Ford_Acronyms_List.csv

ACRONYM LIST

(Owner = Graham Snow)

Last changed - 12th April 1999 2017 Entries

ACRONYM SAE DEFINITION (SAE definitions in brackets)================================================================================

1PP 1st production proveout2V two valve engine configuration4V four valve engine configuration2WD 2 wheel drive 3GR third gear4EAT 4 speed electric automatic axle4FE 4 speed electric automatic axle 4GR fourth gear4P production part proveout program4R70W four speed RWD wide ratio auto 700 ft-lbs4WAL 4 wheel anti lock4WD 4 wheel drive4WS four wheel steering4X4 four wheel drive switch4X4L four wheel drive low switch5P pre-production part proveout program5R50 five speed RWD 500 ft-lbs8D eight disciplines A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A/C A/C air conditioningA/D analogue to digitalA/F air fuel ratio A/T automatic transaxleA4LD 4 speed trans with auto lock up converterA4LD-3/4 A4LD 3/4 shift controlA4LD-E 4 speed trans with auto lock up converter - electronicA4LD-PE 4 speed trans with auto lock up con. - partial electronicA4UE FWD version of A4LD-EAA appearance approvalAAI air assist injectorABI applicable binary interfaceABS affordable business structuresABS anti-locking braking systemABS/TC anti-locking braking system/traction control assist moduleAC air conditioningAC alternating currentACA VECTOR assembly code calibration source fileACC air conditioning clutchACCP accelerator pedal sensorACCR air conditioning clutch relayACCS air conditioning cyclic pressure switchACD Automotive Component DivisionACD air conditioning demand switchACDC air charge delay compensationACG Automotive Component GroupACH analogue input channelACHS inputs to a/d converters of engine managementACHSA analog channels - serial port A (a/d khan. on expander chip)ACL acceleration (output for ride control module) ACL aircleanerACON A/C on

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvACP audio communications protocolACP automated cycle planACPR/ACPSW air conditioning head pressure switchACPS/ACPT air conditioning head pressure sensorACS automatic clutch systemACSPD active clamp short circuit protection diodeACT IAT air charge temperature (intake air temp)ADC analog to digital converterADC automatic data captureAECD auxiliary emission control deviceAEFEO Automotive Emissions and Fuel Economy OfficeAF alternate frequencyAFE average fuel economyAFR air fuel ratioAFR application feature requestAFP application feature planAFV alternative fuel vehiclesAGV automatic guided vehicleAHFS air cond/heater function select switchAHFSS air cond/heater function select switchAI artificial intelligenceAIC analog input channelAIC analog input conditioner AICE analog input conditioner for EEC-VAIEG Automotive and Industrial Electronics Group (Motorola)AIM audible intermittent monitorAIM autoranging injection monitorAIR air injection reaction (secondary air injection)AIRB air injection reaction (secondary air injection) bypassAIRD air injection reaction (secondary air injection) diverterALB anti-locking braking systemALFF alternator load feed forwardALFLD alternator fieldALTCOM alternator commandALTLAMP alternator lampALTMON alternator monitorALU arithmetic logic unitAM AIR air management (pulse air) (secondary air injection)AM-1 air management number one (bypass valve)AM-2 air management number two (diverter)AM audio modulationAMAP analogue manifold air pressure (sensor)AMCU advanced Micro Unit Controller Division of MotorolaAMUX analogue multiplexerANA analogue input channelAND activity network diagramAML Aston Martin LagondaANSI American national standard instituteAOD automatic overdrive (RWD)AOD-E automatic overdrive - electronic controlAOD-I/AODE ADD improved w/electronic shift (RWD)AODW-I/AODE-W ADD improved w/electronic shift wide ratio, see 4R70WAODW-P ADD improved w/electronic shift standard ratio AP accelerator pedalAOED automatic overdrive automatic transmissionAOL America on lineAP accelerator pedal sensorAP activity procedureAPAO Asia Pacific Automotive OperationsAPEHC alternator powered electrically heated catalystAPCM auxiliary powertrain control moduleAPI application programmers interfaceAPO Automotive Products Operations (Ford)APO Asia Pacific OfficeAPP accelerator pedal positionAPPES Asia Pacific Powertrain Electronics SubsystemsAPQP advanced product quality planAPR additional parameter restriction (OBD)

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvAPR adjusted period rateAPR assemble problem reportAPSM alternator power switch module (for EHC)APSO Asia Pacific Sales OfficeAPSW air pump switch (secondary air)APTA Automotive Products Trade AgreementAPTE Advanced Powertrain EngineeringAPTEC advanced powertrain electronic controllerARC automatic regulator controlARC automatic ride controlAS added starterASM automatic shift manual transmissionASC automatic speed controlASC air suspension coilASDS application specific diagnostic specificationASES Automotive Safety and Engineering StandardsASC air suspension coil ASCII American standard code for information interchangeASI application specific integrated circuitASI asynchronous inline communicationASI asynchronous simultaneous injectionASQ automated software qualityAST assembly code strategy source fileATA American Trucking Association (protocol)ATC after top centreATC automatic temperature controlATDC after top dead centreATOD automatic transaxle overdriveATOD-E automatic transaxle overdrive - electronically controlledATS intake air temperature (SAE definition)AVT Advanced Vehicle TechnologyAWD all wheel driveAWS analytical warranty system (was QIS)AWS auxiliary warning systemATS ambient temperature sensorATX automatic transmission transaxleAX4N synchronous shift transmission w/lock-up convertorAX4S automatic transaxle 4-speed synchronous shift (was AXOD)AXEM AXOD w/electronic controls and modulated LU converterAXMM AXOD w/electronic controls and high torque capacityAXNS AXOD with non synchronous shiftAXOD automatic transaxle overdrive transmissionAXOE AXOD with electronic controlsAXOD-E/AXOE automatic transaxle overdrive, electronically controlled B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B

B&A Body and Assembly DivisionB&AO Body and Assembly OperationsB&CE Body and Chassis Product EngineeringB&CO Body and Chassis OperationBANK1 injector bank #1BANK2 injector bank #2BAO Body and Assembly OperationsBAP barometric absolute pressureBASIC beginners all-purpose symbolic instruction codeBATT+ B+ battery positive voltageBATTEMP battery temperatureBCA VECTOR processed .FCA used in calibrationBCC battery charge controlBCCS buffer coil current senseBCIS bar code information systemBDC bottom dead centerBDS bi-directional speed sensing (trans OSS)BET battery electrolyte temperatureBI bi-directional input/background informationBIC best in class

