set of filters that we may not even be aware exists. In addition, we all have preferred learning styles - some of us prefer to learn by reading text, others are visual learners and prefer graphics, etc. Leave A rally term, indicating an instruction to leave one course and begin another. LED Light Emitting Diode Left Turn to the left of from one to 179 degrees.
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Leg - LGC
Leg The part of a travel route extending from one point to the other. Legacy System A minicomputer information system or a main frame that has been in existence for a long time. Legal Entity A corporation, partnership, or other form of legal organization established by Ford to conduct business. LEK Leak LEO LeaseTek External Options LEP Low Emissions Partnership LEP Lima Engine Plant - 2.3L OHC, 3.0L V6 Vulcan, 7.0L/7.5L OHV LEPC Local Emergency Planning Committee LES LESS LGC 1. Logic 2. Logical Lessons Learned The Ford process of capturing and making available the lessons the organisation/division/person has learned during the course of doing business. LEV Low Emission Vehicle LF Leaf LFAN cooling fan low speed LFT 1. Lift 2. Lifting LFT/GT Lift Gate LFWD Large Front Wheel Drive (VC3) LFWVC Large Front Wheel Drive Vehicle Center LG Long
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LGL - Limiter
LGL 1. Legal 2. Legalize LGO Logo LGT Length LGTR Lighter LH Left Hand LHD Left Hand Drive LI Lithium LIC License LIF Life LIF Low Insertion Force - type of IC socket. Life Cycle of Information The stages in the life cycle of information, which include create, find, publish and manage. LIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM Lights ( Drag Racing ) Lights that start and stop electronic timing systems. LIM 1. Limit 2. Limiter 3. Limiting Lotus Intel Microsoft (EMS spec) Limited Slip ( sometimes Limited Slip Diff ) Clutch mechanism in differential which automatically engages the non-slipping drive wheel when the other loses traction. Limiter Device placed on carburetor idle mixture adjustment screw so that richness of mixture can be made only within predetermined limits. LIFO Last In First Out - stock rotation method Lift Maximum distance valve head is raised off its seat.
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Limousine ( Limo ) - Liquid Honing
Limousine ( Limo ) Large chauffeur-driven closed car with sliding or fixed partition between driver and passengers. LINC Lincoln Linefeed That area which is designated and utilized for the placement of stock at first point of use, adjacent to an assembly conveyor, merry-go-round, sub-assembly operations, steering column delivery conveyor, seat set delivery conveyor, etc The stock assumption at linefeed is a minimum of four hours of stock or two containers, whichever is less. Liner ( s ) ( also Linings ) 1. Fabric lining that seats on brake drum or disc. (Also see Drums.) 2. Usually a thin section placed between two parts. Example: a replaceable cylinder liner in an engine. Linkage System of bars or pieces pivoted together so as to turn about one another. Linux Available on BBs and on the Internet, this is a freeware version of a clone of the UNIX System V Release 3.0 kernel. It runs on x86 machines. Lip Molding Bright molding applied to sheet metal around edge of wheel opening. Liquid Neither a gas nor a solid. Any substance which assumes shape of vessel in which it is placed without changing volume. Liquid Honing Blowing a mixture of fine grains and water onto a work to give it a matte finish. Link A word, phrase or graphical image within a Web document that, when clicked on, connects to another location. Synonymous with hotlinks and hyperlinks.
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Liquid Withdrawal System - LKGE
Liquid Withdrawal System A method of piping where liquid is taken from bottom of an LP-Gas tank and converted into gas by a vaporizer. LIT Litter Litre ( L ) Unit of volumetric metric measure, 1,000 cubic centimeters. Roughly equivalent to a quart or 61 cubic inches. Little End Upper end of connecting rod embracing piston pin. LIV Livonia, Michigan Live Electrical parts connected to insulated side of electrical system. Example: an insulated wire connected to battery. Often referred to as a 'hot' wire. Live Axle An axle having rotary motion. Livering Curdling of applied paint. LK 1. Lock 2. Locker 3. Locking LK/NUT Locknut LK/SD Lockside LK/UP Lock Up LK/WIR Lockwire LKGE Linkage
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LKN - LMC
LKN Vendor Code is a combination of numerical and alphabetical characters of identical size and format to the Data Code (see Engineering Drafting Standards Manual). This code is applied to production and service parts and materials to identify the source of procurement/manufacture. Where an existing supplier's trademark is replaced by a Vendor Code, Purchasing will request the supplier to use this code. A common European Continental supplier will use the FOG Accounting Vendor Code as its Vendor Code, a common supplier from the U.K. and the remaining countries of the world will use the FOB Vendor Code. LKOUT Lockout LLNL Lawrence Livermore National Lab LLP Lead Logistic Provider = Contracted carriers used to orchestrate the shipment and delivery of material within specified windows. LLV Long Life Vehicle. Example: the aluminum bodied postal delivery vehicle built by Grumman on a light truck chassis. LM ( LMD ) 1. Lincoln-Mercury Division 2. Loom LMC A term used in Engineering Drawings to indicate: least material condition.
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LMR - Load Range
LMR Local Market Requirements (LMR) are unique Product Acceptance Specifications or Design Requirements necessary to meet customer expectations in specific market areas. These requirements, arranged by individual market area, may arise from local environmental/operating conditions, from unique customer expectations or from special options (police package, etc.). In general, LMRs represent a higher or different performance level than the related CPAS or CDR (resulting in potential cost or weight penalties) and are not parameters which must be commonized to design a world vehicle. However, during the planning process for worldwide vehicles, applicable LMRs must be considered and a determination made as to incorporation into base design or unique design. LMR Lot Modification Report - used by KD (Knock Down) to describe modifications in the sets of vehicle kits (lots) being packed for an export market. LN line. LNS Lens Load Range Tire designation, with a letter (A,B,C,etc.), used to identify a given size tire with its load and inflation limits. Replaces term PLY RATING. LNC 1. Lance 2. Lanced LNDG Landing LNG 1. Liquefied Natural Gas 2. Lining LNG/BD Lining Board LNGTD Longitudinal LNK Link LNOM Linoleum LNR Liner
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Lobe ( s ) ( Camshaft Lobes ) - LOS
Lobe ( s ) ( Camshaft Lobes ) Lobes on camshaft or other part which translates rotary to reciprocating motion. LOC Light-Off Oxidation Catalyst LOCA 1. Locating 2. Location Local Area Network ( LAN ) A group of computers connected to each other within the same physical facility by hardware and protocols. Lock Washer A form of washer designed to prevent attaching nut from working loose. LOD 1. Load 2. Loader 3. Loading LOF Libby-Owens-Ford Company (Glass and Plastics Maker) (major glass supplier to General Motors) Login The process of entering a user ID and password to gain access to a computer or Web site. LOM Lamp Out warning Module Long Term FT Long Term Fuel Trim Look and Feel Refers to the user interface of a program, particularly with regard to its similarity to other programs. LOP Local Operating Procedure LOP Loop LOR Loraine Assembly Plant LOS 1. Limited Operation Strategy - Certain types of computer malfunctions will place the processor into the LOS mode. The result is a limiting and cut-off of certain control actuator signals. 2. Loose
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Lost Motion - LPG
Lost Motion See Backlash Louver or Louvre 1. Fin that controls flow of air through an opening. May also be non-functional in simulated opening. 2. Openings or vents in hood or body, usually intended for ventilation. Low Pedal A condition where excessive clearance at some point in braking system causes almost full pedal movement for application of brakes. Low Pit low pitch. Low Profile 1. Low silhouette; i.e., A low body profile. 2. Term used to describe design of camshaft lobes. Low Speed Gearing provided in an automobile which causes greatest number of revolutions of engine as compared to driving wheels. Low Speed FC Switch Low Speed Fan Control Switch Low Value VISA Purchasing Card for small value purchases. Program discontinued and replaced by the FAB (Ford Auto Buy) program with a card provided by American Express. LOWCOOL Engine Coolant Level Indication Lower Back Panel Portion of body sheet metal below rear edge of decklid. LOWOIL Low Oil Level Indicating Subsystem LP 1. Long Play 2. Lamp LP-Gas ( LPG ) Liquefied Petroleum Gas made usable as a fuel for internal combustion engines by compressing volatile petroleum gases to liquid form. LP-Gas must be kept under pressure or at low temperature in order to remain in liquid form. LPG Lommel Proving Grounds
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LPIR - LS
LPIR Last Part Initial Release LPLD Lean Production and Lean Distribution LPO Limited Production Option LPS Loan Processing System LPS Line Pressure Switch LPSC Lot Part Specification Concern - This is a document raised by an Assembler in an export market and submitted to IEL MP&L to identify. incorrect parts shipped in a Lot LPTS Last Part To Store LPW Lumens Per Watt, measure of lamp efficiency LQ Letter Quality LQD Liquid LRT Linear Resistive Transducer LS Also, Limited Slip (as in gear ratio). LS 1. Limit Switch 2. Less LRS Labor Relations Staff LRN Learner lro Lateral Run-Out - a disc brake assembly parameter LRM Legal Requirement Manual LRG Large LR Leg Room LR <LR> Launch Readiness - Milestone the Program Manager's approval of the start of the integrated launch. LRF Late Release Forecast
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LS <LS> - LT
LS <LS> Launch Sign Off = Milestone that occurs 3.5 months before Job models are correlated with CP test results; tool tryout (TTO) & 1PP complete; assembly plant tools & process verification complete including aids & fixtures; new overall vehicle audit (Nova C) <5 on manufacturing controlled items; manufacturing assessment of full production feasibility; for complete delivery information, to to QOS. LSA Logic System Analyzer LSAO Limited Scope Assembly Operations LSAP Linear System Analysis Program LSB Least Significant Bit LSD Limited Slip Differential LSH 1. Lash 2. Lashed 3. Lashing LSVL Louisville Assembly Plant LT Leadership Team LSTR Luster LSTG Listing LST List LSR Laser LSI Large Scale Integration (Electronics) LSL Lower Specification Limit LSO Low Speed Output lsp launch sampling plan LSQR Lot Specification Query Report - a report issued by IEL MP&L in response to LPSC's.
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LT - Lunch an Engine ( Drag Racing )
LT 1. Ford Louisville Truck Identification (also L) 2. Light Truck 3. Light 4. Lighting LTCAS Long Term Combined Analysis System LTD Load To Delivery - a term used within the Centralized Outbound Payment Authorization and Control system. <p> A designation indicating that a railcar contains all vehicles that are going to the same destination. LTD Limited LTDB Light Truck and Data Base - Light Truck's interim PPL system. A predecessor to WERS implementation. LTE Light Truck Engineering LTEX Latex LTO Luxury Trim Option LUGG Luggage Lunch an Engine ( Drag Racing ) Destroy an engine. LTS Luxury Tourism Sedan LU 1. Lock-up Automatic Transmission 2. Lutetium LUB 1. Lubricant 2. Lubricate 3. Lubricating 4. Lubrication 5. Lubricator LUG Extension of battery plate grid for connecting plate to strap. LTRL Lateral LTRS Letter LTS Labor Tracking System - A program used to enter labor into the EFIS Database.
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LUS - LYT
LUS Lockup Solenoid (AXOD/AXOD-E) LUTI Learn, Use, Train, Inspect LUV Louver LV Live LVC (Large and Luxury Vehicle Center) Large and Luxury Car Vehicle Center LVDT 1. Linear Variable Displacement Transducer 2. Linear Variable Differential Transducer LVL 1. Level 2. Leveler 3. Leveling LVR Lever LVT Launch Vehicle Team LVT Local Vehicle Team LWB Long Wheel Base LWH&D LESS WHEELS, HUBS & DRUMS LWHD & B Less Wheels, Hubs, Drums & Brakes LWR Lower LWRG Lowering LYD Lanyard LYT Layout LW Less Wheels LVW Loaded Vehicle Weight
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M - MA
M Multi MTC Manage the Change. M TREC Multithrottle Responsive Engine Control M&CE Manufacturing & Component Engineering M&S Marketing & Sales M-H Metro-Highway Fuel Economy (Combined City-Highway) M/A Manufacturing / Assembly M/CYL Multiple Cylinder M/DSC Multidisc M/DY Medium Duty M/FIR Misfire M/FLMT Multi Filament MA Mitarbeiter MA 1. Mass Air 2. Massachusetts 3. Manufacturing Assistance M/SHT Mainshaft M/T or MTX Manual Transmission M15 Fuel containing 15% Methanol M4OD Manual Four Speed Overdrive M4WR Transmission-Manual (4) Speed-RWD M5OD Transmission Manual (5) Speed O/Drive - RWD M/FUNC Multi Function M/PLG Multiple Plug
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MAC - MAFSG
MAC Multi Access Control (layer control) MACH 1. Machine 2. Machining 3. Machined Machine Tool and Facilities Commitment Provides Product Engineering authorization to affected Manufacturing and/or Purchasing to proceed at their discretion, with the procurement of long lead machine tools and facilities required in the manufacture or assembly of a part. Macro Processes The major CTC processes outside the content of a specific program, i.e., business planning, cycle planning developing new technology. MADMEL Management And Distribution for More Electric Aircraft MADYMO MAthematical DYnamic MOdeller MADYMO - Computer program for simulating the motion of one or more multibody systems and an assemblage of finite elements. 2 & 3 D versions are available. MADYMO is used to simulate the motion/loading on a dummy in a crash event. These results are then used to determine MAF 1. Maximum Annual and Flexibility (Capacity Terminology) 2. Mass Air Flow MAF Sensor Mass Air Flow Sensor mafe model average fuel economy MAFPG MAF Power Ground MAFS Mass Air Flow Sensor MAFSG Mass Air Flow (MAF) Signal Return The signal return from the mass airflow sensor to the engine computer.
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MAG - Maintenance Areas
MAG 1. Magnet 2. Magneto 3. Magnetic 4. Microcomputer Advisory Group MAG ( s ) Wheel cast in magnesium, then machined for attachment to hub, etc. Used primarily for racing because of extremely light weight, but sometimes used or simulated to add a racy appearance. Magnet ( Permanent ) A piece of hard steel often bent into a 'U' shape to create and retain opposite poles when charged with magnetic power. Magnetic Field Flow of magnetic force or magnetism between opposite poles of a magnet. Magneto ( MAG ) An electrical device which generates alternating current when rotated by an outside source of power. Device used to generate either low tension or high tension current. MAHOG Mahogany Main Road Manifestly superior road; i.e., wider, better paved, more heavily traveled. Occasionally protected by a traffic light, STOP sign or 'Yield Right of Way' sign. Sometimes suggested by the presence of a central painted line, curve-warning arrow, etc.; usually requires further description. MAINT Maintenance Maintain The process of keeping published information current or useful. Maintenance Paying attention to relationships between team members and how people feel. First part of warm up and last part of warm down. Includes telling jokes, opening a window and taking a coffee break. 10% of a good meeting. Maintenance Areas They are the designated areas used by plant maintenance, i.e. tool room, shop areas.
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Major Commodities - Manifold
Major Commodities Parts which have the highest impact on Material handling due to low part density, high complexity, etc. MAL Mechanical Anti Lock Malachite Green A basic paint used in layout scribing. Malleable Casting A casting which has been toughened by annealing. MAN Motorenwerke Augsburg Nuernberg MAN 1. Metropoliatn Area Network Manufacturer's Statement - The signatory acknowlodgement from Car & Truck Homologation to the appropriate authority in a certain country that all Ford products to be marketed in that country do meet the relevant regulatory requirements. 2. Manual Manage To maintain a Web site so that it can be reused and disposed of when necessary Management Job Management has signed off on the program at Program Approval gateway and funds for F&T are released. MANDY MANifold DYnamics computer program MANF Manifold Manganese Bronze An alloy of copper, zinc and manganese. Manifold Mixture distribution pipes from carburetor to cylinders (inlet); exhaust gas collecting pipes from cylinders to outlet (exhaust).
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Manometer - Manufacturing Feasibility ( MF )
Manometer A device for measuring a vacuum, consisting of a 'U' shaped tube partially filled with fluid. One end of tube is open to air, other is connected to chamber in which vacuum is to be measured. A column of mercury 30 in. high equals 14.7 psi, which is atmospheric pressure at sea level. Readings are given in inches of mercury (Hg). Manual Pertaining to or done with the hands. Also, requiring or using physical skill or energy. Manufacture / Production ( GIS1 ) Documents related to the quality manufacture of parts and vehicles, including tooling, equipment, layout, maintenance, quality reliability, etc. Manufacturing (ORG) Engine & Foundry Operations Ford of Britain and/or Transmission & Chassis Operations Ford of Britain and/or Body & Assembly Operations Ford of Britain and/or Powertrain Operations Ford of Germany and/or Body & Assembly Operations Ford of Germany and/or Manufacturing Staff Ford of Europe and/or Manufacturing Ford of Spain and/or Bordeaux Operations Ford of France Manufacturing Feasibility ( MF ) 1) The manufacturing acceptability of a design concept to either Company or non-Company suppliers. 2) Assessing the ability to manufacture a component part, a sub-assembly and/or fully assembled vehicle considering its affordable targets of cost, quality and timing.
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Manufacturing Feasibility and Cost Study - MAPSG
Manufacturing Feasibility and Cost Study Provides Product Engineering authorization to affected Company Activities to: Study tooling requirements, determine manufacturing feasibility, and to determine cost and timing estimates consistent with the feasibility study and, as appropriate, in sufficient detail for approval of long lead funds. Manufacturing Job #1 The authorization to initiate full line speed production, based on: 100% PSW parts, No outstanding Change Requests (all changes are implemented prior to Job #1 or are bundled to Post Job #1), Process verification completed with full line rate production capability , Quality targets achieved (NOVA-C<3). Manufacturing Overhead Fixed labor and overhead costs including; indirect hourly labor (primarily wages and fringe costs for maintenance, quality control and material handling personnel), other hourly costs (primarily past service pension costs for all retired hourly employees), plant salaried costs (supervisors, managers, local accounting, finance, industrial relations and engineering functions), fixed utilities (electrical power, water, heat, air and refrigeration) and building maintenance and plant rearrangements/modifications MAP 1. Management Aided Planning 2. Manifold Absolute Pressure 3. Manufacturing Automation Protocol MAP Sensor Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor MAPS Mechanised Amendments to the Parts Master File System MAPSG Mechanized Amendments to the Parts Master File System
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MARC - Master Cylinder
MARC Manually Adjusted Ride Control Market Profit All profits generated by sales in a given area market regardless of where the company earns the profits. Marque ( British ) Nameplate or make of car. MARS Mass Analysis and Reporting System Marshal ( Road Racing ) Flagman or communcations worker. MARSS Master for Routine Service Schedule MAS 1. Mast 2. Masted 3. Master Appearance Sample 4. Mechanised Allocation System MAS Market Area Specialist MAS Material Advice System MASCOT Manufacturing And Supply Control Of Timing Mash Potato Drive Automatic transmission Mask Protective mask worn by race driver to protect mouth and lungs from fumes, dust, dirt, or other flying particles. Mass Production Production in quantity, usually by machinery. European synonyms: Serial Production and Volume Production. Master Cylinder Single or dual primary unit for displacing hydraulic fluid under pressure in brake system.
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Master Package Drawing - Material / Product Handling and Transportation ( GIS1 )
Master Package Drawing A layout from the product design graphic system which reflects the vehicle hardpoints and is used as a control document for the macro spatial relationships of major vehicle subsystems. The Master Package Drawing is approved by the program team. Examples include occupant, chassis, and package powertrain package layouts. Master Sections Sections of body structure at critical locations that show vehicle concept construction including part thickness, fasteners, and critical clearance for moving parts, occupants, and assembly methods. Mastered Used in reference to Product Feature Codes and Final Assembly Parts. Indicates that all required coordination, verifications, and approvals for a part have been completed to ensure its smooth launch into mass production. MAT Market Area Team (usually comprised of one or more DOM, CSM, FSE, MAS) MAT 1. Maximum Allowable Temperature refers to a design standard that is applied to C.E.T.P. 00.00-R-405 "Heat Management Testing" for associated components. 2. Mat 3. Mating 4. Mattress Material / Product Handling and Transportation ( GIS1 ) Documentation that supports and tracks materials, products, vendors, storage, transportation, distribution, and shipping / receiving of the products.
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Material Requirements Planning (MRP) - Material Storage Over Linefeed
Material Requirements Planning (MRP) A computerized system used to determine the quantity and timing requirements for materials used in a production operation. MRP systems use: 1) A master production schedule; 2) A bill of materials listing every item needed for each product being made; 3) Information on current inventories of these items in order to schedule their production and delivery. Manufacturing Resource Planning (often called MRPII) expands MRP to include capacity planning tools, a financial interface to translate operations planning into financial terms, and a simulation tool to assess alternative production plans. Material Storage Areas All areas occupied by production stock held in storage before being delivered to the first linefeed or sub-assembly operation. Also, areas where parts could be stored without infringing on aisles, maintenance aisles, maintenance aisles to tooling, or other plant functions. AKA, reserve, reserve material storage, available floorspace. Colored red on a layout marked up by MH&PE. Material Storage Over Linefeed Available storage present above linefeed locations; typically found in Trim and Final Assembly.
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Materials and Toxicology System - MAX
Materials and Toxicology System The Materials and Toxicology System (MATS) is the worldwide computerized system/data base for materials and associated data. This is accessible by all affected Ford activities in time-sharing mode on the Honeywell Multics System, at the Engineering Computer Centre in Dearborn. The data base contains all Engineering Material Specifications with Number, Title & Dates, Approved Source Listings with Specification Number, Supplier Names and Product Designations and all Toxicology assessment information/advice together with Toxicology clearance data relevant to all affected activities. Materials Engineering ( ORG ) Materials Laboratory - Testing Operations, Product Development Ford of Britain and/or Materials Laboratory and Specifications - Testing Operations, Product Development Ford of Germany Math Surface Mathematical data contained in an electronic design system that completely describes the geometric shape of a single part and from which numerical control instructions or computer aided engineering analysis can be developed. MATL Material MATS Materials and Toxicology System Relational database that combines information on all materials, material standards, health, safety, and environmental concerns worldwide. It provides information for North America, Europe, and Australia. MAU 1. Maumee Stamping Plant 2. Multistation Access Unit (used with Token Ring) MAV Multi Activity Vehicle MAV Maximum Annual Volume MAX Maximum
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Maximum Test Speed - MCH
Maximum Test Speed The highest legal speed on roads having public access. MAY/MY May MB 1. Memory Buss - The interconnection between the CPU and other input/output signal processing devices. 2. Megabytes MBG Money-Back Guarantee MBJ1 Months Before Job One MBL Mobile MBO Manufacturing Business Office MBR Master Boot Record MBR Member MBS Material Bezugschein (Material Requisition) MCH Master Control Hole MCFT Motorcraft MCFC Molten carbonate fuel cell MCCB Master Control Coordination Block (Inside of Metal) MCC 1. Michigan Casting Center 2. Manufacturing Concern Control MBT Maximun Brake Torque MC 1. Mixture Control 2. Master Control MC Solenoid Mixture Control Solenoid MCA Micro-Channel Architecture (an IBM personal computer bus system, used on the upper models in their PS/2 Personal System/2 line)
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MCI - MDV
MCI Media Control Interface MCN Manufacturing Change Notice MCP 1. Master Control Point 2. Mt. Clemens Paint 3. Manufacturing Cost Performance MCPP Master Control Point Programme MCPR Medium Car Programme Review MCR Material Cost Reduction MCR Master Control Requirements MCS Master Control Section MCT 1. Manifold Charge Temperature 2. Manufacturing Cycle Time (Through-Put) MDP Manifold Differential Pressure MDP Sensor Manifold Differential Pressure Sensor MDS Microprocessor Development System MDV Medium Duty Vehicle MDM MODEM MDL Model MDC Manufacturing Development Center MD 1. Maryland 2. Mode MDA Monochrome Display Adapter MCV Mt. Clemens Vinyl MCU Microprocessor Control Unit
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ME - MEMA
ME Maine mears MEchanised Appropriation Request System Measurable Quantitative information about a particular attribute or characteristic of a particular process or product. Measurable Attribute Any characteristics of a vehicle, module, system, component, or process that can be objectively evaluated against a predetermined target. Cost, weight, fuel economy, and quality are or measurable attributes. Measurement The value of a measurable at a particular time or during a particular period of time. MEC Merkenich Engineering Center (FOGCologne, West Germany) MECH 1. Mechanism 2. Mechanismical Mechanical Efficiency Ratio between indicated horsepower and brake horsepower of an engine. MECS Mechanised Engineering Code System MED Medium MEDL Medallion MEET Manufacturing Engineering Education & Training Meetings and Committees ( GIS1 ) Documents related to meeting review, approval, and discussion with supporting documention. MEITS Manufacturing Engineering Integrated Tooling System Melting Point Temperature at which solid material becomes liquid. MEMA Motor and Equipment Manufacturers Association
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Memory Allocation - MET
Memory Allocation Reserving memory for use in specific purposes. Memory Resident Refers to a program that remains in memory at all times. Mentoring Advising MEO Mechanical Equivalent of Electronic Spark Control/Electronic EGR MEO Manufacturing Executive Office MEP Mean Effective Pressure MEPS Mechanized Engineering Procedure System MERC 1. Mercury 2. Mercedes Mercury Column A reference term used in connection with a manometer. MET 1. Meter 2. Metered 3. Meeting MESD Manufacturing Engineering Source Document MERR Manufacturing Engineering Revision Request MES Manufacturing Execution System MESA Manufacturing Execution Systems Association
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Metadata ( GIS1, GIS3 ) - MFCPE
Metadata ( GIS1, GIS3 ) Metadata is information about a record or file such as author, create date, keywords, retention periods, that is used for searching and managing information. Instituting the use of a standard set of METADATA across the enterprise, in a controlled application which delivers management functions or to assist in retrieval and display, will allow for a common interface and provide endless uses in the delivery and management of the Corporate asset. Metalanguage A language that describes another language. Metalastik Trade name for suspension member formed by bonding rubber bumpers to metal arms or carriers. Meter A measure of length equal to 39.37 in. Methanol or Wood Alcohol A poisonous alcohol made synthetically or from distillation of wood. Methodology The standardized set of tasks that assist analysts and programmers to develop applications. Methodology Tools Tools that encompass a collection of standard methods, guidelines, and templates for developing system applications. METR Meteor Metrics Quantitative measures of objectives. MEWA Motor and Equipment Wholesalers Association MEX Ford of Mexico (also FOM) MFAL Marketing Feature Availability List MFC Minor Feature Code MFCPE Materials, Fasteners and Corrosion Protection Engineering
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MFD - MI
MFD Microfarad - fractional unit of capacitance (used in place of abbreviation containing the Greek letter "mu" for micro). MFD Manufacturing Feasibility Department MFDS Multipoint Fuel Distribution System MFG 1. Manufacture 2. Manufactured 3. Manufacturer 4. Manufacturing MFG/S ( MS ) Manufacturing Staff MFI MultiPort Fuel Injection MFL Minor Feature List MFLOP Millions of Floating Point Operations MFLR Muffler mhe Material Handling Engineering MI 1. Mile 2. Michigan mh&pe material handling and packaging engineering MGM Monogram MGT Management MH&C Material Handling & Coordination MH&C Material handling & coordination MGA Monochrome Graphics Adapter MFLR/O/P Muffler Outlet Pipe MFN Mineral Filled Nylon MG Magnesium
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MIAH - Micrometer
MIAH Manifold Intake Air Heater MIB Management Information Base Mice Generic term for small sedans, tuned for racing. Mickey A unit of mouse movement generally set at 1/200th of an inch. Mickey Mouse Circuit Small, winding race circuit. Micro Finish Degree of surface roughness, measured with a profilometer. Microchip A tiny silicon chip with thousands of electronic components and circuit patterns etched onto its surface. microcomputer chip A microcomputer on a chip. Differs from a microprocessor in that it not only contains the Central Processing Unit (CPU) but also includes on the same piece of silicon a RAM, a ROM, and input / output circuitry. Microcontroller A device or instrument that controls a process with high resolution, usually over a narrow region. A microprogrammed machine (microcomputer or microprocessor) used in a control operation; that is, to direct or make changes in a process or operation. Micrometer A measuring instrument for either external or internal measurement in thousandths and sometimes tenths of thousandths of inches.
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Microprocessor - MIME
Microprocessor The basic arithmetic, logic and control elements required for processing (generally contained on one integrated circuit chip). Microprocessors are widely used as the control devices for microcomputers, household applications, business machines, calculating devices, toys, video games and machines. MICS Miscellaneous InterCompany Settlement System MID 1. Molded Interconnect Device 2, Middle MIDI Musical Instrument Digital Interface MIG Metal Inert Gas (welding process) MIKE Microphone MIL Malfunction Indicator Light MIME Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions. A protocol that allows electronic attachments to be sent in a variety of file formats. MIL STD A term used in Engineering Drawings to indicate: military standard. Milestone Key events which describe the FPDS process: SI SC PH PA AA PR CP CC LR LS J1 Milestones ( formerly Diamond Points ) Major events in the product development process that require a company committee's or Program Manager's approval for the program to precede. Milk Run Transportation route which includes several suppliers with less than truck load shipping requirements. Due to daily shipments, plant has less stock on hand. Mill 1. Engine 2. To cut or machine with rotating tooth cutters.
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MIN - MIX
MIN Minimum Mind-set Attitude MINI Miniature MINOS Material Information On Screen MIPOS MAKE IN PLANT ORDER STANDARD. MIPS Million Instructions per Second MIR Mirror MIRA Motor Industry Research Association MIRROR Rear View Mirrors Subsystem Mirroring Keeping a copy of data on additional servers to make data available more quickly and to more simultaneous users. MITP Master Integrated Timing Plan - M/S Project Plan to track critical path of Mazda and Ford joint projects. MIX 1. Mix 2. Mixed 3. Mixing 4. Mixer 5. Mixure MISC Miscellaneous MISCELD Electrical/Electronic Components Misfiring Failure of an explosion to occur in one or more cylinders while engine is running. This may be a continuous or intermittent failure. MITI Ministry of International Trade and Industry MIS 1. Management Information System 2. Material Information System 3. Months In Service (warranty report) 3. Miscellaneous Sketches
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MJ - MLUS
MJ Model Year (MY) ( Modelljahr) MK 1. Mark 2. Marking MKR Marker MKS Marketing Staff MKS Marketing Strategy Office (Obsolete) MKY Monkey ML Mold Line MLD 1. Mold 2. Molded MLDG MOLDING MLE Male MLG Mileage MLTPL Multiple MLTPLR 1. Multiply 2. Multiplier MLTRY Military MLUS Modulated Lockup Solenoid MLTO Material Laboratory Testing Operations MLR Maintenance and Light Repair MLPS Manual Lever Position Sensor - Used in Ford electronic automatic transmissions to send a shift lever position signal to the powertrain control module. MLP Multi Layer Perceptron MLP Make Like Production MLM Materials and Logistics Management
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MM - MNDL
MM Millmeter mmbf Mean Miles before Failure MMC 1. Mazda Motor Corporation 2. Maximum Material Condition 3. Metal Matrix Composite MMD Micro-Machined Devices MMES Martin Marietta Energy Systems MMI Man-Machine Interface MMP Materials and Management Process MMR Material Move Request - This is a Ford form which is required when moving material through a security check point. MN 1. Manganese 2. Minnesota 3. Main MN/FR Main Frame MNDL Mandrel MMT Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (fuel additive for improved octane rating) MMS Maintenance Management System MMS Machine Monitoring System MMR Multi Model Release - Model Derivatives Sign-Off - Model Derivatives are usually signed-off sequentially in accordance with the timing plan, following the Base Model Sign-Off. The Sign-Off documents define only those risks associated with the unique derivative components. NOTE - Model Derivatives and associated unique components may be included in the Base Model Sign-Off.
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MNE - Modified ( NASCAR )
MNE Refer to Ford DVP&SOR front sheet MNE Refer to DVP&SOR front sheet MNP Microcom Networking Protocol MNR 1. Monroe Plant 2. Minor MNTR Monitor MO 1. Month 2. Missouri 3. Molybdenum 4. Magneto-Optical MO Marketing Operations MOD 1. Module 2. Modulate 3. Modulating 4. Modulator MODAPTS Modular arrangement of predetermined time standards. System used by Ford to provide a common language for describing work assignments and developing solutions to work related problems. It has been adopted as a work measurement system in a number of countries, including Germany, Korea and several states in the former Soviet Union. MODEM MODulate/DEModulate Modesty Panel Strip of material, either sunken or projected and usually decorative. Modified ( NASCAR ) Term defining light coupe or sedan bodies with passenger car engine. Virtually no restriction on combinations or power-plants, bodies, carburetion, supercharging or fuel.
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Modified Carryover - Monoposto
Modified Carryover Vehicle component or subsystem from current or previous model years that is modified but meets the following criteria: 1) One time tooling change that permits both service parts and future model parts, 2) Part suffix number changes are required (e.g., color changes). Changes to periphery, formations, flanges, holes, etc. must be containable by existing tool rework. Modularity A module is an assembly of a significant number of components designed and optimized as a subassembly before installation to the vehicle on the main assembly line. Modulator A pressure regulating device used in automatic transmissions. Module A group of components or subsystems, related to each other by position or function, designed and developed by a cross-functional team. A door assembly, including trim, glass, glass mechanisms, latches, handles, etc., is an example of a module. MOIST Moisture Molding Strip of material, either sunken or projected and usually decorative. MOMS Mechanization of Masters MON Motor Octane Number Monel Metal Corrosion resistant alloy of nickel, copper, iron and manganese. MONO Monophonic Mono-Block All cylinders of an engine are contained in one casting. Same as en-bloc or inblock. Monocoque Design which unitizes body and chassis. (Also unitized construction.) Monoposto Single seat racing car.
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MOONRF - MP
MOONRF Moon Roof Subsystem MOP Month Of Production - Identifies the month in which a product was produced. MOPAR Official Chrysler Corporation replacement part. MOPS Mechanized Online Pricing System MORS Master Owner Relations System MORSII Master Owner Relations System MOS 1. Metal Oxide Semiconductor 2. Minimum Object Sensitivity Mosaic One kind of browser software that accesses information on the World Wide Web created by Mosaic Corporation. MOSFET Metal Oxide Semiconductor Field Effect Transistor MOT Ministry Of Transport (Canadian Safety Agency) Motif ( Styling ) Main theme of a design or creative arrangement. Motor Principally, a machine which converts electrical energy to mechanical energy. MOUNTS Body Mounts Mouse ( Styling ) 'T'-shaped marking tool used by clay modelers. One end is beveled and pointed; the other end fits into a two-tofour-foot wooden handle. MOV Metal Oxide Varistor MOVGLAS Moveable Glass Subsystem MP Milan Plant
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MP&BD - MPO
MP&BD MARKETING PLANS & BRAND DEVELOPMENT MP&C Material Procurement & Control MP&C Manufacturing Planning & Control MP&L Manufacturing Planning and Logistics MP&L Material Planning and Logistics MP&S Marketing Plans & Strategy MP&S Market Planning and Strategy MPA Minor Pink Action MPAS Minor Product Action Summary MPC Multimedia PC Compatible MPO Miscellaneous Parts Order - same a MPPO MPLX Multiplex MPH Miles Per Hour MPEG Motion Picture Experts Group (video compression algorithm) MPES (Sometimes referred to as simply PES) Manufacturing Process Estimate Sheets - PTO's oracle database that contains Manufacturing estimates on new model programs being developed. MPG 1. Miles Per Gallon 2. Michigan Proving Grounds MPDD Manufacturing Process Design and Development MPE Manufacturing Process Engineer
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MPPO - MQT
MPPO Miscellaneous Production Parts Order a term used by Assemblers in export markets and IEL. MPPS Manufacturing Process Planning System - Body & Assembly's computerized system for defining assembly process-related information. It links part information to process steps and tools and eventually will also link funding and timing together. MPPS Manufacturing Process Planning System MPR Mandatory Product Requirement MPR ( Master Part Record ) Master Part Record (MPR) - Worldwide record of all basic Part Numbers and Names published by the responsible NAAO Technical Standards and Product Data activity. MPS Manufacturing Planning System MQT Management Quality Team MPSC Michigan Public Service Commission MPSRM MP&S Revenue Manager MPT Management Priorities Task MPU Microprocessor Unit MPV Manufacturing Planning Volume MPV Multi-Purpose Vehicle - Vehicle with motive power, except a trailer, designed to carry 10 persons or less which is constructed either on a truck chassis or with special features for occasional offroad application. MPX Multiplex MQBS Manufacturing Quality Business Systems
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MR - MS-III
MR Marketing Research MR 1. March 2. Management Roll MRA Mazda R&D of North America MRD Material Required Date - See IPD which has replaced MRD. MRDB Master Records Data Base MRFS Mechanical Returnless Fuel System MRG Margin MRL Matrix Report Language MRN Marine MRO Marketing Research Office MRO Maintenance, Repair & Operating (Supplies) MS&B Metal Stamping and Body Construction MS&BD Metal Stamping & Body Division MS-III Material Supply version III - used by assembly plants to manage final assembly parts for mass production of vehicles. MRY Memory MS 1. Mass 2. Mississippi 3. Microsoft MRW Manufacturers Reported Weight MRP Material Requirements Planning MRP Manufacturing Resource Planning MROM Masked Read-Only-Memory
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MSA - MSO
MSA Measurement Systems Analysis MSB 1. Most Significant Bit 2. Material Services Building 3. Metal Stamping & Body Construction MSCRS Manufacturing Systems Certification & Reliability Signoff MSD 1. Metal Stamping Division 2. Multiple Spark Discharge MSD Marketing Strategy Document MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet MSE Metal Stamping Engineering - Change Request- Product Concessions MSFE Minimum Significant Factor Error (DOE) MSN Microsoft Network MSO Manufacturing Systems Office MSO Marketing and Sales Executive Office MSO Metal Stamping Operations MSL Marketing Specification List: Vehicle Specification, Timing, Coding, Sourcing information, available from User Friendy inquiry screens. Covers all PFDB (Product Features Database) loaded Vehicle Lines. MSK 1. Mask 2. Masking 3. Masked MSG Message MSGCTR Instrumentation Messaging Center MSH 1. Mesh 2. Meshed 3. Meshing
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MSP - MTHD
MSP Motor Starter Protector (an IEC device) MSR 1. Measure 2. Measuring MSRD Material Systems Reliability Department MSRP Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price MSSM Marketing and Sales Strategy Meeting MSSS Manufacturing Supervisor Selection System - An assessment center used to select supervisors of hourly employees. MST 1. Manifold Surface Temperature 2. Mountain Standard Time MSTR Master MSU 1. Mass Storage Units 2. Michigan State University MTCH Match MTE Miles To Empty MTHD Method MTC 1. Manufacturing Technical Council 2. Manufacturing Technology Center MTC Manage The Change MTBF Mean Time Between Failures MTA 1. Managed Thermactor Air 2. Matched Tooling Aid -Model For Stamping Tooling MT 1. Montana 2. Mount 3. Mounted MSX MSX International 1120 John A. Papalas Lincoln Park
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MTL - MUD
MTL 1. Metal 2. Metallic 3. Metalize MTM Methods Time Measurement MTNG Mounting MTO Machine Tryout MTP Michigan Truck Plant MTR Motor MTRANS Manual Transmission/Clutch Control MTRC Metric MTS Mechanical Testing Systems (Rough Road Simulator) MTSHFT Manual Transmission Ext Controls mttf Mean Time To Failure MTTR Mean Time To Repair MTU Magnetic Tape Units MTW Machine Tool Wire - type of wire insulation. MTX-1CR Transaxle - Manual (5) Speed Close Ratio - FWD MTX-1WR Transaxle - Manual (5) Speed Wide Ratio - FWD MTX-3 Transaxle - Manual (5) Speed - FWD MTX4 Transaxle - Manual - 4 Speed MTXIII Transaxle - Manual - 3rd Level MTXIV Transaxle - Manual - 4th Level MUD Manufacturing Usage Database
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Muffler - MVZ
Muffler A chamber attached to exhaust pipe which allows exhaust gases to expand and cool. It is usually fitted with baffles or porous plates and serves to reduce noise created by exhaust. MUL Mandatory Belt Use Laws MULTDR Multiple Drive Subsystem Multi-Plate Clutch Clutch mechanism which utilizes a number of friction discs which lock, one against the other. MULTICS Multiplex Info Computer System Multimedia A combination of text, audio and video. Multiple Disc A clutch having a number of driving and driven discs as compared to a single plate clutch. Music ( Trade Slang ) Radio MVGP Mission, Values, Guilding Principles A Ford Corporate Statement of Operating Policy. It explains why we are in business, what our values are, and how we plan to conduct our business. A statement of MGVP can be found on Page iv of the 1986 Q-101 document. MVS Mayflower Vehicle Systems (Formerly IAD) MVSS Motor Vehicle Safety Standards MVZ Manifold Vacuum Zone Musts Objectives/targets agreed to by the dedicated team, considered essential for program success. MUX Multiplexer MV 1. Move 2. Moved 3. Moving 4. Movement
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MVZ Switch - MYTD
MVZ Switch Manifold Vacuum Zone Switch MW Medium Waveband MY Model Year - A 12 month period of time starting at Job #1 for a new model. A model year is usually August through July. MYTD Model Year To Date - Cumulative data that starts with Job #1 and runs to the current date.
