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  • Acronym Definitions - for us NooBs

    SC - Supercharger
    FMU - Fuel management unit
    NOS - Nitrous Oxide Systems
    FAQ - Frequently asked questions
    UDP - Underdrive pulley
    PLX - Probe LX
    PGT - Probe GT
    PGL - Probe GL
    PSE - Probe SE
    VRIS - Variable Resonance Induction System
    AF - Air/Fuel
    ATX - Automatic transaxle
    TB - Throttle body
    VAF - Vane (or Volumetric) air flow meter
    CPS - Crankshaft (or camshaft) position sensor
    TPS - Throttle position sensor
    LLB - Left lane blocker
    MAF - Mass airflow sensor
    MTX - Manual transaxle
    RTFM - Read the * manual
    WOT - Wide open throttle
    YMMV - Your milage may vary
    PITA - Pain in the *
    CYA - Cover your *
    DIY - Do it yourself
    FWIW - For what it's worth
    FYI - For your information
    IMHO - In my humble opinion
    IMO - In my opinion
    IMNSHO - In my not so humble opinion
    BTW - By the way

  • #2
    You forgot a few...
    IIRC - If I recall correctly
    IM - Intake manifold
    AFPR - Adjustable (Aeromotive?) fuel pressure regulator
    KLDE - American 2.5L V6
    KLZE - Japanese 2.5L V6
    I'm sure I'll think of more later!

    Edit :: VC - Valve cover. TP - Test pipe. CAI - Cold air intake. H/I/E - Headers/Intake/Exhaust

    See, I told you I'd think of more!
    Last edited by KevinD; July 30, 2006, 01:48 AM.
    95 PGT MTX - Probezilla - Supercharged 'n Squirted ZE @ 8 psi
    93 FD - LSx 7.0L - 11.6@128.5 (w/ old rotary setup)
    89 DTM PGT - 49K ORIGINAL miles! - MINT! - Sold
    04 Subaru WRX STi - Perrin FMIC, Greddy 3.5" catback, K&N intake - 308AWHP/318AWTQ - Mustang Dyno
    Probezilla & The FD 540 RWHP/415 RWTQ @ 24.5 psi (past rotary setup)

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    • #3
      Originally posted by pktaske
      CPS - Crankshaft (or camshaft) position sensor
      CKP - crank
      CMP - camshaft
      NCPOC: '96 Probe GT

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      • #4
        KOEO - key on engine off
        KOER - key on engine running
        NCPOC: '96 Probe GT

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        • #5
          HO2S: Heated Oxygen Sensor
          EGR: Exhaust Gas Recirculation
          PCV: Positive Crankcase Ventilation
          ATF: Automatic Transmission (or transaxle) Fluid
          ICM: Ignition Control Module (Ignitor)
          TCM: Transaxle Control Module
          PCM: Powertrain Control Module
          ECU: Engine Control Unit
          ECM: Electronic (or engine) Control Module
          *the last three are the same module*
          ABS: AntiLock Brake System
          SRS: Supplemental Restraint System (Airbags)
          O2: Oxygen
          HC: Hydrocarbons (as in emissions)
          NOx: Oxides of Nitrogen (emissions, again)
          PS: Power Steering
          A/C: Air Conditioning
          HVAC: Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning
          CEL: Check Engine Light
          MIL: Malfunction Indicator Lamp (the real name for the CEL)
          BTDC: Before Top Dead Center
          ATDC: After Top Dead Center
          BDC: Bottom Dead Center
          TBT: Timing Belt Tensioner
          TBTA: Timing Belt Tensioner Arm
          AWD: All wheel Drive
          RWD: Rear wheel Drive
          FWD: Front Wheel Drive
          CV: Constant Velocity (a type of U-joint used in FWD)
          KS: Knock Sensor
          FGS: Friction Gear Spring
          ECT: Engine Coolant Temperature (sensor)
          ECTF: Engine Coolant Temperature, Fans (sensor)
          IAC: Idle Air Control
          BPA: Bypass Air Assembly
          FPR: Fuel Pressure Regulator
          CB: Circuit Breaker
          HEI: High Energy Ignition
          TDMA: Too Damn Many Abreviations

