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- 1997 Thunderbird 4.6, 1998 Mark VIII LSC
I've compiled a list of some of the more commonly used acronyms you might find on the site, in the context of how they're likely being used on the site. I've tried to omit the silly/less useful ones, but if there are some you can think of that I've missed, let me know and I'll add to the list.
Technical/Car Related Acronyms/Abbreviations
2V = 2-Valve (SOHC)
3V = 3-Valve (SOHC)
4V = 4-Valve (DOHC)
AC = Alternating Current
A/F = Air to Fuel
A/T = Automatic Transmission
ABS = Anti-lock Braking System
ACT = Air Charge Temperature
ATDC = After Top Dead Center
BHP = Brake Horsepower
BOO = Brake On/Off
BSFC = Brake Specific Fuel Consumption
BTDC = Before Top Dead Center
CAI = Cold Air Intake
CCRM = Computer/Constant Control Relay Module
CEL = Check Engine Light
C[K]PS = Crankshaft/Camshaft Position Sensor
COP = Coil On Plug
CTS = Coolant Temperature Sensor/Sender
CV = Crown Victoria/Constant Velocity
DC = Direct Current
DIN refers to size 2″ x 8″ opening that a radio fits into. DIN stands for Duetch Industri Normen (German Industry Standards) which the Germans starting using to standardize the radios in Audis, BMWs, Mercedes and VWs way back in the mid 80’s. It has since become the industry standard.
DOUBLE DIN is the same width of 8″ but is 4″ instead of 2″.
DIS = Distributorless Ignition System
DMM = Digital Multimeter
DOHC = Double Overhead Camshaft
DPFE = Differential Pressure Feedback EGR
DS = Drive Shaft
DTC = Diagnostic Trouble Code
EATC = Electronic Automatic Temeprature Control
ECT = Engine Coolant Temperature
ECM = Engine Control Module*
ECU = Electronic Control Unit
EDIS = Electronic Distributorless Ignition System
EEC = Electronic Engine Control*
EFI = Electronic Fuel Injection
EGR = Exhaust Gas Recirculation
EGT = Exhaust Gas Temperature
ET = Elapsed Time
EVAP = Evaporative Emissions
EVO = Electronic Variable Orifice
EVTM = Electrical and Vacuum Troubleshooting Manual
EVR = EGR Vacuum Regulator
FFS = Feedback Fuel System
F/I = Forced Induction [engine]
FN10 = Full-size North American Project #10 (93-98 Mark VIII)
FP = Fuel Pump
FPDM = Fuel Pump Driver Module
FPR = Fuel Pressure Regulator
FSM = Factory Service Manual
FSSB = Front Suspension Support Brace
HCI = Heads/Cam/Intake
HEGO = Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen Sensor
HO = High Output
[H]O₂S = [Heated] Oxygen Sensor
IAC = Idle Air Control
IAT = Intake Air Temperature
IRCM = Integrated Relay Control Module
IRS = Independent Rear Suspension
IMRC = Intake Manifold Runner Control
J-mod = Jerry's transmission modification
KOEO = Key On Engine Off
KOER = Key On Engine Running
LCA = Lower Control Arm
LECB = Lower Engine Cradle Brace
LTFT = Long Term Fuel Trim
MAF = Mass Airflow [sensor]
MFS = Multi Function Switch "Blinker Switch"
MIL = Malfunction Indicator Lamp
M/T = Manual Transmission
MLPS = Manual Lever Position Sensor
MN12 = Mid-size North American Project #12 (89-97 T-bird/Cougar)
N/A = Naturally Aspirated [engine]
NPI = Non-Performance Improved