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N - NACA
N Nitrogen n.OT after top dead centre ( ATDC ) N/A Not applicable or not available (Acronym used frequently on PDL's Powertrain Line-up is a good example). N/DRVN Non Driven N/FLAM Non Flammable N/PIGMD Non Pigmented N/PLT Name plate. N/S/O NATIONAL STANDARDS ORGANIZATION N/STN 1. Non Stain 2. Nonstaining 3. Nonstain NA North America NAAFO North American Automotive Financing Operation NAAO North American Automotive Operations (used prior to the Ford 2000 reorganisation) NAAO Timing Standard Authorized by the Executive VicePresident NAAO, and revisions can only be made by the NAAO Program Timing and Control Manager. Detailed work plans in support of the standard are the responsibility of participating activities. NACA National Advisory Committee for Aerodynamics NA 1. Sodium 2. Not Available or Not Applicable 3. Next Assembly 4. Naturally Aspirated
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NACB - NAS
NACB No-Adjust Car Build is a total vehicle dimensional control discipline used in the design, manufacture, and assembly of a vehicle, which recognizes and manages variation to produce quality in the dimensional aspects of the vehicle, both appearance and functional, based on customer expectations all the time, every time. NAD North American Design NADA National Automobile Dealers Association NAEPIS North American Engineering Parts Inquiry System NAFTA North American Free Trade Agreement NAGA North American Governmental Affairs NALDEC New Automobile Life Development by Electronics NAS Network Access Server NALS National Automotive Leasing Seminars NAM National Association of Manufacturers Nameplate Make of car NAMUR Normenausschuss Arbeitskreis Mess und Regeltechnik -- type of 2-wire, analog DC sensor which requires a remote amplifier. NAO North American Operations (GM) NAPA National Automotive Parts Association NAPHCC National Association of Plumbing, Heating, Cooling Contractors NARLO North American Research Liaison Office
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NASA - NC
NASA North American Sales Accounting NASA National Aeronautics and Space Administration NASCAR National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing NASDAQ National Association of Security Dealers Automated Quotation -This is the stock exchange "value" reported along with the Dow-Jones Industrial Average, Standard and Poor's, etc. NASS North American Standard Specification . National Source Company (ORG) National Manufacturing Company producing Ford products, e.g. Ford Motor Company Limited, Ford Werke AG. Native Mode The highest performance state of a computer or the normal running mode of a computer. NAV 1. Navigate 2. Navigated 3. Navigating 4. Navigation Navigation Finding the way described in the route instructions. NAVIS North American Vehicle Information System - A large database on all current vehicles built by Ford Motor Company and used by other information systems. NB 1. Notchback (Greenhouse Styling) 2. Nebraska 3. Niobium NBS National Bureau of Standards NBV Net Book Value NC 1. Numerically Controlled 2. North Carolina 3. Normally Closed NATL National
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NC Ready - NEC
NC Ready Refers to mathematical surface definition which can be used to create NC cutter paths from which a quality production tool can be made. NCAP NEW CAR ASSESSMENT PROGRAM NCBS New Car Buyer Survey = European survey of new vehicle buyers to assess customer satisfaction. NCMS National Center for Manufacturing Science NCP Not Certified for Production New Materials - New materials are Product Engineering Materials which have not previously been used in Ford products. This includes materials from new Suppliers obtained to existing material specifications including industry specifications (e.g. ISO, SAE, ASTM, DIN, BS, JIS, RAL, etc.) and existing materials to be used in new applications, quantities, processes or environments. NDS Neutral Drive Switch NE Neon NEC National Electrical Code (aka NFPA 70) NDR Non-Defective Returns - Parts returned, usually through the warranty system, that have no apparent defect. NDE Nondestructive Evaluation NDL Needle NDPC Non-Design Price Change NCSA National Center for Supercomputing Applications ND 1. North Dakota 2. Neodymium
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NEC - NESHAP
NEC NAAO Executive Committee - The NAAO management committee consisting of the heads of Car Product Development, major NAAO operations, and NAAO Finance, chaired by the Executive Vice President of NAAO. Neckdown Eliminate alternatives by passing through bottleneck. NEDC New Euro Drive Cycle (ECE15 + EUDC) NEDTC National Education, Development and Training Center. UAW-Ford Training Center located at Hubbard Drive and Evergreen in Dearborn, Michigan. Needle Bearing An antifriction bearing using a great number of rollers of small diameter in relation to their length. Needle Valve Tapered rod in carburetor which regulates fuel supply by variable insertion jet. NESC National Employee Services Center NESHAP National Emmission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants NERU Neutral Engine Run Up - The vehicle is started, neutral gear is selected and the engine speed is increased from idle to the maximum acceptable RPM while the vehicle is stationary. This is an old acronym that is widely used in vehicle testing, particularly NVH testing. NEOP Neoprene NEF NATIONAL EXTRA FINE (THREAD) NEG Negative Negative Pole Point from which an electrical current flows as it passes through circuit. Designated by a minus sign($). NEMA National Electrical Manufacturer's Association
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Net Horsepower - Network and System Management
Net Horsepower Brake horsepower remaining at flywheel of engine after power required by engine accessories (fan, water pump, alternator, etc.). Net Income The net profit reported on the Company's financial statements. It includes all revenues, costs, income taxes, and deductions for minority interests. Net Stock Space It is the floorspace required for the raw stock space, plus allowances for internal access aisles, clearances, building columns, etc. As an example, a 4 ft. x 9 ft. rack occupies 36 sq. ft. of floorspace; to convert to net space, multiply the raw stock by 1. 3. So the 36 sq. ft. in this example equates to 46.8 sq. ft. of net stock space. Net Worth The difference between the Company's total assets and total liabilities. Equal to shareholders' equity. netiquette (NETwork etIQUETTE) Proper manners when using a bulletin board system (BBS) or online service. Netscape One kind of browser software, used at Ford, that accesses information on the World Wide Web created by Netscape Corporation. Network The connection of many computers to one another. A Local Area Network (LAN) is the network of computers that are connected together in the same building. A Wide Area Network (WAN) is the network of computers that are connected togethe from different buildings.. Network and System Management A technology component of ATAD that provides disaster recovery services, troubleshooting guidelines, corrective action procedures and identification and interception of potential network problems.
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Network News Transfer Protocol ( NNTP ) - NGF
Network News Transfer Protocol ( NNTP ) A network news transport service that extends the TCP/IP LAN. This is used to transfer Usenet News postings over the Internet. Network Security This is the authorization to gain access to files and directories in a network Users are given IDs and passwords. NEUT Neutral Neutron Portion of an atom which carries no electrical charge and, with protons, form central core of atom about which electrons rotate. NEV Neighborhood Electic Vehicle, a category created by NHTSA June, 1998. New Technology Technology which is developed and has not yet been used for a high volume automotive application and, therefore, not proven Ford manufacturing feasible/capable. NFPA National Fluid Power Association NFS Network File System NFW No Feasible Way NGF Natural Gas Fuel System NEXT Near End Crosstalk - factor interfering with signals on a network cabling system. Next Turn A rally term, indicating a turn is specified at the next permissible intersection. NF A term used in Engineering Drawings to indicate: National Fine (thread).
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NGS - Nickel Steel
NGS New Generation STAR Tester - Ford's Worldwide hand-held diagnostic scan tool. NGS is an essential service tool for all North American dealers and was introduced Worldwide starting in 1994 (Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Taiwan, South America). Future markets include China, South Africa and India. NGS Neutral Gear Switch NGSC Next Generation vehicle Speed Control system NGST Next Generation Star Tester (A Diagnostic tool which is used for multiple types of automotive diagnosis) NGT Night NGV 1. Next Generation Vehicle (Super Car) 2. Natural Gas Vehicle NH New Hampshire NHG New Holland Geotech Niche Focused on specialty markets; usually smaller than mainstream markets. Nickel Steel Nickel is alloyed with steel to form a heat and corrosion resistant metal. NICAD Nickel-Cadmium NICD Nickel-Cadmium NIC Network Interface Card NIASE National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence NHGE New Holland Geotech Europe NHRA National Hot Rod Association NHTSA National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NI 1. Neutral Idle 2, Nickel
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NIH - NMOS
NIH Not invented here NII National Information Insfrastructure NIMH Nickel Metal Hydride (battery type) NIS Network Information Service NIST National Institute of Standards and Technology (was NBS) NITRO Nitromethane. Racing fuel additive. NJ New Jersey NJCHS The National Joint Committee on Health and Safety NK Neck NLD Network Logic Diagram NMH Nickel Metal Hydride (battery type) NMHC Non-Methane Hydrocarbons NMOG Non-Methane Organic Gases NMOS N-Channel MOS NMA New Markets and Association NMCLTR Nomenclature NMER New Model Expenditure Report Report of fixed expenditures (e.g. tooling) for forward model programs. NM 1. Name 2. New Mexico NLT Not Later Than NLS Needle Lift Sensor NLQ Near Letter Quality
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nmp - Non-Preemtive Multitasking
nmp new model program NMP Normenausschuss Materialpruefung (Standards Committee for Testing of Materials) NMPDC New Model Program Development Center NMPDW New Model Program Development Warehouse (formerly Van Born Warehouse). NMPL New Model Program Launch NMPR New Model Progress Report NMPRF New Markets Product Request Form NMRR Normal Mode Rejection Ratio NNCBS National New Car Buyer Study NO. 1. Number 2. # NOC Notification Of Change - Nondimensional materials are those Product Engineering Materials which are nondimensional (bulk) in nature, i.e. an engineering drawing cannot be made for the material, e.g. grease, paint, adhesives, etc. NOCTRN Nocturne Noise Factors Source of variation (noises) that can disrupt ideal function. NOM Nominal Non-Preemtive Multitasking A multitasking environment in which an application will only give up control of the CPU to another application at certain points, such as when it is ready to accept input from the keyboard. NO Normally Open
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Non-Product Facilities and Launch Cost - Normal Gears
Non-Product Facilities and Launch Cost Non-product spending for BMD and other Company generated actions (including automation, additional plant capacity for a carryover program, plant machinery and robotics for ongoing labor/overhead improvements and facilities for support staffs). Non-Specific TFLE Investment for cross-vehicle line actions and design changes occurring in "quiet model years," i.e., model years during which freshenings and regulatory actions are not scheduled. Non-Speed Event Includes rallies, concours d'elegance, gymkhanas, etc. Events not requiring special competition licenses. Non-Value Adding An operation or activity that takes time and resources but does not add value to the product sold to the customer. Nonvalue adding activities include work-inprocess, inspection, defects, waiting, and inefficiency. Nonferrous Metals Metals which contain no iron or very little iron, and not subject to rusting. NOR Norfolk Assembly Plant NOR Notice of Revision NOR Normal NORM ( GIS1 ) NO telog Records Management (NORM) - A tool to assist you with managing your e-mail on the OfficeVision System. NORM will identify and remove notes that are older than one year that reside in note logs. To use the NORM tool, type NORM at the command line in PROFS (==>), then follow the instructions/prompts. See <a href="http://www.ctis.ford.com/imhom e/gis/afr/norm">www.ctis.ford.com/imh ome/gis/afr/norm</a> faqs.html Normal Gears The gears in a manual transmission used in street driving that are not compound or with a ratio of less than 1:1 (i.e., overdrive).
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North Pole - NP
North Pole Pole of a magnet from which lines of force start. Opposite of south pole. Notchback ( Styling ) See Bustleback Notice A notice is usually raised after a Concern or an Alert. A new part (initial release) will also have a Notice raised. A notice defines all the changes that have been detailed by a Concern or an Alert. Notice Number A notice number is assigned by the system when a Concern is raised. It consists of four fields: Activity, Type, Base & Supplement. Notice Priority There are three valid priority codes that can be assigned to a notice: 1=Express; 2=Major; 3=Minor. Notice Status The Notice Status code identifies and controls the level of completeness of the notice. NOVA North American Automotive Operations Overall Vehicle Audit NOVA-C A team-oriented, customer-driven audit process utilized as the quality focus for all new and current production programs, and to benchmark competition. Pre-production: During this time, NOVA-C is an early and timely identification process for effective and cost-efficient concern resolution during the prototype build phases. Production: During this time, NOVA-C is a measuring tool that provides a stable and consistent audit which can be converted to a CNVQ/TGW projection. Benchmarking: Used in this way, NOVA-C provides a similar look at competitive products to better understand Ford's quality position in the marketplace. NOx or NOX Nitrogen Oxides (Emissions) NOZ Nozzle NP Neptunium
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NP TF - NRC
NP TF Dryseal American Standard Taper Pipe Threads for Press Tight Joints npa noise path analysis NPD National Parts Depot (Livonia, Michigan) NPDES National Pollution Discharge Elimination System NPL Nipple NPP NAAO Production Purchasing NPRA Non Production Release Authorization NPRM Notice of Proposed Rulemaking NPSC Screw Standards American National Pipe Thread in Pipe Couplings NRAM Non-volatile RAM NRAR Numbers recorded as received. NRC Nuclear Regulatory Commission NPTF DRYSEAL AMERICAN STANDARD TAPER PIPE THREADS FOR PRESS TIGHT JOINTS NPT 1. National Pipe Thread 2. American Standard Taper Pipe Thread NPSM A term used in Engineering Drawings to indicate: A term only used for Engineering indicate: screw standards American national pipe threads for mechanical joints. NPSH Screw standards American national straight pipe threads for hose cou nipples. NPSF Dryseal American standard fuel internal straight pipe threads for press tight joints.
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NREL - NTC
NREL National Renewable Energy Laboratory NRP Net retail price - Sales list price of a vehicle excluding taxes NRS Numerical Rating System NRT Official SCCA National Rally Terms NRTL Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (UL, ETL, CSA) NS&M Network and System Management NSB Northland Square Building NSC (ORG) National Sales Company - Subsidiary of Ford Motor Company that is responsible for the distribution, sale and service of Ford products, including spare parts for such products in a particular country or countries. NT Note NT/WRK Network NTA 1. Navis North American Vehicle Information System 2. National Type Approval (Great Britain) NTC Negative Temperature Coefficient NSS Network Services Section - FMCC group section and part of ITO (Information Technology Office). NSS Network Server System NSO National Standards Organization NSF 1. National Science Foundation 2. National Sanitation Foundation NSE Noise
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NTF - NVQS
NTF Noise Transfer Function NTF No Trouble Found NTIS National Technical Information Service NTSC National Television Standard Committee - Electronic Industries Association (EIA). A group responsible for the standards of commercial broadcasting that were accepted by the FCC in the early 1950's. NUM Numeral NUMMI New United Motors Manufacturing Incorporated - Plant located in California jointly owned by General Motors and Toyota. NURBS Non-uniform Rational B-Splines (CAD term) NV Nevada NVL Northville Plant NVM (Non Volatile Memory) Memory in an electronic module that can be modified and will retain the memory after power is removed. Modules with NVM do not require a battery feed to keep power on the module when the vehicle is off. NVQ New Vehicle Quality NVQS New Vehicle Quality Study - A quarterly survey of three-month-old Ford Cars and light trucks used to determine TGW/1000 and customer satisfaction. NVQ studies report the first, third, and fourth quarters of the model year and are published in February, August, and November. CNVQ reports the second quarter. NVH Noise, Vibration, and Harshness - The acoustic and tactile stimuli generated by the vehicle that are perceived by the customer as indicators of product quality.
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NVRAM - NYSE
NVRAM NonVolatile Random Access Memory NWC Nuclear Weapons Complex NY New York NYL Nylon NYSE New York Stock Exchange
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O - OAK
O Oxygen O&P Operating & Planning O&PP Organization & Personnel Planning O&PP Organizational and Personnel Planning O/BD Outboard O/D Overdrive O/DRV Overdrive O/HT Overheat O/LD Overload O/LN Outline O/RD Override O/RG O ring OAK Oakville (Ont.) Assembly Plant OAH Overall Vehicle Height OA Office Automation O2S Oxygen Sensor O/SET Offset O/TEMP Over temperature O/TRVL Over Travel O/U Over/Under O/S Outside O/RUN Overrun O/RGR Outrigger O/RG OUTRIGGER
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OAL - Object Linking and Embedding ( OLE )
OAL Overall Vehicle (or feature) Length OAP Oakville Assembly Plant OAS Organizational Analysis Survey OASIS On-Line Autotmotive Service Information System - A database for Ford dealers to access which gives diagnostic and repair assistance as well as information on recalls and technical service bulletins. OAT Organic Acid Technology OAW Overall Vehicle Width - Objective Weight - Weight agreed with or imposed on the Component Engineering area for their items of reponsibility. OBC On-Board Computer OBD On-Board Diagnostic Object In a G8D application, an object is the name given to a specific product or process which exhibits the defect. Object Linking and Embedding ( OLE ) A complex specification that describes the interfaces used for embedding objects within documents created by another, performing drag-and-drop data transfers within or between applications, creating automation servers that expose their inner functions to other programs, etc. Version 1.0 of the specification was originally created for placing objects such as Excel spreadsheets inside documents created by other applications such as Microsoft Word. OLE 2.0 greatly expanded the scope of OLE and made the original name obsolete, but the name had achieved widespread recognition and was retained. OBD II On board Diagnostics regulations for California for the late 1990s.
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Object Oriented Database - OCP
Object Oriented Database A database containing abstract data types (objects). It is managed by an object-oriented database management system (DBMS). Object Technology This is the use of objects as the building blocks for applications. Objects are software routines created according to a set of rules that lets them work as independent building blocks that interact with each other. Object-oriented An application development and database technology based on defining objects (abstractions of real-world entities) which contain both data and procedures. Object-oriented systems are based on the four concepts of classification, encapsulation, inheritance, and poly morphism. Objectives Committed goals established at Program Confirmation <PC>, based on consensed product assumptions and a condensed analysis of capabilities to meet the product assumptions/goals. OBS Obsolete OBSV 1. Observe 2. Observation OBVR On-Board Vapor Recovery OC 1. Oxidation Catalytic Converter 2. October OCC Output Circuit Check OCC OCCUPANT OCE Office of the Chief Executive OCM Operating Committee Meeting OCP Off Chip Port - Integrated circuit chip used to expand input/output capabilities of the CPU.
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OCPD - Odometer
OCPD Overcurrent Protective Device - generic term used in standards for a fuse or circuit breaker OCR (Optical Character Recognition) A machine's recognition of printed characters. OCR Optical Character Recognition OCS Overdrive Cancel Switch OCT Octane OCTAL A numbering system with a radix or base of 8, that is associated with computers. Octane ( Octane Rating ) Measurement of contents of groups of hydrocarbons found in gasoline. A not too meaningful way of indicating fuel energy content. OD Organizational Development odo Odometer ODO Overseas Distribution Organization ODOM Odometer Odometer A device for measuring and registering number of miles traveled. OD Outside Diameter ODC Ozone-depleting Chemical ODEC Over-Drive Engagement Control ODIN Office Data Integration - ODIN is the term used to describe a group of softwar applications developed by EIS. Examples: PEAS (Product Engineering Assumption System), DV/PV (Design Verification & Production Validation, DECAL (Definition of Engine Calibration), etc.
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ODS - Off-Line Acceleration
ODS Ozone-Depleting Substance(s) ODT Optical Data Transfer ODT Organization Design Team OEC Orbital Engineering Company OECD Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development OEE Overall Equipment Efficiency - A measure of the effectiveness, output, or operation of a system or piece of equipment (actual) vs. the maximum or theoretical capacity of that equipment or system. OEE Overall Equipment Effectiveness - A measure of equipment performance relative to design performance for the net available time the equipment is run. OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer OFEA Open Front End Architecture. Refers to the body architecture of the BIW with a Front End Module. The Function of the rad support, hood latch support, bumper beam, and GOR/GOP is integrated into the bolster. The bolster is part of the Front End Module that replaces/enhances the 24 vehcile attributes and is assembled to the vehicle in the trim area of the assembly plant. OFF Office Off-Line Acceleration Engine response off the line, from vehicle stop. OFC Option Feature Code - The Official Vehicle Specifications Manual (Gold Book) is an executive summary of selected technical data (mechanical / performance data & package/dimensional data) on Ford and Competitor's products and is used for comparisons with competitive products.
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Off-Line Pick Areas - OGGE
Off-Line Pick Areas Area used for selectivity of parts, remote from the production zone - parts are typically transported to production via tug and trailers or conveyor. Pick labor is "production" headcount, and any labor to transport selected parts is "production indirect". Colored magenta on a layout marked up by MH&PE. Off-Pink A problem which has been resolved (example: when a print has been changed and then given to the supplier). Off-Site Warehouse Areas Identify material storage areas not included within the plant; this may include leased warehouse, temporary on-site buildings, ...AKA, Butler buildings, Rubb buildings. Official Mileage The distance from the start of a section to a point along the rally route given to within 0.01 miles. Official Record ( GIS1 ) A record with long term business, legal, or regulatory value. It may be an individual record or a composite file. The Official Record is designated or selected by the originator (the originator may be the person who prepares and issues the record or who has final signatory or issuing authority) and is retained by the originator of the record. Holders of all Official Records must retain the records until the disposal date identified in the Record Series. Official Time ( at a point ) Official elapsed time. The official mileage at the point may be inferred. There is no official time at a point within a transit zone or free zone. OFL Option Feature List OFQ Out For Quote OGC Office of the General Counsel OGGE A rally term, indicating a long 'S'shaped curve.
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OGT - OK to Ship
OGT Over Guideline Time OH Ohio OHC 1. Overhead Cam (Engine) 2. Overhead Camshaft OHL Overhaul OHM A measurement of resistance to flow of an electrical current through a conductor. OHV Overhead Valve OI Overdrive Inhibit OI/SLR Open Item/Surface Layout Release Oil Pan Pan or sump which bolts to bottom of engine crankcase and contains engine oil. OIT Operator Interface Terminal OK Oklahoma OK to Sell 1) Document which authorizes the assembly plant to ship saleable vehicles to the dealers. 2) Document which authorizes dealers to deliver vehicles to the customers. OK to Ship Document which authorizes the assembly plant to ship saleable vehicles to the dealers. OIS Office Information System Oil Pump Pump which circulates lubricating oil throughout engine, transmission or differential. Oil Pumping Engine which is using an excessive amount of lubricating oil. OILPRI Oil Pressure Indication Subsystem
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OK-To-Use-List - OMP
OK-To-Use-List OK To Use List (Standard/Utility Parts) - Contains Standard and Utility Parts currently released . for production which may be used to meet new requirements as they arise without further approval except where the application may be critical. The list does NOT include parts that are - used in Production but restricted to current use only, in order to avoid perpetuation, contained in received assembled assemblies or used in service only released without prior approval in accordance with EPDA0 6. . OL Open Loop OLAP Online analytical processing OLE Object Linking and Embedding OLE (Object Linking and Embedding) Object oriented technology for Microsoft Windows, based on Microsoft's Common Object Model (COM). OLET Outlet OMI Operator-Machine Interface OMP Overseas Market Planning OLIP Optional Life Insurance Program OLPSS On-Line Process Sheet System Ombre ( Onbure ) Fabric with stripes of varying shades. Ombudsman Support Facilitation of problem resolution. OME Outstanding MSE Requests OMFS Optimum Metric Fastener System OMG Object Management Group. A consortium responsible for standards in object- oriented programming. The Common Object Request Broker Architecture (CORBA) specifies what it takes to be OMG-compliant.
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OMT - Open Road Race
OMT Object Management Task ON Octane Number On-line service / Online Service Companies such as CompuServe, Prodigy, and American Online, that provide their own services to the Internet. One shot, one fix One-time One-Way Clutch See Free-Wheeling ONE/WY Oneway Ongoing Presently happening and continuing indefinitely into the future. OOD Out Of Division OOP Object-Oriented Programming OPC Operating Policy Committee Office Productivity Center OPEC Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries Open Circuit A break or opening in an electrical circuit which stops passage of current. Open Questions Questions that invite discussion for a response. Open Road Race Road race staged on open public roads. OPD On-going Product Development OPC OLE for Process Control (see OLE)
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Open Tax Years ( GIS1 ) - OPTC
Open Tax Years ( GIS1 ) (1) The Suspension Orders issued by the Office of Tax Counsel identify the tax years currently open. They refer to tax years which are still under negotiation with the Tax Authorities. All information which could be required to support the Company's tax claims must be retained until the relevant tax year is closed. The retention column in the Record Series identifies the Open Tax Years. (2) Years still subject to tax audit or appeals. A wide variety of business records generally are required to resolve tax disputes from open tax years. See Business Records Needed to Support Tax Positions. Open The Tap Increase throttle setting. OPER 1. Operate 2. Operating 3. Operation 4. Operator OPN Open OPP Opposite OPT Optional OPTC 1. Optic 2. Optical Operating Profit Profit before taxes, excluding interest income/expense and earnings of unconsolidated subsidiaries (e.g., Ford Credit). Operational Definition A means of clearly communicating quality expectations and performance; it consists of (1) a criterion to be applied to an object or to a group; (2) a test of the object or of the group, (3) a decision: yes or no - the object or the group did or did not meet the criterion. OPG Opening OPIMS OBSOLEESCENCE PREVENTION INFORMATION AND MONITORING SYSTEM
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Optimization - ORNG
Optimization Optimization is a process in which multiple performance characteristics of interest (functional attribute(s), cost, weight, ease of assembly, packaging, etc) are simultaneously bettered within often times conflicting restrictions imposed by those performance characteristics. Options Optional fitments or accessories available (most often) at extra cost. OPUT Output OR Owner Relations OR 1. Operations Research 2. Oregon ORB ORBIT/ING Orifice Small opening in a tube, pipe or valve. Originator The individual that generated the record file. ORN 1. Ornament 2. Ornamentation ORNG Orange ORFC ORIFICE ORGNZ 1. Organize 2. Organizer ORI Octane Requirement Increase ORCHID Owner Relations Contact Handling Information Database - Orchid is a system tha aims to help advisors resolve a customer complaint to the complete satisfaction of the customer. It is based in all European Assistance Centre except for Germany. ORF Orifice
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ORNL - OSS
ORNL Oak Ridge National Lab ORV Off Road Vehicle ORVR On-board Refueling Vapor Recovery A.K.A. --- OBVR OS Operating System OS 1. Oversize 2. Osmium 3. Outside OS/2 Operating Sytem/2 OSAC Orifice Spark Advance Control OSCAR Online Stock Control And Releasing Oscar Two-dimensional movable mannikin used by stylists and engineers to represent size and shape of most drivers or passengers (from 5-95 percentile) and the limitations of their movements. OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSI Open Systems Interconnection OSM Outside of Metal OSRP Occupant Safety Research Partnership OSS Organizational Survey Services Oscillate To swing back and forth like a pendulum. Oscilloscope An electrical testing device which shows a pattern wave form of spark ignition action on a viewing screen. OSCLTR Oscillator OSF Open Software Foundation
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OSTP - Outside Storage
OSTP Office of Science and Technology Policy OT Overtime OTC Office of Tax Counsel OTC 1. Ozone Transport Commission -Northeast U.S., 12-state coalition seeking to adopt California-type cleanair regulations. 2. Over The Counter OTD Order to Delivery Other Financing Profits Extended Service Plan and Credit Life Insurance profits. OTL OUT TO LUNCH OTP ontario truck plant OTR Outer OTT Ok-To-Tool Drawing Otto Cycle Four stroke cycle named after man who adopted principle of four stroke operation for each explosion in an engine cylinder. They are: suction, compression, power and exhaust. Out To Lunch ( Drag Racing ) Inconsequential person. Output Shaft Shaft which receives power from transmission and transmits it to vehicle drive shaft. Outside Canopy Outside storage area with roof (no walls) for storing "outside storage approved" parts or empty racks. Colored red on a layout marked up by MH&PE. Outside Storage Outside pads used for storage of "outside storage approved" parts or empty racks. Colored red on a layout marked up by MH&PE.
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outturn - Overlay ( Styling )
outturn Report(s) created by Assemblers in export markets advising of discrepancy or quality issues when then receive and unpack shipments. OV 1. Oval 2. Office Vision OV HD Oval Head OV/VM Office Vision/Virtual Machine Oval Oval-shape race track. Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) A Ford Production System Measurable. OEE measures the availability, performance, efficiency, and quality rate of equipment, in particular, the constraint operation. OEE is part of the Ford Total Productive Maintenance program and improves throughout by eliminating downtime. OEE = Availability x Performance Efficiency x Quality Rate. Overall Height Height from ground to highest point of vehicle. Overall Length Front-to-rear measurement of vehicle, including bumpers, etc. Overall Width Dimension of vehicle at its widest point. Overdrive Any arrangement of gearing which produces more revolutions of driven shaft than driving shaft. Overhang Distance from center line of wheels to rearmost (or foremost) projection of vehicle. Overhead Valve or Valve-In-Head Engine ( OHV ) An engine design having valves located in cylinder head directly above pistons. Overlay ( Styling ) Sheet of translucent paper laid over an original drawing to sketch an alternate version or design. Used for comparing two or more designs.
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Overrider ( British ) - OZN
Overrider ( British ) Bumper bracket Overrunning Clutch or Coupling See Free-Wheeling Oversteer Tendency of car to add lock or steer itself increasingly into corner requiring driver to reduce steering pressure or take off lock. (Opposite of Understeer.) OVL Overall vehicle length OVR 1. Over 2. Overage OVR/FLO Overflow OVS Official Vehicle Specifications OWA Outlook Web Access OWC One Way Clutch OZN OZONE OZ IN Ounce Inches Oxidize To combine an element with oxygen or convert into its oxide. Examples: when carbon burns, it combines with oxygen to form carbon dioxide or carbon monoxide; iron combines with oxygen in air to form an oxide of iron, or rust. OXFD Oxford Owner of Information The person who is responsible for the information. OWNR Owner OXDTN Oxidation OXDZ 1. Oxidize 2. Oxidizer
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P - P/E/C
P Phosphorus P&A Parts & Accessories P&A Personnel & Administration P&A Profits Ford Customer Service Division profits on aftermarket parts to dealers and retailers. P&A profits are dependent on FAO volumes, vehicle registration factors and the number of units in operation. P&BS Planning and Business Strategy: A meeting to review development program status at the Strategic Intent (<SI>) milestone. P&E Performance and Economy P&O PICKLED & OILED P&O Pickled and Oiled P/C Production Control P/CLNR Pre Cleaner P/E/C POWER ELECTRONIC CENTER P/BRK Parking Brake P/BTN Pushbutton P&SC Policy and Strategy Committee - A committee of Ford senior management, chaired by the Chief Executive Officer, that approves Cycle Plans and new product programs. P.P.& B. Prototype Planning and Build P.t.o Power take-off P.t.o. Please turn over P/AMP Pre Ampere
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P/F - PAC
P/F Preliminary Female (Tooling Aid) P/FRM Preform P/L Product Letter P/LOD Preload P/M 1. Powder Metallurgy 2. Preventive Maintenance P/N Part Number P/PRESS Pre Pressure P/RD Push Rod P/SEL 1. Preselect 2. Preselector 3. Preselection P/T Powertrain P/T MTL Prevailing Torque Metal PA Polyamide (Nylon) PABX Private Automatic Branch Exchange PAC 1. Project Appropriation Committee 2. Political Action Committee 3. Packet P/TYP Prototype P/U Pick Up PA 1. Purchasing Agent 2. Product Assurance 3. Public Affairs 4. Purchasing Alternate 5. Purchase Assistance 6. Pennsylvania 7. Purchase Assistance 8. Protactinum P/T PLAS Prevailing Torque Plastic P/T/C POSITIVE TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT
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PACE - Pad
PACE Payables Accounting Commitment Expenditures - Package Data - Are all dimensional data with regard to size, accessability or customer comfort and convenience e.g. vehicle width/height/length, leg room, knee clearance, luggage capacity etc. Pace Car Vehicle used to pace race cars. Paced Start Flying start led by pace car. Pacer Driver who races at predetermined speed. Package Dimensional hardpoints which together define the spatial constraints to be used in the design of the interior and the exterior hardpoint dimensions. Package ( Styling ) Concept of organization of vehicle including dimensions. Package Drawing A package layout which depicts hardpoints used to control the spatial relationships of major subsystems, including occupant, body, chassis, and powertrain. These drawings are consistent with the Master Package Drawing and may show more details as in an engine compartment package. Package Layout Electronic file which depicts interior and exterior hardpoint dimensions. Package Selection An event which selects one of the package alternatives in its entirety from market research. Package Tray Shelf-like portion of interior between top of rear seat and backlight. PACX Private Automatic Computer Exchange Pad Disc brake friction material generally molded to metal backing, or shoe.
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Pad(s) - Pancake Mill
Pad(s) Part of disc brake assembly (see Disc). Padding The repairing of worn press dies using material inserted by weld build-up. PAF Preliminary Aid Female - To I/S of Metal from Certified Model - Red Base. PAFC Phosphoric acid fuel cell PAINT Body Paint Subsystem Paint HDTV interactive graphics system for 2D artistic design of vehicle exteriors. Painted On See Glued On PAIR Pulsed Secondary Air Injection PAIR Valve Pulsed Secondary Air Injection Valve PAMS Program Assumptions Management System Pancake Engine A design where cylinders are laid horizontal to obtain a minimum of height. Pancake Mill Horizontally opposed engine. PAMA Powertrain Attribute Matching and Analysis PAM Preliminary Aid Male - To I/S of Metal from Certified Model -Red Base PALS Product Attribute Leadership Strategy (NAAO) PAL Programmable Array Logic (chip)
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PAP - Pareto Chart
PAP Prior Approval Program - A program used by manufacturing plants whereby a sample of Ford dealers always call the component manufacturing plant before making a warranty repair. This gives the dealer expert repair advise from the plant and gives the plant timely information about failures in the field with the opportunity to exchange for the defective part or visit in the dealer. PAPD Product Analysis and Publications Department Supply & Distribution Ford Parts & Service Division PAR Program Action Report Part Trademark Part Branding par Polyarylate PARA Paragraph Parametric Relations Parametric relations captures a transaction history of construction operations, their variables and editing operations (thus recording the design intent) of the CAD/CAM/CAE functions performed by the user to design a part. Thus parametric modeling records the design process, in an order dependent or sequential manner, that can be duplicated/repeated automatically at a later date. PARC Xerox's Palo Alto Research Center Parent Program The primary, or main program, or the first program loaded into memory. Pareto Chart A tool for problem-solving that involves ranking all potential problem areas or sources of variation according to their contribution to cost or total variation.. Typically, a few causes account for most of the cost (or variation), so problem-solving efforts are best prioritized to concentrate on the "vital few" causes, temporarily holding the "trivial many" for future action.
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Pareto Diagram - Particulates
Pareto Diagram A graphical display of the relative contribution of various factors to the total, used to prioritize the most important factors. Parking Brake Brake system used to hold one or more brakes continuously in applied position. PARSER Product Analysis, Reliability, and Service Evaluation Reports Parser This is a routine which conducts parsing operations on a natural language or a computer. Part Classification A one character code which defines how this Part function is used. Part I and II Design Reviews Shows in the Design Center are part of the process of executing a vehicle design after a styling theme is selected. Elements include styling properties (clays, etc.), and design date (cost, reliability, etc.) from engineering, manufacturing and financial groups. Part I/II approvals are scheduled to support the NAAO Timing Plan. Part-Throttle Acceleration (PTA) Any acceleration at constant throtle but less than wideopen throttle. Accelerations must be evaluated at various engine loads to get a complete cross-section of intake depressions. When rating this maneuver, consider only that part of the acceleration which occurs after initial tip-in. Part-Throttle Response A constant vehicle speed on a level road. This evaluation must be conducted in both directions to allow for wind and road bias. Particulates Minute solid particles emitted from vehicle's exhaust system.
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Partition - Pattern Loading
Partition A part of the disk or memory that is reserved and set aside for some use. PARTS Parts are all individual parts, assemblies and components of assemblies released by the activities of Product Engineering on releases or other approved release media for use in the production or servicing of Ford products or for other forms of sale. Parts Operations Parts Operations Ford of Europe and/or Parts Activities - Sales Ford of Britain and/or Parts Activities - Sales Ford of Germany and/or Parts Activities Ford of Spain PAS 1. Product Acceptance Specification 2. Power Assisted Steering 3. Product Acceptance Standard 4. Pulse Air Solenoid PASCAR Passenger car durability test PASE Product Acceptance Specification Exception PASS 1. Passage 2. Passenger PASS-KEY Personalized Automotive Security System Passive Verification Done by observation. The presence of the cause is looked for without making any changes to the process. If presence of the Root Cause / potential Root Cause variable cannot be observed or proven, chances are great that the identified cause is not a Root Cause or potential Root Cause. PAT Patent PATS Passive Anti Theft System PATT Pattern Pattern Loading Primarily refers to railcars; parts are shipped in non-homogeneous loads. For example, instead of 1 railcar with RH doors and 1 railcar with LH doors, 2 railcars are shipped , each with 1/2 RH and 1/2 LH doors.
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PAU - PC
PAU Power Absorber Unit on a Chassis Dynamometer Paved A road having a continuous hard surface such as concrete, brick, macadam, etc., suited to moderate or heavy-duty traffic. Pavement Any obvious type of hard road surfacing, as cement, brick, etc. Pawl A pivoted bar adapted to engage with teeth of a ratchet to prevent or impart motion. Paynter Chart A chart that may be used for tracking one or more problem statements related to a symptom and the validation of associated actions (Emergency Response, Interim Containment and Permanent Corrective). PB Lead (metal) PbA Spoken as "lead acid". Pb is the chemical symbol for lead; A is for acid. This is the type of battery used in regular cars and the same type of battery can be used for electric vehicles. PC Product Center PBT Profit Before Taxes PBX Private Branch Exchange (phone switching sys) PC Program Confirmation Milestone Commitment of the total organization to meeting the program objectives on the 18 Panel Charts. With NAAO Executive Committee consensus, the Program Planning Committee approves programs objectives and the Board of Directors approves the total program funds PC 1. Piece 2. Pieces 3. Program Counter 4. Programming Committee 5. Personal Computer 6. Professional Computer PBB Precision Body Build PBS Prototype Build Scheduling System
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PC - PCMP
PC Part Control system in FCSD. This system is used to associate Service Parts with Engineering Parts. Essentially, we create Service Parts. PCA Purchase Cost Analysis PCA Product Conformance Audit PCAD Package Engineering/CAD PCAG Product Change Advisory Group PCARP Program Costing And Resource Planning PCB 1. Printed Circuit Board 2. Polychlorinated Biphenyl PCC 1. Program Control Committee 2. Product Cost Classification PCDO Post Crash Door Openability PCM 1. Powertrain Control Module 2. Pulse Code Modulation PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Assoc. PCMP Performance and Career Management Process PCM Electronic Engine Control PCL Printer Control Language (laserprinters) PCKG Packing PCI Product Change Information PCES Product Change Enquiry and Summary PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect - a standard for local-bus implementation developed by Intel Corp.