          KevinD
          Last edited by KevinD; October 15, 2005, 07:09 PM.
          1995 Sapphire Blue Mustang GT Convertible, 2006 Storm Red Metallic Mercedes-Benz CLK 350 Cabriolet, 2006 Dark Shadow Gray Ford F250 V10 Supercab 4x4, 2004 Perlite Gray Metallic Mercedes-Benz E320 4Matic, 2002 Burgundy Pearl Suzuki XL-7 Touring, 1971 Spring Green Jeep J4000 Gladiator, 1966 Signal Flare Red Ford Fairlane, to name a few...

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          • #6
            TDC: Top Dead Center
            TDG: The Daily Goat
            Stephen Wilds #303
            PhotoPOC
            BMW 328i
            BMW Z4

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            • #7
              HID: high intensity discharge
              DISTY: distributer
              1990 Probe LX MTX sold
              90 Probe GT 89 GT front bumper 89 A pillar Intrax suspension Tenzo interior short shifter Autometer phantom gauges Infinity components greddy engine management South Bend stage III Turbo XS K/N full 2.5 exhaust MAZDA Racing more...
              94probeGT to much to list
              http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/369861/3

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              • #8
                uh PT = Probe Talk . Wow that got by



                and now PT will be all codes.
                94Gt Ze Rio red,afpr,borla, sts,EIBACHS
                ,gray->black int, mx6 leather,
                need rio red sideskirts yesterday
                Ze isnt rice its from JAP its a rice eater
                My car is finally in the garage again

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                • #9
                  BDC - bottom dead center
                  /X\ipoc - Chipoc Black 1994 Probe GT - R.I.P.
                  1993 honda civic hatch - K20
                  1991 honda civic hatch - 12.3:1 C/R balanced for 10,000rpm b16 -Gone-
                  1995 Acura integra GSR 4dr - stuff -Gone-

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                  • #10
                    WG = WasteGate
                    IC = Intercooler
                    F/I = Forced Induction
                    NA = Naturaly Asperated
                    Turbo =

                    1G = First Generation Probe (89 - 92)
                    2G = Second Generation Probe (93 - 97)
                    Last edited by FuLcRuM; April 6, 2006, 06:50 AM.
                    95 Black Probe GT
                    Currently being parted out.

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                    • #11
                      WIP - work in progress
                      Deshaun Johnson African American PT'er
                      1997 Ford Contour SE V6 MTX
                      2000 Ford Focus ZX3 MTX

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                      • #12
                        vpwr = vehicle power

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                        • #13
                          OK, we've had enough fun...
                          Please limit posting to genuine automotive acronyms..

                          KevinD
                          1995 Sapphire Blue Mustang GT Convertible, 2006 Storm Red Metallic Mercedes-Benz CLK 350 Cabriolet, 2006 Dark Shadow Gray Ford F250 V10 Supercab 4x4, 2004 Perlite Gray Metallic Mercedes-Benz E320 4Matic, 2002 Burgundy Pearl Suzuki XL-7 Touring, 1971 Spring Green Jeep J4000 Gladiator, 1966 Signal Flare Red Ford Fairlane, to name a few...

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                          • #14
                            Fgs

                            Well before its closed lets not forget the FGS (friction gear spring). After all its the annoying rattle sound most people complain about regularly..

                            1993 PGT 342K Miles - Sold
                            1996 PSE 330K Miles
                            http://forums.probetalk.com/showthread.php?t=1701317615
                            Proud Owner of a Senior Probe Here on PT!!!

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                            • #15
                              almost forgot LSD= Limited Slip Differential
                              This Is My 94 PGT
                              MTX, Kitted On 18's, Tokico Blues Springs And Struts, CM Stage III, MX-3 Fly, Pacesetter Cat-Back, PA 2" Test Pipe, Phantom Grip In Diff, K&N Filter, RR-Racing STS And Poly Bushings, RR-Racing Motor Mount Inserts,HEI Module

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