NOS = Nitrous Oxide System/New Old Stock
NSS = Neutral Safety Switch
NVH = Noise/Vibration/Harshness
OBD-I = On-Board Diagnostic system Rev. 1
OBD-II = On-Board Diagnostic system Rev. 2
OD = Overdrive
ODA = On Device Adjust
OE[M] = Original Equipment [Manufacturer]
P/A = Power Adder [engine]
PC/ED = Powertrain Control/Emission Diagnostics
PCM = Powertrain Control Module*
PCV = Positive Crankcase Ventilation
PFE = Pressure Feedback EGR
PI = Performance Improved
PID = Parameter ID
PnP = Ported and Polished
PTV = Piston to Valve
RKEM = Remote/Keyless Entry Module
RPM = Revolutions Per Minute
RTLB = Rear Torsional Load Bracing
RWHP = Rear Wheel Horsepower
RWTQ = Rear Wheel Torque
SATC = Semi-Automatic Temperature Control
SC = Super Coupe/Supercharger
SFC = Subframe Connector
SOHC = Single Overhead Camshaft
STB = Shock Tower Brace
STFT = Short Term Fuel Trims
TB = Throttle Body
TC[C] = Torque Converter [Clutch]
TDC = Top Dead Center
TOT = Transmission Oil Temperature
TTY = Torque To Yield
TPS = Throttle Position Sensor
TSU = Temperature Sending Unit
TV = Throttle Valve
UCA = Upper Control Arm
VAPS = Variable Assist Power Steering
VMM = Vehicle Maintenance Monitor
VSS = Vehicle Speed Sensor
WOT = Wide Open Throttle
Misc. Acronyms/Abbreviations
AED = Allen Engine Development
AFAIK = As Far As I Know
BTW = By The Way
SCCoA = Super Coupe Club of America
FRPP = Ford Racing Performance Parts
FWIW = For Whatever It's Worth
IIRC = If I Recall/Remember Correctly
IME = In My Experience(s)
IM[H]O = In My [Humble/Honest] Opinion
N/m = No Message/Nevermind
NIB = New In Box
OP = Original Poster
PBR = Paton's Brake Replacements
QFT = Quoted For [the] Truth
QH = [Moates] Quarterhorse
SCT = Superchips Custom Tuning
TSB = Technical Service Bulletin
TSTSNBN = The Site That Shall Not Be Named
TY = Thank You
TTT = To The Top
X2/X3/+1 = Showing agreement with a previous statement
YMMV = Your Mileage May Vary
* = A reference to a computer. For MN12s and FN10s, many of the different functionalities of specific types of computers in other cars was combined into the single unit PCM.
Technical/Car Related Acronyms/Abbreviations
2V = 2-Valve (SOHC)
3V = 3-Valve (SOHC)
4V = 4-Valve (DOHC)
AC = Alternating Current
A/F = Air to Fuel
A/T = Automatic Transmission
ABS = Anti-lock Braking System
ACT = Air Charge Temperature
ATDC = After Top Dead Center
BHP = Brake Horsepower
BOO = Brake On/Off
BSFC = Brake Specific Fuel Consumption
BTDC = Before Top Dead Center
CAI = Cold Air Intake
CCRM = Computer/Constant Control Relay Module
CEL = Check Engine Light
C[K]PS = Crankshaft/Camshaft Position Sensor
COP = Coil On Plug
CTS = Coolant Temperature Sensor/Sender
CV = Crown Victoria/Constant Velocity
DC = Direct Current
DIN refers to size 2″ x 8″ opening that a radio fits into. DIN stands for Duetch Industri Normen (German Industry Standards) which the Germans starting using to standardize the radios in Audis, BMWs, Mercedes and VWs way back in the mid 80’s. It has since become the industry standard.
DOUBLE DIN is the same width of 8″ but is 4″ instead of 2″.