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PCN - PD
PCN 1. Production Change Notice, 2. Program Composition Notation, 3. Personal Communication Network PCPAS Project Control & Property Accounting System PCPTS Powertrain Chassis Program Timing System PCR Part Change Request PCR 1. Product Change Report 2. Product Change Request (NAAO) 3. Principle Components Regression PCR material Post Consumer Recycled material PCR Provision Part Change Request Provision for unseen cost increases associated with design changes. This is based on past program experience of cost increases after PMT objectives are established. PCV Pressure Control Valve PCV Valve Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve PCW Parts-Cost-Weight Reporting System PD 1. Product Development 2. Palladium 3. Pitch Diameter 4. Program Definition PCRE Product Change Request Enquiry PCSE Powertrain Control Systems Engineering PCSTAT Powertrain Controls Steering Action Team PCV 1. Positive Crankcase Ventilation 2. Petty Cash Voucher
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PD - PDL
PD 1. Program Definition Milestone Product Planning Committee (PPC) approval of the program intention and range alternatives. 2. Pre Program Team - A small crossfunctional team led by the Program Manager which develops the Program Definition <PD> recommendations. PDA 1. Personal Digital Assistant 2. Programmable Device Array PDAO Plastic Development Applications Office PDB Power Distribution Box PDB Program Description Book PDC Parts Distribution Center: Responsible for meeting the service parts needs of Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Dealerships. PDC 1) Personnel Development Committee 2) Product Development Center PDL Program Direction Letter - A letter that communicates product and engineering direction (management decisions) and provides the authority to execute that direction. PDIT Product Development Information Technology PDI 1. Prolics Product Latest Indicator Cost System 2. Phase Doppler Interferometry PDCA Plan-Do-Check-Action Loop - A process improvement system. PDCA Plan-Do-Check-Adjust PDCP Product Development Control Process PDD Programme Description Information PDG Product Development Group
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PDL - PE
PDL 1. Program Directive Letter 2. Pedal 3. Page Description Languate (printer file type) PDLG Product Development Leadership Group PDLM Pendulum PDM 1. Product Development Meeting 2. Product Data Manager PDMC Product Development Management Committee PDMM Product Development Matters Meeting PDP Program Definition Process PDPL Product Description Program Letter PDPR Product Development Programme Review PE Professional Engineer (State-registered Professional Engineer) pe Packaging Engineering PDU Portable Diagnostic Unit PDSC Predelivery Services Corp. (Obsolete) PDTL Pedestal PDS 1. Pedal Demand Sensor 2. Programmable Device Support 3. Product Design Staff PDQOS Product Development Quality Operating System PDRC Product Direction Review Committee PDS Partitioned Data Sets PDS Product Development Systems
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Peak Line ( Styling ) - PEOs ( PEO's )
Peak Line ( Styling ) Intersection of two planes, or a sharply defined ridge in a metal surface. PEARS Product Engineering Account Redistribution System PEAS Product Engineering Assumption System A computer based system for writing engineering assumptions for engine programs. PED Powertrain Electronic Division PEDD Powertrain Electronics Development Department Peen To stretch or clinch over by pounding with rounded end of a hammer. Peer Review Review carried out by people of an equal level. PEFG Production Engineering Fixture Gage PEMFC Proton exchange membrane fuel cell PEO Product Engineering Office People Development (Teaches, develops and motivates people.) Values and actively promotes a diverse workforce and a diversity of ideas. Acts to enhance the professional development of self and others. Treats everyone with fairness and respect regardless of position. (Ford Leadership Behavior) PEOs ( PEO's ) Product Engineering Offices - Offices that are responsible for the design and development of parts. PEI Polyetherimide - plastic material for high-performance applications. PEL Picture ELement -- alternative to Pixel PEL 1. Pellet 2. Permissable Exposure Limit (OSHA)
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PEP - PES
PEP 1) Product Engineering Procedures 2) Preferred Equipment Package PEPR Powertrain Engineering Planning Reporting System Performance Data Operational data of a vehicle e.g. acceleration, maximumspeed, trailer weight, fuel consumption etc. PER Performance Percentage 1. Ratio of mixture of nitromethane to alcohol in racing fuel. 2.Ratio of one object to another. Performance Management Tracking hardware and software that records and reports real-time historical trends for systems, networks, and applications. The information is used for capacity, planning and monitoring of systems and network applications. Peripheral A hardware device connected to a computer, including a keybord, monitor, printer, disk or tape drive, mouse, etc. Periphery Circumference of a circle. Example of a tire. Permanent Corrective Action ( PCA ) The action that eliminates the root cause of a problem. Selected and verified in D5 and implemented and validated in D6 ( D6 Action ). PERT Program Evaluation Review Technique for Program Timing PES Product Evaluation Survey
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PESI ( Product Engineering Service Instructions ) - PFSAC
PESI ( Product Engineering Service Instructions ) Product Engineering Service Instructions (PESI) define.the action required in Service for overcoming a concern in a vehicle, component or system which cannot be left unrectified. This can be- o the use of parts identical to the appropriate Product Change o an alternative to a Product Change where it is infeasible to introduce in Service the corrective action specified for Production. . Petcock A small valve placed in a fluid circuit for draining purposes. PETRO Petroleum Petrol ( British ) Motor fuel. (Connotation is gasoline.) Petroleum A group of liquid and gaseous compounds composed of carbon and hydrogen. PF Product Feature PFIS Plant Floor Information System PFMEA Process Failure Mode and Effect Analysis PFSAC Potential Field Service Action Committee PF-1 Production Forecast #1 (Book Containing Production Planning Volumes) PFA Paint & Final Assembly Engineering (replaced PTA at F2000) PFDB Product Features Data Base PFE Pressure Feedback Electronic EGR PFEP Plan for every Part - used in Material Logistics, exists for internal and external logistics, computer system is being developed for LPPO in Europe
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PFSL - Phase I
PFSL Powertrain and Fuel Systems Laboratory PFY Purify PG Purchasing PGA Pin-Grid Array (IC socket type) PGM 1. Poly-Gel Mitigator (Energy Absorber for Bumpers) 2. Program 3. Programmed 4. Programming 5. Programmable PH&H Peterson, Howell & Heather (Car Leasing Activity) (publishes warranty/repair experience by carline) PH/HD Phillips Head Phaeton Open, four seat, driver operated car. (Now rarely used.) Phase 1 Suppliers System and subsystem 1 suppliers and other suppliers, as necessary, required to be on board by 40 months to support the target cascading process. Phase 2 Training Program - Pilot Plant Uses Production Material and Techniques to Build Vehicles. Phase 2 Suppliers Subsystem 2 suppliers, and other suppliers as necessary, required to be on board by 40 months to support the target cascading process. Phase 3 Suppliers Component suppliers required to be on board by 36 months to support the target cascading process. Phase 3 Suppliers Component suppliers required to be on board by 36 months to support the target cascading process. Phase I Functional Program - Use Processed Methods and Tooling To Assure New Model Vehicles Meet Engineering Specifications.
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Phase I Functional Build Units - PIA
Phase I Functional Build Units Vehicles built at the Pilot Plant from ISIR Samples for the purpose of "proving-out" the end items, assembled over production tools by production processes to establish part system coordination. Phase II Functional Build Units Vehicles built at the Pilot Plant or Assembly Plant from ISIR samples that contain revisions/changes from Phase I Functional. PHASER P&MS Hardware And Software Equipment Reporting System PHEN Phenolic Phillips Screw or Screwdriver A type of screwhead having a cross instead of a slot for a corresponding type of screwdriver. PHONE Cellular Phone PHOS Phosphate PIA Purchased In Assembly PI Program Implementation Milestone Product Planning Committee (PPC) and Board of Directors (BOD) approval, with NAAO Executive Committee (NEC) consensus of a single architecture within approved affordable targets. Funds are released for engineering and long-lead efforts. Phosphor-Bronze An alloy consisting of copper, tin and lead, sometimes used in heavy-duty bearings. PHTCNDTV 1. Photoconductive 2. Photoconductivity PHTR Preheater PI Process Improvement - a strategy and methodology for improving the way work is done throughout the company. PI 1) Parts Inventory 2) Product Introduction
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PIAS - PIN
PIAS Pool Oriented Interactive Analysis System (Software for crash test analysis used in Europe) PIB Project Item Breakdown Pick Up A rally term, indicating that the team should leave their current route and start a new route, by taking the most expeditious path available. PICS Prototype Inventory Control System PID Parameter IDentification: EEC parameter names which can be accessed using a New Generation Star tester. PID 1. Proportional-Integral-Differential controller 2. Proportional Integral Derivative PIE Personal Import Export PIF Program Information File (MSWindows) PIMS Process Information Management System PIN 1. Pre-Production Information Network 2. Personal Identification Number Pimple An imperfection or a small sharpe or conical elevation on the surface of a plastic product. Pillar Metal component connecting upper roof with lower body. Pilot Valve A small valve used to control action of a larger valve. PIM 1. Personal Information Manager 2. Product Information Management PIGMD 1. Pigment 2. Pigmented PIL Pilot
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Ping - PIS
Ping Engine noise (sometimes referred to as knock) caused by pre-ignition. Similar to knock, except at higher frequency. Pinion The smaller of a pair of gears; i.e., Pinion Gear. Pinion Carrier Mounting or bracket which retains bearings supporting a pinion shaft. Pink Report A report listing concerns which are receiving active attention from engineering. After a concern has been identified and before it is included in the report, it is "pre pink." After resolution, it is "off pink," q.v. PINT Pint PIP PIPE PIP 1. Profile Ignition Pickup - A Hall effect vane switch sensor that furnishes crankshaft position to the engine control processor. 2. Profit Improvement Program 3. Program Initiation Process PIS Production Information System pipc Modify current definition to read: "Pp and Ppk indices >= 1.67 for prototype parts..." PIR Purchase Information Request PIR material Post Industrial Recycled material PIRAT Policy, Incentive and Resource Analysis Team Pip ( British ) To just barely outdistance or best another competitor. PIPC Percentage of Indexes with Process Capability - The percentage of critial or significant characteristics with Cp indexes greater than or equal to 1.00 in the prototype phase and Cp, Cpk indexes greater than or equal to 1.33 in the production phase.
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PIST - Piston Skirt
PIST Percentage of Inspection points Satisfying Tolerance - The percentage of inspection points that are within the tolerances indicated on the design drawing. The goal is 100% (8) months before Job #1. Piston A cylindrical part, closed at one end, which is connected to the crankshaft by a connecting rod. Force of explosion in cylinder is exerted against closed end of piston causing connecting rod to move crankshaft. Piston Collapse A condition describing a sudden reduction in diameter of piston skirt due to heat or stress. Piston Displacement Volume of air moved or displaced by moving piston from one end of its stroke to other. Piston Head Part of piston above rings. Piston Lands Parts of piston between piston rings. Piston Pin Journal for bearing in small end of an engine connecting rod which also passes through piston walls. Piston Ring 1. Circular ring(s) which fit into the piston lands (grooves) and serve to provide compression in combustion chamber. 2. An expanding ring placed in grooves of piston to provide a seal to prevent passage of fluid or gas past piston. Piston Ring Expander A spring placed behind piston ring in groove to increase pressure of ring against cylinder wall. Piston Ring Gap Clearance between ends of piston ring. Piston Ring Groove Channel or slots in piston in which piston rings are placed. Piston Skirt Part of piston below rings.
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Piston Skirt Expander - PKG
Piston Skirt Expander A spring or other device inserted in piston skirt to compensate for collapse or decrease in diameter. Piston Travel Distance of vertical travel of piston, bottom to top dead center. PIT Pitch Pit Counter Benches or counter in front of pits. Also known as Pit Barrier. Pit Lane Lane in front of pits for entrance and exit of racing cars. Pit Stop Stop made at pit by competing car. Pit( s ) Service stall or area assigned to each car competing in a race. Pitman Arm Lever extending from steering gear to which steering linkage is attached. PK/TR Package Tray PKG Package PIXEL Short for Picture Element. The smallest resolvable rectangular area of an image, either on a screen or stored in memory. Each pixel in a monochrome image has its own brightness value, 0 for black to the maximum value for white In a color image, each pixel has its own brightness and color values, usually represented by a scheme of red, green and blue intensities (RGB) or hue, saturation, and lumination (HSL) values. Pitot Tube An instrument for measuring fluid velocity by means of difference in pressure between tip and side openings. PIV Peak Inverse Voltage Pivot A pin or short shaft upon which another part rests or turns, or about which another part rotates or oscillates.
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PKT - Planning and Marketing SignOff
PKT Pocket PL 1. Pull 2. Puller 3. Parting Line 4. Product Letter 5. Plane PL Packing List PL Process Leadership PLA Plain Plan View View looking straight up or straight down on subject. Planet Carroer Carrier or bracket in a planetary system which contains shafts upon which pinions or planet gears turn. Planet Gears Pinions or gears interposed between ring gear and sun gear and meshing with both in a planetary system. Planetary Gears A system of gearing which is modeled after solar system. A pinion is surrounded by an internal ring gear with planet gears in mesh between ring gear and pinion. Planning and Marketing CutOff Realignment The intent of this cut-off is to reach a NAAO consensus of the final vehicle product and Marketing plan for Job #1 with sufficient time to permit final information to be incorporated into B&AO's initial production part releases. Planning and Marketing SignOff Detailed review of planned program content for specific product lines/model years. This sign-off confirms projected series/model/options rates, which permits manufacturing and purchasing to specify capacity requirements at the component-level of detail.
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Plant Operating Systems - Platform Derivatives
Plant Operating Systems The part of FPS that encompasses what plants do is called the Plant Operating System (POS). Implementation of the Plant Operating System involves using five sequential phases that take each plant from current state conditions to the imporvements envisioned in FPS. The five phases are: Stability, Continuous Flow, Synchronous Production, Pull System, and Level Production. POS is a common system used by all Ford plants. This means that all Ford plants are lean, flexible, and use the same procudures and processes to manufacture vehicles. PLAS Plastics PLAT Platform Plateau ( Styling ) Surface extending above normal sheet metal. Platform 1. An engineering term which describes the group of parts that support the drive line and link the suspension components of the vehicle. A platform can be made with one set of floor pan and cowl structure stamping dies and uses a common set of master tooling locator holes for floor pan, dash, front structure, and cowl stamping and assembly purposes. Platform body derivatives have a common strategy for joint structure and construction and have a set of chassis hardpoints most of which are common. 2. A term used to describe major parts of the light truck product development organization, e.g., the Full-Size Pickup Platform. Platform Derivatives Platform derivatives are designed, processed and tooled to be accommodated with relatively minor tooling investment.. They share a set of chassis hardpoints, most of which are common. Small variation in wheelbase, overhang, or thread width due to suspension differences or wheel offset are considered platform derivatives.
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Platium - PLRO
Platium An expensive metal having an extremely high melting point and good electrical conductivity. PLC 1. Programmable Logic Controller 2. Police PLD Process Leadership Development PLDMS Plant Layout Data Management System PLE 1. Pole 2. Polarity PLET Pleat PLG Plug PLI Process Leadership Implementation PLL Phase-Locked Loop (type of tuning) PLRO Pitch Line Run Out - Specifically related to final rear axle driven pinion and is a description of an eccentric condition of the gear. PLR Pillar PLO Process Leadership Organization PLO Plow PLNT 1. Planet 2. Planetary PLNM Plenum PLM Premium Logistics Management PLMBG Plumbing PLN Plant PLNG Plunger
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PLS - PMA
PLS 1. Partial Least Squares - algorithm which reduces variable information to factor values or vectors, used for chemometric multivariate calibration. 2. Pulse PLSSG Process Leadership, Special Systems Group -- applications developers responsible for client-server and webbased systems utilizing the CLAW database. Applications include Integrator, PDQOS, GEMSS, Simplex, Category III, and (temporarily) RCT. Their home page is at: <a href="http://www.plssg.ford.com">ww w.plssg.ford.com</a> PLSTR Polyester PLT Plate PLUS PC LAN User Support PLW Pillow PLY 1. Layer of rubber-coated parallel cords forming tire body, or carcass. 2. Pulley PMA Program Management Analysis PM 1. Precious Metal 2. Promethium 3. Preventive Maintenance 4. Prime 5. Priming pm part modified Ply Rating Index of tire strength. See Load Range PLYETHL Polyethylene PLYMER Polymer PLYPPL Polypropylene PLYR Player PLYTHN Polyurethane PM Participative Management
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PMAC - PMP
PMAC 1. Parts Manager Advisor Coundil 2. British approval certificate for motor vehicles imported into Great Britain other than from another EEC territory or for single motor vehicles for which no Type Approval Certificate (TAC) is issued. The Primary Minister's Approval Certificate is granted to the importer or manufacturer upon an application to the Department of Transport (DTp) which must show for the given model all the specific approvals covering the applicable Type Approval/Regulatory requirements. Individual approval certificates, backup documentation and appropriate vehicles may have to be made available should the DTp so require. PMBACS Prototype Material Budget And Control System PMD Programmable Message Display PMDC Permanent Magent Direct Current (motor) PMOS P-Channel MOS PMP Pump PMEA Preventive Maintenance Excellence Award PMF Parts Master File PMHV Powered Material Handling Vehicle PMI Production Methods Improvement. PMIS Purchasing Management Information System PMIS Plant Manufacturing Information System PMM Powertrain Matters Meeting PMMU Paged Memory Management Unit
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PMR - PNTL
PMR Program Management Reporting System - For car programs, a computer system that prints Program Parts List reports using data downloaded from several other systems (such as WERS and Redbook). PMR 1. Program Management Report 2. Performance Management Rating PMST Program Management Steering Team PMT Photomultiplier Tube PMT Project Management Team PN 1. Purchase Notification 2. Peen 3. Peened 4. Peening pn part number PNCL Pencil PNR Purchase Notice and Release PNT Paint PNT CLER Paint Clearing PNTCHPH Pentachlorophenol PNTL Pintle PNP Park/Neutral Position PNON Pinion PNNT Pennant Pneumatic Pertaining to air. Example by air pressure is a pneumatic device. PNGV Partnership for a New Generation of Vehicles PNL 1. Pacific Northwest National Lab 2. Panel
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PNTR - Polarity
PNTR 1. Penetrate 2. Penetrated 3. Penetrating 4. Penetration PO 1. Purchase Order 2. Powertrain Operations 3. Polonium POA Purchase Order Amendment POD Streamlined compartment to house various mechanical implements; i.e., lights, dials, gauges, etc. Usually round or elliptical. POEE Powertrain Operations Engine Engineering Building (also known as EEE Building) Point to Point Protocol ( PPP ) Data transmission between two locations without the use of an intermediate computer. Point-of-Use Docks Any receiving facility which is targeted at a specific few commodities in order to reduce distance travelled and double handling of materials. Typically located within 150 feet of the linefeed location. Points ( Styling ) Exact locations on a model, usually derived from a blueprint or from the model itself to duplicate the opposite of the model. POKA-YOKE Applicable to product or process. A design technique that assures that a part cannot be manufactured or assembled incorrectly eg: a 3 pin electric plug can only be inserted in one way vs. 2 pin plug. POL 1. Polish 2. Point In Line Polarity Refers to positive or negative terminal of a battery or an electric circuit; also north or south pole of a magnet.
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Policy - POR
Policy A Company policy is a statement of broad, basic principles that provides general direction and limits for business decisions and managerial actions. Policies constitute the basic framework within which the Company conducts its business; they are distinguished from strategy by their broad applicability, slowly evolving nature and nonconfidentiality. Policy Letters are signed by the Chief Executive Officer. General characteristics of policy include established by the CEO; Worldwide applicability to the greatest extent possible; Long lasting, slowly evolving; Not confidential; Distributed to key management personnel worldwide via Policy Letters; Not detailed - includes assignment of responsibility for interpretation but not of operating responsibility; Discretion permitted within the limits imposed by the stated principles. POM Polyoxymethylene (plastic with high impact resistance, good mechanical strength, good chemical resistance). POR 1. Port 2. Ported 3. Porting 4. Portal 5. Plant Operation Review POM Program Operations Manager POP Post Office Protocol POP Pay-on-Production POP Point-Of-Presence: term meaning a dial-up access number is provided in a given area. POPP PreOpened and PrePostioned (hose clamp) Poppet Valve A valve structure consisting of a circular head with an elongated stem attached in center. It is designed to open and close a circular hole or port. POPT Poppet
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POR - Portable Document Format ( PDF )
POR Plant Operating Review - A monthly meeting at the assembly and stamping plant to review the status of initiatives for improving product quality and driving continuous process improvement. The meetings include a complete review of the plant's external customer indicators, key internal measurable, including variability reduction/process capability status, and a review of specific actions being taken to address identified top customer concerns. PORC 1. Porcelain 2. Porcelainize Porcelain General term applied to material or element used for insulating center electrode of a spark plug. Porcupine Head Nickname for special cylinder head with valves located at unusual angles. Pork Chop 1. Extension of instrument panel shape on door, usually an integral part of door garnish molding. 2. (Slang) Structure which supports clutch/brake/steering column. PORS Prototype Order Releasing System PORS Prototype On-Line Releasing System Port Passage from combustion chamber opened by valve action through which gases pass. Portable Document Format ( PDF ) A format, developed by Adobe, that enables electronically published documents to retain their look and feel independent of computer platform. Documents are viewed using Adobe Acrobat (available for download, free of charge from Adobe Systems, Inc).
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Portable Operating System Interface for UNIX ( POSIX ) - Potential
Portable Operating System Interface for UNIX ( POSIX ) A series of standards developed by IEEE to define a common, vendorindependent method of implementing UNIX commands, shells, and interfaces. Porting Enlarging, matching, streamlining and polishing of inside of manifolds and valve ports to reduce friction of flow of gases. PORTL Portable POS 1. Personnel & Organization Staff 2. Positive 3. Point Of Sale POS Plant Operating System = computer system which identifies losses and root causes of equipment failures. Positive Pole Point to which current returns after passing through a circuit. Designated by plus sign (+). POSS Production Operation Stock Suppliers Possible Cause Any cause identified on a Cause and Effect Diagram ( C&E ) that describes how an effect may occur. Post 1. Power On Self Test (add-in diagnostic board) 2. Heavy, circular part to which a group of battery plates is attached, and which extends through cell cover to provide a means of attachment to adjacent cell or battery cable. Poston Lands Parts of piston between piston rings. Posture Angle Angle between spine and upper legs of a mannikin in a sitting position. POT Process Ownership Team POTC Powertrain Operations - Transmission & Chassis Potential An indication of amount of energy available.
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Potential Difference - Powertrain Cycle Plan
Potential Difference A difference of electrical pressure that sets up a flow of electric current. Potential Drop A loss of electrical pressure due to resistance or leakage. Potential Root Cause Any verified cause (which may make the problem come and go) that cannot be eliminated based on available data. There may be more than one potential root cause. Pour on the Coad Increase throttle setting. POW Powder POWER Part On-Line Weight Engineering & Reporting Power Steering Application of hydraulic or mechanical power in addition to manual power in steering of an automobile. Power to Weight Ratio Ratio of horsepower to weight of car. Most commonly expressed in horsepower per pound. Powered Equipment Includes fork trucks, stackers, grip tows, tow tractors, tugs, etc. and any other powered vehicle used by Material Handling to transport stock. Powered Equipment Battery Room Area dedicated to the charging of powered equipment batteries. Powered Equipment Marshalling Area The secured area used for management of powered equipment vehicles, and the parking of unused powered equipment. Powertrain Cycle Plan The powertrain cycle plan represent forward-model engine/transmissi on actions. Because certain powertrain actions affect both car and truck programs, the powertrain cycle plan must be coordinated, and closely developed with both Car Product Development and Truck activities.
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PP - PPD
PP Program Proposal (30 MBJ1) PP 1. Prototype Process 2. Pilot Plant PP POLYPROPYLENE PP&C Pre-Production & Control PP&DC Product Planning & Design Committee PP&T Product Planning & Timing PPA Parts Pricing and Analysis PPAC Product Performance Advisory Committee PPAP Production Part Approval Process. PPASR Product Problem Action & Status Report PPB Production Proveout Build PPCSR Priority Product Change Status Report PPD 1. Personal Professional Development 2. Plastic Products Division 3. Postscript Printer Description (file) PPCS Pre-Production Control System PPCN Pre-Production Change Notice PPC PRE-PROGRAM CENTER PPC Product Planning Committee - A senior management sub-committee of the Policy and Strategy Committee (P&SC), chaired by the Chief Operating Officer. The PPC reviews and recommends approval or revision of Cycle Plans and product programs to the P&SC and CEO.. PPC Plant Production Control
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PPDA - PPL Comparator
PPDA Part Product Digital Assembly = Electronic assembly of a part or product. PPE-C Powertrain Product Engineering Chassis PPE-E Powertrain Product Engineering Engine PPE-S Powertrain Product Engineering Systems PPE-T Powertrain Product Engineering Transmission & Axle PPEO Powertrain Product Engineering Office PPG 1. Pittsburgh Paint and Glass (major paint and glass supplier to industry) 2. Pulses Per Gallon PPL Product Planning Letter PPL Comparator A PPL for a vehicle used as reference in a program (A current or carryover vehicle program or a competitive vehicle. PPL Program Parts List - A process by which we can achieve program objectives (cost, weight, timing, etc.) by following a consistent set of business practices and system tools that capture and share part-related information needed for program parts management from the beginning of program development to the start of the successor program. Also, a complete list of all parts required for all buildable combinations in a program. PPL Prototype Parts List Ppk Preliminary Process Potential (Ppk) Index similar to Cpk but based on data from early, short-term studies of new processes. Data from at least twenty subgroups are required for preliminary assessments.
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PPM - PQF
PPM Pages Per Minute - measure of printer speed. ppm Pounds Per Minute 1 PPM = 0.076509887 CFM (at standard temperature and pressure) PPM 1. Parts Per Million 2. Part Process Modification 3. Powertrain Policy Meeting PPMF Production Parts Master File PPO Preferred Provider Organization PPP Point-to-Point Protocol PPP Parts Policies and Procedures ppp Pre-Production Planning PPPR Prototype Parts Purchase Requisition PQF Peak Quarter Flex (Planning Volume) PQA Peak Quarter Additive (Planning Volumes) PPS Powertrain Production System PPS plant product specialist PPR Project Preparation Request PPS Pedal Position Sensor - used to measure the accelerator pedal's angle PPR 1. Parts Purchase Requisition 2. Parts Progress Report 3. Product Parts Review PPQI Process Potential Quality Index (summary sheet). A summary sheet submitted before each build indicating the process capability of each process sc and cc.
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PQI - PRB
PQI Product Quality Improvement PQID Product Quality Information Department PQM Purchasing Quality Manual PQPT Product Quality Planning Team PQRT Powertrain Quality Responsible Team A cross functional organizational team responsible for the quality of a particular group of powertrain commodities. There are 17 PQRTs. PQT Product Quality Team PR 1. Public Relations 2. Product Requirement 3. Paper 4. Praseodymium PR Prototype Readiness Milestone the Program Manager's approval of Job #1 design, the manufacturing process, and Purchasing plans. Practice A practice is a descriptive statement of customary and accepted conduct or actions, generally repetitive and within functional disciplines. General characteristics include: Developed and issued by a Central Staff for its functional area or by an operating activity for internal use; Specific functional, but broad geographic applicability; Not confidential; Distributed via Staff-generated practices manuals (e.g., Finance Manual, Industrial Relations Administration Manual); Moderately detailed; establishes requirement for actions and reports; Discretion limited. practice significant characteristic PRB Probe PR Performance Report PR/HTCH Presto-Hitch PRA Probabalistic Risk Assessment
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PRC - Pre Program (in FPDS)
PRC 1. Product Reliability Committee Pricing review committee parts recall centre pre-production validation. PreProduction Validation is the program of tests and evaluations conducted in exceptional circumstances (e.g. new designs in new facilities) to assure that the design intent is met. The timing of a Pre-Production Validation Program may be such that Design Verification tests can be combined with tests for PreProduction Validation to avoid duplication. In such cases budgetary responsibility and cost allocation must be agreed by Management prior to running such a program. 2. Parts Redistribution Center PRC PIERCE PRCH Perch PRE < SI 1 > Pre-Strategic Intent 1. Gateway that occurs 50-47 months before Job preliminary mission/vision and the target customers are defined. PRE < SI 2 > Pre-Strategic Intent 2. Gateway that occurs 47-43 months before Job preliminary alternatives are identified. Pre < SI > Pre-Strategic Intent. Milestone that occurs 50-41 months before Job Pre Program (in FPDS) Pre-Program is all program focused activity to the < SI > milestone (within FAO) following the addition of the program to the Cycle Plan, under the auspices/direction of the affected Vehicle Line Director.
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Pre-customer Validation - Preliminary Early Sourcing Workplan ( ESWP )
Pre-customer Validation Ongoing evidence (data) - before exposure to the customer and following successful Verification - that the implemented action is still doing what was intended without introducing a new problem. Validation activities may include tests, inspections, observations and other quality checks performed on production product using the specified production process. These tests, etc., are correlated to the customer's symptom and are good indicators of action effectiveness. Pre-Deflection of Glass Side door window glass manufactured to a specific design curvature. PREAMP Preamplifier Preferred Equipment Package ( PEP ) Discounts Discounts offered for purchasing a defined group of options - the PEP discount is the difference between the sticker for the PEP and the sum of the option sticker costs if each of the options were purchased on an individual basis. Preferred Parts (Standard/Utility Parts) Standard or Utility Parts which are shown in the OK To Use List and which satisfy technical, economic and complexity ground rules. Preheating Application of heat as a preliminary step to some further thermal or mechanical treatment. Preignition Ignition occurring earlier than intended. Example: explosive mixture being fired in a cylinder by a flake of incandescent carbon before electric spark occurs. PRELIM Preliminary Preliminary Early Sourcing Workplan ( ESWP ) A document initiated by the Pre < SI > team (supported by purchasing), that identifies Phase 1, 2, 3 suppliers, identifies make/buy issues, engineering responsibility and source required date.
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Preliminary Targets - Pressure Plate
Preliminary Targets Initial cost/weight/quality module targets issued jointly with product assumptions by program management for analysis by program module teams. Preloading To adjust a small amount of pressure on an antifriction bearing to eliminate any looseness. PREM Premium Premium Hi-Test motor fuel. PREP 1. Product Repair Evaluation Program 2. Prepare 3. Preparation Preparation and Conditioning Revenue Revenue reduction offered to the dealer for preparing and conditioning the vehicle so that it is ready for sale. This includes: removal of plastic coatings (plastic on seats and door trim panels, transit coating, etc), washing vehicle, paint touch-up, road test, checking fluids, adjusting tire pressure, and installation of radio antennas and wheel covers. Prepare for Mass Production The CTC process of identifying and developing, the sources, processes, facilities and tools that will be used to manufacture and assemble the vehicle and its components using the most efficient and effective methods possible. PRESS Pressure Press-Fit See Drive Fit Pressure Plate Spring loaded plate in clutch which locks the driven (or friction) plate in place.
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Pressure Transducer EGR - Prime Interface
Pressure Transducer EGR Pressure Transducer Exhaust Gas Recirculation System Pressure Welding Metal-to-metal welding under pressure including percussion welding, resistance welding, seam welding and spot welding. PREV 1. Prevent 2. Prevention 3. Preventive Prevent Action An action, directed at the system, intended to prevent recurrence of a specific 8D problem and similar problems by directing analysis and action toward correcting the system ( D7 Action ). Prevention A strategy for preventing concerns from occurring by using disciplined methods to ensure that (1) specific past concerns are not repeated and (2) the processes (procedures, acceptance criteria, and test and analytical methods) that allowed those concerns to occur are corrected to permanently prevent other similar concerns from occurring. PRF Proof PRFL PROFILE PRG Purge PRIM Primary Primary Brake Shoe Brake shoe in a set which initiates selfenergizing action. Primary Winding A wire which conducts low tension current to be transformed by induction into high tension current in secondary winding of ignition coil or magneto armature. Primary Wires Wiring circuit used for conducting low tension or primary current to points where it is used. Prime Interface Close contact
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Privileged and Confidential Information ( GIS2 ) - Problem
Privileged and Confidential Information ( GIS2 ) As a result of government inquiries, pending or potential litigation, certain documents to protect the attorney-client privilege or an attorney's work product should be so marked. This marking identifies these documents as requiring special handling, which shall be in accordance with instructions from the Office of the General Counsel (OGC) or the Office of Tax Council (OTC). These designations must be used only at the direction of the OGC or the OTC. PRK 1. Park 2. Parking PRLL Parallel PRM Prism PRMR Primer PRN 1. Prune 2. Pruning PRNDL (Pronounced 'Prindle') Automatic transmission indicator dial; made up of initial letters of the words, Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive and Low. PRNG Prong PRNT 1. Print 2. Printed 3. Printing PRO Professional PRO-E Pro/Engineer PROBE Prototype build and evaluation process Problem A deviation from expectation, a special cause, a distribution within control limits that are too wide, or any unwanted effect where cause is not known.
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Problem Description - Process
Problem Description The output of a process used to amplify the problem statement in terms of What, Where, When, How Big ( Is / Is Not Method ). The problem description data provides the basis for testing the cause of the problem. Problem Statement A simple, concise statement which identifies the object and defect of a problem for which the cause is unknown. The problem statement is derived by using the process question "What's wrong with what?" and testing it with "Repeated Why". Problem-Solving The process of moving from symptoms to problems to causes (special or common) to actions that improve performance. PROC Procedure Procedure A procedure is a step-by-step description of specific actions to be taken to accomplish routine, repetitive functions or to comply with practice. General characteristics include: Approved at or below the vice president level; Applicability can be limited to a single functional or geographic area; Confidentiality varies; Issued by either Central Staffs or operating activities; Detailed; Discretion limited. Procedures / Process ( GIS1 ) Documents that provide direction, instruction, or set policy for the operation and management of the Company. Process 1) A recurring sequence of related activities that have measurable input and output, and identifiable value added. 2) A system of people, equipment, methods and materials that produces a product or service. 3) A process implies action and the creation of products, ideas information or services.
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Process Capability - Process Improvement Approach
Process Capability Process Capability is the ability of machines or equipment to produce parts that meet the engineering requirements consistently under production conditions. Process Change Is any change in processing concept which could alter the capability of the process to meet the design requirements or durability of the part. This will include - new, different or relocated production machinery or equipment which might cause the characteristic of thepart being processed to change in a way that would not be measureable in the normal inspection procedure, the use of engineering approved alternate materials, new processing concepts including major changes in the sequence of operations, changes in chemical compounds such as adhesives, sealers, lubricants etc. which are part of the product. Process Enabler A G8D role that might be established by an organization. Functions of this role may include: providing problem-solving subject matter expertise and training; providing a communication focus throughout an organization; monitoring and reporting the 8D status; and expediting the 8D process. Process Flow Chart or Diagram A map of the process from supplier to customer. Illustrates or clarifies events in a process and the routes between them. A process flow chart is particularly helpful in highlighting the present situation, showing differences between what is and what should be happening, and revealing potential problem areas. Process FMEA An FMEA used to analyze manufacturing and assembly processes. Process Improvement Approach See RAPID, Focused Improvement and Re-engineering.
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Process Management - Procurement & Materials Management ( GIS1 )
Process Management A systematic method for continuously analyzing a process performance, determining and implementing improvements. Process Model A model that documents the business practices of an application. The model shows how these practices operate on, or transform an application's data. Process Observations Paying attention to the dynamics of the meeting. Giving descriptive feedback of what is happening. 5% of a good meeting. Process Parts Process Parts are parts undergoing manufacture to become - o Production parts or o Service parts or o component parts of design assemblies, which require identification by Manufacturing Engineering at different stages of manufacture, and which are not serviceable and do not require Production Part No's in order to procure. . Processing Time The time a product is worked on in design or production, as well as the time an order is actually being processed. Typically, processing time is a small fraction of throughput time and lead time. Also, Processing Time includes value and non-value adding activities. PROCO Programmed Combustion Engine PROCS 1. Process 2. Processed 3. Processing 4. Processor PROCURE Used by purchasing to establish part timing and cost agreements with suppliers. Procurement & Materials Management ( GIS1 ) Procurement, storing, warehousing, issuing, maintaining, and repairing equipment, materials and supplies, including expediting and inventory control.
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Procurement Data - Product Family
Procurement Data Information relating to the procurement of the part, for example, sourcing data. PROD 1. Production 2. Product Product (Emissions) Is for the purpose of Emissions defined as the vehicle or power unit to be shipped to territories which are controlled by legislation governing the emission performance of such products. Product Authorization Letters These define product content and list standard and optional features used to code releases. Product Data ( GIS1 ) Includes drawings and data that define product specifications or specifies assemblies and parts used to produce products. Product Design Graphics Systems ( PDGS ) Ford developed tools used for CAD/CAM design. As part of a strategic initiative to establish common software for all C3P functions, PDGS is being replaced with software from Structural Dynamics Research Corporation, i.e., IDEAS and Metaphase. Product Designer An individual who creates specific components or systems in C.A.D. Product Engineer The person responsible for the product, system, or component in question. Depending on the maturity of the program, this individual may be referred to as: Design Engineer, Component Engineer, Systems Engineer or Advanced Engineer. Product Family A range of related products that can be produced interchangeably in a production cell. The term is often analogous to "platforms."
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Product Information Management ( PIM ) - Product Validation
Product Information Management ( PIM ) (1) The organization, access and management of information directly related to the product(s) of an enterprise. It includes the processes and methods we use to generate, distribute and manage robust product related information. (2) The ability to store, retrieve, control access to and relate all information (time sensitive and insensitive) used in the design, development and manufacture of a product. This includes but is not limited to: Product CAD, CAE, and CAT, Assumptions, Manufacturing Design Rules, Tooling Designs an Standard Parts. Product Layout Process by which an individual part, subassembly, or a completed unit is measured at discrete locations and compared relative to design intent with regards to establishing a baseline of where particular processes are operating. Product Line Profits All profits generated by sales of a product worldwide or in a given area regardless of where the Company earns the profits. Product Planning SubCommittee (PPS) A sub-committee of the P&SC that reviews and recommends approval or revision of Cycle Plans and Product Programs to the P&SC and Office of Chief Executive. Product Quality The total composite product and service characteristics of marketing, engineering, manufacturing, and maintenance through which the product and service in use will meet/exceed the expectations of the customer in reasonable use and abuse. Product Ranges Product Ranges/Ford Products are complete vehicles, such as a passenger car, truck, or tractor, also, complete engines (including industrial engines) and complete transmissions and axles. Product Validation See 'Validation'
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Product Verification - Production Parts
Product Verification Product Verification is the process which ensures that vehicles/products off the production line meet the product objectives and other relevant Ford standards of design and manufacture. The process falls into three distinct stages - Design Verification - the process of determining the adequacy of the design in meeting the objectives. This is a Product Development responsibility. Production Validation the process of ensuring that initial production parts meet the design intent. This is a Manufacturing responsibility. In-Process Testing - the process of ensuring that production parts continue to meet the design intent. This is also a Manufacturing responsibility. Each of these processes is conducted for a part, assembly, system or vehicle by appropriate tests and evaluations, generally defined by Component Engineering. Production Capacity Sheet A job aid used by team members establishing and maintaining a Quality Process System. The form is used to determine the processing capacity of each machine in the work sequence. Production Conformity Production Conformity is the result of the process of monitoring series production to demonstrate that products as manufactured do, in fact, conform to Regulatory Requirements. Production Only Parts Production Only Parts - Parts which require a Part No. in order for Supply to procure but which are subsequently converted into an end item and cannot be released for Service, e.g. roll stock fabrics which are subsequently converted to covers. Production Parts Production Parts are parts designed and produced to meet a specific function on cars, trucks, tractors and other products of Ford.
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Production Ramp-Up - Production Validation ( PV )
Production Ramp-Up The process by which the assembly plant accelerates production to achieve full line rate. Production Release Drawings A complete description of the part (drawing, specifications, electronic representations, etc.) and its usage. Authorized Used procurement/production of parts in volumes as require to support vehicle production and service part stocking. Production Revalidation Indicators Production Revalidation Indicators are indicators entered by the responsible Component Engineer in fields 0546 (dimension), 0547 (laboratory), and 0548 (ES-test) of the Source Document and printed out on the Release Ticket to specify the extent of the required Production Revalidation (Dimension, Laboratory and ES-test) to be carried out by Manufacturing or the Supplier when a product change is released. For code details see EPD300. Production Validation ( PV ) Production Validation (PV) - Program of engineering tests and evaluations conducted to assure that initial production parts meet the design intent. This program is performed on parts made from production tooling and via production processes, having previously passed all dimensional, chemical, metallurgical, physical, etc., requirements. The production validation program must be satisfactorily completed prior to Supplier shipment or In-house production of a part. All or part of the production validation program is to be repeated if a product change is released. See also Production Revalidation Indicator.
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Production Validation (PV) - PROG
Production Validation (PV) 1) Is a process that validates all parts from all suppliers, machining operations, and assembly processes at the engine plants with the objective of producing a quality product while meeting established program timing. 2) The testing and evaluation discipline which is used to evaluate all internal and external supplier manufacturing and assembly plant processes with regard to the capability of production tooling and fixturing-generating components, and subsystems or systems at production cycle times which meet design intent. PV testing must be run with all ISR parts after establishing initial process capability. PROFIBUS Process Fieldbus (DIN 19 245 digital fieldbus standard) Profit Center An organizational component of the Company that has both revenue and costs and whose results are measured in terms of profit. Profit Forecast A monthly projection of financial results for the present calendar year by Operation to allow Corporate and Operations management to measure their progress toward budget commitments and to evaluate cash flow and financial position and take corrective action if required. PROFS PROG Progression ( OfficeVision ) Professional Office System
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Program - Program Approval ( PA ) <PA>
Program A program is a specific plan outlining the type, number and sequence of actions required to carry out an established strategy. General characteristics include: Developed by Central Staffs and operating activities implementation status is subject to frequent top management review; Applicability limited to operating activities and participating staffs; Confidential; Communicated on a "need-to-know" basis; Detailed in timing; Discretion provided within the actions outlined; Definite end points exist. The term "program" also is used, along with the term "plan" to describe certain ongoing Company arrangements, often involving employees or organizations outside the Company. General characteristics include: Developed primarily by Central Staffs; requires top management approval; Applicability limited to individuals of affected activities; Not confidential; Distributed widely to affected individuals; Detailed; describes groundrules and procedures for area affecte; Discretion limited; No definite ending date. Program Activity Team ( PAT ) A cross-functional program management team responsible for a specific cross-module activity or problems, usually concerned with processes and not parts design (e.g., a PAT could be responsible for Clay Development, Workplan development or for Total Vehicle NVH). Program Approval ( PA ) <PA> Milestone that occurs 30 months before Job #1. The targets become objectives. * Approve program facilities and tooling investment * Targets become objectives * All suppliers committed * Marketing commitment to net revenue * Program Design Verification Plans (DVP's) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis' (FMEA's) complete * Program Parts List (PPL) complete * Powertrain cross section design complete with manufacturing sign-off * Up to 2 themes selected for market research * Final Prototype (AC/CP) plan available.