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvBIN binary pointBIN VECTOR strategy & calibration object file (released product)BIOS basic input/output operating systemBIPS billions of instructions per second BJB battery junction blockBLI business leadership implementationBLR blowerBMAP barometric and manifold absolute pressureBMEP brake mean effective pressureBMP VECTOR binary scaling and modifiable parameters fileBMW Bayerische Matron WorkBNC bayonet nut couplerBO Body OperationsBOB breakout boxBOM bill of materialsBOO brake on/off (status)BOOST turbo-charger boost solenoidBP BARO barometric pressureBPA brake pressure applied switchBPA bypass airBPAV bypass air valveBS bank select - memory expansion , enhanced EEC-IVBSCO brake specific carbon monoxide (testing)BSFC brake specific fuel consumptionBSI British Standards InstituteBSS British Standards SpecificationBST bench system testBRF VECTOR binary cross referenceBTC a group of signals (A `bus')BTDC before top dead centreBTW by the wayBVRS buffered VRSBVT back pressure variable transducerBYPA bypass air for ISC C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C3P CAD/CAM/CAE/PIM!C4DE CDW ATX 4spd transmission w/electronic controls (FWD)CAA California Air AuthorityCAA clean air act CAC charge air coolerCAC charge air cooler centreCAC customer assistance centreCACSD computer aided control system designCAD computer aided designCADCAM computer aided design computer aided manufactureCADDS Computervisions automated design & drafting systemCAE computer aided engineeringCAEESE Core and Advanced Electrical/Electronic Systems EngineeringCAFE corporate average fuel economyCALS calibration selectCALSEL calibration selectCAM computer aided manufactureCAMP camshaft position (diesel)CAN controller area network - similar to SCPCANP canister purgeCANP-CC constant current canister purgeCANPSNS canister purge sense (onboard diagnostic flow detection)CANVNT canister vent solenoidCAPE Core and Advanced Powertrain Engineering CAPE cylinder absolute position encoderCAPIS common adverse performance information systemCARB Californian Air Resources Board CARB carburetor - remember them?CARESS cost and repair estimation support system

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvCART custom asynchronous receiver-transmitterCAS clutch activation switchCAS cold advance solenoidCASCE Core and Advanced Subsystem and Component EngineeringCASE computer aided software engineeringCASS compressor anti-slugging strategyCAVM competetive analysis and value managementCAVSE Core and Advanced Vehicle Systems EngineeringCAW Canadian Auto WorkersCBD DI closed bowl distributor - (distributor ignition)CCA cold crank ampsCCC ceramic chip carrierCCC TCC converter clutch control - electronic transmissionCCD Climate Control DivisionCCD computer control dwellCCE Climate Control EngineeringCCM comprehensive component monitorCCO Climate Control OperationsCCO TCC converter clutch overrideCCOT clutch cycling orifice tube system (A/C)CCRM constant clutch relay moduleCCRM constant control relay moduleCCS cluster control systemCCS coast clutch solenoid - used electronic transmissionCCS coil driver senseCCSD Climate Control Systems DivisionCCTM CAD/CAM the MasterCD4E CDW27 gearbox, electronic controlled 3 speed + overdriveCD compact discCD context diagramCDA coil driver ACDB coil driver BCDB components databaseCDC Career Development CouncilCDC central diagnostics connectorCDC coil driver CCDD coil driver DCDP compact disc playerCDQA customer driven quality awards CDROM compact disc read only memoryCDS component design specificationsCDS corporate directory systemCDT coast down timeCEL MIL check engine light (malfunction indicator lamp)CELO cold engine lock outCEE C--! or PED CCES CPP clutch engage switch (clutch pedal position)CETP corporate engineering test procedureCF causal factorCFC chloroflurocarbonsCFD computational fluid dynamicsCFD control flow diagram - teamwork CFI TBI central fuel injection (throttle body injection)CFM cubic feet per minuteCFR component fault report (Jaguar)CFR customer flight recorderCFT cross functional teamCHT cylinder head temperatureCHTIL cylinder head temperature indicator lightCIB capital investment budgetCID cubic inch displacementCID cylinder identifier - SEFI phase detectCID-H cylinder identifier, hall effect sensorCID-V cylinder identifier, variable reluctance sensorCIM continuous inferred mileageCIRS continuous improvement recognition systemCIS CPP clutch interlock switch (clutch pedal position switch)

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csv CKP crankshaft position sensor CL closed loopCISC complex instruction set computerCLC centrifugal lock-up clutch (on ATX)CKP crankshaft positionCLFP carrier less flat packCLI calling line identityCLK clockCLN control level networkCLTHR CTP closed throttle (position)CLUTCH clutch engage switchCMM capability maturity model (software)CM configuration managementCMB Change Management BoardCMEG current model engineering groupCMOS complimentary metal oxide semiconductor silicon technology CMP camshaft position sensorCMP camshaft position sensorCMS catalyst monitor switchCMS code management system - DEC'sCMVSS Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety StandardCN change noticeCNC computer numerically controlledCNG compressed natural gasCNVS competitive new vehicle surveyCNVQ competitive new vehicle qualityCNTC counter channelCO carbon monoxideCO2 carbon dioxideCOB close of businessCOC certificate of conformityCOC OC conventional oxidation catalystCOF chip on filmCOG chip on glassCONT continuous memoryCOP coil on plugCOS Ford Colorado Springs IC design centerCOTS commercial off the shelf softwareCP confirmation prototypeCPA critical path analysis specificationCPAS corporate product acceptance specificationCPC confirmation prototype craftmanshipCPD Car Product DevelopmentCPDL car program direction letterCPF confirmation prototype function CPI consumer price indexCPI continuous process improvementCPL corporate policy letterCPM critical path method teamCPMT corporate program module teamCPOK central processor unit OK - proc. fault detectCPP CPP clutch pedal position switchCPS CKP crankshaft position sensorCPSC corporate product system classificationCPU central processor unitCQIS common quality indicator systemCR change requestCR concern resolutionCR compression ratioCRC cyclic redundancy checkCRCR concern report & change reportCRDS coporate reliability data systemCRM corporate records managementCRS cockney rhyming slangCRSB crankshaft reference sensor buffered (diesel)CSB chip select barCSD EEC-IV module - CFI speed density use

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvCSD characteristic shift downwardCSEGND case groundCSI cold start injectorCSM computer systems manualCSS calibration select switchCSSR/E cold start spark retard/enleanmentCSSRE coordinated start strategy to reduce emissionsCSV cold start valveCT AIR closed throttle (secondary air injection)CT conventional thermactor air injection)CTA cam timing actuatorCTAB chronometrics task allocation boardCTC concept to customerCTIS corporate technical information systemCTM catalyst temperature monitorCTM central timer moduleCTO clean tachometer output (EEEC)CTO constant torque with optimum ignitionCTO-L constant torque with optimum ignition, limited by detonation CTOX continuous trap oxidizerCTR continuous variable electronic CTX with full controlCTS catalyst temperature switchCTSC corporate technical specialist committeeCTX continuous variable transmission transaxleCTX-E continuous variable transmission transaxle - electronicCV canister ventCV curriculum vitaeCVH compound valve angle hemispherical chamberCVRM corporate vehicle requirements manualCVS constant volume samplingCVSP corporate vehicle simulation programCVT continuous variable transaxleCVT current to vacuum transducer (EGR system)CVV canister vent valve (EVAP)CY calendar year D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D

D&R design and releaseD/A digital to analogueD/AC digital to analogue converterDAB digital to analogue broadcastingDAC digital to analogue converterDAL data access languageDARC dual access random access memory (RAM) chipDAS data acquisition systemDAT digital audio tapeDAT diversity advisory teamsDATA+/- data communications link signal and returnDATA+ data communications link positive - used serial come.DATA- data communications link negative - used serial come.DATC dual electronic automatic temperature controlDBC direct broadcast by satelliteDBW drive by wireDC direct currentDCC digital compact cassetteDCL data communication linkDCM direct current motorDCO duty cycle output (duty cycle expander chip)DCP dimensional control plansDD data dictionary - teamworkDDB device dependent bitmapDDE data dictionary entry - teamworkDDI data dictionary index - teamworkDDL direct data linkDDTS distributed defect tracking systemsDDA Detroit Diesel Allison (transmission)DDMS diagnostic data management system