DIS = Distributorless Ignition System
DMM = Digital Multimeter
DOHC = Double Overhead Camshaft
DPFE = Differential Pressure Feedback EGR
DS = Drive Shaft
DTC = Diagnostic Trouble Code
EATC = Electronic Automatic Temeprature Control
ECT = Engine Coolant Temperature
ECM = Engine Control Module*
ECU = Electronic Control Unit
EDIS = Electronic Distributorless Ignition System
EEC = Electronic Engine Control*
EFI = Electronic Fuel Injection
EGR = Exhaust Gas Recirculation
EGT = Exhaust Gas Temperature
ET = Elapsed Time
EVAP = Evaporative Emissions
EVO = Electronic Variable Orifice
EVTM = Electrical and Vacuum Troubleshooting Manual
EVR = EGR Vacuum Regulator
FFS = Feedback Fuel System
F/I = Forced Induction [engine]
FN10 = Full-size North American Project #10 (93-98 Mark VIII)
FP = Fuel Pump
FPDM = Fuel Pump Driver Module
FPR = Fuel Pressure Regulator
FSM = Factory Service Manual
FSSB = Front Suspension Support Brace
HCI = Heads/Cam/Intake
HEGO = Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen Sensor
HO = High Output
[H]O₂S = [Heated] Oxygen Sensor
IAC = Idle Air Control
IAT = Intake Air Temperature
IRCM = Integrated Relay Control Module
IRS = Independent Rear Suspension
IMRC = Intake Manifold Runner Control
J-mod = Jerry's transmission modification
KOEO = Key On Engine Off
KOER = Key On Engine Running
LCA = Lower Control Arm
LECB = Lower Engine Cradle Brace
LTFT = Long Term Fuel Trim
MAF = Mass Airflow [sensor]
MFS = Multi Function Switch "Blinker Switch"
MIL = Malfunction Indicator Lamp
M/T = Manual Transmission
MLPS = Manual Lever Position Sensor
MN12 = Mid-size North American Project #12 (89-97 T-bird/Cougar)
N/A = Naturally Aspirated [engine]
NPI = Non-Performance Improved
NOS = Nitrous Oxide System/New Old Stock
NSS = Neutral Safety Switch
NVH = Noise/Vibration/Harshness
OBD-I = On-Board Diagnostic system Rev. 1
OBD-II = On-Board Diagnostic system Rev. 2
OD = Overdrive
ODA = On Device Adjust
OE[M] = Original Equipment [Manufacturer]
P/A = Power Adder [engine]
PC/ED = Powertrain Control/Emission Diagnostics
PCM = Powertrain Control Module*
PCV = Positive Crankcase Ventilation
PFE = Pressure Feedback EGR
PI = Performance Improved
PID = Parameter ID
PnP = Ported and Polished
PTV = Piston to Valve
RKEM = Remote/Keyless Entry Module
RPM = Revolutions Per Minute
RTLB = Rear Torsional Load Bracing
RWHP = Rear Wheel Horsepower
RWTQ = Rear Wheel Torque
SATC = Semi-Automatic Temperature Control
SC = Super Coupe/Supercharger
SFC = Subframe Connector
SOHC = Single Overhead Camshaft
STB = Shock Tower Brace
STFT = Short Term Fuel Trims
TB = Throttle Body
TC[C] = Torque Converter [Clutch]
TDC = Top Dead Center
TOT = Transmission Oil Temperature
TTY = Torque To Yield
TPS = Throttle Position Sensor
TSU = Temperature Sending Unit
TV = Throttle Valve
UCA = Upper Control Arm
VAPS = Variable Assist Power Steering
VMM = Vehicle Maintenance Monitor
VSS = Vehicle Speed Sensor
WOT = Wide Open Throttle
Misc. Acronyms/Abbreviations
AED = Allen Engine Development
AFAIK = As Far As I Know
BTW = By The Way
SCCoA = Super Coupe Club of America
FRPP = Ford Racing Performance Parts
FWIW = For Whatever It's Worth
IIRC = If I Recall/Remember Correctly
IME = In My Experience(s)
IM[H]O = In My [Humble/Honest] Opinion
N/m = No Message/Nevermind
NIB = New In Box
OP = Original Poster
PBR = Paton's Brake Replacements
QFT = Quoted For [the] Truth
QH = [Moates] Quarterhorse
SCT = Superchips Custom Tuning
TSB = Technical Service Bulletin
TSTSNBN = The Site That Shall Not Be Named
TY = Thank You
TTT = To The Top
X2/X3/+1 = Showing agreement with a previous statement
YMMV = Your Mileage May Vary
* = A reference to a computer. For MN12s and FN10s, many of the different functionalities of specific types of computers in other cars was combined into the single unit PCM.