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Program Control Process ( PCP ) - Programme Authorisation Letter ( PAL )
Program Control Process ( PCP ) A Cross-Functional Team based approach for cars, trucks, and powertrains to improve program control, i.e., the ability to achieve program objectives in quality, function, cost, weight and timing. Program Definition Documents ( PDD ) An improved version of the current CENSUM system. Program Execution Cost Total program specific development and implementation costs (prototype and production tooling, facilities, engineering and launch). Program Identification A four character code allocated by the Timing Office. Program Management People who plan, organize, and control program work from inception to postJob #1. Program management at Ford leads cross-functional teams which are responsible managing, planning, controlling, and executing new product programs. Program Module Team (PMT) A cross-functional program management team managing the product development process for a group of related parts, or module(s). The PMT is responsible for module quality, function, cost, weight and timing. Program Segment Program segments define the phased launch of a program. An example of a program segment is the hatchback, notchback or wagon. Program Specific Work effort, focused on a specific product proposal, which addresses/incorporates the parameters/constraints unique to that proposal. Program Team A cross-functional team which plans, directs, and controls product programs. Program Timing (ORG) Program Timing Ford of Europe Programme Authorisation Letter ( PAL ) Programme Definition Documents
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Progressive Shift - Proportioning Valve
Progressive Shift Gear changing mechanism which moves through a quadrant in a straight line as on motorcycle gearboxes. PROJ 1. Project 2. Projecting 3. Projection 4. Projector Project Management Refers to tools that encompass planning, estimating, scheduling, and tracking throughout the development life-cycle of an application. PROLICS Product latest indicator cost system PROM Programmable Read Only Memory Prometheus Program for a European Traffic with Highest Efficiency and Unprecedented Safety Promotor A substance capable of increasing the activity of a catalyst. Promulgation Usage wherever applicable; dissemination Prony Brake A machine for testing power of an engine while running against a friction brake. Propane A petroleum hydrocarbon compound which has a boiling point about minus 44 deg. F. It is used as an engine fuel and is loosely referred to as LP-Gas. It is often combined with butane. Propeller Shaft Drive shaft connecting transmission with rear axle. PROPLT Propellant Proportion Selection See definition of 'Appearance Concept'. Proportion Selection will define the character of the vehicle. Proportioning Valve Device used to improve braking balance during heavy brake application.
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PROST - Prototype Workhorse
PROST Prototype Scheduling and Tracking PROT 1. Protect 2. Protector Protection Protocol A series of commands exchanged between two computers that allow the computers to give each other a handshake, agree to exchange data between one another, an then to say goodbye to each other. Proton Portion of an atom which carries a positive charge of electricity. Prototype A full-scale and usually functional form of a new type of design or construction. (See Systems workhorse, Structural Prototype, and Confirmation Prototype.) Prototype Plan A plan for all driveable and nondriveable vehicles, including design aids, engine, transmission components, and vendor tool tryout (TTO) components. The plan includes key build dates, build sites, and accountable engineering personnel for testing signoff. The test plan supports design freeze dates and testing windows. It also includes funding approval requirements for prototypes, and test plan and prototype tooling. Prototype Verification Prototype vehicles built using SSIR'd parts from production tools and processes, fully developed and validated and ready for Engineering sign-off. They are primarily used by Manufacturing for process proveout and to verify customer acceptance of function. Prototype Workhorse Prototype vehicles built as required to do systems development and to evaluate alternatives to provide evidence of concept viability in preparation for "GoFor-One".
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Prove Out - PS
Prove Out To turn out to be satisfactory or as expected; a trial assembly or functional test. Proveout Model ( Styling ) Clay model developed to verify surface drawing conformation with appearance of model originally approved. A record cast subsequently is made in Fiberglass (see Record Model.) PRP Prop PRPHRL Peripheral PRPNT 1. Proportion 2. Proportioned 3. Proportioning PRPS 1. Propose 2. Proposed 3. Proposing PRR Product Release Request PRS 1. Public Relations Staff 2. Person 3. Personalize PRX Proximity sensor PRXMT Proximity PS PostScript (r) PS 1. Prospect Street 2. Post 3. Power Supply PRU Physical Record Unit PRVD Public Road Vehicle Database PRSV 1. Preserve 2. Preservative PRT 1. Part 2. Platignum Resistance Thermometer PRTCLT Particulate PRTN Partition
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ps - PSMAC
ps Pferdestarke. European term for horsepower. The US equivalent is 1 hp (horsepower) = 1.0139 ps (pferdestarke). PS Final Program Status Milestone the Program Manager's final status report that reviews status versus the 18-Panel objectives and customer assessment of quality objectives. Customer assessments are sent to affected organizations and fed forward to be incorporated into future programs. Lessons learned are integrated for continuous process improvements. PSC Product Systems Classification PSD Power Sliding Door PSD Presence Sensing Device PSDC PTEC Software Development Console PSDCDU Power Sliding Door Cable Drive Unit PSMAC PARTS & SERVICE MANAGERS ADVISORY COMMITTEE PSM Product Strategy Meeting PSIG Pounds per Square Inch Gauge PSI Pounds Per Square Inch PSDI Presence Sensing Device Initiation PSDM Power Sliding Door Module PSE Power Sliding Door Module PSG Parent Support Group, one of Ford's officially-recognized employee resource groups. PSG Product Strategy Group PSH Push
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PSN - PSW
PSN 1. Position 2. Positioner 3. Positioning PSNG Passing PSO 1) Product Standards Office Product Strategy Office PSO 1. Product Standard Order - Deviation in Production 2. Parts Supply Operations 3. Production Standard Order PSP Power Steering Pressure PSPS Power Steering Pressure Switch PSR Private Salary Roll PSR Programming, Scheduling and Releasing PSS 1. Pattern Select Switch (AXOD-E) 2. Purchasing & Supply Staff 3. Packet Switching Service (British Telecom) PSW Password PSW Part Submission Warrant. Replaces "ISW" designation as of September 1993. PSTE Paster PSV 1. Passive 2. Passenger Service Vehicle 2) PSSD Presence Sensing Safety Device PST 1) Pacific Standard Time 2) Piston 3) Program Steering Team - The crossfunctional program management team chaired by the Program Manager directing the product development process for a vehicle program. The PST coordinates the work of Module and Activity teams and provides clear program direction to those teams and to functional organizations.
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PSW Parts - PTC
PSW Parts Part Submission Warrant = Report of the test results of the initial sample. The initial sample is a small quantity of parts that are checked against every dimensional and test requirement of the Ford part drawing. Initial samples must be produced from production tooling and process and in a run of at least 300 units at production rate. PT 1. Part Throttle 2. Program Timing 3. Platinum 4. Point PT Powertrain Declared Milestone Segment Director declaration of the powertrains for the proposed vehicles program initiation of funding for new or major- change engine or transmission programs. PT Powertrain Design Complete = 24 MBJ#1 for a P5 program. All powertrain alternatives for the vehicle program are assessed and declared and the engineering funding is requested. Powertrain analytical design verification and calibration complete; Powertrain prototype manufacturing plan complete; Batch 1 Prototype manufacturing plan complete; Batch 1 prototype assembly starts; Powertrain manufacturing feasibility sign off; 100k emission testing initiated PT Powertrain PT-E ( PTE ) Parklane Towers - East PT-W ( PTW ) Parklane Towers - West PTA Paint Trim Assembly PTC 1. Program Timing & Control 2. Program Timing Committee 3. Positive Temperature Coefficient
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PTCOOL - PTR
PTCOOL Cooling (Powertrain Cooling) PTD Painted PTE Powertrain Engineering PTER Product Testing and Evaluation Report PTF Program Task Force PTFE Polytetrafluoroethylene (e.g. Dupont Teflon) PTH Patch PTL Partial PTMN Pitman. PTMTR Potentiometer PTO Power Take Off PTO Powertrain Operations PTR Parts Tracking Report PTR Pointer PTQRT Powertrain Quality Review Team PTPRP Powertrain Program Review Process PTOX Periodic Trap Oxidizer PTP Powertrain Planning PTP Preliminary Tryout Panel PTPE Powertrain Product Engineering PTPR Powertrain Programme Review PTO POWERTRAIN PTOPE Powertrain Operations Planning and Engineering
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PTSA - PUCS
PTSA Powertrain System Analysis PTSE Powertrain Systems Engineering PTSSE Powertrain Subsystem Engineering PTT Pitot PTY Putty PU 1. Programmierte Unterweisung (Programmed Instruction) 2. Plutonium Public Internet The Internet outside of the Ford Web Public Web The World Wide Web outside the Ford firewall. The Public Web is part of the Public Internet. Publications, Service . Parts Operations (and Ind. Products) Review/Recommend . Design (Car/Truck) SIG Proposal Form for use of Warning . or Cautions on Products . Car and Light Truck Engineering . Initiator . Manager Review/applicable . Component Engineering Manager Review . Component Engineering Chief Engineer Approve . Office of the General Counsel (OGC) Review/Recommend . Tractor (if appropriate) Review/Recommend . Automotive Regulations Review/Recommend . Toxicology (if appropriate) Review/Recommend . Technical Service Training and Review/Recommend . Publish To share a formal communication with others, such as sending E-mail, transferring a file, printing a document, making a presentation, producing a newsletter, showing a video, or publishing to the Web. PUBOX Pick Up Box Body Subsystem PUCS Petrol Usage Control System
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Pull - Push Rod
Pull A system of cascading production and delivery instructions from downstream to upstream activities. The upstream supplier only produces when the downstream customer signals a need. Pull is the opposite of push. Pull System A way on managing shop floor (or even office-level) activity that minimizes work-in-process and dramatically improves throughput time by eliminating interoperation queues. A pull-system requires two things: a pull signal and a fixed upper volume limit. A fixed upper volume limit means the operators must stop producing parts whenever they have not received their (pull signal) authorization to produce more. Pull signals are sometimes called kanbans. [Duncan, William L., Total Quality Key Terms and Concepts, 1995.] PULS 1. Pulsator 2. Pulsating Pulse The employee opinion survey used by the Company to "take the pulse" of employees. ("Pulse" is not an acronym.) Pump See Supercharger Pump Fuel Facing fuel of no higher octane rating than that available for sale at gasoline station pumps. Pump Grade See Pump Fuel PUR Polyurethane (plastic) PUR Purpose PURCH 1. Purchased 2. Purchasing Push Car ( Drag Racing ) Car used to start race cars not equipped with starters. Push Rod A connecting link in an operating mechanism. Example: rod interposed between valve lifter and rocker arm on an overhead valve engine.
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Push System - PW
Push System The antithesis of the pull system. Push systems allow production to continue based on a predetermined schedule. Push systems launch orders into the production system on a scheduled interval and assume that they will come out the end of the process at the end of the designated throughput times. Even the best closed-loop push systems are much less responsive to in-process variations and, therefore, much less effective for controlling production and work-in-process than pull systems. [Duncan, William L., Total Quality Key Terms and Concepts, 1995.] Put it to the Wood ( Drag Racing ) Maximum throttle. PV Plan View PV SPEC Product Verification Specification PVC Polyvinyl Chloride PVDF Polyvinylidenfluoride (plastic) PW Pulse Width pw perimeter walk PVT Plant or Product Vehicle Team PVT Pivot PVO Pressure Variable Orifice PVP Powertrain Validation Program - A validation program which validates the drivetrain as a whole. PVP&R Production Validation Plan and Report-The official tracking document of the Production Validation program. It is typically a subset of DVP&R content. PVS 1. Product Verification Specification; 2. Plant Vehicle Scheduling; 3. Product Validation System - The system of verificaiton and sign-off through which a given product validation is accomplished.
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PWB - PYVNL
PWB Printed Wiring Board PWL Pawl PWM Pulse Width Modulation PWR Power PWRGND Power Ground PWRTRN Powertrain PX Proximity sensor PXPO Powertrain & Cross-Carline Programmes Office PYCLPRN Polychloroprene PYVNL Polyvinyl
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Q - QC
Q Quarter Q-1 A Ford Motor Company Award for quality excellence which is given to Ford suppliers, manufacturing or assembly plants which meet very stringent criteria. Q-101 (Vendor Quality Assurance Standard) A Ford published Quality System Standard designed to assist Ford plants and suppliers of production and service products in promoting never-ending improvement in quality and productivity which will mutually benefit both the suppliers and Ford. Q-8 Quadrasonic Four Channel (8-track) Stereo Tape System Q-Press Quality Plant Resident Engineering Systems Support - System which utilizes a resident engineer to interface between the Plant quality Teams and QRTs to reduce customer concerns through product and process assistance at the control and "sister" plants. QC Quality Center - (located at 15080/15090 Commerce Drive North) QC Quality Control Q101 The Ford quality system standards for Manufacturing Operations and outside suppliers of production and service parts. QA Quality Assurance QAF Quality Assurance Fixture QAM Quadrature Amplitude Modulation QAS 1. Quality Assurance Surveillance 2. Quality Audit Study Q1 1. Quality is Job #1 2. Preferred Full Service Supplier rating
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QC-P - QEMM
QC-P Quality Commitment Performance - An owner follow-up communications program that demonstrates a continuing interest in the owner's satisfaction. The program offers a means by which owners provide their thoughts and feelings regarding their vehicle and dealership. It also helps dealers to prioritize their actions for improved customer satisfaction. QCCMM Quality Control Certified Master Model QCI QUALITY COST IMPROVE QCK Quick QCM 1. Quality Control Master 2. Quartz Crystal Microbalance QCP Quality Commitment Performance QCS Quality and Customer Satisfaction QEMM Quarterdeck Expanded Memory Manager QDRPN Quadraphonic QDRSN Quadrasonic QCS Quality Customer Service QCT Quality, Cost, Timing QCWF Quality, Cost, Weight and Function QCWFT Quality, Cost, Weight, Function, and Timing attributes. QDB Quality Database QDD Quad Darlington Driver - Integrated circuit with 4 outputs for driving devices such as warning lights, etc.
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QFD - QOR
QFD Quality Function Deployment - A systematic approach to identify and prioritize customer and other requirements, and translate those requirements into the technical requirements for each step of product development from planning through production. QFTF Quality Focused Test Fleet - A NAAO road test fleet which includes competitor's cars to generate comparative data. QIC Quarter-Inch Cartridge (storage tape standard) QIM QUALITY IMPROVEMENT MEETING QIP Quality Improvement Program - A program initiated in 1987, lead by NAAO management and UAW to facilitate new ideas and methods for quality improvement. QIS Quality Information System QIT Quality Improvement Team QMI Quick Market Intelligence QMP Quality Mfg. & Purchasing Building (OLD NAAO BLDG.) QOE Quality of Event QOR Quit on road. QL Quill QLAT Quality Leadership Action Team QLFCTN Qualification QLS Quality Leadership System = used to deliver real-time information on the plant floor via hand-held wireless terminals. QLTY Quality
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QOS - QSDC
QOS Quality Operating System is a systematic, disciplined apporach that used standardized tools and practices to manage business and achieve ever increasing levels of customer satisfaction. QPS Quality Process Sheets QPS Quality Process System QPS Combination Sheet A job aid used by team members establishing and maintaining a Quality Process System. The form graphically represents the operation time, which aids work-sequence analysis and the elimination of wasted time. QPSS Quality Process System Sheets (QPSS) QR Quality Reject - A document used by a manufacturing plant to reject incoming material. Actual form title is "Incoming Material Reject Report", document #291A. QRC Quality Records Coordinator QSDC Quality System Document Coordinator QSA Quality System Analyst (Engineering Administration Audit Coordinator). QSC Quality Strategy Committee - A committee headed by L. R. Ross comprised of NAAO General Managers/Vice Presidents which meet monthly to address issues affecting the quality of NAAO products. QSA Quality System Assessment - Audit for the QS9000 International Quality Standard. QRT Quality Responsible Team - a crossfunctional organizational team responsible for the quality of a particular vehicle system. QS9000 Quality System requirements. Replaced Q101 globally.
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QSF - Quality Control Circles
QSF Quick Service Fix - Corporate company-to-dealer standard to make service fixes for significant problems available to dealers within 90 days. QSP Quality Strategy and Planning QSRC Quality System Record Coordinator QT 1. Quality Team 2. Quart QTR Quarter QTS Quality Tracking Study - Annual mail survey of domestic and import cars from 1 to 5 years old addressing owner perception in TGW/100 and satisfaction in %. This is a syndicated program funded by a number of subscribing manufacturers with agreement not to publish results for advertising. QTY Quantity QTY (ORG) Quality Control - Truck Manufacturing Operations Ford of Britain and/or Quality Control - Manufacturing Ford of Britain and/or Quality Control Manufacturing Ford of Germany and/or Quality Control - Bordeaux Operations Ford of France and/or Quality Control Valencia Operations Ford of Spain and/or Product Quality Control Staff Ford of Europe QUAD Quadrant Quadrant Designates gear-shift or transmission control lever selective mounting. Quality Control Circles A small group that voluntarily performs analytical activities within the workplace, seeking to find potential problems and implementing ideas that result in improvement to quality.
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Quality Methods - Quality Records
Quality Methods (Understands what it takes to do quality work.) Knows and applies Ford quality strategies. Monitors quality of results on an ongoing basis. Demonstrates ability to meet customer quality requirements to the highest levels of satisfaction. (Ford Leadership Behaviors) Quality Probe Studies Studies to obtain, in the words of owners, their perception of product quality. Findings are volunteered verbatim responses to open-ended questions. Quality Process System (QPS) A group-based method for documenting and standardizing work activities in a production sequence. The Quality Process System supports Continuous Improvement and is a keystone of both the Ford Production and Plant Operating Systems. The standard work sequence resulting from QPS eliminates waste and helps improve all Ford Measurables. Quality Process System Sheets (QPSS) A job aid used by team members establishing and maintaining a Quality Process System. QPS sheets outline the safest and most efficient production procedures. The sheets define the tasks, process flow, and human movements required to complete specific activities. They also include cycle and target time, the work sequence of specific tasks, and the minimum inventory needed to conduct the activity. Quality Process Sheets become a visual reference that represents the standard practices, safety, and quality at workstations. The sheets do not remain fixed. Work Group members frequently modify the sheets to reflect improvements at an operation. Quality Records Controlled records, usually listed on a Master Records List and Department's Master Record Lists. They may include: test reports, completed DVP&R, complete FMEA, Design Review meeting minutes, training records, internal audit reports, etc.
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Quality System Standard - Quick Changeover
Quality System Standard Q-101 Q 101 Quality-Of-Event Assessment A program management/team review of actual accomplishments compared with quality-of-event criteria. Quality-Of-Event Criteria A statement of the measurable results required to conclude that an even has been successfully completed. Quarter Elliptic ( s ) Quarter elliptic spring(s). Quarter Panel 1. Sheet metal stamping - originally called a rear fender 2. Sheet metal panel encompassing area from rear door opening to tail-light area, and from rear wheel opening to base of roof and truck opening. Quenching A process of rapid cooling of hot metal by contact with liquids, gases or solids. Query Interrogating a database. Queue A temporary holding area for data such as a message queue or print queue. Quick Fast Quick Changeover A team-based improvement activity that reduces setup and changeover times by 50 percent or more. Reducing changeover time reduces downtime and is critical to the success of the Ford Production System. For example, shorter changeover make it possible to produce parts and products in smaller lots. This reduces inventory and shortens lead-time. With the resulting flexibility, you can improve on-time delivery rates and respond to schedule changes more easily. A keystone in Quick Changeover is shifting internal to external activities. In other words, Quick Changeover performs the maximum amount of work while the machine is running.
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Quick-Change Devices - QVM
Quick-Change Devices Devices used in manufacturing setup reduction activities to eliminate the adjustment required during setup changeovers. Among the devices most commonly used on manufacturing equipment are quick-change couplings, clamps, locator pins, and fixed-position stops for dies and fixtures. [Duncan, William L., Total Quality Key Terms and Concepts, 1995.] QuickTime A Macintosh or Microsoft Windows operating system multimedia program offering sound and video capabilities. QVM Qualified vehicle modifier.
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R - R/OVR
R Rankine - an absolute temperature scale R Released R Radius R 90 Calibration Sign Off R BAR The average of the range values on an X BAR & R chart. R&D Research and Development R&E Research and Engineering R&FU Release and Follow-Up R&P Recruiting & Placement R&VT Research & Vehicle Technology. Previously known as "AVT". R/F/I Radio Frequency Interference R/FL Refill R/OVR Roll-Over R/CHG Recharge R/CONTR Remote Control R/F Radio Frequency R/ACT 1. React 2. Reactivate 3. Reactor 4. Reacting 5. Reaction 6. Reacted R/1000 Repairs Per 1000 - Repairs per 1000 vehicles at various times in service, calculated from warranty data. R/100 Repairs per 100 - Repairs per 100 vehicles at various times-in-service calculated from data obtained from the Company Warranty System.
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R/SD - Radial Runout
R/SD Right-Side R/T/V ROOM TEMPERATURE VULCANIZING R9F Certification Sign Off RA 1. Recovery Annealed (Steel) 2. Rouge Area 3. Radium RAACC Robotics and Automatic Applications Consulting Center RAC 1. Royal Automobile Club 2. Reliability Acceptance Criteria RAC Rent-A-Car Race A finished inner and outer surface in which or on which ball-bearings or roller bearings operate. RACF Resource Access Control Function Rack and Pinion Term to describe a type of steering mechanism which uses a rack and pinion gearing. RAD 1. Radiate 2. Radiator Radial Ply Pneumatic tire structure in which ply cords extend from bead to bead, laid at right angles to center line of tire. Radial Runout Variation in diameter of a wheel, tire or rotor from a specified amount. Race-CAM A type of camshaft for race car engines which increases lift of valve, speed of valve opening and closing, length of time valve is held open, etc. Also known as Full, Three-quarter or Semirace cams, depending upon design. RACER Redbook Assumption Cost Estimate Request
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Radiation - RAL
Radiation Transfer of heat by rays. Example sun. Radiator Cooling apparatus which employs tubes, coils or honeycomb-passages to expose liquid coolant to the air stream. Radius Rod ( also Radius Arm and Strut ) Distance rod, usually mounted on axle to maintain position relative to chassis. RADL radial. RADO Radio RAID Redundant Array of Inexpensive Drives RAID Recommend, Agree, Input, Decide -- a tool to determine the role individuals or functions play in reaching decisions. Rail ( also Rail Job ) 1. Dragster 2. (Slang) Description of chassis frame side members and more generally to describe something straight. Railcars Standard size is 86'long, 110" wide and 153" high (interior height). Cars may be enclosed or flatbeds (flatbeds used for shipping frames). 60' railcars may be found in isolated cases, but are not common. Rain Tire Tire designed with softer rubber (or mix) and different tread to provide greater adhesion on wet road surfaces. RAL Ausschuss Fuer Lieferbedingungen und Guetesicherung (German Committee for Terms of Delivery and Quality)
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Rally ( Rallye - British ) - RAS
Rally ( Rallye - British ) Organized automobile run conducted in compliance with applicable motor vehicle laws, designed to test the driving and navigational skills of the contestants. The contestants start from a given point at fixed intervals, with the object of following a prescribed course at specified legal and safe speeds without deviating from scheduled times of arrival at predetermined points along the course unknown to the contestants. Rally Studs Special tires, developed in Rally competition, which employ metal studs (usually Tungsten) mounted in the treads to improve traction in snow and ice. RAM Random Access Memory RAM (Random Access Memory) The computer's principal workspace. RAS Rear Air Suspension RAM Resident Programs that stay in memory so they can interact with other programs or can be instantly popped up when needed. RAMP Reliability Analysis and Modeling Program Ramp Angle Angle created by lines tangent to static loaded radii of front and rear wheels, covering at point of lowest ground interference of underside of car-angle of overhang at lower extremities. RAPID Rapid Actions for Process Improvement Deployment RAPRENOx Rapid Reduction of Nitrogen Oxides RAPS 1. Receiving & Procurement System 2. Recording of Actuals Against Plan System
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RAT - RBN
RAT Recycling Action Team - a cross functional team working to increase the use of recycled material used in Ford vehicles. The team has two divisions: ERAT: the European Recycling Action Team, and US-RAT: the US Recycling Action Team RAT Recycling Action Team RAT Ratchet Rat ( Trade Slang ) See Bum and Dogs Ratchet Jaw ( Drag Racing ) Person who talks a great deal. Ratio Relation or proportion that one number bears to another. Rattle A sound suggesting looseness, such as marbles rolling around in a can. Raunchy 1. Rough or poorly constructed or painted car. 2. Undisciplined or sloppy behavior. RBD Reliability Block Diagram RBDS Repair Bay Diagnostic System. It's the "end of line" of the repair area. RBE Robe RBF Radial Basis Function RBG Random Buzzword Generator RBN Ribbon RAW Rear Axle Weight Raw Data Unprocessed Data. Raw Stock Space The actual floorspace occupied by the container that stores the production material. As an example, a 4 ft. x 9 ft. rack occupies 36 sq. ft. of floorspace. RB Rubidium
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RBR - RCS
RBR Rubber RC 1. Remove Control 2. Running Change (Production) 3. Renaissance Center 4. Release Code 5. Race 6. Racing RCA Radio Corporation of America RCB Regent Court Building RCD Rapid Concern Definition - Process to reduce the time from first occurence to actual opening of a QSF concern. RCH Rich RCL Red Carpet Lease RCL Financing Ford Credit Profits derived from Red Carpet Leases. RCS Road Calibrated Suspension - Allows drivers to select personal setting (e.g. firm, normal or plush). rcms Returnable Container Management System RCPRTG Recuperating RCRA Resources Conservation and Recovery Act RCL Subvention Cost of incentives to lease customers from subsidizing lease payments, usually by reducing the lease interest rate and/or increasing vehicle residual values. RCM Restraint Control Module - RCM is a microcontroller-based module that receives and discriminates vehicle crash events, occupant position and restraint component status to make deployment decisions based on a calibrated algorithm.
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RCT - Realtime
RCT Request for Costs and Timing Worldwide PVT procedure to get costs and timing from all activities affected by a cross model change. Requested response time from the activities is 3 days. RCTNG 1. Rectangle 2. Rectangular RD Rental Distribution RD 1. Record Change 2. Road RD&BO Rental Distributions & Business Operations RD/HD Round Head RDG Reading RDMS Relational Database Management System RDR 1. Radar 2. Reader RDRAXL Rear Drive Axle RDRN Records Disposition Review Notice RDS Radio Data System RE 1. Research and Engineering Center 2. Rhenium Re-engineering Redoing as many business practices and processes as possible to achieve a more efficient and effective firm. RE/COND Recondition Read-Only An electronic record can be protected as "read-only." This option allows the file record to be viewed and printed but changes to the controlled record cannot be made without a password designated by the originator/custodian of the record. Realtime Immediate response in process control and embedded systems.
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REAM - Recommendations to Subsidiaries
REAM To finish a hole accurately with a rotating fluted tool. rear skate rear of pickup truck bouncing around REASN Reassign REBN Rebound REC Recess RECAP Recapitulation Sheet Recap Used tire to which a top strip of synthetic or reclaimed rubber strip has been added. RECD 1. Record 2. Recorded 3. Recording Reciprocating A back and forth movement. Example of a piston in a cylinder. Recirculating Ball Term used to describe a type of steering mechanism. RECL 1. Recline 2. Reclining Recommendations to Subsidiaries Policy Letters and Directives generally include a recommendation that subsidiaries adopt a similar statement. The intent is that a subsidiary adopt the statement if it is appropriate to the subsidiary's business and is consistent with local law. If a subsidiary determines that a statement should not be adopted, or should be adopted only with significant changes, the subsidiary should so advise the Ford Motor Company activity responsible for implementation or interpretation of the Policy Letter or Directive.
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Record ( GIS1, GIS2 ) - RECU
Record ( GIS1, GIS2 ) A record is proof or objective evidence that something has happened. It is information generated, prepared or received in the form of paper, film, magnetic tape, electronic file or other media by an employee of the Company in the course of employment. A record may be either a single communication or a composite file of communications on the same subject. By definition, documents are managed as records. In GIS1 "record" is often used interchangeably with "document." They may be added to, but cannot be changed. Record Categories ( GIS1 ) A broad classification of records under which individual documents are listed in the Record Series. Record Model ( See Proveout Model ) Fiberglass or plaster reproduction of original clay model as approved. Record Series ( GIS1 ) Specifies classes or categories of records and the retention period of all Official Records which fall into the categories. Note: In general, specific records are not identified in the Record Series. Recorder A G8D Team Member that transcribes meeting notes and maintains records. Records Proof or objective evidence that something has happened. They may be added to, but cannot be changed. RECPT Receptacle RECT Rectifier Rectifier An electrical device for transforming or changing alternating current into direct current. RECU 1. Recirculate 2. Recirculating
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RECV - REF
RECV 1. Receive 2. Receiver RECVR Recover RED 1. Reduce 2. Reducer 3. Reducing 4. Reduction Red Flag Conditions Conditions int he manufacturing process that often lead to errors. The eleven most common Red Flag conditions are: adjustments, tooling/tooling changes, dimensions/specifications/critical conditions, many/mixed parts, multiple steps, infrequent production, lack of effective standards, symmetry/asymmetry, rapid repetition, high/extremely high volume, and environmental conditions. Redbook A list of all the end-items, associated variable investment costs, and most components in a new product. Costs are developed as total, absolute variable costs, and costing is done by the manufacturing divisions (for in-sourced parts) and CPD Cost Estimating (for out-sourced parts). The Redbook is a CPD Finance Office system used to track product cost. Truck uses the Light Truck Data Base (LTDB) for the same purpose. REDSOD Repetitive Explosive Device for Soil Displacement Redundancies Duplications REED Reed REEL Reel REF 1. Used on drawings to signify reference dimensions. 2. Used on drawings to reference other documents such as a layout drawing.
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REFL - Regulatory Compliance
REFL 1. Reflector 2. Reflection REFRIG Refrigerant REFRIG Refrigeration (Air Conditioning) Subsystem Refrigerant A substance used in an air conditioning system which absorbs and gives up heat as it changes from a liquid to a gas to a liquid. REG 1. Regulate 2. Regulation 3. Regulator 4. Regulating REG REGULATORY REGEN Regenerator Regen Regenerative brakes. Regenerative brakes A system employed on electric vehicles where the drive motor is used to produce braking force. This architecture generates electrical energy and partially recharges the battery. Registration Process The registration of web sites into InfoNet is the process by which business value information is added to the Ford InfoNet. REGN RECOGNITION Regulator An automatic pressure reducing valve. Regulatory Compliance Regulatory Compliance is the result of Ford's in-house . process for ensuring that the product complies with all . applicable regulations concerning its use and function .
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Regulatory Requirements - RELCTN
Regulatory Requirements Government regulations and standards which.control the performance, design, function, specification or homologation documentation of our products and which must be complied with in order to permit the sale and/or operation of our products in those territories in which the regulations and standards apply. The following are categories that apply within this definition - Category I - Firm Regulations with legislated Effective Dates; Category II - Firm Regulations with forecast or proposed Effective Dates; Category III- Draft or proposed Regulation with forecast or proposed Effective Dates; Category IV Requirement in discussion with estimated dates of effect where possible. REINF 1. Reinforce 2. Reinforcement 3. Reinforcer 4. Reinforcing REL 1. Release 2. Released Relational DBMS System software that has the ability to link and share information from two or more databases based on some defined relationship in each of them. This results in increased flexibility over management and querying. It contains data only. Relay See Circuit Breaker RELAY Relay/Flasher RELBL 1. Reliability 2. Reliable RELCTN Relocation
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release level - Reliable Method
release level Includes: 1) Multiple prototype, bridged & production release levels will be possible in WERS, 2) Initial file set-up in WERS is scheduled to be complete by <SC>. WERS feeds PCW to provide status to target tracking (cost, weight, quality, etc.), 3) Initial product definition / parameters are required by manufacturing to support initial tool sourcing & die design, 4) Additional phase(s) of release may be required to complete production / prototype tooling (full specifications & detail drawings) and 5) Phased release, within WERS, utilizes effectivity release codes based on tooling (production or prototype) timing requirements to meet key build/test events. Release Number The number of an Engineering release. See also Notice number. reliability The probability that the product will perform its function over time/mileage under specific operating conditions. Expressed another way, reliability is the percent of vehicles which meet customer requirements ( without failure ) at various time/mileage objectives. Reliability Objectives These are the final vehicle and subsystem reliability targets (Repairs per 100 - R/100 or Things Gone Wrong - TGW) for 12 months in Service (12MIS) and the extended usage of 80,000 km Reliability Predictions The reliability prediction is an assessment of the expected reliability level taking into account the achieved verification level during Design Verification testing, past model reliability data for similar designs and any manufacturing/assembly changes. Reliable Method A method or procedure that always produces the desired results.
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Relief - REN
Relief Amount one surface is set below or above another surface. Relieve Phrase that describes the technique of opening-up (grinding away metal) in the intake manifold to increase and speed the flow of fuel and air. REM 1. Remove 2. Removed 3. Remover 4. Removable Remanufactured Parts Remanufactured Parts are parts and assemblies returned after service which have been surveyed and reworked to be brought up to specification for further service. Remanufacturing Worn / out-of-spec components or assemblies (i.e. cylinderheads, engines, transmissions etc.) are reconditioned /remachined to a high enough standard which allows a further usage in service. REMFG Remanufacture REMO Remote REMOTE Remote Convenience Subsystem Remote Access Access or communication that requires a data link. Remote Job Entry ( RJE ) A standard method of data transmission in which batch data is transmitted to a remote computer where it is then processed and returned to the printer. Remote Procedure Call ( RPC ) A protocol for applications activating processes and retrieving results that is often used for implementing client/server computing. REN Ringer Equivalence Number - Figure associated with telecommunications devices; the sum of all devices connected to a particular line cannot exceed a certain number (typically 5.0 for residential services).
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RENCEN - RES
RENCEN Renaissance Center Rendering ( Styling ) Detailed illustration REP Repair REP Romeo Engine Plant Repair Standards Repair processing instructions issued by Manufacturing Engineering to correct recurring defects on production parts and assemblies, service parts, or complete vehicles in order to meet engineering specifications. The standards will identify a standardised method and tooling required to complete the repair in all affected plants. Repeated Whys ( Stairstepping ) A method used for obtaining an improved problem statement from symptom by asking "why" to object and defect. "Why" is asked repeatedly until a level is reached where the cause of the problem is unknown. REPL 1. Replaced 2. Replacing 3. Replacement Reprographic And Office Services (ORG) Reprographic and Office Services Timing, Releasing and Office Services, Product Development Ford of Britain. and/or Reprographic and Office Services - Administration and ervices, Product Development Ford of Germany REPS Research Engineering Purchase System REQ 1. Require 2. Requirement 3. Requiring REQ REQUIRE/MENT/ING Req'd Required RES Rest
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RESCU - Resource Management System
RESCU Remote Emergency Safety Cellular Unit -- linked to a GPS, this special cellular phone can instantly provide a driver's location for emergency service. Can also provide users with directions from a dispatcher should they become lost. Research Library and Information Services ( RLIS ) Founded in 1920, this library's subject strengths are applied science and basic science, engineering and management. Additionally, career information and materials on Japan are represented in the collection. See web site at: <a href="http://www.rlis.ford.com/">www .rlis.ford.com/</a> Resident Engineering (ORG) Resident Engineers of Car Component Engineering and/or Vehicle Resident Engineering - Vehicle Engineering, Product Development Ford of Germany and/or Vehicle Resident Engineering Vehicle Programs Engineering, Product Development Ford of Britain and/or Resident Engineering - Truck Component Engineering,* Truck Operations Ford of Britain * see Definition Component Engineering Resin Liquid plastic chemical. The two most commonly used in styling are epoxy and polyester. Resistor A current-consuming piece of metal wire or carbon inserted into circuit to decrease flow of electricity. RESL Research Long Range Resource Management System Computer Spreadsheet for Design Manpower.
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Responsible Emissions Activity - Retread
Responsible Emissions Activity (Product Development) Different types of Emissions defined as follows: Exhaust Emissions Crankcase Emissions, Evaporative Emissions, High Altitude & Fuel Economy, Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) , Radio Electromagnetic Radiation, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Fuel Filler Vapour Recovery. Noise Certification & Homologation activities in Engine . Engineering & Vehicle Development, RFI, Homologation & Suppression activity in Electrical Engineering, Engine Engineering, & Component Engineering RESTC 1. Restrict 2. Restriction 3. Restrictor RESTNT Restraint RESV Reserve RESVR Reservoir Retread Used tire with new rubber bonded to worn surface from shoulder to shoulder. RETRD 1. Retard 2. Retarder 3. Retarding RET 1. Retain 2. Retainer 3. Retaining 4. Retention Retail Financing Profits Ford Credit profits derived from financing vehicle sales. Retard Retardation of the ignition; i.e., retard the spark. Retention Period ( GIS1 ) The length of time for which a Record must be retained. Identified in the Standard and Record Series of your area's Document/Record Matrix. RETR 1. Retract 2. Retracting 3. Retraction 4. Retractor 5. Retractable
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Retrieve - Reveal Molding ( Styling )
Retrieve To get information from another source and bring it to your computer. Return on Assets (After Taxes) A percentage return on total assets after taxes. Return on Assets (After Taxes) = Accounted Profit After Taxes divided by total assets. Return on Sales (After Taxes) A percentage return on sales revenue after taxes. Return on Sales (After Taxes) = Accounted Profit After Taxes divided by Sales Revenue. The return on sales is a particularly useful performance measure in inflationary periods because it is less sensitive to distortion caused by inflation than the return on assets. This is because both the profits and sales in the ROS equation are incurred in the same time period. The return on assets can be distorted because assets are purchased first and profits are generated later. The return on sales, therefore, give a better indication of how management is coping with inflation than the return on assets. reusability Reusability is the optimum reuse of common and carryover parts, tooling, facilities, design concepts, and processes (e.g. platforms, body architecture, material handling equipment, shipping racks, manufacturing knowledge, etc.). Reusability is an element of Investment Efficiency along with complexity reduction which aids in achieving program targets by focusing engineering changes only on those systems requiring new/modified designs to support the corporate break-through initiatives. Reuse To take existing information and use it for something else, such as reusing a file from the file server or copying a document from the Web. REV 1. Revise 2. Revision 3. Revisor Reveal Molding ( Styling ) Metal frame or molding outlining an opening or depression.
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Reverse Elliot Steering Knuckle - RHST
Reverse Elliot Steering Knuckle Type of axle construction in which steering spindle straddles ends of axle beam. REVS Engine revolutions per minute. REVSE Reverse RF 1. Roller Follower 2. Radio Frequency 3. Roof RFA Request for Failure Analysis RFB Rear Face of Block RFF Roller Finger Follower RFI 1. Radio Frequency Interference 2. Ready For Inspection RFID Radio Frequency Identification RHD Right Hand Drive RHST Rheostat RH 1. Right Hand 2. Rhodium 3. Relative Humidity RGSTR 1. Register 2. Registration RGH 1. Rough 2. Roughness RG Ring Gear RGB Red,Green,Blue - additive primary color space for CRTs RFS Regardless of Feature Size RFQ Request For Quote RFL Rifle RFMEP Rubbing Friction Mean Effective Pressure
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RI - RIS
RI Radiated Immunity (re electromagnetic radiation / EMC) RI Rhode Island RIA Robotic Industries Association Rich Text Format ( RTF ) An open format designed by Microsoft for interchanging documents between Microsoft Word and other word processing packages. RID Reglement international pour le transport des merchandise dangereuses RID 1. Reglement International Dangereuses - Risk Priority Number 2. Ride Riding the Rails Taking the outside line on flat tracks or riding high on banked speedways. Right A turn to the right of from one to 179 degrees. RIM Reaction Injection Molding - Plastic Forming 2. Metal support for tireor tire and tube assembly on wheel. Ring Gear Outer gear within which other gears revolve in a planetary system. Term also refers to driven gear which mates with drive pinion in a differential assembly. RIO Remote Input/Output RIP Raster Image Processor RIS Riser RIE Reliability Implementation Engineer. Assists the engine systems and components design engineers and the engine plant Quality Office personnel in planning and implementing sound Design Verification and Production Validation programs.
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Risk Analysis - RLY
Risk Analysis A method of evaluating an action to determine what could go wrong and why. Used anytime an action is anticipated, particularly at D3 and D5. RIV Rivet Rivet To attach with rivets or to batter or upset end of a pin. RK Rack RKE Remote Keyless Entry RKNG Rocking RKR Rocker RL Rail RLR Roller RLY Relay RLN Remote LAN Node RLLY Rally RLEF Relief RLHP Road Load Horsepower RLL 1. Run Length Limited (type of computer hard disk drive controller) 2. Roll RL&RO Rental, Lease & Remarketing Operations - A division of Marketing Sales & Service. Responsible for the disposition of Rental Repurchase units, Company Service Vehicles, Lease returns & Repossessions. RLD Road Load Data
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RM - RO
RM 1. Relay Module 2. Records Management RMA 1. Rubber Manufacturers Association 2. Returned Material Authorization RMDR Reminder RMDS Report Management Distribution System RMP 1. Ramp 2. Risk Management Program RMP Rearmost Point- Used to describe the travel of the Seating Reference Point (SgRP). RMR 1. Ream 2. Reamer 3. Reaming 4. Reamed RNG Running RNG/BD Running Board RNG/LP Running Lamp RNGE Range RNSE Rinse RNVT 1. Renovate 2. Renovating RO Reverse Osmosis (filter) RND Round RN Radon RMS 1. Root Mean Square - The square root of the average of the squares of a set of numbers. Microfinish values are sometimes expressed as RMS. 2. Reliability Measurement System
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RO Release - Rocker
RO Release Declaration of Successful O-Mile or 4K test. Final release to include emission decals and final 1271 charts. ROA Return On Assets Road Load (RL) A constant vehicle speed on a level road. This evaluation must be conducted in both directions to allow for wind and road bias. Road Race Motor race staged on a road or simulated road course. Roar Deep, long, prolonged sound like an animal, or winds and ocean waves. ROB Rouge Office Building Robust A process or design that is capable of producing results which fall well within specified limits. Robust Cycle Plan A cycle plan which: 1) is containable by all resource providers (e.g. engineering, prototype, launch, spending), 2) is compatible with Business Plan requirements for cash flow, salaried/hourly headcount, and spending, 3) incorporates spending provisions consistent with program scope, revenue equation, customer requirements, and regulatory/corporate requirements, 4) has a frequency/magnitude of product change consistent with FAO share/volume targets, and 5) is consistent with approved FAO product, market sector, brand, manufacturing, and complexity/reusability strategies. robustness A product/process that performs consistently as intended under a wide a range of user's conditions throughout the "life cycle" at the lowest possible cost. ROC rate of change Rocker Pivoted lever, on shaft, which actuates valves by transmitting push-rod motion.