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvDDSW driver demand switchDECX de-oxidise MAF sensorDEF defrosterDEOX de-oxide MAF sensorDEPT delta exhaust pressure transducer (was PFEGR)DES data encryption standardDESC direct clutch control (CD4E)DF deterioration factor (emissions)DFC dud FZFO channelDFCO decel fuel cut offDFD data flow diagram - teamworkDFL drive for leadershipDFM design for manufactureDFS decel fuel shutoffDGPIL diesel glow plugs indicator lampDHSD dual high side driverDI data instruction - teamworkDI direct injectionDI disable interruptDI distributor ignitionDI driver information DIB device independent bitmapDIG digital input generatorDIG TACH digital tachometer (ICCD2)DIL dual inline packageDIN Deutche Industrie Norm (equiv to SAE)DIP dual inline packageDIS EI distributorless ignition systems (electronic ignition)DIS draft international standardDIS driver information systemsDISI direct injection spark ignition DLC data link connectorDLL down line load systemDLL dynamic link libraryDMFW dual mass flywheelDMOS double diffused metal oxide semiconductorDMR direct memory reference (request)DNR dynamic noise reductionDNS did not startDNS domain name serviceDOC VECTOR documentationDOHC double overhead camshaftDOL data output link - to fuel computerDOS disk operating systemDPC dynamic pressure control (5R50)DPFE delta PFE (senses pressure on both sides of element - PFEGR)DPI dual plug inhibitDPM defects per millionDPR dual pressure regulatorDPTC Diversified Products Technical CentreDQR design quality review/review/rideDQR durability, quality and reliabilityDQSDD department QSDDDQSDL department QSDLD&RR design and release responsibilityDRAM dynamic random access memoryDRF cross reference file for RCON 4.xDRL day time running lampsDS DI duraspark ignition (distributor ignition)DSM dealer service moduleDSP digital signal processDSM dealer service moduleDST digital signature transponderDSTN double super twisted nematicDT decision tableDTD demand to deliveryDTC DTC diagnostic/dynamic trouble code

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvDTI delta time inputDTM DTM diagnostic test modeDUCE duty cycle expander chipDUT device under testDDV demonstration development vehicleDV design verification/validationDVC design verification catalogDVM design verification methodDVOM digital volt ohm multimeterDVP design verification planDVP&R design verification plan and reportDVPSOR design verification plan and sign off planDVT design verification testDYNMOD DYNAMIL model E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E-TRANS any electronically controlled transmissionE40D electronically controlled four speed overdrive transmissionEABI embedded applicable binary interfaceEAM EAIR electronic air managementEAMM electronic air management monitorEAO European Automotive OperationsEAP electronic air pumpEAROM electrically alterable read only memoryEAS engine as shippedEATC electronic automatic temperature controlEATM European automotive test manualEATP European automotive test procedureEB EBY BrelianEBI external bus interfaceEBC electronic engine control bus controllerEBE exhaust brake enable (diesel)EBO engineering bill of materialEBP exhaust back pressure (diesel) EC engine controlEC European CommissionECA PCM electronic control assembly (powertrain control module)ECAD-I electronically controlled accessory drive inputECAD-O electronically controlled accessory drive outputECAN extended controller area networkECD external contact databaseECEMO Electronic Component Engineering Manufacturing Office ECL engine coolant levelECM PCM engine control module (powertrain control module)ECM enterprise customer managementECN engineering computer networkECO engine change overECP extended capabilities portECS Electronic Control Systems - now PCTECS engine crank switchECT engine coolant temperatureECU PCM electronic control unit (powertrain control module)EDA electronic design automationEDAP employee development & assistance programEDF FC electro drive fanEDF electro drive fan - for EEC-IV cooling controlEDFM LFCM electro drive fan monitor (low speed)EDI electronic data interchangeEDIS EI electronic distributorless ignition (electronic ignition)EDM EDIS diagnostic monitor inputEDO extended data outEDS electrical distribution systemsEDTS electronic development tracking systemEE Electrical EngineeringEEC electronic engine controlEEC-IV electronic engine control fourth generation

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvEEC-V electronic engine control fifth generationEED Electrical and Electronics Division (see ELD)EEEC enhanced electronic engine controlEEGR electric exhaust gas recirculation EEO Engine Engineering OfficeEEPROM electrically erasable programmable ROMEEPROM PROG electrically erasable programmable ROM programmingEESE Electrical/Electronic Systems EngineeringEESS electrical/electronic systems specification EFE early fuel evaporationEFE fuel evaporation heater switchEFT engine fuel temperatureEFI MFI electronic fuel injection (multiport fuel injection)EFM electronic fuel meteringEGA EGR actuatorEGC EGR controlEGC electronic governor controlEGI exhaust gas igniterEGO exhaust gas oxygenEGO2 exhaust gas oxygen (dual)EGPAS European General Product Acceptance SpecificationEGR EGR exhaust gas recirculationEGRPS electric EGR position sensorEGR-SO exhaust gas recirculation shut-offEGRC exhaust gas recirculation controlEGRSNS EGR sense (capability of EGR flow detectionEGRT EGR temperature EGR-TVV exhaust gas recirculation thermal vacuum valveEGRV exhaust gas recirculation vent (solenoid) EGRT exhaust gas recirculation temperatureEGT exhaust gas temperature sensorEHC electrically heated catalystEHC exhaust heat controlEHFD Electrical and Fuel Handling DivisionEI electronic ignitionEIC electronic instrument clusterEL electro-luminescenceELA European legislative average (fuel economy)ELD Electronics DivisionELM electronic load moduleELO Electronics OperationsELT electronic thermostatEMC electro magnetic compatibilityEMI electro magnetic interferenceEMR engineering modification requestEMR electronic control modification requestEMS education management systemEMS electronic mail systemEMS engine management systemENL engine loadEOBD European on board diagnosticsEOL end of lineEON enhanced other networkEOS electronical over-stressEOS executive operating systemEOSC external crystal oscillatorEOT engine oil temperature sensorEP engineering procedureEP evaluation prototypeEP external purchase EPA Environment Protection AgencyEPAS electric power assist steeringEPAT encrypted passive anti theftEPC electronic pressure control (electronic throttle valve)EPC-CLK electronic pressure control clockEPC-DA electronic pressure control data output

