Glossary of Terms/Acronyms

1999 Chrysler 300M V6-3.5L VIN GSECTION Glossary of Terms/Acronyms
ABS - antilock brake system
ACM - airbag control module
AECM - airbag electronic control module (ACM)
ASDM - airbag system diagnostic module (ACM)
ATC - automatic temperature control
BCM - body control module
CAB - controller antilock brake
DAB - driver airbag
DLC - data link connector
EBL - electric back lite (rear window defogger)
HVAC - heater ventilation air conditioning
MIC - mechanical instrument cluster
MTC - manual temperature control
OTIS - overhead travel information system
ODO - odometer
PAB - passenger airbag
PCI - Programmable Communication Interface (vehicle communication bus)
PCM - powertrain control module
PDC - power distribution center
PWM - pulse width modulated
RKE - remote keyless entry
SKIM - sentry key immobilizer module
SKIS - sentry key immobilizer system
SPS - speed proportional steering
SQUIB - also called initiator (located in rear of airbag module)
TCM - transmission control module
VFD - vacuum fluorescent display
VTSS - vehicle theft security system
RENDER: 1.0x

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