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Rocker Arm - Rooler Bearing
Rocker Arm In engines, a lever located on a fulcrum or shaft; one end bearing on valve stem, other on push rod. Rocker Panel Sheet metal surface below door opening, running between front and rear wheel openings. Rockwell Hardness A scale for designating degrees of hardness possessed by a substance. ROCOF Rate Of Change Of Failure roh rear over hang RoHDA Rockwell Hydraulic Dynamic Analysis ROI Return On Investment Roll Bar 1. Safety bar(s) that protect driver. 2. Sway or anti-roll bar RON Research Octane Number Rooler Bearing An inner and outer race upon which hardened steel rollers operate. Roll Center Horizontal roll center of a car, around which the whole mass will (theoretically) roll. The longitudinal axis of the vehicle. Roller Roller tappet device for camshafts. Rolling Height Distance from the center of tire contact to the wheel center. Rolling or Loping Idle An idle characterized by cyclic variation of rpm and vacuum. Rolling Radius Diameter of tire under weight of a car. ROLTRK Sliding Roller and Track Subsystem ROM Read Only Memory
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rops - row
rops Roll Over Protection System ROS 1) Reliability Operating System; 2) Return On Sales roscoe Remote Operating System Conversational Environment ROT Rotating Rotary Engine Wankel type internal combustion engine causes cycle of intake, compression, expansion and exhaust by rotation of a triangular rotor in a housing shaped roughly like a figure 8. Air-fuel mixture enters and burned gases are ejected through ports covered and uncovered by movement of rotor. Ignition is by spark. Rotary Valve A valve construction in which ported holes come into and out of register with each other to allow entrance and exit of fluids or gases. Rotor Parallel-faced circular plate against which brake lining is forced to retard vehicle. Also, a rotating part of an electrical or mechanical device. Rotor Runout Lateral movement of rotor friction surface as it rotates past a fixed point. Route Course used to go to a predetermined destination. Route Instructions Written itinerary of a course, including speeds required from place-to-place. Instructions are usually numbered consecutively. Route directions must be followed in the order given. Route Sign Highway marker showing the number or name of a highway, often indicating its direction. Roving Chopped Fiberglass row Rest of World (refers to non-domestic markets)
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ROZ - RRN
ROZ Research Octane Number ( RON ) RP 1. ROM Part 2. Rope RPC Remote Parameter Control - A software tool for laboratory simulation testing which reproduces measured vehicle road responses based upon a calculated test system & vehicle model. RPLN 1. Replenish 2. Replenished 3. Replenishing RPM 1. Revolutions Per Minute 2. Engine Speed RPM Sensor Engine Speed Sensor RPN Risk Priority Number (FMEA) RPO Regular Production Option - The "normal" or standard options available for order on production vehicles. RRL Records Retention List RRN Records Review Notice RR AX Rear Axle RPW Resistance Projection Welding RQSTED Requested RR 1. Regulatory Requirement 2. Rear RPS 1. Request for Procurement Services 2. Revolutions Per Second RPT Report RPP Repair Product Data RPRS Responsible Person Retrieval System RPP Repair Product Planning
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RS - RTD
RS 1. Research Staff 2. Rally Sport RSA Reisespesen Abrechnung (Travel Expense Report) RSC Rouge Steel Company (Obsolete) RSC Rouge Steel Company RSD Raised RSI Repetitive Stress Injury RSM Resume ( Speed Control Cancel / Resume Switch ) RSN Resin RSNC Resonance RSNG Raising RSO Rapid Specification Option RSTR Resistor RT Right RTD Resistance Temperature Device RSTNR Restrainer RSS Request for System Services RSS Root Sum Square RST Reset RSTN 1. Resistant 2. Resistance RSO Road Safety Office RSON Resonator
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RTDA - RU
RTDA Establish and piloted, in cooperation with Full Service Supplier personnel a Real-Time Diagnostic Center (RTDC) for diagnosis and repair of complex Body & Chassis Electronic (BCE) Modules. Objectives achieved: 1) substantially improved rapid field concern definition, 2) strengthened the link between full service supplier engineering and dealer technicians to enable robust design 3) reduced the inappropriate replacement of nondefective modules and 4) increased the first time repair rate, improved customer satisfaction. This pilot program has successfully demonstrated a process for significantly improving the repair of complex electronic systems. With full implementation, the RTDC has the potential to reduce unexpended warranty by over $14 million for the systems currently identified. RTE 1. Romeo Tractor & Equipment Plant 2. Rate 3. Rating 4. Rated RTI Road Transport Information RTIO Ratio RTL 1. Rattle 2. Rattler 3. Rattling RTM Resin Transfer Molding RTN Return RTNG Routing RTP Real-Time Processor RTR Rotor RTS 1. Rustless 2. Request To Send RTU Remote Telemetry Unit RU Ruthenium
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Rubber - RWK
Rubber An elastic vibration absorbing material of either natural or synthetic origin. Rumble Low, heavy continuous sound like that made by wagons or thunder. Run Down Shuffle The surge experienced during deceleration with either open, or closed throttle. Run-On See Dieseling Runner Vehicle in the competition. Running Gear Mechanical components attached to frame or unitized body shell; i.e., axles, brakes, wheels, engine, transmission, drive-line and exhaust system. Running-Fit Where sufficient clearance has been allowed between shaft and journal to allow free running without overheating. RVR Recreational Vehicle Runner RVRBTN Reverberation RW Rawsonville Plant RWCVC Rear Wheel Drive Car Vehicle Center RWD Rear Wheel Drive RWK Rework RUPT Rupture RUS Rust RV 1. Recreational Vehicles 2. Rear View RVP Reid Vapor Pressure (psi), a measure of fuel volatility Runout Out-of-round condition of a rotating part.
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RWM - RWUP
RWM Read/Write Memory RWMA Resistance Welding Manufacturers Association RWUP Real World Usage Profile
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S - S4P ( Start Production Process Proveout Programme )
S 1. Sulfur 2. Sulphur S&AE Stamping & Assembly Engineering S&P Standard & Poor's S&R SQUEAK AND RATTLE S/CHAS Strip Chassis S/CHG 1. Supercharge 2. Supercharger 3. Supercharging S/DWN Shutdown S/M 1. Side Member 2. Sealer Manual S/N 1. Serial Number 2. Signal to Noise (ratio) S/OFF Shut Off S/TRLR Semi-Trailer S4P ( Start Production Process Proveout Programme ) Start Production Process Proveout Programme (S4P) denotes the start of the build of first vehicles for training, product familiarisation and proveout, these vehicles are saleable. NOTE - The Production Process Proveout Programme (EAO "4P" Programme) embraces all those Manufacturing and Product Development actions previously undertaken during the Training Build span, Start Training Build/STB has therefore been redesignated to the above. S/ST Super Street Racing (Classification) S/RES Steady Rest S/P/B/H Solid Pointed Button Head S/P/R/H Solid Pointed Round Head
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SA - SAF
SA 1. Spark Advance 2. Second Audio sa structured analysis SA&MT Structural Analysis & Modal Testing SA&MT Structural analysis and modal testing SA-TSAD Stand Alone - Two Speed Accessory Drive SAA Systems Application Architecture SAAB Svenska Aeroplan Aktiebolaget SAAR Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate SAD Structural Analysis Department SAE Society of Automotive Engineers SAE Steels A numerical index system used to identify composition of SAE steel. SAE Thread Refers to a table of threads set up by Society of Automotive Engineers and determines number of threads per inch. Example: a quarter inch diameter rod with an SAE thread would have 28 threads per inch. SAF 1. Safe 2. Safety SADT Structured Analysis & Design Technique
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Safety and Health Assessment Review Process (SHARP) - Sandbagger ( Drag Racing )
Safety and Health Assessment Review Process (SHARP) A Ford Production System Measurable. SHARP measures the health and safety impact of production processes. SHARP includes 21 points of reference. The measurable emphasizes improvements in health and safety processes by seeking zero fatalities, zero amputations, and zero permanent disabilities in all Ford facilities. Safety Factor Degree of strength above normal requirements which serves as insurance against failure. Safety Relief Valve A spring-loaded valve designed to open and relieve excessive pressure in a device when it exceeds a predetermined safe point. Sag A momentary drop-off in the acceleration rate that does not occur immediately after the throttle has been opened, but after the engine has acquired some speed. This is observed as a smooth, slight loss in engine rpm. SAIC Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation Sales Contest Incentives to dealers and salespersons resulting in trips and other prizes. Salesperson Cash Cash incentive given to salespersons, usually to incentivise a particular model or series. Saloon ( British ) Sedan SAM Stand Alone Module SAMCOR South Africa Motor Corporation Sanctioning Bodies Motorsport rulemaking bodies. Sandbagger ( Drag Racing ) Driver who holds back in staging area in effort to select opponents during eliminations.
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Sandblast - SBDS
Sandblast To clean a surface by means of sand propelled by compressed air. SANLS Sandless SAPT System for Automatic Programming Technology SARA Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act SASE Self-addressed Stamped Envelope SAT Satin SATAN Security Analysis Tool for Auditing Networks - A utility used to analyze security vulnerabilities on the Internet. satc semi-automatic temperature control SBCCI Southern Building Code Congress International SBDS Service Bay Diagnostic System SAW Surface Acoustic Wave Saybolt Test A method of measuring viscosity of oil with use of a viscosimeter. SB ANTIMONY SB/DI Sub Dial SB/FR Sub-Frame SBB Styling Blackboard (Styling Transmittal Affecting Interior Trim) SBC Single Board Computer SAV 1. Save 2. Saver 3. Saved 4. Saving
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SBG - SCADA
SBG Selective Build Group SBOM Service bill-of-materials SBR A copolymer of styrene and butadiene. Also GR-S or Buna-S. A commonly used type of synthetic rubber. SBR Service brake regen. SBS 1. Super Charger Boost Solenoid 2. Satellite Business Systems 3. Simultaneous Backup Simulation SBSTR Substrate SBTS Service Bay Technical System SBU Strategic Business Unit SC 1. Supercharger 2. South Carolina 3. Significant Characteristic SCADA 1. Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition 2. System Control And Data Acquisition SCAC Standard Carrier Alphabetical Code or carrier code that uniquely identifies a carrier. SC 1. Screw 2. Scandium SC <SC> Strategic Confirmation - Milestone that occurs 36 months before Job #1. The team confirms the strategy/viability. * Vehicle / system / level 1 subsystem targets committed * Powertrain line-up selected * Manufacturing assembly location for each derivative confirmed * All system / subsystem suppliers selected / part of the team * Long lead funding to Board of Directors (if required) * Initial Attribute Prototype (AP) / Confirmation Prototype (CP) plan is available. SCAAP Super Computing Automotive Applications Partnership
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Scale - SCOOP
Scale A flaky deposit occurring on steel or iron. Ordinarily used to describe accumulation of minerals and metals accumulating in an automobile cooling system. SCAP Silicon Capacitance Absolute Pressure Scatter Diagram A diagram that displays individual data points plotted as a function of the two variables whose relationship is being investigated. The degree of scatter (or clustering) indicates the weakness (or strength) of the underlying relationship. SCB Supercharger Bypass SCB Solenoid Supercharger Bypass Solenoid SCCA Sports Car Club of America SCCS Speed Control Command Switches SCOOP Device to catch air if functional, or may be ornamental. SCKT Socket SCL Scale SCM Societe Commerciale De Moteurs SCM Supply Chain Management SCNG Scanning SCO Santa Cruz Organization: developer for UNIX (SCO-UNIX) SCDP Summary of Cost Drivers and Proposals SCF Scuff SCHD 1. Schedule 2. Scheduling
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SCORE - Scroll Bar
SCORE A scratch, ridge or groove marring a finished surface. SCP 1. Standard Corporate Protocol (multiplex wiring) 2. Secondary Communications Processor 3. Scoop SCPI Standard Commands for Programmable Instrumentation SCPR Small Car Programme Review SCR 1. Scrape 2. Scraper 3. Silicon Controlled Rectifier 4. Supplementary Compensation Roll Scrap Strips Strips of sheet metal remaining after processing through press machine. Script This is a program written in a special programming language for use in a word processor or communications program. It is the same as a macro. SCRN screen. Scroll Bar Bars which appear at the bottom and/or the right hand side of the viewing window which allow you to "scroll" from side to side and up and down to view information that does not fit into the window. Scraper ( Styling ) Clay modeling tool used to rough insurface of model. Shaped like a shorthandled rake with a straight or curved blade crosswise to handle. Blade can vary from one inch to six inches wide. Has two sharpened sides, one has serrations or teeth | the other, a smooth edge. Scribe A G8D Team Member that restates, records and makes all Team decisions made during the meeting, visible to the Team.
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Scrutineering ( Tech Inspection ) - SDEG or SDE
Scrutineering ( Tech Inspection ) Detailed technical inspection to assess worthiness or conformity of vehicles. SCS Stop Control System SCSI Small Computer Systems Interface (type of computer data bus) SCSR Scissor SCT System Coordination Team SCTR Sector Scuff Plate Cover over door sill. (Usually rubber or metal.) SCVAC Speed Control Vacuum SCVGR Scavenger SDC Software Development Console SDEG or SDE Software Design Engineering Group at ETC/ELD SDA Speed Density Adaptive - Adaptive control for fuel quantity derived from the speed/load/volumetric efficiency table within CPU memory. Adaptive control means that these table values are updated and changed within memory; the table values do not remain as originally programed. SD/SH Side Shift SD 1. Speed Density - Air Flow Calculation 2. Side 3. South Dakota 4. Source Document SCVNT Speed Control Vent - The signal to the speed (cruise) control vent solenoid. The vent solenoid, when used in combination with the vacuum solenoid, controls the vacuum motor and ultimately, the throttle linkage.
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SDEN - SDWA
SDEN Safety Damageability Emissions and Noise SDG Solutions Delivery Group - An organization within Process Leadership whose responsibility is the development, maintenance and implementation of computer applications software for Ford Motor Company. SDL 1. Supplier Development List Mechanised listing of accepted sources for each part/assembly supplied by any Company other than a Ford Company. The information on the SDL is produced by direct input from Component Engineering and Supply. 2. Saddle SDLC Synchronous Data Link Control - A typical bit-oriented protocol for data transmission. SDR Select Dealer Region (formerly Dealer Assistance Center) SDR 1. Sender 2. Sending SDV Segment Demonstration Vehicle SDWA Safe Drinking Water Act SDRC Structural Dynamics Research Corporation. SDRC is the corporation from which Ford Motor Company purchases the core elements of the C3P toolset. Supplier of mechanical design automation software, product data management software and implementation services. SDS Smart Distributed System -- a CAN (Controller Area Network) based, open, actuator/sensor control system which offers peer-to-peer (slave-to-slave) communication in a decentralized control architecture. SDS Software Delivery System. Forddeveloped tools used for software delivery. SDS Safety Data Sheet SDTS Skills Development and Training Tracking System
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SDWH - Seating Buck
SDWH Sandwich SE 1. Simultaneous Engineering 2. Seal 3. Sealant 4. Sealer 5. Sealing 6. September 7. Selenium SEA Selective Enforcement Audit SEAL Sealing Subsystem Sealed Beam Lamps Lamp construction with reflector, lens and filament hermetically sealed in one unit. Seamless Uninterrupted Search To look for information. Search Engine Software that searches Web pages on the Intranet/Internet, based on words or phrases the user has typed into the search engine box. Web sites that contain the words or phrases are presented in a linked list format that the user can scan and click on the sites he/she is interested in viewing. SEAT Seating Subsystem Seat A surface, usually machined, upon which another part rests or seats. Example: surface upon which a valve face rests. Seat Side Shield Metal or plastic molding or applique on outer edge of seat cushions and in some cases seat back. Seating Buck Mockup of interior of a car used to evaluate entrance and egress, seating room, comfort, instrument accessibility, etc. (See Trim Buck)
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SEC - Sedanca De Ville
SEC 1. Securities and Exchange Commission 2. Simultaneous Engineering Center 3. Second Time SECBODY Second Unit Body Subsystem SECDRY Secondary Secondary Brake Shoe Brake shoe in a set which is energized by primary shoe and increases servo, or self-energizing, action of brake. Secondary Winding A wire in which a secondary or high tension current is created by induction due to interruption of current in adjacent primary winding of an ignition coil or magneto armature. SECT Section Section View at 90 degrees to a plan cut through component. Section Height Height of an inflated tire from bottom of bead to top of tread. Section Width Width between exteriors of sidewalls of an inflated tire at its widest point. SECUR Security SECURE Servicing Customers Responsibly Secured Cribs Cribs used for storage of hazardous or security sensitive materials (i.e. airbags, radios, CD changers, batteries...). SED 1. Sediment 2. Sedimenter Sedan From the Italian verb, 'sedare.' Closed car with fixed window frames in the doors. Sedanca De Ville Limousine with removable covering over the driver's compartment.
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Sediment - Selective Transmission
Sediment Active material of battery plates that is gradually shed and accumulates in a space provided below plates. SEFI 1. Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection SEG Segment SEGAN Systematic Eradication of Greedy Australian Nutters Segment Director The director of Ford participation in a vehicle segment/platform concentrating on data collection, business/cycle planning, managing technology development, developing Segment Plans, and appointing Program Managers. Segment Team A small team led by the Segment Director which develops the Segment Strategy and the Segment Cycle Plan. SEL 1. Select 2. Selecting 3. Selection 4. Selector 5. Selective Select Prime Program The point at which a prime powertrain is selected and authorization given to initiate production design and prototype procurement for test and development. Selective Transmission Arrangement of gearing and shifting device in which it is possible to go directly from neutral position into any desired pair of gears. SEK 1. Seek 2. Seeking Seize When a surface moving upon another binds, then sticks, it is said to seize. For example: a piston seizes in a cylinder due to a lack of lubrication or overexpansion due to excessive heat.
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Selector - Sensors
Selector Most commonly, selector lever; i.e., gear shift (selector) lever. Self-Energization Placing of brake shoes so that drum tends to drag lining along with it, resulting in a wedging action between anchor and drum. SEM Scanning Electron Microscope SEMATECH SEmiconductor MAnufacturing TECHnology SEMI Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturers International Semi-Diesel A semi-diesel engine operates on comparatively high compression and utilizes solid injection of fuel. However, it does use an electrical ignition system rather than depend solely upon heat generated by compression to furnish ignition. Semi-Elliptic Spring Suspension spring formed in the shape of one half of an ellipse. Semi-Floating Axle A drive axle construction in which axle shafts support weight of car. Semiconductor A solid material, usually germainium or silicon, with an electrical conductivity that lies between the high conductivity of metals and the low conductivity of insulators. Depending on the temperature and pressure, a semiconductor can control a flow of electricity. SEN Safety, Emissions, and Noise Senior Management Product Planning Committee members who can change a program after approval. Sensors Devices to detect and measure physical phenomena, such as temperature, stress, heartbeat, wind direction, and fire. These devices translate physical stimuli into electronic signals that may, for example, be input into computers.
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Sensory Inspection - Series III Engine
Sensory Inspection Subjective inspection using feel rather than measurements. SENTVE 1. Sensitive 2. Sensitivity SEP 1. Separate 2. Separating 3. Separation 4. Separator Separators Sheets of rubber or wood inserted between positive and negative battery plates of a cell to keep them out of contact with each other. SEQ 1. Sequence 2. Sequencing SER NO Serial Number Series 0 Engine Cobbled hardware to assess the viability and feasibility of design concepts prior to initiation of production design used to support Advance Mechanical prototype. Series I Engine Intended to be program assumption level for initial dynamometer and vehicle development and durability testing. Series "I" engines support 50K Pre-Cert Program, advance mechanical prototypes, and are available to any customer with a dynamometer calibration. Series II Engine Intended to fully represent, in prototype hardware, the "Production Design Intent Level". Series "II" engines are intended for final vehicle function development packaging, dyna and vehicle DV, support of 50K and 4K development and certification, and to support VEO Mechanical and Advance Structures prototypes. Series III Engine Design and build of Series "III" engines are to represent minor changes only to AI-5's released and to production tooling in process. Testing should be considered confirmatory. Designs will include, if possible, late package direction revision by VEO if required.
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Series Winding - Service Action
Series Winding An electric winding or coil of wire in series with other electrical equipment. SERNO SERIAL NUMBER Serpentine Cells A popular layout for cellular manufacturing operations that deploy operators inside U-shaped work cells that are connected end-to-end in a serpentine manner. See also U-shaped Cells. (Duncan, William L., Total Quality Key Terms and Concepts, 1995.] SERR 1. Serrated 2. Serration SERV Service Server A computer software that stores Web pages that other computers visit by way of a network to retrieve the Web pages. The software runs on the Internet Service Provider's computer, which processes requests from the related client server. It may also be called a host. Server Platform Architectural components that provide services to clients over a network. A platform indicates the type of architecture or family a computer belongs. Each type of family has its own unique machine language. Software is generally written or "ported" for each language specifically in order to be able to run on each computer type. General examples of computer families includes: x86 (most Pcs), VAX, Wang, RISC-Unix types. Service ( ORG ) Sales Ford of Germany and/or Customer Service - Sales Ford of Britain and/or Service Activities of European Sales Companies and/or European Service Ford of Europe and/or Truck Service - Truck Sales and Marketing, Truck Operations Ford of Europe Service Action A special action to fix or notify customers/dealers of products that have escaped and may exhibit concerns.
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Service brake regen - SETK
Service brake regen In an electric vehicle, refers to regenerative braking applied when the driver applies the service brake. Service brake regen (SBR) may be applied exclusively or in conjunction with the friction brakes depending on the vehicle architecture. Service only Part Supplier engineered-and-supplied production assembly which is furnished separately for service,- or a part designed by Product Engineering and released specifically for use in the repair of Ford products. Service Part A part which is either in current production or was once used in production which can be stocked by Dealers for use in the repair of Ford products, as authorised by Parts Operations. The initial Engineering Release for the part will indicate "Production Part available for Service". Servo Automatic transmission hydraulic piston and cylinder assembly used to control drum bands. Servo Action A brake construction in which a primary shoe pushes a secondary shoe to generate self-energization. SET Simultaneous Engineering Team SET ACC Set Acceleration ( Speed Control ) SETEXT Structure Enhanced TEXT SETK System Engineering Toolkit computer software component of AVT's FDVS generic authoring system for creating design verification plans.
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Setup Time Reduction - SG
Setup Time Reduction An important part of reducing manufacturing lot sizes in order to reduce cycle times and work-in-process inventory. Setup time reductions were made popular as part of the just-in-time manufacturing movement in the late 1970s and early 1980s. There are several approaches to setup time reduction, such as dedicated setups, quick-change devices, and fixedposition mechanisms to reduce or eliminate adjustments. [Duncan, William L., Total Quality Key Terms and Concepts, 1995.] Seven ( 7 ) Planning and Management Tools Affinity Diagram, Relations Diagram or Interrelationship Diagram, Tree Diagram, Prioritization Matrices, Matrix Diagram, Process Decision Program Chart and Activity Network Diagram. Severity Assessment of the degree of risk or cost that a symptom represents to Ford. Might be generally classified as (descending order of severity): safety or government compliance, dependability, confidence, irritant, other). SG 1. Salary Grade 2. Reduce Sludge and Oxidation Grade of Oil SF Start-to-Finish SFC Sequential Function Chart SFI 1. Sequential Fuel Injection 2. Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection 3. Schedule Formular Index SFOE Sales, Ford of Europe Inc. SFPM Surface Feet Per Minute SFR Shop Floor Requirements SFU Strategic Focus Unit SFU Supplier Follow-Up
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SGML - SHED
SGML Standard Generalized Markup Language - An international standard for the publication and delivery of electronic information. Like HTML, SGML contains tags that describe the structure of a document. SGRP Seating Reference Point (Package Drawing Reference) SGT Sight SH 1. Shift 2. Shifter 3. Shifting Shackle Bolt A link for connecting one end of a chassis spring to frame which allows spring end to oscillate laterally. SHAD 1. Shade 2. Shaded 3. Shading SHD 1. Sheared 2. Shear SHE Sodium Heat Engine Shear To cut between two blades. SHED Sealed Housing for Evaporative Determinations SHARP SAFETY HEALTH ASSESSMENT REVIEW PROCESS Shape Memorizing Alloy An alloy that deforms when heated but restores its original shape when cooled. Can function as sensor and actuator to open or close a duct shutter, etc. SHARP Safety and Health Assessment Review Process = Global process providing complete evaluation of health and safety process (element of FPS) <a href=http://www.dearborn.ford.com/tox /sharp/sharpindex.htm>SHARP</a>
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Sheet Metal - SHO
Sheet Metal All areas of a car not glass, bumpers, grille, lights or trim, that comprise the body; i.e., hood, fenders, quarter panels, instrument panel, decklid, etc. SHFT Shaft Shift Pattern Pattern in which gear selection is achieved; i.e., 'H' pattern with manual transmission. Shim Thin metal packing piece, much used for accurate spacing. Shim Stock Extremely thin metal pieces used as dividers in the making of a mold. Shimmy 1. Phenomenon of wheel vibration. Very common in cars with worn king pins. 2. In automobile steering, a wobbling or shaking of front wheels. Shine One of the Five Key Steps in Visual Factory organization. Shine means keeping the workplace clean. SHLD Shield SHLDR Shoulder SHLF Shelf SHM Shim SHMP Shampoo SHMTC Schematic SHNK Shank SHNT Shunt SHO Super High Output SHK Shock SHKL Shackle SHL Shell
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Shock Absorber ( Shocks ) - SHU
Shock Absorber ( Shocks ) A device to provide mechanical or hydraulic friction to control excessive deflection of automobile springs. Shoes Tires Short Circuit To provide a shorter electrical path. Often used to indicate an accidental ground in an electrical device or conductor. Short Term FT Short Term Fuel Trim SHOT 1. Shot 2. Shoted 3. Shoting Show Car Display car having features or shapes not offered in production cars. SHP 1. Ship 2. Shipped 3. Shipping SHPE Society for Hispanic Professional Engineers SHRD 1. Shroud 2. Shrouded Shrink Fit An exceptionally tight fit. Example shaft or part is slightly larger than hole in which it is to be inserted, outer part is heated above its normal operating temperature or inner part chilled below its normal operating temperature, or both, and assembled in this condition. Upon cooling, a shrink fit is obtained. SHRNK Shrink SHRT Short SHT Sheet SHTH Sheath SHTL Shuttle SHTR Shutter SHU Shoe
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Shunt - SIDEV
Shunt 1. Accident 2. To bypass around or turn aside. Also, an alternate path for current in electrical apparatus. Shunt Winding An electric winding or coil of wire which forms a bypass or alternate path for electric current. Example: in certain electric generators or motors, each end of field winding is connected to an armature brush. Shut the Gate See Close the Gate Shuttle Valve A valve for diverting pressure from one channel to another. SHV 1. Shave 2. Shaved 3. Shaving SHVE Sheave SHVL Shovel SHW 1. Show 2. Showing SI 1. Spark Ignited engine 2. Systeme International 3. Silicon SICCRP Supplier Initiated Car Cost Reduction Programme - Supplier initiated car cost reduction proposal. SIG acceptance standard SIG EU179 Product Engineering Quality Control. Initiate Resident Engineer Review Component Engineer Review Component Engineering Manager Approval. SID Side Impact Dummy Side Chip Sealer Body side sealer against road gravel chipping. Side Draft Term which describes direction in which air/fuel mixture is drawn into carburetor(s) and intake manifold. SIDEV Side Vision
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Sidewall - SIG Engineering Specification
Sidewall Portion of tire between tread and bead. SIG 1. Signal 2. Sign 3. Special Interest Group SIG Authorisation to Withdraw an Original Drawing From Release Package.SIG EU3030 Car and Truck Engineering Component Engineer nitiate (1) Supervisor Component Engineering Approve .Note (1) May also be initiated by Draftsman in Car Engineering SIG Corporate Vehicle Requirements Manual SIG CVRM Divergency Request SIG EU43 DIV/REQ Car Engineering Vehicle Engineer iitiate Design Engineer Initiate Component Engineer Initiate Manager of Initiating Area Review Manager of Vehicle Engineering Review Manager of Component Engineering Review (1) Chief Engineer Vehicle Engineering Approve Chief Engineer Component Engineering Approve (1) NOTE (1) As appropriate depending on subject. SIG Corporate Vehicle Requirements Manual SIG CVRM Divergency Declaration SIG EU43 DIV/DEC Car Engineering Vehicle Engineer riitiate Component Engineer Initiate .Manager of Initiating AreaReview Manager of Vehicle Engineering Review . Manager of Component Engineering Review (1) Chief Engineer Component Engineering Approve Chief Engineer Vehicle Engineering Approve Vice President Car Engineering Recommend NOTE (1) As appropriate depending on subject. SIG Engineering Specification SIG ES . SIG EU3947 . Car and Truck Engineering . Component Engineer Initiate . Supervisor Component Engineering Review (Car) . Supervisor Component Engineering Review/Approve (Truck) . Manager Component Engineering Approve .
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SIG EU1464 - SIG Layout and Drafting Action Request
SIG EU1464 SIG Materials Compliance Sheet . SIG MCS . Car & Truck Engineering . Engineer/Buyer Initiate . Engineering/Supply Manager Review . Materials Engineer Review . Toxicologist Review . Environmental Control Review . Materials Engineering Manager Approve/Reject . SIG EU1838 SIG Branding Exemption . Product Engineering . Component Engineer Review . Component Engineering Supervisor Review/Approve . Component Engineering Chief Engineer Review (1) . Vice President Car Engineering Approve (2) . (1) Only if Vice President approval is required, . . otherwise approval by Supervisor. . (2) Only if the Branding Exemption is associated . . with Restricted Sourcing imposed by Engineering. . SIG EU184 SIG Authorisation for Date/Vendor Code Application . Product Engineering .. Component Engineering Supervisor Review . Component Engineering Manager Approve . SIG EU2823 SIG Engineering Vehicle Performance Data . Car Engineering . Engineer Initiate . Vehicle Design Manager Review . Vehicle Engineering Chief Engineer Approve . SIG EU2859 SIG Request for . Regulation Interpretation . Car/Light Truck Engineering . Initiator . Office of the General Counsel (OGC) Review . Automotive Regulations Approve/Reject . Toxicology (if appropriate) Approve/Reject . SIG Layout and Drafting Action Request SIG LDAR . SIG EU56 . Car and Truck Engineering . Component Engineer Initiate . Supervisor or Manager Review . Chief Engineer Approve (1) . Note (1) Chief Engineers signature is only required . . for high priority drafting action. . When rescheduling a LDAR - . Supervisor (Component Engineering) Review . Supervisor (Layout and Drafting) Approve .
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SIG Product Engineering Service Instruction - Sign Off
SIG Product Engineering Service Instruction SIG PESI .. SIG EU2945 . Product Engineering . Component Engineer Initiate . Component Engineering Supervisor Review . Component Engineering Manager Review . Component Engineering Chief Engineer Approve . Other affected Component Engineering . Chief Engineer Approve . Vehicle Engineering Executive Engineer Approve . SIG Repair Standard SIG EU863 . Product Engineering . Manufacturing Engineering Initiate . Resident Engineer Review (1) . Component Engineer Review (1) . Component Engineering Manager Approve . Note (1) Sign "Reviewed" in main field of Repair Standard Form SIG Request for Part Number Assignment SIG EU65 .. Car and Truck Engineering . Component Engineer Initiate (1) . Note (1) No review or approval required SIG Request for Standard/Utility Part Authorisation SIG EU65A . Car and Truck Engineering . Component Engineer Initiate . Manager of Initiating Area Review (CAR ONLY) . Executive Engineer . . Component Engineering Review(Truck Only) . Standards Engineer Approve . Manager, Metallurgical Laboratory Approve (1) . Note - (1) As appropriate depending on subject Sign Off Formal acknowledgement that all aspects of a program within the responsibility of an organization are finished and supportive of the program moving into the production launch phase.
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Sign-Off Achievement Status Categories - SIMM
Sign-Off Achievement Status Categories The following categories are used MET - means that requirements have been satisfied - NOT MET - means that a requirement has not been satisfied due to design, or that test or evaluation . . results are below the required level. PERCENTAGE NUMBERS - are used to indicate incomplete durability testing. NOT EVALUATED - means that components are not available for installation, testing and evaluation. NOTE - Categories "NOT MET", "INCOMPLETE TESTING", and "NOT EVALUATED" must always have a risk assessment based on engineering judgement. Significant Characteristics A limited number of dimensional or functional characteristics of a part which are important to customer quality. Also see Critical characteristics. SIL 1. Shift Indicator Light 2. Silencer SILAS Single Image Logon Administration System Silencer ( British ) Muffler Silicon A nonmetallic element, often alloyed with steel. Silicon Steel An alloy of silicon and chromium with steel, often used for exhaust valves of internal combustion engines. Silicone Any of a group of semi-organic polymers, used in lubricants, adhesives and protective coverings. Silver Soldering See Hard Solder SIM SIMULATE/ED/ING/OR/TION SIMM Single Inline Memory Module
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Simultaneous Engineering - SIP
Simultaneous Engineering Product engineering which optimizes the final product by the proper integration of requirements, including product function, manufacturing and assembly processing, service engineering, and disposal. Simultaneous engineering makes parallel processing possible and is a systemic approach to fulfilling customer wants. Simultaneous Processing The performance of tasks at the same time to save time and money, and to increase the quality of the results. Single Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED) A series of techniques pioneered by Shigeo Shingo. Changeover of production machinery is accomplished in less than ten minutes. Ford's longterm objective is zero setup for changeovers, which are instantaneous and do not interfere with continuous flow. Single Piece Flow Products move through various operations in design, order-taking, and production, one piece at a time and without interruptions, backflows, or scrap. Single Point Failure The failure of an item which would result in failure of the system and is not compensated for by redundancy or alternative operational procedure. Single Purpose Calibration Engine calibration will have good idle, representative horsepower and torque, and be free of any calibration, emissions, fuel economy problems that have yet to be resolved. SIO Service Improvement Operations SIP 1. Single In-Line Package - Integrated circuit with input/output pins only on one side. 2. Service Improvement Process - An application of Total Quality Excellence/process improvement to the customer service process Ford Parts & Service Division.
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SIPS - slc
SIPS Side Impact Protection System - an elaborate safety cage design of the unibody that transmits the forces generated by a side collision to the crushable members along the door frame and other parts of the vehicle in order to lessen the impact of the crash (term primarily used by Volvo). SIR 1. Service Investigation Report - A field service report written by a Ford Parts and Service Division field service engineer. 2. Siren SIR Systems Integration Review SIS Source Identification System SIT Temporary Import System ( Sistema de Importacion Temporaria ) - a module in Argentina to facilitate the follow-up of imported parts inventory status under the Temporary Import Custom Regime. SK Sketch slc Spring Lock Coupling - CCD coupling for use in a "quick connect" air conditioning and fuel line applications. SLA Spring on Lower Arm (Front Suspension Design) SLAP St. Louis Assembly Plant SLAV Slave SL Sill SLA Short Long Arm. Suspension that is independent where the upper control arm is shorter than the lower control arm, creating a geometry that forces the tire to move in a more vertical travel pattern. SKD 1. Semi Knocked Down 2. Skid 3. Skidded 4. Skidding Skins Tires SKRT Skirt
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SLC - Slingshotting
SLC Systems Life Cycle SLCK Slack SLD 1. Slide 2. Sliding 3. Slider SLDR 1. Solder 2. Soldering 3. Solderability SLE Surface Layout External SLEEP Add-on Sleeper Compartment Subsystem Sleeze Valve A reciprocating sleeve or sleeves with ported openings placed between piston and cylinders of an engine to serve as valves. SLF 1. Service Loyalty Factors (Franchised vs. Non-franchised Repair Sources) 2. Self SLG Slug SLI Surface Layout Internal Slick ( s ) Wide, flat tires used on the rear of drag racing vehicles for increased traction. Slick ( Styling ) Thin piece of plastic with edges ground free of nicks and scratches. It is used to smooth a clay surface. ding, etc., and to apply Di-noc. Sliding Fit Where sufficient clearance has been allowed between shaft and journal to allow free running without overheating. Sliding in Pressed Contact Refers to the sliding contact present in a rotary engine's rotor seals. Slingshot Dragster design where driver sits behind rear wheels. Slingshotting Passing another racing car by use of its slipstream.
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SLIP - SLR
SLIP Serial Line Internet Protocol Slip Angle Angle formed between the direction of travel of the center of tire contact and the line of intersection of the wheel plane with the road surface. Slip Rings Insulated metal rings mounted on alternator rotor shaft on which brushes make continuous sliding contact. Slip-In Bearing A liner, made to extremely accurate measurements, which can be used for replacement purposes without additional fitting. Slipstreaming Driving very close to tail of another racing car to take advantage of resulting decreased wind resistance. SLIT Slit SLNG 1. Sling 2. Slinger SLR Surface Layout Release (change affecting Skin or Surface) SLPPR Slipper SLOT 1. Slot 2. Slotted SLOTS Service Labor On-Line Time Standards System SLP 1. Slip 2. Slipping SLPG Sleeping SLPM Stamping Launch Process Model- based on best practices to achieve highest quality Stamping Plant launch at the lowest cost. More information can be found on Ford intranet site: <a href="http://etd02.etd.com/fordslpm">etd02.etd.com/ford-slpm</a> SLO Slow
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SLR - SMCA
SLR Static Loaded Radius - The distance between the wheel center and ground for a loaded tire/wheel assembly. SLT Slat SLTS Service Labor Time Standards Sludge Collection of gum, carbon, dirt or other foreign particles inside an engine. Slush Pump Automatic Transmission SLV 1. Sleeve 2. Sleeving SM Samarium SMAC Service Managers Advisory Committee - A selected group of Ford Dealer Service Managers from four Parts and Service regions who communicate dealers service concerns to the Company. SMC Sheet Molding Compound (Plastic) SMCA Setpoint Multivariable Control Architecture SMART Synchronous Material and Replenishment Trigger = computer system which helps manage the replenishment of material in the plant; pulls material to the line on an "as required" basis. Smart Card A small card attached to boxes of parts. The card regulates pull in the Toyota Production System by signaling upstream production and delivery. Also known as kanban. SMAS Sealer Master Appearance Sample SMART Sealing Materials & Adhesives Release Team SMART Synchronous Material Automatic Release Ticket (used in Ford Production System - FPS).
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SMCs - SMTP
SMCs Sheet Molding Compounds SMD Surface Mounted Device SME Society of Manufacturing Engineers SMED Single Minute Exchange of Die - A series of techniques used to reduce time spent on die changeover. The -single minute- represents an idealised target. SMEGMA SYSTEM MANAGEMENT ENGINEERING GEOMETRY MATRIX APPLICATIONS SMF Synchronous Material Flow SML Small SMLR Similar SMMT Society of Motor Manufacturers and Trades Ltd. SMO Smoke SMT Surface Mount Technology SMTP Simple Mail Transfer Protocol SMS Scheduled Maintenance System SMRT Supplier Manufacturing Readiness Team - Material Planning and Logistics SMP Skills Management Process - training plan for all FORD employees SMPL 1. Simple 2. Simply 3. Simplification SMPTE Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers SMP 1. Scaling and Modifiable Parameters 2. Sump Smog Unburned hydrocarbons combined with oxides of nitrogen and acted upon by sunlight.
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SMVC - SNP
SMVC Small/Medium Vehicle Centre SMW Sheet Metalwork SN 1. Tin 2. Tining SNA Systems Netwrok Architecture SNAFU Situation Normal, All Fouled Up. SNAPP Software Negotiating and Purchasing Professionals - Division of DSSI (Direct Sourcing Solutions, Inc.) SNAPP is a third party procurement service for almost all computer related products for Ford Motor Company and is the only approved blanket supplier for software and most computer hardware products. <a href="http://web.ogc.ford.com/erogc/tec h/snapp.htm"> SNAPP Best Practice Guide</a> SNARD Special Notification Anticipating Receipt of Direction SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol SNO Snow snoopie System for Non-production On-line Order Processing In Europe Snow ( s ) Snow Tires SNP Snap SNL 1. Systems Newsletter 2. Sandia National Lab SNK Sink Sneaky See Crafty SNGL Single SND Sound SNBR Snubber
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SNP/ON - Soldering
SNP/ON Snap On SNR Signal-to-Noise Ratio SNS 1. Sense 2. Sensor 3. Sensing SNTL Sentinel SO 1. Sales Operations 2. Solid SO Sign-Off Milestone certification by the Program Manager that the vehicle product development and manufacturing capability meet Job #1 customer requirements and quality, emissions, and other objectives. SOBL Sign-Off Build List System SOC State Of Charge SOD Shot of Draft SODD Special Order Design Department heavy truck SOFC Solid oxide fuel cell Soft Top Convertible Soft Trim Soft, or yielding portions of an interior; i.e., seats, door panels, carpets, headlining, arm rest, padding, etc. SOHC Single Overhead Cam Engine SOL Solenoid SOL+ Solenoid Plus Supply (Speed Control): Power supply to speed (cruise) control solenoids. Solder An alloy of lead and tin used to unite two metal parts. Soldering To unite two pieces of metal with a material having a comparatively low melting point.