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvEPCOCM electronic pressure control over current monitorEPCSNS electronic pressure control senseEPD European product designEPIC electronic p/t integrated controller, (8065, DARC, DUCE)EPMT engine program module teamEPP enhanced parallel portEPR exhaust back pressure regulatorEPROM EPROM erasable programmable ROMEPT PFE exhaust pressure transducer input (pressure feedback EGR)EQUIP engineering quality improvement programmeER engineering releaseERBP electronic rear brake proportionerERD engineering request documentERD entity relationship diagramERFS electronic returnless fuel systemERP enterprise resource planningERTZ electronic return to zeroES engineering specificationE&SE Environmental and Safety EngineeringESC electronic spark controlESC electronic steering committeeESD electrostatic dischargeESE Envirnmental and Safety EngineeringESO engineering sign offESO engine shut off solenoidESP extended service planESR executive salary roll (SG 16 and above)ESS electronic shift schedulingESS engineering subsystem specificationESTA early sourcing target agreementESTP EEC STP: 100 degF ACT, 29.875" Hg BP, 200 degF ECTET102 enhanced engine subsystem assumptionET103 enhanced engine component assumptionETA electronic thermactor airETC Electronic Technical CentreETC electronic throttle controlETC electronic transmission controlsETG electronic temperature guageETIL engine temperature indicator lightETL Experimental Test Laboratory. (Dunton)ETM electronic throttle monitorETV electronic throttle valveETV-CLK electronic throttle valve clock lineETV-DTA electronic throttle valve data lineETVOCM electronic throttle valve over current monitorETWC equivalent test weight classEUL extended useful lifeEV electric vehicle EVAP evaporative emission canister purgeEVB evaluation boardEVCT European variable cam timingEVE electro-vacuum EGREVO electronically variable orifice (for PAS) EVP EGR valve positionEVR EGR valve regulatorEVR electronic vacuum regulatorEVR electronic voltage regulatorEVR-CC constant current electronic vacuum regulatorEVR-HC high current electronic vacuum regulatorEVR-LC low current electronic vacuum regulatorEXTINT external interrupt F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F/R forward/reverseFAC Ford Aerospace CorporationFAC/LIB VECTOR strategy library source/processed

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvFACE four cylinder AICE chipFACT Ford automotive control terminologyFAME Ford automatic motor evaluationFAO Ford Automotive OperationsFAOSC fore/aft oxygen sensor controlFAP Ford automotive procedureFAQ frequently asked questionsFAST formalised automated strategy/software testingFAT formalised automated testingFB functional buildFBC feed back carburetorFBOO foot brake on - offFC fan controlFCA calibration source file for .ACA .BCA and FACTFCG Ford college graduateFCGP Ford college graduate programFCIL fuel cap indicator light (used on EEC)FCL fact calibration listing fileFCN Ford Communication networkFCS FF fuel control solenoid (flexible fuel sensor)FCSD Ford Customer Service DivisionFDCS fuel delivery control signal (diesel)FDDI fibre distribution data interfaceFDI Ford Design InstituteFDR final drive ratioFDVS Ford design verification systemFEA finite element analysisFEAD front end accessory driveFEDV fuel economy data vehiclesFEM fuel economy moduleFEP Ford Electronica PortugueseFEPROM FEEPROM flash electrically erasable programmable read only memoryFEPS flash EPROM power supplyFEM fuel economy meterFET field effect transistorFEU field evaluation unitFEU functional evaluation unitFFDOL flexible fuel data output linkFF flexible fuelFF fuel feed (diesel)FFDOL flex fuel output link (used on EEEC)FFH fuel fired heater (diesel)FFI fuel fill information (capability of fuel event OBD II) FFS FF flexible fuel sensorFFT fast Fourier transformFFV FF flexible fuel vehicleFGI fuel gauge inputFGS first gear switchFHO Ford Hiroshima OfficeFIAT Fabbrica Italiana Automobils TorinoFIB focus ion beamFIC fuel integrated channelFIEM functionally integrated electronic moduleFIFO first in first outFILS fuel injector lift sensorFILTACH filtered tachometer output (FTO)FIMS Ford information management systemFIN Ford identification numberFINIS Ford international numbering systemFIO file input outputFIPL fuel injector pump sensorFIPS fuel injector pressure sensorFIS fingertip input switchFLASH in-circuit electronically erasable EPROMFLC fluid link converter transmission 3 speed (FWD)FLC K/D fluid link converter kick downFLI fuel level input

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvFLOH fast light offFLP fuel lever positionFLS fluid level sensorFLTM Ford laboratory test manualFM forward moduleFM frequency modulationFMA failure mode analysisFMC Ford Motor CompanyFMCC Ford Motor Credit CompanyFMCW frequency modulated continuous waveFMEA failure mode & effects analysisFMEM failure mode effect managementFMLD Ford Motor Land DevelopmentFMM failure mode managementFMM fluid maintenance monitorFMVSS Federal Motor Vehicle Safety StandardFNH Ford New HollandFO fuel octaneFOA Ford of AustraliaFOB Ford of BritainFOC free of chargeFOC Ford of CanadaFOC Fairlane Office CentreFOE Ford of EuropeFOG Ford of GermanyFOJ Ford of JapanFOM Ford of MexicoFOP Ford of Portugal FOS Ford of SpainFOX function of XFP FP fuel pumpFPDM fuel pump driver moduleFPDS Ford Product Development System (was WCP)FPH fuel pump high speedFPL fuel pump low speedFPM fuel pump monitorFPRC fuel pressure regulator controlFPM fuel pump monitorFPS Ford production systemFPS fuel pressure sensorFPSD Ford Parts and Service Division (now FCSD)FPSE floating point software envelopeFPR fuel pump relayFPRC fuel pressure regulator controlFPV financial planning volumeFQR Ford Quality RenewalFRACAS failure reporting, analysis and corrective action systemFRPS fuel rail pressure sensorFRPT fuel rail pressure transducerFRT fuel rail temperatureFRTEMP fuel rail temperatureFRTS fuel rail temperature sensorFRTSNS fuel rail temperature sensorFRTSW fuel rail temperature switchFS fuel senderFSC fail safe coolingFSE field service engineerFSE Foreign Service Employee (now ISE)FSEIR field service engineer investigation reportFSP FACT specification processorFSS fuel shutoff system (diesel)FSS full service suppliersFST VECTOR FACT strategyFSTN foil-compensated super twisted nematicFSV fuel start valveFSVM fuel solenoid valve monitor FT fuel trim (CO pot?)

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvFTA fault tree analysisFTA filtered tachometer outputFTACH filtered RPM signal for tach usageFTEP Ford technical educational programFTO filtered tachometer outputFTO Ford Tractor OperationsFTP Federal test procedureFTP file transfer protocolFTP fuel tank pressureFTPT fuel tank pressure transducerFTS fuel temperature switch/sensorFUEL fuel level sensorFUEL TMP fuel temperatureFWD front wheel driveFWS four wheel steeringFYI for your information G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G GAP global architecture processGAS the original TLAGASP global application specific powerGCDS generic component design specificationGD Glass DivisionGDM graphic display monitorGDT geometric dimensioning and tolerancingGE graphic equaliserGEM generic electronic moduleGEM GCM governor electronic module (governor control module) GEN generator/alternatorGEMS GTO engineering management systemGFI gaseous fuel injectionGIC general integrated circuit (specification)GIS1 global information standard 1GM General MotorsGMAP/GMAPPA MAPPA MAP switch point signal to governor moduleGMAPPA engine load corr. for altitude output to governor moduleGMB General Motors BrazilGND GND groundGOF glued on filmGOP glued on pinsGPAS general product acceptance specificationsGPC/GPLUG glow plug control outputGPIB general purpose interface busGPIRS global prototype inventory requisistion and schedulingGPL glow plug lamp (diesel)GPPNG global powertrain process network guideGPS gallons per secondGPS global positioning satelliteGPS Global Powertrain SystemsGRP glass reinforced plasticGSC governor speed controlGSR general salary rollGSS gear select solenoidGST ST generic scan toolGTO Global Testing OperationsGUFI graphical user friendly interfaceGUI graphical user interfaceGVDS generic vehicle design specificationGVC governor valve control solenoidGVW gross vehicle weight H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H HAL HAL 9000HBCC host bus controller chipHBOO handbrake on/off

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvHBR high blower relayHBS hardware back up systemHBV heater blower voltageHC high compressionHC hydrocarbonsHCC hybrid chip carrierHCDSS high clutch drum speed sensorHCFD hydraulic cooling fan drive HCR hardware change requestHCS high compression swirl - Valencia engineHCT high coolant temperature (diesel)HDL headlampHDL hardware description languageHDL high level design languageHDR high data rateHDS hot drive simulator (Dunton)HDT heavy duty truckHEC hybrid electronic clusterHEDF HFC high speed electro-drive fanHEDFM HFCM high speed electro-drive fan monitorHEGO HO2S heated exhaust gas oxygen sensorHEGO-HTR heated exhaust gas oxygen sensor - heaterHEGOHTR heated exhaust gas oxygen sensor - heaterHEGOG heated exhaust gas oxygen sensor groundHEGOVM heated exhaust gas oxygen sensor voltage monitorHEGOX heated exhaust gas oxygen (signal)HEI high energy ignitionHES Health & Safety ExecutiveHESC hybrid electronic spark controlHFC high fan controlHFP high fuel pumpHHTR HEGO heaterHICOMP hot injector compensation strategyHID high intensity discharge (lighting)HIL hardware in the loopHIPO high speed input/PWM output channelHLOS hardware limited operation strategyHO high outputHO2S HEGO oxygen sensorHOLD IC hex output latching driver IC (used on EEEC)HPHR high pressure high resistance fuel injectorHPU hydraulic pressure unitHRD human resource developmentHRDC Human Resource Development CentreHSC high swirl combustionHSET high sided electronic transmission driverHSF high speed fanHSI high speed inputHSO high speed outputHSOP heatsunk small outline packageHSSO high speed serial outputHTML hyper text mark-up languageHTTP hyper text transfer protocolHTR heater driverHTRM HEGO sensor heater voltage monitorHUD head up displayHUMSNS humidity sensorHW hardwareHWS heated windshieldHZ Hertz (cycles/sec)

I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I

I/O bidirectional channelI4 in-line 4 cylinder engine IA intake airIA idle service adjust

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvIAC BPA idle air control bypass airIACT integrated air charge temperature sensorIAIS integraed air induction systemIAM intake air manifoldIAFM integrated air fuel moduleIAO International Automotive OperationsIAR integral alternator regulatorIAS idle adjust switchIAS inlet air solenoid IAT intake air temperatureIB5 Ford 5 speed manual transmissionIBM international business machinesIBS inter-byte separation timeIC instrument clusterIC IC integrated circuitICBA intra company buying authorityICC intelligent cruise controlICCD improved computer controlled dwellICCD1 improved computer controlled dwell (1st generation)ICCD2 improved computer controlled dwell (2nd generation)ICCE Integrated Circuit Component EngineeringICE in car entertainmentICE in circuit emulationICE internal combustion engineICES information communication entertainment safety & securityICM ICM ignition control moduleICP injection control pressure (diesel)ICT IMRC inlet air controlICVH improved CVH engine NAAO manufactureIDDQ current drain drain quiescentIDE integrated drive electronicsIDI indirect injection - diesel engineIDM ignition diagnostic monitorIDR increased data rateIEC International Electrotechnical CommissionIEE Institution of Electrical EngineersIEEE Institution of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IFI indirect fuel injectionIFE instantaneous fuel economyIFPC integrated fuel pump controllerIFS IFS inertia fuel shutoff switchIFTL Iveco Ford Truck LimitedIGBT insulated gate bipolar transistorIGGND ignition groundIGGNDS ignition ground shieldIHC inlet heat controlILO in lieu ofIM ignition monitorIMD ignition monitor detectIMEP indicated mean effective pressure IMCC intake manifold communication runner controlIMCCM inlet manifold communicator control moduleIMHO in my humble opinionIMP integrated module predriver (eg HEGO heater control)IMP intelligent MOSFET predriver, see aboveIMRC intake manifold runner controlIMRCM intake manifold runner control monitorIMRP intake manifold runner control positionIMS inferred mileage sensorIMS inter-message separation timeIMT intake manifold tuning, aka IMCCIMTV intake manifold tuning valveIMTVM intake manifold tuning valve monitorINCOSE International Council on System EngineeringINDS variable induction system is as swirl controlINJ1 injector bank #1 or injector #1INJ2 injector bank #2 or injector #2

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvINJn injector bank #n or injector #nIO input/output, bidirectional channelIP index pointIP injection pressureIP instrument panelIP intellectual propertyIPAT integrated passive anti theftIPR injection pressure regulator (diesel)IPS idle position switch (diesel)IPW injector pulse widthIR infra redIRCM CCRM integrated relay control module (const. contr. relay module)IRC interrupt requestIS interface specificationISA idle speed adjustmentISO International Standards OrganisationISO ISO linkISC IAC idle speed control (idle air control)-BYPA ISC - bypass air-CC ISC - constant current drive (BPA type)-DCM ISC - direct current motor-ENA ISC - DC motor enable-F/R ISC - DC motor forward/reverse-PW ISC - pulse width drive-SMA/B ISC - stepper motor winding A or BISD instructional systems designISFC indicated specific fuel consumptionISIG inductive signatureISIR initial sample inspection reportISIS image and scanner interface standardISO International Standards InternationalISP Internet service providerISS independent software vendorISS intermediate shaft speedIT instruction transferITE integrated test environmentITS idle tracking switchITS information technology security encription criteriaITTV intake tract throttle valve outputITVC intake valve controlIVAC intelligent vehicle analysis and calibration IVD interactive vehicle dynamicsIVFER in vehicle flash EPROM reprogrammingIVHS intelligent vehicle highway systemIVPWR internal power supply voltage - function as VBATTIVSC integrated vehicle speed control J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J J1 job 1JDI just do it!JIT just in timeJWC Joint Works Committee K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K K KA5 keep alive 5 voltsKAM keep alive memoryKAPWR keep alive powerKAVDD keep alive VDDKEL key event listKEYPOWER key powerKD knock downKDS kickdown switch (EAO only)KDH kickdown holdKDP kickdown pullKEKO key on key off