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Solenoid - Solid Modeling
Solenoid Electrical device consisting of sliding iron bar within a coil. Energizing of coil causes the bar to perform a mechanical function. Solid Injection System used in full diesel and semidiesel, where fuel in fluid state is injected into cylinder rather than a mixture of air and fuel drawn from a carburetor. Solid Modeling The least abstract form of CAD, it is a mathematical technique for representing solid objects. Solid models are a more complete representation than both wireframe and surface models. Wireframe models may be both incomplete and ambiguous, since only edges and vertices are represented, not surfaces. Solid models are the only outcome of the design process containing sufficient information to meet all the requirements of the downstream analyses documentation and manufacturing processes. (1) Solid models can reflect the full range of physical properties of objects. As a result, a solid model can be used for a range of engineering analyses, such as mass properties, interference detection, and thermal dynamics; (2) Solid models provide superio visualization of the object being designed because they can be shaded and because they are a true representation of the object; (3) Solid models feed directly into the following operations: CAE, Manufacturing (NC Tool Paths), Rapid prototypes, Mold Design, Mold Flow Analysis, Drawings, etc.
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Solid State - SP
Solid State Electronic device or assembly with no moving parts. Solo ( Drag Racing ) Single run SOLU Solution SOLUB Soluble SOLV Solvent Solvent A solution which dissolves some other material. Example: water is a solvent for sugar. SOR Sign Off Report Sort One of the Five Key Steps in Visual Factory organization. Sorting is a visible way of identifying items that are not needed or are in the wrong place in the workplace. Red, or other color tags are used to mark sorted goods so they can be temporarily stored and then removed from the workplace. SOT Systems Orientation Training Soup Engine power Souping Increasing engine output by modification. Sourcing Confirmation Letter A letter sent to suppliers to invite them to join the PMT and confirm supplier's participation on their programs. South Pole Pole of a magnet to which lines of force flow. Opposite of North Pole. Southern Stocker See Carolina Stocker SP SPARK SP SPARK SP 1. Saline Plant 2. Simplification 3. Structural Prototype 4. Single Play
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SP - Spark Plug (British, also
SP Structural Prototype - A prototype vehicle built from prototype tooling at Job #1-level design and Job #1-level design intent. SP/PLG Spark Plug SPA Spade Space Frame Chassis built of multiple tubes. Spacer, Spacer Washer A sheet of metal or other material placed between two surfaces to reduce clearance or to provide a better thrust surface for a fastener. Spamming Sending copies of the same message to an extensive amount of Internet users or newsgroups. SPARE Spare Tire Mounting (Body) Subsystem Spare 1. Spare wheel and tire. 2. (British) Replacement part. Spark An electric current possessing sufficient pressure to jump through air from one conductor to another. Spark Advance To cause spark to occur at an earlier time in cycle of engine operation. Opposite of retard. Spark Gap Space between electrodes of a spark plug through which spark jumps. Also, a safety device in a magneto to provide an alternate path for current when it exceeds a safe value. Spark Knock See Preignition Spark Plug Sparking Plug into cylinder which transmits electrical spark (passed through its electrodes) to fuel mixture in combustion chamber. Spark Plug (British, also SPARKING PLUG into cylinder which transmits electrical spark (passed through its electrodes) to fuel mixture in combustion chamber.
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SPAS - Special Study Team
SPAS Service Publications Acceptance Sprcification SPC 1. Special Product Committee 2. Statistical Process Control - The process which uses statistical techniques such as control charts to analyze a process output, which serves as a basis for appropriate actions to achieve and maintain the process in a state of statistical control, and it improve the capability of the process. SPCI Standard Product Compliance Indicator SPCR Spacer SPD Speed SPD Suspended Particle Display - new technology currently under development to offer high information content, good brightness and contrast with wide viewing angle. SPDCTL Speed Control SPDT Single Pole Double Throw SPEC Specification SPEC Systems Planning Evaluation Committee Special Cause A source of variation that is intermittent, often unpredictable, unstable; sometimes called an assignable cause. On a control chart, it is signaled by a point beyond the control limits or a run or other nonrandom pattern of points within the control limits. Special Study Team Replaced by Program activity Team in CTC. Also see Team Names. SPDL Spindle SPDR Spider
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Special Tool Inspection Report - SPIT
Special Tool Inspection Report Production parts that have not met the same qualifications as ISIR parts. Used for sheetmetal parts where the 300 piece run requirement is not met for Phase "I" functional builds. Special Vehicle Engineering SVE Special Vehicle Programmes SVP Specific Gravity Relative weight of a substance compared to water. Example: if a cubic inch of acid weighs twice as much as a cubic inch of water, specific gravity of substance is 2.0. SPECS Supplier/Purchasing/Engineering Cost Suggestion Program Speed Control Accessory system designed to maintain rate of speed of vehicle desired by driver. SPEEDO Speedometer SPEEDOM Speedometer/Odometer Subsystem Speedometer A device for measuring and indicating speed of a vehicle in miles per hour. SPEZ Spezifikation Special Vehicle Engineering Parts SPF SuperPlastic Forming SPG Spring SPGT Spigot SPHRCL Spherical SPI 1. Spill 2. Spillage Spiral Bevel Gear A ring gear and pinion in which mating teeth are curved and placed at an angle with pinion shaft. SPIT same point in time
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SPK - SPNSH
SPK Spoke SPKR Speaker SPL 1. Sound Power Level 2. Smoke Puff Limiter 3. Special SPL Supplier Program Launch Splayed Spring A design in which leaf springs are placed at other than a 90 degree angle to axle. SPLI Spline Spline 1. (Styling) straight edged stick or board of varying widths and thicknesses from one to 12 feet in length. Used to assist in finding low or high spots on surface of a model. 2. Groove(s) or slot(s) cut into components so they may interlock; i.e., 'splined shaft.' SPM Semi-Permanent Mold SPMT Sub-System Program Module Team SPN 1. Spin 2. Spinner SPNSH Spanish Spline Joint Two mating parts each with a series of splines around their circumference, one inner and one outer to provide a longitudinally movable joint without circumferential motion. Split Hydraulic Brake System Service brake system with two separate hydraulic circuits to provide braking action in one circuit if other one fails. SPLS Splash SPLT 1. Split 2. Splitter SPLY Supply
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SPOC - SPRG
SPOC Single Point of Contact - The mission of SPOC is to Standardize, Commonize and Centralize Help Desks worldwide by defining and implementing best-inclass processes and tools. Spoiler Air reflector used on high speed cars to control lift tendencies. SPOL Spool Spongy Brake Pedal Air in hydraulic lines, distortion or stretching of connecting parts or swelling of hydraulic hose may allow pedal to be spongy or springy instead of solid. Sport ( s ) Car Term for which no dictionary or trade definition exists but, nevertheless, a car of taut, responsive and precise handling qualities and possessed of sprightly performance. A car which can serve as an extension of the driver's sensibilities. Sportsman ( NASCAR ) Term defining stock classification of cars, using light bodies and modified passenger car engine. Sporty Car Automobile designed to give the impression that it is a sport(s) car but in reality is not. Spot Weld To attach in spots by localized fusion of metal parts with aid of an electric current. SPOUT Spark Output SPPH Select Package, Proportions and Hardpoint SPPO Special Product Programs Office SPR Spare Spray-Up ( Styling ) Application of resin and roving with spray gun. SPRG Sprag
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Spring - SPUFI
Spring An elastic body or device which recovers its original shape when released. Used on automobiles to provide recoil and to diminish jar or shock. Spring Rate The rate in oscillations per minute (or equivalent thereof) at which a spring moves. Spring Wind-Up Phenomenon which causes leaf spring to buckle and begin to wind around the axle shaft under acceleration. SPRKT Sprocket SPRNT Sprint SPRS 1. Suppression 2. Suppressor 3. Suppressing SPRT Sport SPT Spot SPT WLD Spot Weld SPU Sput Spud ( Styling ) Tool about 2 to 2 1/2 feet long with flat steel chisel edge, used for heavy digging or clay removal. SPUFI SQL Processor Using File Input Sprung Weight A term used to describe all parts of an automobile that are supported by car springs. Example: frame, engine, body, etc. SPS 1. Standby Power Supply 2. Standby Power System SPSS Subsystem Program Specific Specification SPST Single Pole, Single Throw: A two position, on-off switch allowing control of only one conductor.
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Spur Gear - SQU
Spur Gear A gear in which teeth are cut parallel to shaft. Spurt-Hole A hole drilled through a connecting rod and bearing that allows oil under pressure to be squirted out of bearing for additional lubrication of cylinder walls. SPUT Spout SPY 1. Spray 2. Sprayed 3. Spraying SQ Square SQA 1. Supplier Quality Assistance - A group that provides statistical and technical help to suppliers to evaluate process capability levels on selected characteristics. 2. Supplier Quality Audit 3. Supplier Quality Assurance SQTF Supplier Quality Task Force - support group which helps suppliers to improve their quality standards. SQU Squeak SQP Supplier Quality Planning (Vehicle Operations) SQI Supplier Quality Improvment (NAAO Purchasing) SQL Structured Query Language SQAIRS II Supplier Quality Assistance Information Retrieval System - A computerized information system which carries the complete quality history on every outside supplier that ships parts to T&C plants. SQC Statistical Quality Control SQE Supplier Quality Engineering
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Squeak - SRT
Squeak High-pitched sound, like rubbing a clean window. Squeal Continuous, high-pitched sound, like running finger nails across a chalkboard. SR 1. Shoulder Room 2. Speed Ratio 3. Squeek & Rattle 4. Strontium SRAM Static Random Access Memory SRC 1. Service Research Center 2. Special Review Committee SRCE Source SRCH Search SRCH/LT Searchlight SRCM Semi-Active Control Module SRT System Readiness Test SRS 1. Scientific Research Staff 2. Supplemental Restraint System SROD Single Rail Overdrive SRP 1. Sheldon Road Plant 2. Strip 3. Stripped 4. Stripping SRL Scientific Research Laboratories SRG Surge SRI Service Reminder Indicator SRIE 1. Series 2. Serial SREA Supplier Request For Engineering Approval - The form (Ford # 1638) used by an outside supplier to gain Ford Engineering approval for changes in production of Ford parts.
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SRU - ST3
SRU System Resource Unit - Standard parts.Items such as bolts, nuts, washers and fasteners etc. which have or may have multiple application, and for which Standards have been established and numbers preassigned. Separate drawings are not used to identify Standard Parts but coded dimensional drawings and full specifications are shown in the European Metric Standard Parts Manual. SRVLNC Surveillance SRVO Servo SS 1. Spark Spectroscopy 2. Stainless Steel 3. Subsystem 4. Start-to-Start SSE Steering Systems Engineering SSI 1. Salaried Supervisors Institute 2. Sales Satisfaction Index ST3 Split Torque Three Speed Automatic Transmission ST Subsystem Team (replaces PMT) St. T St. Thomas Assembly Plant SSIP Savings and Stock Investment Program SSIR Special Sample Inspection Report SSM Special Service Message SSM Select Shift Manual (similar to ASM Auto Shift Manual) SSR Solid State Relay ST 1. Scan Tool 2. Sterling Plant 3. Seat
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STA - Standard Parts
STA 1. Station 2. stationary STA Supplier Technical Assistance STAB Stabilizer Stabilize One of the Five Key Steps in Visual Factory organization. Stabilize refers to creating a place for everything and putting everything in its place. Using location maps and visually marking items in the workplace are important components in stabilization. Stabilizer Also, Stabilizer Bar. Locating member in suspension assembly. (See Anti-roll bar, roll bar, sway bar, track rod, etc.) Stack ( s ) 1. Exhaust pipes 2. Throats or long choke tubes sometimes fitted to carburetors. STAG System Training Advisory Group Staging Areas Areas used for processing inbound and outbound racks and dunnages. Colored green on a layout marked up by MH&PE. Standard A standard is a precise criterion stating minimum acceptable characteristics; generally capable of quantitative measurement. Characteristics include: Approved at or below the vice presidential level; Applicability can be limited to a single functional or geographic area; Not confidential (available to all employees); Issued by affected line or staff activities; Detailed; a specific written instruction against which performance is measured; Deviation by specific authorization only. Standard Parts Parts not designed by Ford. They can be bought off the shelf from vendors (nuts, bolts, screws, pins, etc.).
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Standard Parts Crib - Starting Gear
Standard Parts Crib An area used to store standard parts used throughout the plant (i.e. screws, rivets, washers, nuts, bolts, clips, etc.). Standard parts are commonly identified as parts whose base part number begins with an N, S, 5 or 6. Standard Thread Refers to U.S.S. table of number of threads per inch. Example: a quarter inch diameter standard thread has 20 threads per inch. Standard Work A precise description of each work activity. Standardize One of the Five Key Steps in Visual Factory organization. Standardize means devising methods to make sure the first three keys (Sort, Stabilize, and Shine) are monitored and maintained consistently. STAP Salaried Tuition Assistance Program http://www.upg.ford.com/UPG/Static/st apinfo.htm STAP St. Thomas Assembly Plant STAR Self-Test Automated Readout STARS Supplier Tracking And Reporting System - a computer system that tracks key supplier contact and performance data. STARS Standardized Training and Resource System Start Beginning of a race. Start-Finish The line that serves (in nearly all cases) as the place on the circuit where a race starts and finishes. (Notable exception is the Sebring 12 Hours where these lines are in two different places.) Starter Marshal who controls the master flag at the start-finish line. The chief starter. Starting Gear The gear on manual transmission that is engaged when starting the vehicle forward from a stop in normal driving conditions.
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STAT - STC
STAT Static Sealing STAT Static Statement of Work ( SOW ) A document prepared by PMT Engineering that identifies the commodity assumptions, design responsibility (core-Ford, leveragedsupplier), specifications, technical specifications, program objectives / assumptions, and timing of milestones. The Statement of Work is included with the ESTA Package. Static Audit Torque A torque value provided to meet Quality Control requirements only. It is a torque applied within the first hour after assembly in the tightening direction which MUST NOT CAUSE ROTATION of the fastener. Static Electricity Atmospheric electricity as distinguished from electricity produced by a mechanical device. Static Steering Operating the steering wheel while the car is at a stop. Stator A wheel having curved blades interposed between torque converter pump and turbine elements. Also a metal frame of alternator with three stationary windings that give overlapping pulses of alternating current. STATR Stator STB Strategic Technology Board STB Stub STB ( Start Training Build ) Start Training Build (STB) denotes the start of the build of first vehicles for training and product familiarisation, these vehicles are saleable. NOTE - The Training Build segment of new model launch programmes has now been redesignated to EAO "4P" Programme, see Start Production Process Proveout Programme/S4P. STC Series Throttle Control
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STC - Stellite
STC Service Training Center STCK Stack STD Standard STDY Steady STE 1. Step 2. Short Term Eliminate - program to cut the supplier base. STEEL ( SD ) Steel Division Steel Casting Cast iron to which varying amounts of scrap steel have been added. STEER STEERING SYSTEM Steering Axis Inclination Angle formed by center line of suspension ball joints and true vertical center line. Steering Box Gear box in steering control system which houses steering mechanism. Steering Gear Gears in steering unit. Also, assembly of parts and units required to control angularity of wheels to body of a vehicle. Steering Geometry See Toe-Out on Turns Steering Knuckle Part about which front wheel pivots when turning. Steering Post or Column Shaft connecting steering gear unit with steering wheel. Steering Spindle A journal or shaft upon which steerable wheels of a vehicle are mounted. Stellite An alloy of cobalt, chrome and tungsten often used for exhaust valve seat inserts. It has a high melting point, good corrosion resistance and unusual hardness when hot.
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STEP - Stock Disposition Service
STEP Standard for The Exchange of Product model data STF Staff STFNR Stiffener STGT Straight STI Self Test Input STI Service Training Instructor Stick ( Stick Shift ) 1. Lever for operating manual transmission. Sometimes used to classify type of transmission. 2. Manual transmission. STION Stanchion STIR Special Tool Inspection Report STK Stake STL Steel STNLS Stainless STNLS STL Stainless Steel STO 1. Self Test Output 2. Stone Stock Unmodified (more or less) car conforming to certain 'strict' specifications as opposed to modified cars. Stock Disposition Service A code to indicate what will happen to the stock of service parts that this function renders obsolete or replaces. STNG Steering STNCL Stencil STN Stand STM Stem STMP 1. Stamp 2. Stamping
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Stocker - Strategic Intent ( SI ) <SI>
Stocker Stock production automobile. Stove ( Trade Slang ) Heat Stovebolt Chevrolet STP 1. Shielded Twisted Pair (cable) 2. Stop STP Sharonville Transmission Plant, Cincinnati OH 45241 STPL Staple STR 1. Sterling Heights, Michigan 2. Starter 3. Starting Straight Go straight ahead. Straight Pipe Straight through (unmuffled) exhaust pipe. Strap A lead section to which battery plates of a group are joined. Strategic Intent ( SI ) <SI> 1) A concise vision statement describing important attributes of future products used as a guideline for product development and as a rallying cry for the program, e.g., the strategic intent of the Sn95 (Mustang) is "cheap, powerful and good looking". 2) Milestone that occurs 41 months before Job #1. The program direction is established. * Strategies for product, market, manufacturing, supply, design and reusability confirmed; * Major customer wants, regulatory requirements and corporate wants compliance plans confirmed; * Compatible vehicle level target ranges and product assumptions established with Affordable Business Structure (ABS); * New technologies identified, P/T and vehicle architecture are implementation ready; * Program logistics confirmed -- timing, workplan, resources and facilities; * <SI> supported by VC Mgmt Pre-<SI>2 milestones>.
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Strategy - Stressed Skin
Strategy A strategy is a general plan for directing resources toward accomplishment of defined business goals. General characteristics include: Requires Executive Committee approval; Exists at the Company and profit center level, multi-functional in scope; Susceptible to frequent change; Variation among countries and individual cases permitted; Highly confidential (should be protected from disclosure to outside interests; Communicated on a "need-toknow" basis within the Company or business unit; Not detailed - addresses objectives and provides the directional framework for a set of ddecisions and programs to accomplish them; Discretion permitted within the directional limits imposed. Strawman The first description of an idea or concept. a strawman will usually require considerable revision and input before consensus is reached. STRDL Straddle streaming audio / streaming video Playing sound in real time as it is downloaded over the Internet rather than by storing it in a local file first. A plug-in to a web browser decompresses and plays the data as it is transferred to the local computer over the Ford Intranet/World Wide Web. Streaming audio or video avoids the delay associated with downloading an entire file and then playing it later. Streaming requires a fast connection and a computer powerful enough to execute the decompression algorithm in real time. STREN Strength Stress Force or strain to which a material is subjected. Stressed Skin Form of body construction used to achieve unitized chassis-body unit, wherein a metal skin is actually utilized to impart structural strength rather than just a covering.
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Stretchiness - STRT
Stretchiness Occurs when an increase in throttle opening does not produce an engine response that should have been reasonably expected. STRG Storage STRH Stretch STRKR Striker STRM Storm STRN 1. Strainer 2. Straining STRO Stereo Strobe ( Strobe Light ) Electrical device used as a timing synchronization aid. Stroboscope A term applied to an ignition timing light which, by being connected to distributor points, givus effect of making a mark on a rapidly rotating pulley or harmonic balancer which appears to stand still for observation. Stroke 1. Distance piston travels in cylinder bore. 2. Driving to plan, slower than maximum speed. 3. Distance traveled by a piston from BDC to TDC. Stroke-It See Stroke #2. Stroker 1. Engine with increased stroke displacement. 2. See Stroke #2. Stroking Remachining crankshaft throws 'off center' to alter stroke. STRP Strap STRS Stress STRT Strut
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STRUC - Studs
STRUC Structure Structural Prototype A prototype vehicle built from prototype tooling at Job #1-level design and Job #1-level design intent. The structural prototype is used to validate the analytical model for durability, cooling performance, heat management, fuel system performance, FMVSS/CMVSS, body structure NVH, and powertrain NVH. The structural prototype exterior, instrument panel surface, and interior trim surface are built with Job #1-level design intent parts. STTG Systems Trainee Tutor Group - The group of Ford sponsored, year out and vacation students that make up the UK based systems trainees. <a href="http://www.warley.ford.com/stuk web"> For more info see http://www.warley.ford.com/stukweb.</ a> STU Stud STU WLD Stud Weld Stub Axle Short axles, pivoted on kingpin, which carry front wheels. Stub Pillar Rear-door hinge concealed behind and below belt-line on four-door hardtops | pillar that extends from rocker panel to belt-line. Studs A rod with threads cut on both ends. It screws into cylinder block on one end and has a nut placed on other end.
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Study Release Drawings - Subject Matter Expert ( SME )
Study Release Drawings A drawing, sketch, or electronic representation showing the part, critical dimensions, location, finish, and tolerance range of machined, molded, or stamped surfaces or holes, an indication of the most probable material and any special treatment (hardening, plating, welding, etc.) require. A description of intended model line usage sufficient to estimate planning volumes for facilities and tooling studies accompanies the Study Release. Authorized Use perform manufacturing and assembly feasibility studies, and determine facilities and tooling requirements, cost, and timing estimates. Stuffer See Supercharger Stumble A momentary abrupt deceleration during an acceleration. This is observed as a sudden loss, of varying magnitude, in engine rpm and can occur either before acceleration begins, or in the rate of acceleration, once it has begun. STV Suction Throttling Valve (Air Conditioner System Control Valve) STVZO Strassenverkehrs-Zulassungsordnung German construction & user regulation subsequent Minister's approval certificate STWG Stowage STY Stay SUB 1. Substitute 2. Substituting 3. Substitution Sub-Group Shed Sealed Housing for Evaporative Determination Subject Matter Expert ( SME ) A person with knowledge in a specific subject area, who is consulted as an expert in that subject.
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Submac - SUP
Submac Is the certificate issued for each vehicle of a specification identical in all relevant aspects with that of a vehicle holding a Primary Minister's Approval Certificate (PMAC). It may be granted without inspection. Subsidiary A legal entity (the subsidiary) owned in whole or in part by another legal entity (the parent). Subsystem A set of interdependent elements or parts organized to achieve a defined objective by performing a specific function(s). Major Systems and subsystems are defined by the Corporate Product Systems Classification (CPSC). SUCT Suction Suction Suction exists in a vessel when pressure is lower than atmospheric pressure. See VACUUM. Sugar Scoop Depressed surface leading to an air scoop. Sukly ( Archaic ) Also called 'disobliger'. Sulphated When a battery is improperly charged, or allowed to remain in a discharged condition for some length of time, plates will be coated with an abnormal amount of lead sulphate. SUM Summary Summary Experience inside and outside of Ford Sump ( British ) See Oil Pan Sun Gear Central gear around which other gears revolve in a planetary gear system. SUP 1. Supplement 2. Supplemented 3. Supplementing 4. Supplemental
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Supercharger - surge
Supercharger A blower or pump which forces air into cylinders at higher than atmospheric pressure, enabling more gasoline to be burned and more power to be produced. Supplier Certification Documentation (Flammability) is the Certification Documentation (Form EUD2805) which states and provides proof that the requirements of FMVSS 302 have been complied with by the in-house or outside supplier of the named Unique and/or Common Flammability Items. Supply ( ORG ) Ford of Britain and/or Ford of Germany.and/or Procurement Ford of Spain and/or Supply Ford of Europe and/or Supply - Truck Operations, Ford of Britain SUPR Superior SUPT Support SURF Surface surface finish sheet metal Surface Layout Request ( SLR ) "Surface Layout Request" is issued during the Design Development Program when the styled surface of a component or system of components is acceptable to the PEO's, BMD's, Product Planning, and NAD, and is ready to be designed by the PEO. As a generic term SLR is used in the design process to denote the completion of all surface development by the Interior and Exterior Studios. Surface Plate ( Styling ) 1. Flat cast iron plate with five-inch grid lines inscribed; used as a base to take all dimensions. 2. Extra panel adjoining main panel, as in sheet metal under grille and between front fenders. (See Modesty Panel.) surge An oscillation of fore-aft acceleration during road load (approximately constant rpm) or during a gradual acceleration such as a crowd.
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Surging - Suspension Orders ( GIS1, GIS2, GIS3 )
Surging Consists of periods of varying duration, frequency, and intensity in which a decrease in constant velocity, or a decrease in constant rate of acceleration, of the engine is evident. Surpanel Extra panel adjoining main panel, as in sheet metal under grille and between front fenders (See Modesty Panel). Surrogate Vehicle A surrogate is a vehicle model (analytical or physical) that can be used as a baseline starting point for rapid development of a representation of the system characteristics required for design development. SUSP 1. Suspense 2. Suspended 3. Suspension SUSPEN SUSPENSION SYSTEM Suspension Orders ( GIS1, GIS2, GIS3 ) The Company is required to preserve records that relate to pending and ongoing legal proceedings and tax investigations. Failure to satisfy this legal obligation could result in the imposition of serious sanctions against the Company. When destruction of records in accordance with RECORD SERIES schedule needs to be suspended, the OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL (OGC) and/or the OFFICE OF TAX COUNSEL (OTC) will issue a Suspension Order. Suspension Orders are posted to the Ford Intranet, and through PROFS under the CTIS category, for review prior to the ANNUAL FILE REVIEW period. Before you conduct your Annual File Review, you must review the Suspension Orders and retain any applicable information. Immediately prior to the Annual File Review, Suspension Orders are published. They are effective for one year but may be renewed for additional years. You must review the orders annually before conducting your file review. Each Suspension Order will include a contact name to whom you may forward questions All records, both OFFICIAL and TRANSIENT, covered by these Suspension Orders must be preserved. Official Records only need to be preserved for Tax Requirements. Following expiration of a Suspension Order, the records covered must be managed in accordance with the applicable provisions of this Standard. Suspension Orders can be found on the Ford Web at: <a href="http://www.ctis.ford.com/sor/">w ww.ctis.ford.com/sor/</a>
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Sustain - SVO ( Special Vehicle Order Parts )
Sustain One of the Five Key Steps in Visual Factory organization. Sustain means that Visual Factory organization has been assimilated into plant practices. SUV Sport Utility Vehicle SV Side View SVC (Small and Medium Car Vehicle Center) Small and Medium Car Vehicle Center, sometimes referred to as VC1. SVE Special Vehicle Engineering Parts Parts designed, developed, identified, released and homologated to meet the usage requirements of Special Vehicle Programmes. SVO Special Vehicle Operations. SVO ( Special Vehicle Order Parts ) Special Vehicle Order Parts are specially designed, homologated and manufactured parts, or reworked normal Production Parts, which are company installed to meet specific customer requirements which cannot be met by existing Accessory or Regular Production Option parts. SVE or SVO ( ORG ) Special Vehicle Engineering - Vehicle Programs Engineering, Product Development Ford of Britain and/or Special Vehicle Order Engineering Vehicle Engineering, Product Development Ford of Germany and/or Special Vehicle Engineering - Vehicle Programs Engineering, Truck Operations Ford of Britain SVGA Super Video Graphics Array (an improvement in resolution over VGA, used for computer monitors)
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SVP - SWG
SVP Special Vehicle Programmes (SVP's) are based on existing carlines and are developed to suit Marketing requirements (refresh a model line, model run out or address competitor actions etc.). Programmes which are generally short leadtime will be Engineered and released by SVP engineering. Part numbers up to '99MY have a "V" prefix and after '99MY will have a "Y" prefix. SVT Special Vehicle Team SW 1. Software 2. Station Wagon 3. Switch SWAG 1. Swage 2. Swaged 3.Swaging Swallow-A-Valve When a valve breaks off at the stem and drops down into the cylinder. SWB Short Wheel Base SWBAT Student Will Be Able To SWDV Software Design Verification SWE Society of Women Engineers Sweat To join metal pieces by clamping them together with solder in between, then applying heat. Swedish Safety Regulations Are the Safety Regulations established by the Swedish Authorities for the design, manufacture and performance of motor vehicles. Sweep ( Styling ) Plastic, metal or wood guide used in drawing irregular or flowing contours. Swept Volume The full volume of the cylinder bore including the volume of the cylinderhead combustion chamber. SWG 1. Swing 2. Swinger 3. Swinging
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SWI - Synchronize
SWI Ford of Switzerland Swing Axle Independent rear suspension where the driving shafts swing from the gear casing or differential housing; i.e., Merkur swing axles. SWIS FORD SUPPLIER WARRANTY INFORMATION SERVICE Department within Ford with responsibility for distribution of warranty information to suppliers. SWOT Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats SWP SWEEP SWRS Supplier Warranty Recovery System SWVL Swivel SY Safety SYLK SYmbolic LinK (file format) SYMB Symbol Symptom A quantifiable event or effect, experienced by customers, that indicate the existence of one or more problems. SYN 1. Synchronize 2. Synchronizing 3. Synchronizer SYN SYNCHRONIZE/ING/OR Synch ( Synchromesh ) Device for synchronizing gears to eliminate clash or grinding when gear ratio changes are made. Synchronize To cause two events to occur in unison or at same time. SYM Symmetrical
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Synchronous Material Flow - System
Synchronous Material Flow Process or system that produces a continuous flow of material and products driven by a fixed, sequenced, and leveled vehicle schedule, utilizing flexibility and lean manufacturing concepts. [SMF Logistics Workshop, Ford Production System, 7/98.] Synchronous Production An approach used in just-in-time manufacturing that synchronizes the rate of production from end item delivery all the way back through supplier production to customer demand. In other words, products are built at the same rate at which they are sold. [Duncan, William L., Total Quality Key Terms and Concepts, 1995.] Synergy The principle of the whole being greater than the sum of its parts. SYNM Synchromesh SYNTH 1. Synthetic 2. Synthesizer Synthetic ( s ) Substitute material, most commonly applied to substitutes for rubber; i.e., hoses, tires. SYPH Syphon SYS System System A group of parts that, together, perform one or more functions of a vehicle.
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System Design Specifications ( SDS ) - System Targets
System Design Specifications ( SDS ) The SDS 1) describes the system in terms of interfacing subsystems and systems, 2) Consolidates system-level requirements from a variety of documented sources; provides selected and summarized text and metrics from these sources, 3) Documents requirements developed by the team not captured elsewhere, 4) Provides a means to sort the same set of requirements by type, by sub-system, by interfacing sub-system, and by source, 5) Supports systems engineering and thinking, 6) Accommodates continuous improvement of requirements, standards, and metrics as they are developed and refined. System FMEA An FMEA used to analyze Systems or subsystems in the early design concept stages. System ID System Name System III Releasing system formerly used EAO. Replaced by WERS. System Targets System level targets are metrics that define interface requirements, between the various systems of the vehicle hierarchy, necessary to achieve the vehicle target specified at < SI >. Many of these interface targets will map directly to level one subsystems and in some cases directly to individual enditems / components. The Vehicle Hierarchy, which defines the five vehicle systems (Body, Chassis, Powertrain, Climate Control, and Electrical) has been developed by POT # 8. As an example: to achieve the targeted "sound pressure level at the driver's right ear" (Vehicle Level NVH Metric), the Body team needs to understand the inputs they expect to see from the systems that impact that attribute. Therefore, Powertrain will have to supply force input and radiated sound characteristics they will commit to deliver to Body. Likewise, Chassis would supply the suspension force input at the body mount points indicative of their commitment. (Note: In this example, suspension force input is a system target, even though suspension is classified as a Level One Sub- system in the Vehicle Partition or Hierarchy. That is because suspension input force is one of the metrics that characterizes the interface between chassis and body.) It is critical that these major system interfaces be defined and accepted by the five vehicle systems, at the same point in time in the program Other examples of system targets (and vehicle attribute driving them): 1) aerodynamic load--body system (fuel economy, performance), 2) FEAD load of a power-steering pump--chassis system (fuel economy, performance), 3) parasiti loss--chassis system (fuel economy), 4) FEAD load of an alternator--electrical system (fuel economy, performance), 5) A/C
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compressor--climate control system (fuel economy, performance).
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System Type Approval - Systems Approach
System Type Approval Is an approval of a vehicle system such as those relating to brakes, noise, exhaust emission, etc. System Type Approvals can be of international (e.g. UN/ECE - Economic Commission for Europe or EEC - European Economic Community) or national nature but will be granted only with respect to the specific vehicle type for which the system in question was tested. ECE/EEC Approvals are valid for all territories which have accepted the requirements determined in these Regulations but National Approvals are usually valid only for the particular territory. ECE/EEC Approvals can avoid duplication of effort in obtaining individual approvals for each territory. Systemic A systems approach to work. Systemic Prevent Recommendations Prevent actions that address systemic issues that are beyond the scope of the current 8D Team and its Champion ( D7 Action ). Systemic Thinking (Sees beyond the details.) Recognizes the importance of interdependencies and acts on multiple aspects of the process to get results. Identifies and pursues opportunities to improve the process. Leads and manages systemic change efforts. (Ford Leadership Behavior) Systems The process of designing and intagrating computerized applications for design and information processing within the product development process. Systems Approach The approach to work on a task which uses the success of the final product as a guide to all action. The first principle of a systems approach assumes that, for the primary function to be efficient, the secondary functions must be less than efficient. E.g., the Honda Accord was agreed to be the best in class in overall vehicle dynamics, yet none of the Accord's finger-printed vehicle dynamics values were best in class.
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Systems Workhorse - Systems Workhorse
Systems Workhorse A prototype vehicle which is used for system development and evaluation of alternatives. systems Workhorse vehicles are used to support architectural decisions, preliminary cooling assessments, preliminary emissions work, and preliminary crash assessment.
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T Drive - T5OD (3)
T Drive An engine layout (I6 or V8) with power takeoff in between cylinders T&A Trim And Assembly (Ops) T&D Timing & Development T&D 1. Tool and Die Plant 2. Test & Development (schedule) T&RA Tire and Rim Association T-Head Engine An engine design in which inlet valves are placed on one side of the cylinder and exhaust valves placed on other. T.O.E. Transfer Of Liability T/A Take Apart T/AX Tandem Axle T/B/B To Be Boxed T5OD Transmission - Manual (5) Speed O/Drive - RWD Turbo T5OD (3) Transmission - 3 Speed T/UP Touch Up T/TYP Tube Type T/OUT Throw Out T/R Thread Rolling T/S Turn Signal T/STR Transistor T/O Take Off T/M Transmatic T/G turbogenerator T/LESS Tubeless
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TA - Tacit Knowledge
TA Target Agreements TA 1. Technical Affairs 2. Tantalum TAAGS Technical Affairs & Automotive Group Staff TAB 1. Thermactor Air Bypass 2. Trim Assembly Breakdown System Tab Delimited This text format employs tab characters as separators between fields. TAC 1. Thermostatically Controlled Air Cleaner 2. Technical Advisory Committee 3. Technical Affairs Committee TAC ( Type Approval Certificate ) The British type approval certificate for motor vehicles manufactured in Great Britain or another EEC territory. The Vehicle Type Approval Certificate is granted to the manu facturer upon an evaluation at his own expense that a given model complies with all applicable Type Approval/Regulatory requirements. The Vehicle Type Approval Certificate is issued by the Department of Transport (DTp) and authorises the manufacturer to establish and issue a Certificate of Conformity for each vehicle. TACH Engine Speed Tachometer Subsystem Tach ( Tachometer ) Instrument which measures engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM's). Tacit Knowledge Knowledge that is not easily visible or easily communicated and is highly personal and hard to formalize, i.e., intuition, insights and hunches.
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TAD - TAP
TAD 1. Thermactor Air Divertor 2. Tooling Aid Design 3. Top Alcohol Dragster TAD Telephone Answering Device (typically an answering machine) tad transmissions and driveline TAFC Top Alcohol Funny Car TAG Technology Awareness Group (Dunton) Tags Refers to formatting codes used in HTML documents that indicate how parts of a document will appear when displayed by browsing software. Taguchi Methods A specific quality engineering philosophy and application of specific DOE methodology to improve product designs and processes. TAL Technology Availability List - A list of proven technologies available for use in future programs. Tank ( Trade Slang ) See Bum and Dog TAP 1. Tooling Aid Process 2. To cut threads in a hole with a tapered, fluted, threaded tool. 3. Light hammering sound like tapping pencil on edge of table. May be rhythmic or intermittent. Taguchi, Dr. Genichi Dr. Taguchi from Japan is best know for "Taguchi Method" which is a streamlined method of design of experiment. The Taguchi method is a system which an engineer can learn and use effectively with minimal statistical expertise. TAI The Associates, Inc.
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Tape Drawing ( Styling ) - target
Tape Drawing ( Styling ) Outline of a car made with black, pressure-sensitive tape | easily seen, removed, and changed. Most often depicts side elevation. Tappet Device transmitting cam movement to valve. TAR 1. Throttle Angle Rate 2. Tape Archive (file) TARA Tracking and Reporting of Resourcing Actions - Production Purchasing application used to manage, track and report on initiatives to resourcing parts from one supplier to another with a total cost savings. TARDEC Defense/Tank - Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center target A set of reasonable, consistent requirements that provide the best combination of product attributes that satisfy the customer, government regulations, and the corporation. A target may be given in terms of a numerical value or limiting statements to specify functional or physical characteristics of vehicle, system, subsystem, etc. Targets become objectives when the program team makes an absolute commitment to achieve them. Targets may be subcategorized into givens, musts, and wants. Note: in the systems engineering terminology, the term "preliminary requirements" describes target as defined here; and the term final (or frozen) requirements describe objectives.
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Target Cascading - Target Time
Target Cascading The process in which a target for any one attribute of an element (ex. full vehicle) is distributed, with respect to that particular attribute, to the partitioned sub-elements (ex. systems). A successful target cascading must ensure that targets for the sub-elements (ex. systems) with respect to the particular attribute, when integrated, must equal the target of the original element (ex. vehicle). Target Commitment Targets are committed, at each level of cascade, by a program team when it has confirmed their compatibility (amongst all the targets and vs. program hardware assumptions), after engineering analyses (CAE, experimentation, etc.) and gap-reduction and/or trade-off exercises. After targets are committed, changing any one of them will require the formal change control process with Chief Program Engineer's approval. As a rule, relaxation of one committed target must be offset by tightening other committed targets such that the vehicle level targets are not affected. Target Cost The development, production, and profit costs that the customer is willing to pay for a quality product. Target Hardpoints Developed from the initial vehicle package and program assumptions. Output during this time consists of vehicle size and objectives which are approved by the Product Planning Subcommittee (PPS) as the primary program to be supported by all activities. Target Time The available production time divided by the rate of customer demand. For example, if customers demand 240 widgets per day and the factory operates 480 minutes per day, target time is 2 minutes. If customers want two new products designed per month, target time is two weeks. Target time matches production to customer demand and is the heart of any lean system.