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvKEYPWR key powerKI knock inputKISS keep it simple stupid!KLT key life testingKNC person of limited brainKNK knock sensorKNOCK knock sensorsKOEO key on engine off (selftest/VIP)KOER key on engine running (selftest/VIP)KOL key off loadKPA key process areaKPA kilopascalKPH kilometers per hourKS KS knock sensorKSA knock sensor analogKTS knock threshold selectKWP keyword protocol L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L LAAO Latin American Automotive OperationsLAN local area networkLBT leanest mixture for best torqueLCCF leadless ceramic chip carrierLCD liquid crystal displayLCF lager and curry frenzyLDIS low data rate distributorless ignition system LDR low data rateLDSNS load senseLDT light duty truckLE2 lowline2 with integrated EDISLEE lowline1 with combined EDISLEEM low end emerging marketLEGO lean EGOLEV low emissions vehicleLFC low fan controlLFP low fuel pumpLGS low gear switchLIFO last in first outLITE low integration transition encoderLIVC late inlet valve closingLL lowline enhanced electronic engine control moduleLL2/LLII lowline enhanced electronic engine control module 2nd gen.LLR light load retard solenoidLMPS Land Mobile Products Sector (Motorola)LMR local market requirementsLMV leanest mixture for maximum vacuumLNG liquefied natural gasLOC lines of codeLOS limited operation strategyLOWLINE low complexity enhanced electronic control moduleLP2 lowline 2 with integrated EDIS & PATSLPE lowline 1 with combined EDIS & PATSLPG liquid petroleum gasLPG Lommel Proving GroundLPLR low pressure low resistance fuel injectorLPC line pressure control (5R50)LPPM lift pump monitorLPPR lift pump relayLPS line pressure switchLR launch readinessLSB least significant bitLSF low speed fanLSI large scale integrationLSO low speed outputLSSI low speed serial inputLSSO low speed serial output

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvLUS TCC lock-up solenoid (AXOD/AXOD-E) electronic transmissionLV luncheon voucherLVC Large Car Vehicle Centre (was VC2/3)LVS low voltage resistance M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M15 fuel containing 15% methanolM/T manual transmission (RWD)M5R2 manual 5spd transmission for 3.8l SC/4.6l 4V (RWD)MA mass airMAF MAF mass air flow (sensor)MAF RETURN mass air flow return MAFPG MAF power groundMAFRTN mass air flow signal returnMAFS mass air flow sensorMAFS mass air flow signalMAFSG MAF power returnMAP MAP manifold absolute pressureMAPPA manifold absolute pressure per altitudeMB memory busMBIU master bus interface unitMBT mean ignition advance for best torqueMBT.L mean ignition advance for best torque knock limitedMC management contractMC match and capture MC mixture controlMCCC TCC modulated converter clutch control (torque converter clutch)MCCL modulated clutch converter low impedence solenoid driverMCM multi chip moduleMCS file containing executable EEC code in Intel MCS formatMCT manifold charge temperatureMCU microprocessor control unit MDP manifold differential pressureMD mini discMD misfire detectionMDS microprocessor development unitMDV medium duty vehicleMELF metal electrode face bondingMEP mean effective pressureMEQ modifiable equatesMEXA feedgas AFRMFA managed fuel airMFD multi function displayMFDS misfire detection sensorMFI multiport fuel injectionMFP modulated fuel pumpMIDI musical instrument digital interfaceMIM model implementation moduleMIL malfunction indicator lightMIPS millions instructions per secondMIRA Motor Industries Research AssociationMIS months in serviceMISRA Motor Industry Software Reliability AssociationMIRA Motor Industry Research AssociationML midline enhanced electronic engine control moduleML2/MLII midline enhanced electronic engine control module 2nd gen.MLE midline 1 for EuropeMLPS manual lever position sensor (was PRNDL)MLUS TCC modulated lock-up solenoid (torque converter clutch)MODEM modulator/demodulatorMON motor octane numberMOS metal oxide semiconductorMPA PAIR managed pulsed air (pulsed secondary air injection)MPH miles per hourMPIM major powertrain issues meetingMPIO multiplexed MBUS/parallel input/output port on DARC

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvMPV SDV MPVSDV multi purpose vehicle - segment demonstration vehicle MPX multiplexerMR management role (SG 9-10)MRC management role carMRD material required dateMROM masked read only memoryMSA manual shift automaticMSB most significant byteMSI medium scale integrationMSIL Motorola Semiconductor Israel Limited MST manifold surface temperatureMT mechanical transmission (RWD)MT75 EAO hi-torque HUM5 transmission (RWD)MTA AIR managed thermactor air (secondary air injection)MTB mean time between failureMTE miles to emptyMTX manual transmission transaxleMTX2 manual 4spd transaxle (FWD)MTX3 manual 5spd transaxle (FWD)MTX4 manual 5spd transaxle (3.21 1st gear) (FWD)MTX75 manual 5spd MT75 transaxle (FWD)MTXF manual 4spd transaxle (for leader lineups) (FWD)MUT module unit testMUX multiplexerMV&GP mission values and guiding principlesMVSS motor vehicle safety standards MVZ manifold vacuum zoneMY model year N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N

N/A not applicableNA naturally aspiratedNAAO North American Automotive OperationsNAFTA New Zealand & Australia free trade areaNC normally closed/no connectionNDI neutral/drive inputNDR non defective returnNDS PNP neutral drive switch (park neutral position switch)NDT new development toolNG natural gasNG network guideNGS PNP neutral gear switch (park neutral position switch)NGS ST next generation STAR tester (scan tool)NGSC next generation (vehicle) speed controlNGST next generation scan toolNGV natural gas vehicleNHTSA National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationNI neutral idleNI note indexNIC network interface cardNIH not invented hereNIU network interface unit NLD network logic diagramNLS needle lift sensorNMOG non methane organic gassesNMOS negative channel metal oxide semiconductorNO normally openNOV engine speed over vehicle speed - N/VNOVA NAAO overall vehicle auditNOX oxides of nitrogenNPS neutral pressure switchNSC National Sales CompaniesNTF no trouble foundNTI no trouble indicatedNTPS non contacting throttle position sensor (traction assist)

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvNVH noise, vibration, harshnessNVM non volatile memoryNVRAM NVRAM nonvolatile random access memoryNVQS new vehicle quality survey O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O2S oxygen sensorOASIS online auto service information systemOAI octane adjust inputOBD on-board diagnosticsOBD-I on-board diagnostics 1OBD-II on-board diagnostics 2OBVR on board vapour recoveryOC octane control OC oxidation catalystOCC output circuit check - output fault detectOCIL TCIL transmission control lampOCIL/OCIL-B overdrive cancel indicator light/output circuit indicatorOCIL-D overdrive cancel indicator light/diodeOCP off chip portOCR optical character recognitionOCS overdrive cancel switchOCSW overdrive cancel switchOCTADJ1 octane adjust input No. 1OCTADJ2 octane adjust input No. 2OD onboard diagnosticsOD overdrive disableODEC overdrive engagement controlODS overdrive disable switchODSS overdrive select switchOEM original equipment manufactureODOO overdrive on/offODS overdrive disable switchOEC Orbital Engine CompanyOGC office of General CouncilOHC overhead camOHP overhead projectorOHV overhead valveOI overdrive inhibitOLE object linking and embeddingOO object oriented OPEO Overseas Product Engineering OfficeOPG oil pressure gaugeOPIL-B oil pressure indicator light (bulb)OPS oil pressure SWITCHORVR onboard fuelling vapour recoveryOS octane switchOSC output state controlOSI open systems interconnectionOSIL overspeed indicator lampOSM output state monitoring-OBDII component monitorOSS output shaft speedOTD order to deliveryOTP-ROM one time programmable ROMOVRVTG over voltageOWL overheat warning light P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P/ES performance/economy switchP/NS performance/normal switchP/T powertrainPA PAIR pulse air (pulsed secondary air injection)PACX private automatic computer exchangePAF PED auto formatterPAIR pulsed secondary air injection

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvPALS product attribute leadership strategiesPAMA powertrain attributes matching and analysisPAMS product assumption management systemPAS power assisted steeringPAS pulse air solenoidPAT CTC program activity teamPAT process activation table - teamworkPAT process indexPAT VECTOR calibration patch filePATS passive anti theft systemPBA parking brake applied (diesel)PC personal computerPC professional computerPC program confirmationPC program counterPCB printed circuit boardPCC powertrain check lightPCC program choke controlPCC pin control channelPCM powertrain control modulePCOMP purge compensation strategy (onboard vapour recovery)PCPPEO Powertrain and Chassis Product Engineering Office (Ford)PCR product change requestPCSE PED can still exist!PCSE Powertrain Control Systems EngineeringPCT Powertrain Control Technologies - was ECSPCV PCV positive crankcase ventilationPD Product DevelopmentPD program directionPD power dissapation PDG Product Development GroupPDGS product development graphics systemPDI pre delivery inspectionPDL program design language (pseudo code)PDL Powertrain Development LaboratoryPDL program direction letterPDR program development reviewPDS pedal demand sensorPE power/economyPEAS product engineering assumption letterPECUs programmable electronic control unitsPED Powertrain Electronics Development (now PCSE was PEDD)PEDD Powertrain Electronics Development DepartmentPEF PED auto formatter, for strategy files in CEEPEP product engineering procedurePESW,P/ES,P&N performance/economy/normal switchPES programmable electronic systemsPF purge flowPFE pressure feedback electronic EGRPFI performance feel indexPFM pulse frequency modulatedPFS purge flow sensorPGFM purge flow sensorPH proportions and hardpointsPI process improvementPI process index - teamworkPI program implementationPI/O parallel input/outputPIA purchased in assemblyPID parameter identifierPID proportional integral differentialPID process IDPIF program information filePII PTEC ignition interfacePIL product investigation letterPIM process implementation modulePIP profile ignition pickup (sensor)

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvPIPD output of profile ignition pickup discriminatorPIT process improvement teamPL product letterPLC programmable logic controllerPLCC plastic leaded chip carrierPMOS positive channel MOSPMP project management plan (Atlantic)PMST CTC program module sub-teamPMT CTC program module teamPNG process NGPNP park/neutral position switchPNSW performance/normal switchPNR purchase notice and releasePOR plant operation reviewPOPE Powertrain Operations Planning and EngineeringPOST power on self testPPAP production part approval processPPC power PCPPG pulses per gallonPPL product planning letterPPM parts per million PPPP product process proveout programmePPRV parallel pressure relief valvePPS pedal position sensor (diesel)PPS product planning subcommitteePPS pulses per secondPR production releasePR prototype readinessPRM passive restraint modulePRNDL park/reverse/neutral/drive/low sensorPRO product request orderPROFS professional office systemPROM PROM programmable read only memoryPROST prototype scheduling and trackingPRT piezoresistive transducerPRT VECTOR printable strategy and calibration listing filePS program statusPS pump senderPSA Peugeot Societe Anonyme (Peugeot Ltd)PSA powertrain systems analysisPSAT programmable speedo system for auto transPSE pre silicon emulatorPSIC power supply ICPSOM programmable speedometer/odometer modulePSP power steering pressurePSP PTEC system protectionPSPS PSP power steering pressure switchPSPSW power steering pressure switchPSPT power steering pressure transducerPSR private salary roll (SG 13-15)PSS pattern select switch (AXOD-E) - digitalPSSA pattern select switch (AXOD-E) - analoguePST CTC program steering teamPSTFI push start thick film integrated (ignition module)PSW parts submission warrantPT powertrain declaredPT,PTHR part throttlePTC positive temperature coefficientPTC program timing committeePTCS powertrain control systemPTEC powertrain electronic controllerPTEC PTEC systems departmentPTEF polymer thick filmPTLP powertrain limiting and protectionPTO power take offPTO Power Train Operations PTOX periodic trap oxidizer

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvPTPMT powertrain project module teamPTSE Powertrain Systems EngineeringPTTC Plastic and Trim Technical CenterPV product(ion) validationPVI people vehicle interfacePVP powertrain validation programPVP&R production validation plan and reportPVR process capability and capacity verification runPVS plant vehicle schedulingPVS ported vacuum switchPVS product verification specification(s)PVT plant vehicle teamPW pulsewidth PW.ENCOD pulsewidth encoded (EDIS)PWB printed wiring boardPWM,PWMO pulsewidth modulated (output)PWR powerPWRGND power groundPWM pulse width modulated Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q QA quality assuranceQC quality controlQDD quad darlington driverQFD quality function deploymentQFF quad integrated driver fault flagQFP quad flat packQID quad integrated driverQIL quad in line packageQIS quality information systemQMP quality management planQOE quality of eventQOS quality operating systemQP quick prototypingQRT quality reliability teamQS quality systemQSD QS descriptionQSDD QS documentationQSDL QS libraryQS quality systemQSER QS execution recordsQTS quality tracking study (Maritz/Rogers report) R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R

R/100 repairs per 100R/C running changeR101 reliability manualRABS rear antilock brake systemRAF rolling average filterRAF Royal Air ForceRAID remote anti-theft intrusion sensing double locking systemRAM RAM random access memory/VECTOR file with register definitionsRAM ride air moduleRAM-SCP RAM chip with std carp. protocol link and d/c expander chipRAP remote anti-theft personality moduleRAPID rapid action process improvementRAR rear axle ratioRASTER real-time async/sync task scheduling executive resourceRC reserve capacity (battery)RCC remote climate controlRCU remote control unitRDM release development meetingRDX raster data exchangeREDOX reduction/oxidation catalytic converterREM rear electronic module

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvREMCO remote adjustment for CO (EAO only)RFA request for failure analysis RFD rapid feature developmentRF radio frequencyRFI radio frequency interferenceRFQ request for quoteRFS returnless fuel systemRGS reverse gear switchRISC reduced instruction set computer/controllerRKE remote keyless entry RM relay moduleRLD road load dataRMC request for manufacturing cost (assumption system)RMS root mean squaredRNODE receiving nodeROA return on assetsROC regulated output controller ICROM read only memoryRON research octane numberROS return on salesROT rule of thumbROW rest of worldRP ROM portRPC remote parameter controlRPH repairs per hundredRPID reconfigurable projected image displayRPM RPM revolutions per minute (engine speed)RPMD revolutions per minute demand (diesel)RPMS revolutions per mile sensor (diesel)RPN risk priority numberRPO regular production optionsRPMS RPM engine RPM sensorRPS rack position sensor (diesel)RPT repairs per thousandRS Rallye SportRS readiness for startRS reverse switchRSH remote login from UNIX to VMSRSI repetitive strain injuryRSS root sum squaredRTL register transfer logicRTV return to vendorRTZ return to zeroRVP Reid vapour pressureRVU ROM verification unitRWD rear wheel driveRWM read/write memory S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S4P start production process proveout programS/W softwareSAAB Svenska Aeroplan Aktie BolagetSAAR seasonally adjusted anualised rateSAE Society of Automotive EngineersSAM stand alone memory/moduleSAPW spark angle pulse width (for DIS, otherwise same as SPOUT)SAS secondary air solenoidSATC semi automatic temperature controlSATSAD stand alone two speed accessory driveSAW SPOUT spark angle word (spark output)SAW spark advance widthSBDC service bay diagnostic computerSBDS service bay diagnostic systemSBS supercharger boost solenoidSC significant characteristic(s)SC super coupe