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Targets - TASS
Targets A qualified set of goals (not just financial). Targets permit management to assess whether initial development is directionally correct and encompass all potentially attractive alternatives. Targets are approximate goals to work toward, not contracts to be met. A typical vehicle program sets target for the for the following: quality, pricing, features, safety, profitability, weight, fuel economy, volume, damageability, investment, performance, complexity, serviceability, functional images and vehicle dynamics, variable cost, timing, emissions, and package hardpoints. Although many targets are tracked at the program level, cost, weight, and quality targets are tracked at the module level. In addition, variable cost, investment, weight, and timing targets are tracked at the part level. TARIC The American Road Insurance Company TARR Time Adjusted Rate of Return TAS Technical Affairs Subcommittee TASE THERMAL AIRO SYSTEM ENGINEERING Task Business phases of a meeting. Giving and discussing information, making decisions and anything else on the agenda. 85% of a good meeting. Task Management The entity in the operating system to control the running of one or more programs within the computer at the same time. TASS Tooling Aid Scheduling System
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Tax Implications ( GIS1 ) - TCA
Tax Implications ( GIS1 ) Records are a valuable tool to the Company to substantiate its global income tax filings. By retaining the records that document its filing, the Company is able to support claims for tax credits and deductions to which it is entitled. You can learn more about the types of records that have tax value by visiting the Office Tax Counsel (OTC) home page on the Ford Intranet and selecting Record Retention. <a href="http://www.finance.ford.com/ff_t ax/">www.finance.ford.com/ff_tax/</a > TB 1. Terbium 2. Throttle Body TBA 1. To Be Agreed 2. To Be Allocated 3. To Be Appointed 4. To Be Announced 5. To Be Assigned TBD 1. To Be Designated 2. To Be Determined TBE To Be Established TCA Test Calibration Assembly TC Trading Company TC THEME CONFIRMATION TC 1. Temperature Coefficient 2. Time Constant 3. Turbo Charged 4. Top Center 5. Traction Control 6. Transport Canada 7. Technetium TBF Time Between Failures - A reliability measurement used for repairable products. TBI Throttle Body Electronic Fuel Injection TBL Table TBLT 1. Turbolate 2. Turbolater TBRY Teaberry
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TCAP - TCP
TCAP Twin Cities Assembly Plant TCC Torque Converter Clutch TCC Relay Torque Converter Clutch Relay TCC Solenoid Valve Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve TCCM Total Chain Cost Model - A representation of total value chain costs in the format of a pie chart, where each wedge of the pie represents an area of contributed costs. TCD Transmission & Chassis Division TCHART Tolerance Chart - Used to determine tolerance stack-ups through a systematic approach, generation and analysis of in-process dimensions. It is a graphical or tabular method of describing the manufacturing sequence for a given part and showing its component dimensions at all intervals of manufacture. TCM Transmission Control Module TCO 1. Tool Correction Order 2. Thermal Cutout 3. Transmission and Chassis Operations TCP 1. Temperature Compensated Pump 2. Technology Cycle Plan TCK 1. Track 2. Tracking TCLP Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure TCM Total Cost Management - The Total Cost Management program is one of the principle tools of Ford 2000 and has been designed to help Ford and Suppliers establish an "affordable business structure" over the next four years (by the year 2000). TCI Turbocharged Intercooled TCHNL Technical
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TCP - TDL
TCP Total Cost Proposal TCP/IP The communcations protocol of the Internet, TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) was developed under contract from the U.S. Department of Defense to allow computers of any platform to communicate. TCP/IP is what makes the Internet possible. TCR Total Customer Responsiveness TCS 1. Transmission Control Spark 2. Telecommunication Services 3. Traction Control System 4. Transmission Control Switch TCU Throttle Control Unit TD 1. Tolerance Design 2. Trade TDD Telecommunications Device for the Deaf TDL Training and Development Leader: A specialist placed in a plant to support plant management in identifying personnel training and development needs as well as identifying solutions to those needs. TD Theme Decision Milestone - Design Committee approval of a single interior and exterior theme. It is also when target ranges are narrowed to a single target. TDB ( Technical Data Book ) The Technical Data Book (TDB) contains all actual technical data on our current EAO products which are required for homologation documentation, publication, advertising and dealer information. TDC Top Dead Center (Engine Timing)
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TDM - Team Member
TDM 1. Time Division Multiplexing 2. Tandem TDM Team Database Manager - Part of Ford's C3P PIM software tools which coordinate local workgroup data management. It is a part of SDRC's IDEAS Master Series product. TDMK Trademark TDO 1. Trade Development Operations 2. Time Delay Open TDR 1. Time Domain Reflectometer (instrument used to troubleshoot and analyze communications cables) 2. Truck Design Review 3. Time Delay Relay TE Tellurium TE ( Drag Racing ) Top Eliminator. (Fastest car of the meet.) TEA Torsional effective angle Team Leader The G8D Team business manager and spokesperson. Sets Team objectives and tasks, summarizes Team's opinions, directs the use of a methodology, focuses on meeting purpose and agenda and coordinates efforts with the Champion. Team Maintenance Paying attention to relationships between Team Members and how people feel. First part of warm up and last part of warm down. Includes telling jokes, opening a window and taking a coffee break. 10% of a good meeting. Team Member A person on the G8D Team that provides technical input, carries out assignments, offers opinions,gives descriptive feedback and appreciation. Their selection to the team is determined by the type of problem and step of the G8D process.
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Teamwork - Technology Contract (TC)
Teamwork (Collaborates to achieve desired results.) Commits to team-oriented behavior and accepts responsibility for such behavior. Values working with team members who have different perspectives and backgrounds. Breaks down barriers and chimneys to assure team effectiveness and optimize results. (Ford Leadership Behavior) TECDB Technical Data Book Technical Data. Technical Data is the data required/utilised for .homologation documentation, publication, advertising, dealer information and comparison with competitive products. It is.o any quantified information pertaining to a vehicle, system or component expressed, unless otherwise stated, in SI units .o any technical specification or configuration which defines the technical characteristics of a vehicle, system or component. Technical Data is published in the Technical Data Book (TDB) and shown in the Official Vehicle Specifications Manual (Gold Book) where appropriate. Technical Services Office ( TSO ) A Ford process leadership organization responsible for Telcom Standards, Syste Process Development, Information Systems planning, organizational learning, Global Network and Computer Operations, global technical support, technical planning, North American and European End-User Support, Telecommunications Services, RAPIDS, European Process Reengineering Strategy, and Field Process Leadership and Replication. Technology Architecture The global architecture supporting hardware and software connectivity and underlying application services. Encompasses computer platforms, systems software, networks, etc. Technology Contract (TC) An agreement made by a technologist working in an Advanced Engineering & Research area with his/her internal "customer(s)" of new technology. The customers must include all areas responsible for implementing the new technology. The contract should include: functional targets, deliverables,
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Technology Contract (TC) Gateway - Technology Planning
Technology Contract (TC) Gateway A gateway within the EAO Ongoing Process. The gateway is passed when all areas involved with a Technology Contract have consensed to the content and terms of the contract. Technology Cycle Plans ( TCP ) Technology Cycle Plans (TCP's) are documents prepared by each of the Advanced Technology Forums which illustrate the technologies that are being developed under the auspices of the Forum. The TCPs will indicate projected timing (by calendar year or model year) for which Concept Readiness and Implementation Readiness of these technologies are expected to be declared. TCPs are developed as part of the annual Technology Deployment Process and were available from all forums by yearend 1995. Technology Deployment Process Annual process which coordinates the development of new technologies by FAO Advanced Manufacturing and AVT. The objective of this process is to deliver the right technologies on the right vehicles at the right time. The process includes: establishment of corporate wants, development of technology strategies, selection and prioritization of advanced projects, development of Technology Cycle Plans and development of implementation/migration plans for specific technologies. Technology Planning The process of developing and targeting a consensus list of advanced engineering project comprised of customer-driven, highly-functional, cost-effective innovations.
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Technology Portfolio - TED
Technology Portfolio At the council level, the technology portfolio consists of the high priority technologies being pursued at each council which are either Implementation Ready or Concept Ready and for which there is an established work plan to achieve Implementation Readiness. At the technology forum level, the technology portfolio consists of all advanced technologies being pursued within each forum and will identify projected/actual timing to achieve Concept Readiness and Implementation Readiness. Note, technology portfolio has been defined in lieu of the term Technology Bookshelf to minimize confusion with other data bookshelves. Technology Pull The efforts of responsible program management to encourage, fund, and expedite new technology. Technology Push The efforts of a technologist to sell his or her new technology to others responsible for vehicle program management. Technology Roadmaps Pictorial representations of how hardware and software is expected to evolve in relation to Ford's strategic technology direction. Technology, Existing Industry technology which has been fully developed, is manufacturingfeasible at a high quality level, and is suitable for application on an industrywide basis. Technology, Existing (Ford) Fully-developed technology which is ready for immediate application on a Ford vehicle program, and which can be used for that program within a highlyautomated manufacturing environment. To be fully developed, this technology has usually been proven in a Ford production environment. Technology, New Developed technology which has not been used for a high-volume automotive application and, therefore, has not proved Ford manufacturing feasible or capable. TED Time Exposed to Danger
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TEE - TENS
TEE Truck Engine Engineering TEFC Totally-Enclosed Fan Cooled (motor type) TEG Truck Engine Governor TEK Tektronix Inc. TEL 1. Telephone 2. Telephoned 3. Telephoning 4. Tetraethyl Lead TELCO Telephone Company Telescopic Shock ( s ) ( Shock Absorber ( s ) Shock absorbers which derive dampening action from vertical telescopic action. TEM Total Equipment Maintenance = computer system which streamlines equipment maintenance action TEM Total Equipment Management TEMPL Template Template A predeveloped program that is precoded with information (such as HTML tags and anchors), which can be modified for specific applications. Template ( Styling ) Accurate surface profile taken from a blueprint or portion of a model to be duplicated. Can be made of cardboard, plastic, Masonite, plywood, or metal, depending on proposed use. TEMPO Temporary TENS 1. Tension 2.Tensioner TEMP Temperature Temper To change physical characteristics of metal by application of heat. TEM Transverse Electromagnetic (test cell)
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Tension - TFC
Tension Effort that is devoted towards elongation or 'stretching' of a material. TENSL Tensile TENV Totally-Enclosed Non-Ventilated (motor type) TEP ( TAPME Engineering Process ) Term used to describe TAPME's Product Development Process. Term also refers to TAPME's series of Product and Process Verification Manuals (TEP Guide, TEP Documentation Book, TEP Toolbook) TEPMOD Transmission Engineering Program Module TER Travel Expense Report TERM/TRMNL Terminal Terminal A junction point where electrical connections are made. TESP Tax Efficient Savings Program TESPHE Tax Efficient Savings Program for Hourly Employees Testing Operations ( ORG ) Testing Operations - Product Development Ford of Germany and/or Testing Operations - Product Development Ford of Britain TET Technical Execution Tasks TF Top Fuel Dragster TF&L Tooling Facilities & Launch TFC TEAM FEASIBILITY COMMITMENT - USED TO INITIALLY SIGN OFF A DESIGN OR PROCESS AT THE INITIAL STAGES OF THE PROGRAM
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TFCE - TH
TFCE Tool and Facilities Cost Estimating system - A computer system designed to assist process, facilities, industrial engineering, and their management in preparing answers to cost studies. TFI Thick Film Ignition: An ignition module, using thick film circuit board technology, that fires the ignition coil based on timing and load inputs from other sources. TFLE Tools, Facilities, Launching, Engineering TFM Thick Film Module TFMEP Total Friction Mean Effective Pressure TFT Thin Film Transistor (active matrix display) TFT Thermal fatigue test TG Tang TH Thorium TGW Things Gone Wrong - Product attributes or characteristics that produce a negative reaction from customers. TGW includes both component malfunction s (e.g., the transmission doesn't upshift) and correct component functions that don't meet customer expectations (e.g., the transmission 1-2 shift is too harsh). TGT 1. Tight 2. Tighten 3. Tightener TGR Trigger TGS Top Gear Switch TGH Tachograph TGR Things Gone Right - Product attributes or characteristics that produce a positive reaction from customers. A method to quantify TGR is currently being developed by NAAO Marketing.
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TH/WY - Thermal Reactor
TH/WY Three-Way THC Total Hydrocarbons THD Thread THEFT Theft Warning Theme The interior and exterior appearance of a vehicle which is consistent with the previously-established structural architecture and affordable targets. Theme Clay Begins when the vehicle concept and advanced targets are approved by the PPS Phase IV. Theme models during Phase IV will not necessarily conform to feasibility requirements and/or consensed assumptions. The design Sub-committee (DSC) selects the preferred Theme Model and NAAO selects the preferred instrument panel Theme Model, which will be refined to reflect T.H. Theme Property A model based on the selected architecture that is used to develop the interior and exterior appearance of the vehicle. Theme Sketch ( Styling ) Quick sketch to put an idea on paper; precedes a rendering. Thermactor Air pump type exhaust emission control system. Thermal Efficiency A gallon of fuel contains potential energy in form of heat when burned in combustion chamber. Some heat is lost and some is converted into power. Thermal efficiency is ratio of work accomplished compared to total quantity of heat contained in fuel. Thermal Reactor Emission control device that accepts raw exhaust gases from engine and subjects them to extremely high temperatures to oxidize noxious emissions.
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Thermal Refining - THP
Thermal Refining To temper (at above 400 deg C) hardened steel to form troostite or sorbite structure. THERMO 1. Thermostat 2.Thermostatic THF 1. Thief 2. Theft Third Brush In DC generators, an auxiliary brush placed on commutator to control current output of generator. Thirteen Twenty ( Drag Racing ) Slang reference is to the 1,320 feet in the drag racing quarter-mile. THK Thick THM Thimble THMB Thumb THMSR Thermistor THO/SW Thermo Switch THP Total Horsepower
Thermo-Syphon A method of cooling an engine which utilizes difference in specific gravity of hot and cold water. No pump is used, but water passages are larger than in pump circulation system. Thermoset A plastic material with the property of becoming permanently rigid by the application of heat. Thermostat 1. Heat actuated device, movement of which is made to perform mechanical operation to control temperature of coolant 2. A heat-controlled valve used in cooling system of engine to regulate flow of water between cylinder block and radiator. A thermostat is also used in modern air cleaners in which inlet air temperature is regulated.
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Thrashing - THW
Thrashing Excessive paging in a virtual memory computer that occurs if a program is not written to run in a virtual memory environment. THRCON Throttle Controls Thread A Usenet News posting and the related responses; a subset of a group. THRM Thermometer THRM/PLAS Thermoplastic THRM/ST Thermo-Setting THRMCP Thermocouple THRML Thermal THRMST Thermostat THRMTR Thermactor THROT Throttle Throughput The capacity of a system to accomplish a task. "The Goal" by Eli Goldratt states that it is the rate at which a system generates money through sales. Throughput Time The time it takes a product to go from launch, to concept, to order to delivery, and from raw materials to the product in the customer's hands. This includes both processing and queue time. Throw Distance from center of crankshaft main bearing to center of connecting rod journal. THRS Thrust THRU/TRGH Through THS Transmission Hydraulic Switch THW 1. Throw 2. Thrower 3. Throwing
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TI - Time Out
TI 1. Template Information 2. Texas Instruments 3. Titanium 4. Tine TI - Tech Illustrator Product of Auto-trol Technology Corporation. Based on 3D graphic engine, provides the capture of graphics information from a variety of sources for use in creation of technical illustrations. TIAP Torque Integrity Assurance Program TIB Temporary Import Bond Tiddlers ( British ) See Mice Tidiness Tidiness in the engine compartment is defined as achieving an orderly appearance by careful positioning of components and attention to the routing and securing of interconnecting parts. Tie Rod Metal rod connecting steering spindle arms on opposite sides of vehicle. TIF Tagged Image File (format) TIFF Tagged Image File Format TIG Tungsten Inert Gas TIL Training Implementation Leader Time ( Reduction ) Targets A management technique used to focus a process improvement effort by targeting certain segments of time to be reduced in the product development process. Establishing targets drives process changes to meet that timing. Time Manager A G8D Team Member who allocates time to each agenda item, proposes agenda time adjustment and monitors meeting progress against agenda. Time Out The time specified for departure from the start, or from a control point or stop. To stop recording.
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Time to Market - TIR
Time to Market The amount of time it takes from the concept development phase of product development until actual sales begin. Time Trials 1. Speed competition on closed course with each car running against the clock only for fastest time 2. Timed practice laps to determine starting position on grid. Time-of-Day Local time Timer 1. Working time keeper at motor race. 2. Stop watch. 3. Ignition distributor times and supplies spark to spark plugs at proper instant. Timing Chain Chain in an internal combustion engine connecting crankshaft and camshaft which serves to time (synchronize) valve and piston action. Timing Gears Any group of gears driven from engine crankshaft to cause valves, ignition and other engine-driven apparatus to operate at desired time during engine cycle. Timing Light See Strobe Light Timing Mark Identification mark on the flywheel used for timing the engine. Timing, Releasing and Office Services ( ORG ) Timing, Releasing and Office Services Product Development Ford of Britain and/or Administrative and Services Product Development Ford of Germany TIP TIPPER/ED/ING Tip-In (TP) The instantaneous response of the engine to the opening of the throttle to some position less than wide open. TIR Tire TIR Total Indicator Runout.
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Tire - TMAP
Tire A tubular corded carcass covered with rubber or synthetic rubber, mounted on a wheel and inflated to provide traction for moving and stopping the vehicle. Tired Iron Worn, or out of date racing car. (Less common wrecked or badly damaged.) Tires Tire Sizing and Selection TIRWL Tirewell TIS 1. Technical Information System 2. Time In Service Warranty Report. TK 1. Throttle Kicker- A device that moves throttle linkage to adjust idle RPM. 2. Toyo Kogyo 3. Tack 4. Tacking TK/UP Take Up TL 1. Thallium 2. Tail TMAP Time Shared MAP TM 1. Trip Minder - A fuel and distance computer that provides information to driver and passenger. 2. Test Mass 3. Thulium 4. Time 5. Timing 6. Timer TLV 1. Threshold Limiting Value 2. Television TL/GT Tailgate TLEV Transitional Low Emission Vehicles TLGT Tailgate Subsystem TLSCOP 1. Telescope 2. Telescoping TLT Tilt
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TMAP - TN/UP
TMAP Temperature Manifold Absolute Pressure sensor: A combined MAP sensor and IAT sensor. TMBLR Tumbler TMG Timing TMM Technology Matters Meeting - A forum for open discussion between technology "pushers" (technologists) and technology "pullers" (program management) to create and foster interaction between technology developers and users. TMSL Test and Measurement Systems Language TMY Tommy TN 1. Thin 2. Thinner 3. Thinning 4. Tennessee TN/UP Tune Up TMO Truck Manufacturing Operations Tooling Release Block 5 Release Information - A drawing and/or electronic media with sufficient dimensions or definition, Material Specifications, Engineering Specifications and notes to support tooling to the designated limits of the drawing. Model line usage would also be specified in sufficient detail to calculate planning volumes in.support of tool procurement. Authorised Use Procurement of tooling required to produce the part as designated on the release and/or drawings. Tooling Releases of complete drawings with no limitations may also be used to manufacture enough sample parts for ISIR approval.
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TNE - Tolerance
TNE Tone TNG Tongue TNI Trouble-Not-Identified TNK Tank TNL Tunnel TNR Tuner TNT 1. Tint 2. Tinted TO Tool TOC Theory Of Constraints - The identification of the "Productive Capacity" for which the "Protective Capacity" required can allow "Excess/Growth Capacity" to be available beyond targeted product mix. TOD Top Shift Overdrive Toe Inside or smaller half of a gear tooth. Also, end of brake shoe against anchor. Toe-Out on Turns Related angles assumed by front wheels of vehicle when turning. TOES Test Operations and Engineering Services TOF-MS Time-Of-Flight Mass Spectrometer TOG Toggle Token Ring A network that enables unidirectional data transmission between data stations through use of a ring topology. TOL Tolerance Tolerance 1. Permissible variation or latitude in dimensions of mating parts. 2. A permissible variation between two extremes of a specification of dimensions.
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TON - Tooling Authorization
TON Tonneau Tonneau 1. Rear body or compartment of an automobile with seat for passenger. 2. Complete automobile having rear compartment as above. 3. Tonneau cover. Tonneau Cover Flush-fitting metal or (most often) canvas or plastic cover for part of an open automobile. Tool Try Out ( TTO ) The purpose of TTO is to verify new, revised and current tooling and to certify all process tooling, fixtures, gauges, and test equipment as capable of building quality vehicles. TTO is incorporated in the Production Proveout Build. tooling Tooling required to manufacture new tooled parts for a specific program. Tooling A Red Flag condition in Error Proofing. Tooling refers to any working part of a power-driven machine. Tooling often needs to be changed because a part is worn or broken, or a part with a different function or specification is needed. Tooling Authorization Provides Product Engineering authorization to affected Manufacturing and/or Purchasing to proceed with the procurement of all tools peculiar to the production of a part.
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Tooling Release Drawings - TOR
Tooling Release Drawings A drawing and/or electronics representation with sufficient dimensions or definition, material specifications, engineering specifications, and note support tooling to the designated limits of the drawing. Model line usage is also specified in enough detail to calculate planning volumes in support of tool procurement. Authorized Use procurement of tooling required to produce the part designated on the release and/or drawings. Tooling release of complete drawings with no limitations may also be used to manufacture enough sample parts for ISW approval. Tools Investment for changes to dies and fixtures (used to make vehicles) due to new or changed design of the part or vehicle. Tools and Methods Process improvement techniques or aids which are at a finer level of detail then the core processes. Top ( Drag Racing ) Top Eliminator, See TE TOR Torque TOPS Team Oriented Problem Solving - A problem solving technique developed by Powertrain Operations which stresses a team approach to problem solving and utilizes the 8-Disciplines (8-D's) framework and reporting format. Top Eliminator See TE Top End ( Drag Racing ) Second half of quarter-mile distance. Top Time Terminal speed attained by vehicle on a drag racing run. 132-foot speed trap, with end of the quarter-mile at halfway point, determines speed. TOPAS Tank truck with optimized passive and active safety features TOPS Transport Operations - the Ford inhouse transportation operation
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TORAC - Total Cost
TORAC Truck Operations Redbook Assumption Change Torque Force which produces or tends to produce torsion or rotation. The turning power of a shaft or engine. (The foot/pound torque or turning force of an engine is frequently more important than its horsepower.) Torque Converter A turbine device utilizing a rotary pump, one or more reactors and a driven circular turbine. Power is transmitted from a driving to a driven member by hydraulic action. Torque Demand Downshift The downshifting of an automatic transmission caused by transmission loading as a result of engine torque demand. This downshifting may be induced for testing purposes by applying heavy throttle, but not to kickdown rod engagement, at low speeds. Torque Tube Tube enclosing propeller shaft. Its function is to relieve rear springs of driving and braking twisting forces. Torque Wrench A special wrench with a built-in indicator to measure applied force. Torsion Bar Rod so fixed in a suspension system that it serves as a spring. One end is anchored to the chassis frame, the other to the suspension. Wheel movement (up or down) causes rod to rotate or twist. The resistance of the rod to twist serves as a constant rate spring. Torus An oil-filled member of a torque converter. tot transmission oil temperature Total Cost A Ford Production System Measurable. Total Cost is the total per unit cost of material, labor and overhead, freight, inventory, and other related costs.
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Total Ford Certification - Toxicology ( ORG )
Total Ford Certification Is the certification by the most senior position in the National Sales Company of the country in which the product is assembled that all Ford products to be marketed in the United States, Canada and their territories have been designed and manufactured to comply with all FMVSS/CMVSS. Total Productive Maintenance A series of methods and processes that ensure production machines receive preventive maintenance so that downtime does not stop production. Total Productive Maintenance Aims at maximizing equipment effectiveness throughout the entire life of the equipment. Involves everyone in all departments and at all levels. It motivates people for plant maintenance through small-group and voluntary activities and involves such basic elements as developing a maintenance system. Total Program Workplan A plan containing all major tasks to be performed in a program, at a measurable quality level, serving first as a workload planning technique and then as a progress monitoring technique. TOTM Testing Operations Test Manual Toxic Materials. Toxic Materials are those materials which have the capacity of producing injury or illness through ingestion, inhalation or absorption through any body surface or creating an adverse effect upon the environment. Tough ( Drag Racing ) Especially pleasing or durable. Tow ( also Getting a Tow ) See Drafting and Slipstreaming Town Meeting Workshop Toxicology ( ORG ) Toxicology - Industrial Relations and Services, Product Development Ford of Britain
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Toxicology Review - TPR
Toxicology Review Toxicology Review is a thorough study and analysis of the accumulated/documented information on a material to assess the extent to which it is hazardous and to record and recommend the measures necessary to eliminate or minimise any risks to health or safety so far as is reasonably practicable. TOXSUB Toxic Substance Removal System Toy Performance Car Toyota Major Japanese automotive manufacturer. TP 1. Throttle Position 2. Trip 3. Twisted Pair (cable) TP Switch Throttle Position Switch TP/BK Top Back TP/DK Top Deck TPM Total Productive Maintenance TPMDR Tripminder TPMT Transmission Programme Module Team TPO Thermoplastic Olefin TPR 1. Tool Progress Report 2. Taper 3. Taped 4. Taping TPCD Thermactor Pump Clutch Disengage TPCRC Truck Product Change Review Committee TPE 1. Tool Process Engineering 2. Tape TPI 1. Threads Per Inch 2. Teeth Per Inch 3. Tracks Per Inch
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TPR - TR
TPR Total Program Review Meeting lead by Chief Program Engineer TPS Throttle Position Sensor TPS, TP&S Technology, Planning and Support TPT Total Program Team (replaces PST) TPT 1. Tappet 2. Tappeting 3. Tappeter TPV Technology Proveout Vehicle TPWP Total Program Work Plan - A plan that contains all major milestones and events to be achieved in a program at a measurable quality level. The TPWP is used for workload planning and process monitoring. TQM Total Quality Management TR 1. Trim 2. Trimmer 3. Trimmed 4. Trimming 5. Test Request 6. Technical Report 7. Transmission Range TQE Total Quality Excellence - A concept which emphasizes the importance of quality in everything we do. Quality comes First. To increase customer satisfaction, the quality of our products and services must be our number one priority. TQC Total Quality Control - A holostic view of quality based on the premise that quality is meeting customer (internal and external) requirements on time, at a cost that represents value, and that everyone can improve quality by improving their own work processes. TQCM Total Quality and Cost Management
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TR - Training and Education ( GIS1 )
TR 1. Test Request 2. Technical Report 3. Trim 4. Trimmer 5. Trimmed 6. Trimming TR Sensor Transmission Range Sensor TR Switch Transmission Range Switch TRA Torque Roll Axis TRA/AX Transmission-Axle Trace Intensity The minimum perceived degradation to a driveability or driveaway mode, or the lowest audible detonation. Track Race Course Tractor Fuel A fuel, similar to kerosene or diesel oil, which is less volatile than gasoline. Trade-off 1) Compromise 2) Improve one objective at the degradation of another. Trademark Code A two character code containing trademark information. Traffic Circle Circle or roundabout - Usually at a complex and/or heavily traveled intersection, where entering cars must turn right and circulate to the left, turning right again to leave the circle. Traffic Light A signal light used on highways, especially at intersections, to regulate the movement of traffic. A traffic light may occasionally be set to operate as a blinker but is usually fixed, alternating red and green, indicating stop and go, respectively. Training and Education ( GIS1 ) All matters relating to the documentation of formal employee training programs and betterment. Each course package should include course materials, outlines, attendee lists, test materials, and results.
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Tramp ( also Wheel Tramp ) - Transistor
Tramp ( also Wheel Tramp ) The pounding or thumping that results from loss of traction in one or more road wheels. TRANS TRANSMISSION SYSTEM TRANS 1. Trans 2. Transmission 3. Transmitter 4. Transmit Transaxle Transmission and differential combined in one unit. Transfer Control Protocol over Internet Protocol ( TCP/IP ) Communications software which allows different types of machines to connect to the Internet. (TCP/IP) Transformer An electrical device, such as a high tension coil, which transforms or changes characteristics of an electrical current. Transient Records / Transient Record ( GIS1 ) A record routinely used in the course of Company business that does not have continuing substantive business value and is not subject to business, legal, or regulatory recordkeeping requirements, such as meeting notices, copies of Company bulletins, and e-mail. This category includes copies of Official Records and generic records such as correspondences, meeting minutes, agendas, e-mail notes, etc., which do not fall into the business, quality, environmenta tax, and legal requirement categories. Also included are drafts of both Official and Transient Records, which should be disposed of as soon as the records become final or when the requirement for a final issue disappears. Th need, if any, for such records is short in duration. There is no minimum perio for retention, and it may be discarded when it no longer has business value. must be discarded at the Annual File Review (AFR) (see 3.1) following year of creation unless a Suspension Order has been issued for that year. Transistor Miniature amplifying device
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Transmission - TRI
Transmission Gear box. Automatic or manual gear changing mechanism used to apply engine power to road wheels according to demand and to vary road speed. TRANSP Transparent TRANSV Transverse Trap ( s ) 1. (Drag Racing) Three-light system at finish line of course which measures vehicle's top speed. 2. Speed measurement trap set up on fastest straightaway of a race circuit. TRASOP Tax Reduction Act Stock Ownership Plan TRB 1. Turbo 2. Turbine TRBCH 1. Turbocharge 2. Turbocharger TRCT Traction TRI Toxic Release Inventory TRCTR Tractor TRD Tread TRDL Treadle Tread 1. Distance between centerline of front or rear tires measured at ground 2. Pattern of that portion of a tire which touches the ground. Trend Chart ( Run Chart ) A chart that displays directional changes in performance over time. TRET Treated TRF Traffic
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Triangle - TRNSPT
Triangle An intersection of three roads in a general shape of a triangle or inverted delta, including within the intersection a generally untraveled grass, gravel or other surface. It is not possible to go straight at a triangle. Only one instruction may be executed at a triangle. TRIC Transmission Interface Controller Trim Buck Full-size model of interior styling of a specific model. (See seating buck.) TRK Truck TRL 1. Trail 2. Territorial Requirement List TRLN Trailing TRLR Trailer TRMC Timing Release & Material Control TRN Turn TRN/BKL Turnbuckle TRN/SIG Turnsignal TRNS 1. Transit 2. Transition TRNSCV Transceiver TRNSDC Transducer TRNSF Transfer TRNSFRM 1. Transform 2. Transforming TRNSFRMR transformer. TRNSPND Transponder TRNSPRT Transport TRNSPT Transportation
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TROI - Truck Trailer Parking
TROI Total Return On Investment Trophy Run (Drag Racing) Final run for a class or eliminator victory. Troubleshooting A process of diagnosing possible sources of trouble by observation and testing. TRP Trap TRPD Tripod TRPE Truck and Recreation Products Engineering TRS Transmission Range Sensor TRS Torus TRSN Torsion TRT Turret TRTMT Treatment Truck Operations ( ORG Truck Operations Ford of Britain . Truck or TRK Truck Operations Engineering (All Truck) Truck Trailer In North America, it is a truck trailer with standard size of 96" wide, 103" high (interior height), and 48' long. Also available are 48' high cube ( 108" interior height), 53' drop deck, and 53' high cube. Please consult with Transportation for off-standard trailer sizes, availability and rates. Trailers are also available as side load/unload and flatbeds (flatbeds used for shipping frames). Truck Trailer Parking Area used for processing inbound or outbound racks and dunnage. Colored green on a layout marked up by MH&PE.
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Truck Trailer Parking - TSL
Truck Trailer Parking Area used to store empty or full lorry or truck trailers. Quantify by number of parking spaces. AA, Bullpen. Trumpet ( s ) Trumpet-like stack or end piece attached to end of exhaust pipe(s.) Trumpets are generally used to improve tuning but are also used decoratively. TRUN Trunnion Trunk Luggage compartment in a motor vehicle. Trunnon Bearing which carries oscillating load. TRY Tray TS 1. Team Structure 2. True Sweep TS Technical Services TS Tensile Strenght TSL Technical Service Letter TSE Technical System Expectations = Example: QFD tool -- if the customer want or target in the row of the QFD matrix is "no rattles," the TSE in the column would be the measurable technical description of what is needed to achieve the target; possibly "no rattles detected in Burke Porter assessment after key life test." TSD Technical Support Department - A part of Process Leadership, which is part of FAO - see: <a href="http://www.pms.ford.com">www .pms.ford.com</a> TSCA Toxic Substances Control Act TSAD Two Speed Accessory Drive TSB Technical Service Bulletin - An engineering document published to inform Ford Dealer Service people about a specific problem with detailed instructions on how to correct the problem.
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TSLB - TUB
TSLB Technical Services Lab Building TSM Technical Service Message TSO Transportation Systems Operations TSO Technical Support Operations - New name for TSSO TSO Time Sharing Option TSR Terminate and Stay Resident TSS Transmission Shaft Speed TSSO Technical Service Support Operations TST Test TSU Tissue TTC Technical Training Center TUB 1. Tube 2. Tubing TU Trade Union TTY Teletype TTY Text Telephone Yoke -- device used by hearing or speech impaired persons to communicate with hearing persons by typing messages, which are transmitted to a communication assistant who voices them to the hearing party. TTHR Tether TTIS Travel and Traffic Information System TTL Transistor-Transistor Logic TTS Technical & Transport Services TTH 1. Teeth 2. Tooth
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Tube - Turbullence
Tube 1. Hollow shaft used in car construction; i.e., Torque tube, tubular chassis, etc. 2. Inner tube fitted to inside of tire which contains inflating gas. Tube Steak ( Drag Racing ) Frankfurter Tubeless ( Tubeless Tire ) Tire designed to fit snugly onto road wheel without an inner tube. TUBLR Tubular TUEV Technischer Ueberwacjimgs Verein (German Regulations Vehcile Approval Organization) TUEV Technischer Ueberwachungsverein Tumblehome ( Styling ) Angle of 'B' pillar and side glass from perpendicular at beltline, as seen from front or rear. TUN 1. Tuning 2. Tuner Turbine A series of blades on a wheel, situated at an angle to the shaft, against which fluids or gases are impelled to impart rotary motion to shaft. Turbocharger A device which utilizes pressure of exhaust gases to drive a supercharger which, in turn, forces more air into cylinders. Turbullence A disturbed, irregular motion of fluids or gases. tunable items Components and/or subsystem items requiring minor revisions to refine functional characteristics to achieve vehicle targets. e.g. rubber isolators, mufflers, EEC modules, etc. Tune-Up A process of accurate and careful adjustments and parts replacements to obtain utmost in engine performance. Tunnel Hump in floor pan that provides clearance for driveshaft.
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Turn - TWC
Turn To make a change of course or direction at an intersection which would not have been made in the absence of the turn instruction. Unless otherwise indicated, a turn instruction shall be executed at the first opportunity. Turn Signal One of four flashing signal lights on each of the four corners of a motor car used to signal turns. Turning Radius The radius of the smallest circle in which a motor car can be made to turn. Turnunder ( Styling ) Opposite of tumblehome. Inward and downward sweep of sheet metal from widest point on a car down to rocker panel. TURQ Turquoise TUV Technischer Uberwachungs-Verein (German Regulations Vehicle Approval Organization) TV Television TWC Three Way Catalyst TWAIN The Standard Without A Name (computer graphics standard for input devices) TVC Truck Vehicle Center TVC Throttle Valve Control (AXOD-E) TVL Travel TVPS Throttle Valve Position Switch TVS Thermostatic Vacuum Switch TVSS Transient Voltage Surge Suppressor TVV Thermal Vacuum Valve TW/WY Two Way twa Transitional Work Arrangements program
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TWC + OC - TYP
TWC + OC Three Way + Oxidation Catalytic Converter Tweak (Also Tweaking) Mild forms of engine modification to increase power output or to adjust a design. TWNG Towing Two Cycle Engine An engine design permitting a power stroke once for each revolution of the crankshaft. TWOS Timekeeping Work Order System North American hourly timekeeping and related plant functions e.g. Workorders, hourly personnel, vacation scheduling, assembly line manpower balancing, absences and leaves. The online HP computer system to collect and process related data. TWR Tower TWS Twist TX 1. Taxi 2. Texas TXF (IRS') Tax Exchange Format TYP 1. Type 2. Typical
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U - UCCS
U Uranium U-shaped Cells In cellular manufacturing, work centers configured in horizontal U shapes, with operators occupying positions within the U. This configuration allows operators to more easily move between positions, adjusting the number of operators in a cell based on the work load present at a given time. [Duncan, William L., Total Quality Key Terms and Concepts, 1995.] U-Turn To reverse course by turning about in road. U/BLCHD Unbleached U/BLT U Bolt U/D Units Per Day U/DRV Under Drive U/I Unit of Issue U/SZ Undersize UART Universal Asynchronous ReceiverTransmitter UAV Urban Adventure Vehicle UAW United Auto Workers Union UBA Umwelt Bundes Amt (Federal Authority for the Environment) UC Usage Correction UCC Usage Condition Code UCCS Uniform Company Coding System U/JT Universal Joint
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UCL - UK
UCL Upper Control Limit - A mathematically derived limit expressed as a line on a statistical control chart which identifies the upper limit of normal variation in a given process. Points above the UCL are a signal that the process is "out of control". UCNI Unclassified Controlled Nuclear Information UCS Universal Coordinate System (used in CAD programs) UD Units per Day UDC Universal Development Computer UDDS Urban Dynomometer Driving Schedule UDF User-defined Function udomos Unloading Dock Monitoring System UIS Uniform Income Statement ujt cardan type universal joint UK United Kingdom UHA Underhood Appearance UHD Ultra High Density - Commonly used to describe a type of urethane coating applied to weatherstrip flocking for durability. UDR Under UEGO Universal Exhaust Gas Oxygen sensor UESC Universal Electronic Spark Control UF United Foundation UG User Group
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UL - UNF
UL Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. ULEV Ultra Low Emission Vehicles ULR Useful Life Reliability ULRI Useful Lifetime Reliability Initiative UM University of Michigan UMAP Interactive Mail Access Protocol UMB Upper Memory Blocks UMOV Use Material On Vehicle UMTA Urban Mass Transportation Administration (Part of DOT) UN Union UN/ECE Regulations issued by the Economic Commission for Europe (UN/ECE), a sub-organisation of the United Nations, which define uniform requirements for the design and performance of motor vehicle components and systems. UNC Unified Screw Thread Coarse Uncompetitive In the Bottom 40% range -- those vehicles that are not acceptable to customers. Undercoating Spraying insulating material on exposed undersections of an automobile to retard corrosion and deaden noise. Understeer Tendency of car to reduce lock or steer itself increasing out of a corner. (Opposite of Oversteer.) UNEF Unified Screw Thread Extra Fine UNF Unified Screw Thread Fine
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Uniform Resource Locator ( URL ) - Unloading Areas
Uniform Resource Locator ( URL ) The unique location of information and resources on the Internet; an address beginning with http:// UNIMETS Universal Micro-Computer Electrical Test System Unique Flammability Item Part, assembly, composite or material that has been developed specially to meet the requirements of FMVSS 302. Unit of Measure A two character code indicating measurement type. Unit Power Plant An assembly in which engine, clutch and transmission are combined in one unit. Unitized See Monocoque UNIV Universal Universal Joint A connection for transmitting power from a driving to a driven shaft through an angle. UNIX AT&T developed this multiuser, multitasking operating systems, which is written in C but can be compiled into many different machine languages. UNIX A computer operating system. UNLD Unload Unleaded Gasoline Motor fuel containing no tetraethyl lead additive. UNLK Unlock Unloading Areas Areas used for processing inbound and outbound racks and dunnage. Colored green on a layout marked up by MH&PE.
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Unpaved - UPAC
Unpaved Road having a discontinuous, non-hard surface such as broken stone, gravel, dirt, obviously suited only to light duty traffic. UNQ Unique Unreal ( Drag Racing ) Exceptional car or performance. Unrestricted Source Parts Are parts released with no Product Development restriction on choice of Supplier (eg simple pressings). Prototype parts must be procured from final production source for the program. These parts will not be added to the SDL. Unsanitary Dirty, carelessly prepared or unsafe race car. Unsprung Weight Weight that includes wheels, axles, etc., that are not supported by car springs. UNT Unit UNTR Untrimmed UNTRET Untreated UNTZD Unitized Up Front Engineering The disciplined application of suitable engineering technologies early in a program to support such things as alternative selection. "Go-For-One", and successful prototypes. Up-Draft 1. Reference is to direction in which air/fuel mixture is drawn into carburetors and intake manifold. 2. Used to describe a carburetor in which mixture flows upward to engine. UPAC Universal Electronic Spark Control Plus IAT Sensor
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UPAS - UQA
UPAS 1. Uniform Product Audit System - An in plant system to verify the processes are being performed as specified. 2. Uniform Product Assessment Specifications 3. Uniform Product Assurance System UPC 1. Uniform Parts Classification (Superseded by CPSC) 2. Universal Product Code Upfront At the beginning uph units per hour - (same as JPH - jobs per hour) UPHL Upholstery Uplink A channel of communication from an earth station to a satellite. UPM Update Pack Module Upper Back Panel Portion of body sheet metal between backlight and decklid. UQA Uniform Quality Audit Upset To compress at ends, causing an increase in diameter. Upstream Relatively early in the product development process. Uptime As opposed to downtime, this is the time during which the system has worked without failure. Upper Cylinder Lubrication A method of introducing a lubricant into fuel or intake manifold in order to permit lubrication of upper cylinder, valve guides, etc. Upper Structure Portion of body including roof and glass areas. (See Greenhouse.) UPR Upper UPS 1. Uninterruptable Power System 2. United Parcel Service
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URD - USRAT
URD User Request Document URT Upright US United States USA United States of America USABC US Advanced Battery Consortium USAC United States Auto Club Usage Data Information relating to the usage of a part (UCC/Next assembly). USAMP US Automotive Materials Partnership USCAR United States Council for Automotive Research USE 1. Use 2. Usage 3. Using Usenet News An online system that allows for the posting of messages on most any subject, and others can read them if they belong to the same group as where the message are posted. User ID ( UID ) A unique number assigned to each user of a system; for example, your profs-id is a general User ID. Usually, this is the information used to login to a computer system with a password. User Request Document Initiates process for powertrain software engineers to change programming on a Electronic Engine Controller (EEC) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). USL U.S. Leasing Inc. USL Upper Specification Limit USRAT US Recycling Action Team - works together with the European RAT (ERAT) to increase the use of recycled material used in Ford vehicles.
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USTAG - UV
USTAG United States Technical Advisory Group (repr. US industry before ISO) UT 1. Utica Trim Plant 2. Utah UTAC Union Tecchnique de L'Automobile, du Motocycle et du Cycle Utility Parts Items (generally similar to Standard Parts) for which no Standards have been established, that meet one or more of the following conditions - o can be made by modifying a Standard Part o can be manufactured with Standard Part tooling o have potentiality of multiple application on the product o are by description fasteners or comply with a Standard/Utility Part category. Separate drawings are prepared for Utility Parts. UTIZ 1. Utilize 2. Utilization UTP Unshielded Twisted Pair (cable) UV Ultra Violet UTY Utility UUCP Unix to Unix Communication Protocol
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V - Vacuum Plating ( Styling )
V 1. Engine design; i.e., V-4, V-6, V-8, V12, or V-1 6. Indicates that cylinder bores form an angle of less than 180 degrees, i.e., 90 degree V8. 2. Vanadium v.OT before top dead centre ( BTDC ) V6 Six Cylinder Engine in 'V' Arrangement V8 Eight Cylinder Engine in 'V' Arrangement VA 1. Virginia 2. Vetran's Administration 3. Volt Ampere 4. Value Engineering VA/VE Value Analysis/Value Engineering VAC Value Analysis Centre--The cost reduction facility located in Livonia, MI (29500 Middlebelt) VAC 1. Volts AC 2. Vacuum Vacuum 1. A pressure less than atmospheric pressure (14.7 psi at sea level). VACUUM VACUUM DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM Vacuum Advance Means of advancing the spark (distributor or magneto) by vacuum rather than mechanically. Vacuum Control A diaphragm attached to ignition distributor spark advance which is controlled by changing of vacuum in intake manifold. Vacuum Gauge An instrument designed to measure degree of vacuum existing in a chamber. Vacuum Plating ( Styling ) Deposition of metal on basecoated objects by evaporation of a metal, usually aluminum, under high vacuum. Used to simulate chrome or other bright finishes in automotive styling.
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VAF - Valve
VAF Volumetric Air Flow VAL 1. Vale 2. Valley validate The process of verifying to high confidence that the component, subsystem, system and vehicle meets its target prior to final release. Validation of Actions Ongoing evidence that the implemented action is doing what was intended without introducing a new problem. Validation follows successful Verification . Valley ( Styling ) Surface between two higher surfaces. Value Product characteristics defined by the customer. Value Adding Any operation that changes, converts, or transforms material into the product that is sold to the customer. Value Analysis ( VA ) Analysis technique of current designs to assess and improve value to customer. The cost reduction process in which Value = Function/Cost. Value Stream The specific activities required to design, order, and provide a specific product, from concept to launch, order to delivery, and raw materials into the hands of the customer. Value Stream Mapping Identification of all the specific activities occuring along a value stream for a product or product family. Value-Added (1) Services or functions which enhance the overall value of an organization or process. (2) Work that the end customer is willing to pay for. Valve 1. Engine part which controls intake or exhaust of fuel mixture from the combustion chamber. 2. Flow control mechanism; i.e., metering valve.
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Valve Clearance - Valve-In-Head Engine ( OHV )
Valve Clearance Air gap allowed between end of valve stem and valve lifter or rocker arm to compensate for expansion due to heat. Valve Face Part of a valve which mates with and rests upon a seating surface. Valve Grinding A process of mating valve seat and valve face. Valve Head Portion of a valve upon which valve face is machined. Valve Key or Valve Lock Key, keeper, washer or other device which holds valve spring cup or washer in place on valve stem. Valve Lifter Solid part or hydraulic plunger placed between cam and valve on an engine. Valve Margin Space or rim on a poppet valve between surface of head and surface of valve face. Valve Overlap An interval expressed in degrees where both valves of an automobile engine cylinder are open at same time. Valve Seat Conical surface on port with which valve makes contact (seals) when closed. Valve Spring ( s ) Spring(s) which force valve(s) closed. Valve Stem Portion of a valve which rests within a guide. Valve Stem Guide A bushing or hole for valve stem which allows lateral motion only. Valve Timing Indicates relative position of valve (open or closed) to piston in its travel, in crankshaft degrees. Valve Train Mechanism or linkage used to transmit motion of engine cam to valve stem, causing valve to open. Valve-In-Head Engine ( OHV ) See Overhead Valve Engine
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VAN - VAST
VAN Vanity Vanes Any plate or blade attached to an axis and moved by or in air or a liquid. Vapor Lock A condition in which fuel boils in fuel system, forming bubbles which retard or stop flow of fuel to carburetor. Vapor Pressure Pressure developed over a liquid in a closed vessel, depending upon liquid and temperature. Vapor Withdrawal A system of piping and connections to operate an engine directly on vapor taken from top of an LP-Gas tank. Vaporizer A device for transforming or helping to transform a liquid into a vapor. Vaporware Software that is not completed although the announced delivery date has passed. vaps variable assist power steering VAR 1. Variable 2. Value Added Reseller Variable FCA Variable Factory Cost Adjustment reflects the off-standard cost of incorporating a change before the formal design change is instituted. Variable Rate Spring Spring fitted to automobile suspension for riding comfort; i.e., coil spring, semi-elliptic spring. Variables Characteristics of a part which can be measured. Examples are length in millimeters, resistance in ohms, closing effort of a door in kilograms and the torque of a nut in foot-pounds. Variation The inevitable differences among individual outputs of a process; the sources of variation can be grouped into two major classes: Common Cause and Special Cause. VAST Vehicle Audit System
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VAT - vct
VAT 1. Vane Air Temperature - The air inlet temperature to the engine as measured by a sensor located at the vane airflow meter. 2. Value Added Tax VBA Vehicle Battery Adaptor VBATT Battery Voltage VBE/AI VESA BIOS Extension/Audio Interface (see VESA) VBOM Vehicle Bill of Material VC Voice VC Vehicle Center. There are three vehicle centers: LVC, SVC, TVC. VC/PE Vehicle Center/Professional Engineer VCAL Calibration Voltage vct variable cam timing VCR Video Cassette Recorder VCPR Vehicle Center Product Review Meeting VCL Vertical Center Line VCFC Value Chain Flow Chart - A graphical representation of costs across the Value Chain including Tier 1-3 suppliers. VCF Vehicle Center Finance VCEO Vehicle Concepts Engineering Office VCBO Vehicle Center Business Office VCE Vehicle Chief Engineer VCEM Vehicle Center Engineering Manager
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VD - VDTUEV
VD 1. Vehicle Design 2. Vehicle Development 3. Van Dyke Plant. VDA Verband Der Automobilindustrie (Association of the Automobile Industry) VDAS Vehicle Data Acquistion System VDC Voltage, Direct Current VDCC Vehicle Design Carryover Cars VDE 1. Verband Deutsche Elektrotechniker (German Association of Electrical Engineers) 2. Vehicle Design Engineering VDE Variable Displacement Engine VDECNTRL Variable Displacement Engine VDT Vehicle Durability Test Department VDT Video Display Terminal VDTO Vehicle Development Technology Office VDTUEV Vereinigung Der Technischen Ueberwacjimgsvereine (Union of the Technical Supervisory Associations) VDSS Vibration Damping Steel Sheet VDR Vendor VDO Vehicle Development Office VDR Vehicle Design Review VDI Verein Deutscher Ingenieure (Society of German Engineers) VDM Vehicle Driveability Model
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VDTUEV - Vehic
VDTUEV Vereinigung der technischen Ueberwachungsvereine VDU Visual Display Units VE Vehicle Engineering VE Value Engineering. Engineering technique to "design-in" customer value using customer wants. (Value = function/cost) VECTOR Vehicle Electronic Control Terminal of Optimum Results - The total calibration system for the EEC IV engine computer. VEE Vehicle Environmental Engineering VEGAS Vehicle Emissions Graphical Analysis System VEH COMPLETE VEHICLE SYSTEM VEH Vehicle Vehic Process where the Authorities in a particular territory test a sample of the vehicle and inspect associated documentation to see that compliance with all Regulatory Requirements has been achieved before allowing the vehicle to be sold and/or registered in that territory. The Type Approval documentation usually includes a comprehensive description of the product in terms of size, shape, performances, engineering specifications, location of manufacturer, names of suppliers of certain components, etc. as well as Component and System Type Approval Certificates (as defined separately) and results of tests (normally observed by the Authorities). Any subsequent challenge of Ford's compliance will be against the product and documentation submitted for inspection and approval. Examples are the German General Type Approval (Allgemeine Betriebserlaubnis - ABE) and the UK National Type Approval (NTA).
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Vehicle Assumptions - Vehicle Engineering ( ORG )
Vehicle Assumptions Word descriptions which provided continuing vehicle direction of product content and features, by subsystem, which are monitored by the Vehicle Engineering Organizations in the last four phases of the vehicle program. vehicle concept A complete vehicle configuration having the potential of delivering the product vision. The vehicle concept is holistic, inclusive of body, chassis, climate control, E/E, and powertrain systems picked from the bookshelf (or new), and compatible to each other and expected to achieve platform strategies and functional target ranges. Vehicle Design Specification ( VDS ) A document that contains vehicle level & system level attribute metrics. The document also records the Design Verification ( DV ) plan for the vehicle. The VDS comes in two flavors. One is generic, containing only the identified attribute metrics. The other is program specific, containing a subset of the generic metrics with values targeted against the metrics. VDS has 5 key chapters: 1) Purpose of document, 2) Environmental conditions that the vehicle must operate in, 3) Attribute metrics (vehicle), 4) Attribute metrics (system), 5) DV or test plan. Vehicle Engineering ( ORG ) Vehicle Engineering - Product Development Ford of Germany and/or Vehicle Programs Engineering Product Development Ford of Britain and/or Vehicle Programs Engineering Truck Operations Ford of Britain.
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Vehicle Environment - Vehicle Regulation Interpretation
Vehicle Environment Vehicle Environment includes all of the loads, inputs and conditions that a part or assembly is required to sustain in the vehicle in service including all the external environmental conditions in which the part or assembly may be reasonably expected to operate (e.g. high and low temperature, water, salt, etc.). Vehicle Implementation Team Replaced by Program Steering Team in CTC. Vehicle or VEO Vehicle Engineering Office (Car or Truck); Car Program Managers; Vehicle Engineering, Vehicle Development; Compact Pick-up/Utility Business Planning and Vehicle Engineering; MPV Business Planning, Vehicle Engineering and International Strategy; Full Size Business Planning and Vehicle Engineering; Heavy Vehicle Platform Those components and systems that create the basic understructure of the vehicle, particularly those most influential to crash. Typically, those are: front end structure ( rails, aprons, front cross member ), cowl and dash, front and RR floor pans, front hinge pillar, side rails and cross members, front and rear suspension, fuel tank & filler pipe & fuel lines, wheel house, package representative powertrain, steering gear, column and wheel. The platform does not include exterior sheet metal, fenders, hood, doors, roof, quarter panel, door lid, lower back panels, glass, instrument panel, seats, and interior trim. Vehicle Regulation Interpretation Document issued by the Automotive Regulations Office of Product Development which provides interpretation/clarification of specific regulatory requirements. Generally it will be used for confirmation of "official" legal interpretations such as those published in U.S. Federal Register, UK DTp Type Approval Handbook or German StVZO.
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Vehicle Regulation Memo - VEMS
Vehicle Regulation Memo Document issued by the Automotive Regulations Office of Product Development which gives additional information on proposed and/or firm legislation to assist all affected areas in developing and producing Ford products to comply or in making comment on proposed legislation. Vehicle Regulation Proposal Document issued by the Automotive Regulations Office of Product Development which gives information regarding proposed laws and may require a response from the addressees. Vehicle Regulation Statement Document issued by the Automotive Regulations Office of Product Development which gives information regarding confirmed mandatory laws. Vehicle Requirement Vehicle Requirements Specification Research, Advanced Engineering and Reliability, Vehicle Engineering, Product Development Ford of Germany Vehicle Status Weight Basic Kerb Weight - Sum of the most representative Engineering Weight of the specified Weight Control Vehicle as released from Product Development, together with a full tank of fuel, full cooling and washer systems, correct oil levels in Engine, Transmission and Axle and Spare Wheel, Jack and Tools. Vehicle Transportation Sign Off Sign-Off for transportation of new vehicles by road, rail and sea using generally available carrier equipment, whilst ensuring maximum safety and minimal risk of damage. The Sign-Off of a vehicle for transportation comprises the agreement between Product Engineering and Manufacturing that all transportation needs are feasible and acceptable. VEHNAV Vehicle Route Guidance/Navigation VEL Velocity VEMS Vehicle Emergency Messaging (VEMS)
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VEN - Verification of Root Cause
VEN 1. Vent 2. Ventilate 3. Venting 4. Vention 5. Ventor VEN Ford of Venezuela (also FOV) Vendor Code (LIeferanten-Kenn-Nummer) Venturi 1. Construction in carburetor which restricts, speeds up and reduces pressure of airflow. 2. Two tapering streamlined tubes joined at their small ends to reduce internal diameter. VEO Vehicle Engineering Office veps vehicle economic profit system VER Vehicle Evaluation Rating Verification of Actions Proof developed BEFORE implementation that the action taken will do what is intended by providing before and after data comparison and does not introduce a new problem. Verification activities may include tests and demonstrations, comparing the new action with a similar proven action, and reviewing newly designed documents before their release. Verification of Escape Point Proof confirming proper identification of the Escape Point. This is a passive verification performed by observation. Without making changes to the process, if the presence of the system deficiency cannot be observed or proven, chances are great that the identified Escape Point is improperly identified. Verification of Root Cause Proof confirming proper identification of the Root Cause / potential Root Cause. This verification should be performed in two steps: passive then active.
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VERL - VIC
VERL Vehicle Emissions Research Laboratory - a chassis dynamometer emissions facility at Ford Research Laboratory with extensive speciation and particle emissions measurement capability. Veronica A system for searching gopher sites, available from gopher menus. VERT Vertical VES Vehicle Evaluation System - Nissan's audit system similar to Ford's NOVA. VES is based on Rogers where Ford's is based on CNVQ. VESA Video Electronics Standards Association VFCC Vehicle Feature Combination Chart VFD Variable Frequency Drive VIB !. Vibrate 2. Vibration Vibration Damper See Harmonic Balancer VIC Vehicle Improvement Committee VI Virtual Instrument VIA Vehicle Interface Adaptor VHF Very High Frequency VFG Vehicle Function Group -- code for component classification used in quality testing. VFS Variable Force Solenoid VGA Video Graphics Array (type of computer monitor, better resolution than previous CGA and EGA technologies)
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Video On Demand - Virtual Image
Video On Demand Delivering a movie or other video program to a customer's TV set at a specifically requested time. Viewer A helper application. See helper application. VIN 1. Vehicle Identification Number (Serial Number) 2. Input Voltage VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) Identifies each vehicle uniquely and includes Product Source, Assembly Plant, Model, Body, Type, Year, Month of Manufacture and sequential scheduled build number in coded form. VIP 1. Vehicle In Process 2. Very Important Person VIP Vehicle Integration Process, formerly known as Graphical Costing Illustrations, is a Best Practice in POT#11's Pre-Program Roundtable. This Best Practice provides a visual method of describing pre <SI> programs and uses illustrations to show assembly and tooling sequence via a flow chart. This process has value throughout the developement and production life of the program and can be used as legacy data in subsequent programs. VIRAGES Industrial Research Vehicle for Improving Energy and Safety Management Virtual Desktop Provided either by a virtual screen capability or a shell program which enhances the user interface, this in an infinitely large desktop. Virtual Image The entire graphic image stored in memory, not just the part of it that is displayed at the current time.
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Virtual Reality Markup Language ( VRML ) - VLA
Virtual Reality Markup Language ( VRML ) A language that enables someone, with the proper browser, to explore virtual 3D Web sites. VIS Visor Viscosimeter An instrument for determining viscosity of an oil by passing a certain quantity at a definite temperature through a standard size orifice or port. Time required for oil to pass through, expressed in seconds, gives viscosity. Viscosity Thickness or body of a lubricating oil. Higher numbers indicate thicker or more viscous oil. Vision Capitalized when referring to Ford's Vision: To be the world's leading automotive company. VL Vial VL-BUS VESA Local bus VLA Virtual Lateral Accelerometer Visual Control A method of sharing information in the Visual Factory. Visual controls communicate information and/or build controls into the workplace and process so that activities are performed according to standards. Visual Display A method of sharing information in the Visual Factory. Visual displays communicate important information, but do not control what people or machines do. VIT Vehicle Implementation Team VL Vehicle Line - this is the abbreviation for a vehicle platform. Example : CAA is Escort. The first letter is usually C = car, T = truck, or H = heavy truck.
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VLC - VNL
VLC Valance VLCM, Variable Load Control Module 14B239 Formally Variable Relay Control Module And Bracket Assy 14B205 VLD Vehicle Line Director VLF Very Low Frequency VLIS Variable Length Induction System VLPR Vehicle Line Program Review VLSI Very Large Scale Integration (Microelectronics) VLT/MTR Voltmeter VLV Valve VLVT Velvet VM Value Management VNL Vinyl VN Vane VM Vane Meter - Vane Airflow Meter, used to measure force of inlet air on moveable plate, and used to calculate air flow volume, mass or velocity. VMACS Vehicle Monitoring and Control System VMB Value Management Bookshelf VMC Vertical Machining Center VMCC Veteran Motor Car Club VML Valence Mounted Louvers VMM Vehicle Maintenance Monitor VMS Voice Mail Service VMV Vapor Management Valve
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VO - Volume
VO Vehicle Office VO Vehicle Operations (correct term, incorrect without s) VOC Volatile Organic Compounds (EPA) VOGO Vehicle Operations General Office VOICE Voice Control Voice of Customer ( VOC ) The Voice Of the Customer - Defines the target customers and supports the development of the customer/market wants and requirements for the Market Strategy. A process for getting customer input on decisions. VOL Volume Volatility Tendency of fluid to evaporate rapidly. Example: Gasoline is more volatile than kerosene, since it evaporates at lower temperature. Volt Unit of electromotive force. One volt is that much force which will cause one ampere to flow through a resistance of one ohm. Voltage Regulator An electrical device for controlling or regulating voltage. Voltimeter An instrument for measuring voltage in an electrical circuit. Volume Measure of space expressed as cubic inches, cubic centimeters, etc.
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Volumetric Efficiency - VPPI
Volumetric Efficiency A combination between ideal and actual efficiency of an internal combustion engine. If engine completely filled each cylinder on each induction stroke, volumetric efficiency of engine would be 100 percent. In actual operation, however, volumetric efficiency is lowered by inertia of the gases, friction between gases and manifolds, temperature of gases and pressure of air entering carburetor. Volumetric efficiency is ordinarily increased by use of large valves, ports and manifolds and can be further increased with aid of a supercharger. Vortex A whirling movement or mass of liquid or air. VOSR Vehicle Order Status Report VOUT Output Voltage VP 1. Vice President 2. Verification Prototype VP Visteon Procedure VPN Vendor Part Number VPP Vehicle Program Plan - Replaces Total Program Workplan ( TPWP ) VPP Voltage Peak to Peak VPPI Vehicle Parts Price Index VPACS Virtual Powetrain and Control System (VPACS) is a powertrain simulation that is used in the development of strategy and calibration. It was formerly called DYNMOD. VPC Vehicle Product Center VPDS Visteon Product Development System <a href="http://hub.visteonet.com/fastfacts/ vistbiz/0201/020101b.htm">hub..visteo net.com/fastfacts/vistbiz/0201/020101b. htm</a> VPL Village Plaza VPMC Vehicle Project Management Coordinator
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VPR - VS&P
VPR 1. Vapor 2. Vaporize VPWR Power Supply Voltage VQR Vehicle Quality Review VQT Vehicle Quality Team VR 1. Voltage Regularor 2. Vehicle Research 3. Virtual Reality VRAM Video Random Access Memory (RAM on the video adapter card installed in a computer slot) VRCP Value Reliability Complexity Productivity VRCTR Varactor VRD Vehicle Regulation Documents - A standardized form issued by the worldwide safety office to notify the Product and Vehicle Offices of regulatory action that will/may affect product design VS&P Vehicle Service and Programs VRS Variable Reluctance Crankshaft Sensor VRSTR Varistor VRT VARIABILITY REDUCTION TEAM VS 1. Variable Swirl (combustion) 2. Vise VRP Vehicle Recycling Partnership VRN Vehicle Regulation Notification VRE&RS Vehicle Research Engineering & Research Staff VREF Reference Voltage
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VSA - VST
VSA Variation Simulation Analysis - A computer technique to estimate the net effect of manufacturing tolerances on the final vehicle build. VSA Vehicle Safety Assurance VSAD Variable Speed Accessory Drive VSAS Variation Simulation Analysis Software VSC Vehicle Speed Control VSD Variable Speed Drive VSD Vehicle Subject Database VSDB Variable Swirl Dilute Burn VSEC Vehicle Structure Exterior & Chassis VSET Set Voltage (Power On) VSGN Vehicle System Ground Note VSI Verfahrens- Und System Information (Methods and Systems Transmittal) VSL Visual VSM Vehicle Structural Mechanics VSPN Vehicle System Power Node VSS 1. Vehicle Speed Sensor 2. Vehicle System Specification VSSBUF Vehicle Speed Sensor (Buffered) VSSDIF$ Vehicle Speed Sensor- Differential Input, minus VSSDIF+ Vehicle Speed Sensor- Differential Input, plus VST Vest
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VT - VWOA
VT Vermont vtam Virtual Telecommunications Access Method VTR Video Tape Recorder (term found in some manuals, same as VCR) VTRAC Vehicle Tracking, Reporting, & Assembly Control= VTRAC is the computer system used to schedule and control the build of vehicles in Ford of Australia's Broadmeadows Assembly Plant. VTURI Venturi VUCC Variable Length Usage Condition Code Vulcanization As a general purpose term, the welding of rubber. VV Variable Venturi Carburetor VVC Variable Voltage Choke VWIRE Vehicle Weight Information Reporting VWOA Volkswagen of America, Incorporated VW 1. Volkswagen 2. View vvt variable valve timing
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W - WAL
W 1. With 2. Tungsten 3. Watt W/O without. W/PRF Waterproof W/S 1. Windshield 2. Weatherstrip W/S/W White Side Wall W/SHLD Windshield W/UP Wind Up W/WPR Windshield Wiper W/WSHR Windshield Washer W3O WorldWide Web Organization - Part of the Quality and Process Leadership Activity, Enterprise Applications. WAC WOT A/C Cutoff WACTS Worldwide Automated Concern/Notice Tracking System WAD Wadding WADES Workload Analysis for Design Engineering Systems WAL 1. Walton Hills Stamping Plant -- Was Cleveland 2. Wall WABI Windows Application Binary Interface WA 1. Werksangehoeriger (Company Employee) 2. Washington
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Wall of Invention - warranty expense
Wall of Invention The World Class Timing program event after which only proven designs, features, inventions, and manufacturing processes are included in the program. The Wall of Invention is coincident with the Program Implementation <PI> milestone. The intent of the Wall of Invention is to ensure that nay system, product, concept or manufacturing or assembly process has had sufficient upfront prove-out to ensure that, if it is included in the program at <PI>, it will not disrupt the execution phase of the program. Wandering A condition in which steering wheels of an automobile tend to turn slowly in first one direction, then the other, interfering with directional control or stability. Wankel Rotary internal combustion engine named for Felix Wankel who devised his version in 1954. Wants Targets that can be traded off or revised during product development to enhance the product. WAP Wayne Assembly Plant Warehouse Stock Space Area required to store production materials, including an allowance for perimeter aisles. Warming Down The process of bringing closure to a meeting. Checking the agenda and the meeting's purpose against the business that has been achieved. Paying attention to the team unit, other team members individally, oneself (one's contribution, gains, feelings) and the place (putting furniture back, cleaning up). Warming Up The start of a good meeting. Paying attention to the place (including furniture arrangement), oneself, other team members, the team unit, the purpose and the agenda for the meeting. warranty expense Warranty expenses include: bumper-tobumper coverage, recalls and campaigns, goodwill assistance, roadside assistance, re-acquired vehicles and reimbursement to dealers for loaners.
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WARRS - WCC
WARRS Warranty And Reliability Reporting System Waste Any expenditure of resources (including time) that does not add value in terms of a customer satisfying quality characteristic (satisfier). [Duncan, William L., Total Quality Key Terms and Concepts, 1995.] Waste Mold ( Styling ) Negative mold destroyed or wasted in freeing the positive cast. Wastegate ( Styling ) Louvers or textured grille that permits the exhausting of air. Can be ornamental. Water Column A reference term used in connection with a manometer. Water Pump Pump which circulates coolant through the engine and cooling system. WATS Wide Area Telephone Service Watt 1. Unit of electrical current. Electrical force or power of one ampere flowing across a potential difference of one volt. 2. A measuring unit of electrical power. It is obtained by multiplying amperes by volts. Watts Linkage A rear suspension linkage which provides exceptional road holding with the use of a solid differential. Named for its innovator. WAY Wayne Assembly Plant WB 1. Wheelbase - Dimension between front and rear axle centerlines 2. Web 3. Webbed 4. Webbing WBS Work Breakdown Structure WCC 1. Weld Control Center 2. Warranty Component Classification A set of classifications used to identify components for warranty reporting.
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WCCCG - Web Authoring
WCCCG Worldwide CAD/CAM Coordinating Group WCR WERS Concern Report WCS World Coordinate System - fixed coordinate system used in AutoCAD WD Warehouse Distribution WD 1. Wide 2. Width WDG Wedge WDH Woodhaven Stamping Plant WDK Wirtschaftsverband Der Kautschukindustrie (Association of the Rubber Industry) WDMO Worldwide Direct Market Operations WDO Window Web A set of software protocols for storing, accessing and communicating information across a global network. Web Authoring Creating documents for the use on the World Wide World. Web authoring includes creating text documents with HTML tags, as well as creating or obtaining suitable graphics and, in many cases, multimedia files. WEA Weather Web Connecting and strengthening member within an engine crankcase. WDS Worldwide Diagnostic System WDR Worldwide Design Requirements WDRF Woodruff
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Web Authoring Tools - Web Survey System
Web Authoring Tools Software packages/tools used to create Web pages in HTML for display on the Intranet/Internet. Web Center of Excellence ( COE ) ( Web COE ) A site on the Ford Intranet which contains standards, recommendations and best practices for the development of Web documents at Ford. On Ford Web: <a href="http://hub.ford.com/coe/">hub.for d.com/coe/</a> Web client A computer that connects to the World Wide Web and downloads Web pages and other data from it. Web document See World Wide Web document or page. Web Farm The Web Farm is a collection of UNIX web servers located at the ECC and Warley data centers. These servers were established to provide Web space for any department within the Ford community interested in publishing information on the Ford World Wide Web. Web Page See World Wide Web document or page. Web Publishing Tools The software tools that are used throughout the entire process of creating and maintaining a Web site, which encompasses converting a text document to HTML, placing the documents on a server, linking documents to one another and maintaining the site. Web server A computer that connects to the World Wide Web and hosts HTML-tagged text documents, graphics, and multi-media files to be downloaded by Web clients. Web Site See World Wide Web Site Web Survey System Web Survey System (WSS) - Ford developed software to develop and deliver intranet surveys. WSS can deliver surveys in any languauge, including Japanese and Chinese.
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Weber ( s ) - WEP #1
Weber ( s ) Carburetors designed and manufactured by Eduard Weber of Turin, Italy. Webmaster (1) The Webmaster is the Web equivalents of a system administrator and is responsible for a Web page and/or site. (2) Business owner representative with the authority to FTP (File Transfer Protocol) a document to the Web Farm for inclusion on the Ford Intranet. WED Wedding Wedge Block Combustion chamber design in which top of piston and surface of block form an angle. WEDS team WERS European Downstream Support Weight Control Vehicles Vehicles selected for monitoring weight changes and will usually include the Cost Control Model and any variant that may be critical to emission weight classification. Weight Distribution Distribution of weight in a motor vehicle front to rear, at the axles. Weight Transfer Effect Since center of gravity of vehicle is located above centers of wheel rotation, a sudden stoppage of vehicle tends to cause center of gravity to move forward, thus throwing more weight on front wheels and less on rear wheels. Weight Type A one or two digit code used when the weight has been estimated. Welding To join two pieces of metal by heating them to fusion or melting point. WEP Windsor Engine Plant WEP Women's Engineering Panel WEP #1 Windsor Engine Plant # 1 -5.8 L Engine program
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WERS - Wheel Weights
WERS 1. Worldwide Engineering Release System - A system used by PEOs to communicate part information released under one of the following authorities: File Set-Up, Study, Facilities, Tooling, Production. 2. Worldwide Engineering Response System WES Windsor Export Supply WF Work Factor wfrs Warranty Financial Reporting System WG Working Group WH Watt-Hour(s) WH Systems Workhorse Prototype, Workhorse Prototype. WH White Wheel 1. Road wheel; i.e., disc, wire, etc. 2. Steering wheel Wheel Center Point at which the axis of rotation of the wheel intersects the wheel plane. Wheel Cylinder Unit for converting hydraulic fluid pressure to mechanical force for actuation of brake shoes and lining against brake drum. Wheel House ( Styling ) Narrow cord that frames door opening, serves to finish edge and close gap. Wheel Plane Central plane of the tire normal to the axis of rotation. Wheel Stand See Wheelie Wheel Torque External torque applied about the axis of rotation of the wheel. Wheel Tramp See Tramp Wheel Weights Lead weights attached to wheel disc (s) or spoke (s) to perfect the dynamic and/or static balance.
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Wheelbase ( WB ) - WI
Wheelbase ( WB ) Distance between front and rear axle. Wheelcover Ornamental disc that covers road wheel of a car | mounted on the rim. Sometimes called wheel disc. (Also see Hubcap) Wheelie ( also Wheelstand ) ( Drag Racing ) Phenomenon of front wheels lifting off pavement when throttle is opened at starting line. whips Whiplash Protection System Whir/Whine High-pitched buzzing sound, like an electric motor or drill. Whistle Sharp, shrill sound, like wind passing a small opening. White Metal An alloy of tin, lead and antimony having a low melting point and a low coefficient of friction. WHL Wheel WHL/HS WHEEL HOUSE Whoop Noise and associated vibration that occurs during dynamic operation of the clutch pedal. (Also known in USA as "In-cycle pedal noise") WHP Whip WHQ World Headquarters (Ford) WHQ Assessments WHQ staffs including Employee Relations, Research, OGC, Central Systems, Public Affairs, Corporate Strategy, Marketing, Environmental/Safety Engineering etc. WHSP Walton Hills Stamping Plant WHZR WHIZZER WI Wisconsin
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WIC - Windows 95 ( Win95 )
WIC Worst In Class Wide Area Information Server ( WAIS ) A robust system (server) that enables users to perform keyword searches across the Internet. The A server accesses WAIS indexed data bases on the Internet. Wide Area Network ( WAN ) A group of computers connected to each other from different physical facilitie by hardware and protocol. WIF Women in Finance - one of Ford's officially-recognized employee resource groups. Wiggle ( British ) Tight, twisting section of a road racing course. WIM Wireless Integration Module; allows integration of a variety of hand-held cellular telephones into vehicle audio systems. Win 32 API A 32-bit application program interface for Windows 95 and Windows NT that updates earlier versions of the Windows API Windcord Narrow cord that frames door opening, serves to finish edge and close gap. WINDG Winding Windmill See Supercharger Windout Letting an engine increase in speed to maximum RPM. Window Molding Molding that frames window of vehicle. Usually stainless steel or bright finished. Windows 95 ( Win95 ) Microsoft's operating system that is the first of its kind designed for multimedia communications.
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Windows NT - Wireless ( British )
Windows NT (Windows New Technology) - A 32 bit operating system that provides interoperability, is protocol independent, portable across different hardware systems, scaleable to work on single or multiprocessor computer systems, and supports SNMP management standards. Windscreen ( British ) See Windshield Windshield Plastic or glass shield or screen in front of driver and/or passenger compartment. Windshield Post ( Styling ) See 'A' Pillar Windshield Post (Styling) See 'A' Pillar. Wing ( British ) See Fender WINS Wholesale Incentive System WIR Wiring Wired Safety Glass A single piece of glass with a layer of meshed wire completely imbedded in the glass. Wireless ( British ) See Radio Winsock Client A Microsoft Windows program which communicates to a TCP/IP based communication network, such as the Internet. Winsock Client A Windows program which will communicate with a TCP/IP-based communications network. WIP Work in Process WIPER Wipers and Washers Subsystem WIPS World Integrated Purchasing System WIPS Worldwide Integrated Purchasing System
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Wires - WMP&S
Wires Wire wheels. (Also, wheelcovers that simulate wire wheels.) Wiring Diagram A detailed drawing of all wiring, connections and units connected together in an electrical circuit. WIS Warranty Indicator System WISE Worldwide Integrated Standards for Engineers - a single source for accessing Ford regulatory and nonregulatory engineering standards and worldwide product standards. See <a href="http://wwwwise.ford.com/">wwwwise.ford.com/</a> Wishbone(s) Independent suspension member(s) in shape of a fork used to mount axle kingpins, axle stubs, etc.; as well as to cradle coil springs, etc. (Also: 'A' Frames and 'A' Frame links.) With Defined Dimensions SLTS Service Labor Time Standards WLD 1. Weld Line Discontinuities 2. Weld 3. Welded 4. Welder 5. Welding WLI Work Load Index WLT Welt WMC Women's Marketing Committee WMP&S Worldwide Market Plans & Strategy WLAC Windlace WIX Wixom Assembly Plant WK WICK WL 1. Work Line 2. Well 3. Wick
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WMTE - Work Product Information ( GIS2 )
WMTE Worldwide Manufacturing Technology Exchange WND 1. Wind 2. Wing WNDG Windage WNG Wing WNH Winch WNTR 1. Winter 2. Winterize WO Work Order WO Word Order WOB/LVR Wobble Lever WOB/PLT Wobble Plate WOCS Worldwide Organization for CAD Standards. The committee responsible for the development and maintenance of CAD data organization standards. This includes how the data is formatted in a file, and the naming and numbering conventions with respect to Ford business practices. Work in Progress ( WIP ) Work In Progress. In the Lessons Learned System, it is the place where a Lesson is saved for review purposes. Work Product Information ( GIS2 ) As a result of government inquiries, pending or potential litigation, certain documents to protect the attorney-client privilege or an attorney's work product should be so marked. This marking identifies these documents as requiring special handling, which shall be in accordance with instructions from the Office of the General Counsel (OGC) or the Office of Tax Councel (OTC). These designations must be used only at the direction of the OGC or the OTC.
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Work-in-Process - World Class Timing ( WCT )
Work-in-Process Any inventory against which direct labor has been applied and has not yet been completed. One of three categories of inventory: raw material, work-in-process, and finished goods. [Duncan, William L., Total Quality Key Terms and Concepts, 1995.] Working Capital Refers to a firm's investment in shortterm assets --- cash, short-term securities, accounts receivable, and inventories. Working Copy A description of some aspect of the CTC process which contains revisions which have not yet been approved by the CTC Coordinating Committee. Workstation Lineside space used by direct labor operator to perform designated duties. Clearance between centerline of conveyors and linefeed or storage areas should be as follows: body w/o doors, 6' minimum; body w/doors attached, 9' minimum; frame riding parallel to conveyor, 6' minimum; frame riding perpendicular to conveyor, one half of the maximum frame length plus 3' is minimum. World Class Process ( WCP ) An improved product development process. WCP is an expansion of Concept-To-Customer (CTC), based on the Fast Cycle Time principle that time is a strategic asset. WCP describes how World Class Timing will be achieved. World Class Timing ( WCT ) One result of using a World Class (product development) Process.
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World Wide Web ( WWW ) - Worldwide Customer Requirements ( WCR )
World Wide Web ( WWW ) HyperText information delivery system. A part of the Internet that allows documents on connected hosts to be hyperlinked together by a language most commonly called HTML; a hypertext-based, multimedia application that enables you to browse and access information on the Internet. World Wide Web document or page A collection of electronic information; a document on the Web that may have pointers that link to graphic files and other Web pages. WORLDREGS Worldwide Regulatory Requirements Status Report - Worst Case Testing .Worst case testing conditions and samples are those that are judged to account for the most severe testing conditions and/or production vehicle configurations which Government Authorities can reasonably be expected to choose to evaluate Ford vehicles. Consequently the following should be considered in specifying the worst case testing - o Rationale for worst case testing o Most adverse production component, system or vehicle weight and supporting rationale o Maximum or minimum occupant parameters o Most adverse conditions on load rate and application, clearance on interfering components, temperatures, dimensions, Regular Production Option (RPO) selection, etc. Worldwide Customer Requirements ( WCR ) WCR consolidates vehicle sign-off requirements for all Company Product Engineering Offices. WCR is established in accordance with Worldwide Engineering Practice No. 15.
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WORM - WRAP
WORM Write Once Read Many (type of storage technology for computers, WORM drive) Worm and Pinion Refers to a type of steering mechanism. Worm Gear A shaft having an extremely coarse thread which is designed to operate in engagement with a toothed wheel, as a pair of gears. WOT Wide Open Throttle WOT Switch Wide Open Throttle Switch WOTS Wide Open Throttle System WP 1. Warranty and Policy 2. Word Processing Working Party WPAA Warranty Policy, Analysis, and Administration WRAP Warranty Reduction Action Plan WRAP Warranty Reporting and Adverse Performance WRA Warranty Responsible Activity - The organizational activity considered to be most effective to identify and address all concerns involving a specific vehicle system, subsystem or component. This approach has been replaced by the QRT concept in 1988. WPAS Worldwide Product Acceptance Specifications WPC West Park Center WPR Wiper WPRC Warranty Parts Return Center WR 1. Warranty & Reliability 2. Wear 3. Wearing
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Wraparound ( Styling ) - WSP
Wraparound ( Styling ) Any surface that goes laterally across car and around a corner; i.e., wraparound windshield, bumper or tail lights. WRBE Wardrobe WRGT Wrought Wringing-Fit A fit with less clearance than for a running or sliding fit. Shaft will enter hole by means of twisting and pushing by hand. Wrist Pin Journal for bearing in small end of an engine connecting rod which also passes through piston walls. See Piston Pin Write-off Depreciation WRK Work WRM Worm WRN Wrench WSP Woodhaven Stamping Plant WRT 1. Warranty Reduction Team 2. Write 3. Written 4. Writer 5. Writing WSD 1) Wholesale Delivery; 2) Wholesale Delivered Price WSHR 1. Washer 2. Washing WSL Web Single Logon - see <a href="http://www.dearborn.ford.com/se curity/wsl/wslpresentation/index.html">www.dearbor n.ford.com/security/wsl/wslpresentation/index.html</a> WRNG Warning WRNT Warranty WRP Wrap
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WSS - WYSIWYG
WSS Web Survey System - Ford developed software to develop and deliver intranet surveys. WSS can deliver surveys in any languauge, including Japanese and Chinese. WSTGT 1. Wastgate 2. Wastgated 3. Wastgating WT Wind Tunnel WT 1. Weight Reudction 2. Weight WTR Water WTRC WEB TECHNOLOGY REUSE CENTER WTY Warranty WU-OC Warm Up Oxidation Catalytic Converter WU-TWC Warm Up Three Way Catalytic Converter WY Wyoming WYSIWYG What You See Is What You Get WW World-Wide WWDT Warm Weather Development Trip WWMP&S Worldwide Marketing Plans and Strategy WWSM World-Wide Sourcing Module Purchasing System used on the CDW27 Program WV 1. West Virginia 2. Wave WVTA Whole Vehicle Type Approval European vehicle approval e process whereby a single member state of the European Union can grant approval that is accepted by all member states. Replaces previous individual National Type Approvals (NTA)
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X - XREV
X Experimental (As 'X Garage') pb X Bar The average of a subgroup of data on an X & R chart. Plotting the X BAR's on a chart tracks the central tendency of a process. X-Car Experimental vehicle. X.500 An OSI protocol for managing online directories of users and resources. It can be used to support X.400 and other messaging systems. However, it is not restricted to e-mail usage. It offers a hierarchical structure fitting the world's classification system: countries, states, cities, streets, houses, families, etc. X/MBR x Member XE Xenon XGA Extended Graphics Array XREV Extended Range Electric Vehicle XREF Cross-reference XRD X-Ray Diffraction XMS Extended Memory Specification XOFF Transmit OFF XON Transmit On XPS X-Ray Photoelectron XLPE Cross-linked Polyethylene XMM Extended Memory Manager XGML This is a family of text manipulation software for IBM mainframes, UNIX, PCs, etc that offers strong support for SGML.
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Y - YUV
Y 1. Yitrium 2. An intersection having the general shape of the letter 'Y,' requiring a turn to the left or right, both turns being substantially less than 90 degrees. It is not possible to go straight at a 'Y'. Y Yitrium Y-T An intersection composed of a T preceded by a branched Y. Y12/ORNL Martin Marietta Energy Systems/Oak Ridge National Lab Y2K Year 2000, especially related to fixing computer software to recognize that 00 means 2000, not 1900. YB Ytterbium Year-Over-Year The profit change or variance analysis for the profit in one period compared with the same period in a prior year. YPE Yield Point Elongation Steel YR Year YTC Your Total Compensation YTD Year To Date YUV Video's native signal format, which must be converted to RGB to be displayed on a monitor. YP Ypsilanti Plant Yellow Tail ( NASCAR ) Rookie driver who must show yellow bumper to indicate inexperience. YIS Years in Service YK Yoke
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Z - ZUS ( ORG )
Z Impedance - symbol used in electrical formulae Z-F 1. (Zahnradfabrik of Friedrichsafen) German gear manufacturing firm. 2. Nickname for quick change (gear ratio) differential. ZCHNG Zeichnung Zero Defects A quality philosophy that advocates a focus on error-free process performance, resulting in defect-free products and/or services. [Duncan, William L., Total Quality Key Terms and Concepts, 1995.] Zero Line ( Styling ) Horizontal and vertical base lines from which all dimensions are taken. ZEV Zero Emissions Vehicle ZIF Zero Insertion Force (type of IC socket) ZIP (ZIP file) compressed file format by PKZip Zip Disk A 3.5 inch removable disk drive that offers 25 MB and 100 MB removable cartridges, and than features a security utility to lock the files on the disk. ZN Zinc ZNR Zener ZPR Zipper ZR Zirconium ZRP Zinc Rich Primer ZUS ( ORG ) Zusammenbau - Authorised Ford Dealer - Business entity that holds a distribution and servicing agreement with a Ford Company under which it has agreed to buy, re-sell and service designated Ford products.
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