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvSC SC superchargedSC strategic confirmationSC structure chartSC speed control (vehicle)SCA speed control amplifierSCAP silicone capacitance absolute pressure SCB supercharger bypassSCCD switch control current driver (SCUD colq.)SCCD switch constant current driverSCCS speed control command switchSCGND speed control command switch groundSCK serial clockSCLK serial clock (8065 central processing unit)SCM software configuration managementSCMP software/system configuration management planSCP standard corporate protocolSCR software change request (Mazda)SCR supplemental compensation roll (SG 11-12)SCS speed control serveSCSI small computer system interfaceSCVAC speed control vacuumSCVNT speed control ventSD speed densitySDA speed density adaptiveSDC software development consoleSDLC synchronous data link communicationSDP software development planSDS subsystem design specificationSDTS skills development and tracking systemSE simultaneous engineeringSEAT Sociedad Espanola de Automoviles de TurismoSEBI slave external bus interfaceSEFI SFI sequential electronic fuel injectionSEI Software Engineering InstituteSENSE simultaneous engineering support environmentSEM scanning electron microscopeSEM security entry moduleSEM state event matrixSEM state event matrix - teamworkSEPG Software Engineering Process GroupSFC sequential function chartSFC specific fuel consumptionSFI sequential fuel injectionSHED sealed housing evaporative determination systemSHO super high outputSI strategic intent SIC spark integrated channelSIFEM super integrated front end moduleSIGRTN signal return circuitSIL shift indicator lightSIL single in line packageSIMM single in-line memory moduleSIP single in line packageSIR system improvement requests (Atlantic)SIS starter interlock switchSIS subsystem interface specificationSLAP serial link addressing protocolSLTCH serial latch (8065 central processing circuit)SMA sequential fuel injection mass airSMAC service managers advisory councilSMC SEFI MA with RAM custom async receiver/transmitter ICSMC surface mounted componentSMD SMC with DUCESMD surface mounted deviceSME SMC with EDISSMM silicon micro machined injectorsSMO EEC-IV module - non NAAO use (overseas)

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvSMP scaled and modifiable parametersSMP skills management profileSMS SEFI with standard corporate protocolSMT surface mounted technologySOHC single overhead camSO sign offSOD serial octal driverSOHC single over head camSOIC small outline integrated circuitSOL+ solenoid plus supply (speed control)SOP standard operating procedureSOT select on testSOT small outline transistorSOW statement of workSP structural prototypeSPA Society for the Prevention of AcronymsSPA software process assuranceSPB software prototyping boardSPD short protected driverSPI serial peripheral interfaceSPIP software constructed profile ignition pickup (PIP)SP.IMAGE SPOUT image (low data rate distributorless ignition system)SPC statistical process controlSPMP system/software project management planSPMT systems program module teamSPS Motorola Semiconductor Products SectorSPS switching power supplySPS statistical problem solvingSPOUT spark outputSPS shift pattern selectSPST single pole single throwSQA software quality assuranceSQAP software/system quality assurance plan SQL standard query languageSQSER structural program module teamSQSER section QSERSREA supplier requested engineering approval SRI service reminder indicatorSRL Scientific Research LaboratorySRS software requirements specificationSRS start-run-stall SRT system readiness testSS 1 shift solenoid No. 1SS 2 shift solenoid No. 2SS 3 shift solenoid No. 3SS 3-L shift solenoid No. 3 linear modeSSC shared status channelSSDP subcontractor software development planSSHX shift solenoid (high side driver)SSPOD six serial/parallel output driverSSPS speed sensitive power steeringSSR solid state relaySSVM1 shift solenoid valve monitor 1SSVM2 shift solenoid valve monitor 2ST ST scan toolSTA supplier technical assistanceSTAR self test automated readoutSTASNS stator senseSTB start training buildSTB symbol table fileSTD state transition diagram - teamworkSTI self test inputSTN super twisted nematicSTO self test outputSTP standard temperature and pressureSVC Small and Medium Car Vehicle Centre (was VC1)SVDD switched VDD

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvSVE Special Vehicle EngineeringSVO Special Vehicle OperationsSVP pleaseSVVP software/system validation & verification planSW softwareSWB short wheel baseSWCC switching constant driverSWDV software design verification T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T50D manual 5spd transmission w/overdrive (RWD)TAB tape automated bondingTAB AIRB thermactor air bypass (AM-1) (secondary air inject. bypass)TAD AIRD thermactor air divertor (AM-2) ( " " diverter)TAE Transmission and Axle EngineeringTACH tachometerTAM training analysis matrixTAPME Transmission and Axle Product Manufacturing EngineeringTAPW traction assist pulse widthTAR throttle angle rateTAS traction assist systemsTASE Thermal Aerodynamic System Engineering TAT turn around timeTB TB throttle bodyTBA to be advisedTBI throttle body injectionTBD to be determinedTC temperature coefficientTC theme confirmationTC time constantTC traction controlTC turbochargedTCA test calibration assemblyTCC torque convertor clutchTCCH torque convertor clutch high impedance solenoidTCCL torque convertor clutch low impedance solenoidTCCPM torque convertor clutch pressure monitorTCCS torque convertor clutch solenoidTCE thermal coefficient of expansionTCIL transmission control indicator lightTCM TCM transmission control moduleTCP temperature compensated pumpTCPW traction control pulsewidth (modulated output)TCS traction control systemTCS transmission control switchTCS turbocharger control solenoidTCU throttle control unitTD theme decisionTDC top dead centreTEFI turbo electronic fuel injectionTEG truck engine governorTER travel expense reportTFI DI thick film integrated (distributor ignition)TFL&E tooling facilities launch & engineeringTFT thick film technologyTFT transmission fluid temperatureTGR things gone rightTGS top gear switchTGW things gone wrongTHERM thermostatTHG test harness generatorTHS transmission hydraulic switchTHS 3/2 transmission hydraulic switch - 3rd/2nd gearTHS 4/3 transmission hydraulic switch - 4th/3rd gearTIM task implementation moduleTIS time in service

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvTK throttle kickerTKA3 TK ATX 3spd transmission (FWD)TKICK throttle kickerTKM4 TK manual 4spd transmission (FWD)TKM5 TK manual 5spd transmission (FWD)TKS throttle kicker switch/solenoidTLA three letter acronymTLEV transitional low emissions vehicle TM tripminderTMAP time shared mapTN twisted nematicTNI trouble not indicated/identifiedTNODE transmitting nodeTO Truck OperationsTOC table of contentsTOC theory of constraintsTOPS team oriented problem solvingTOT transmission oil temperature inputTP throttle positionTP&S Technology Planning and supportTPC throttle plate controlTPCD thermactor pump clutch disconnectTPOUT throttle position output to governor moduleTPS throttle position sensorTPU time processor unit (Motorola)TPWP total program work planTQE total quality excellenceTQCTL torque controlTQM total quality managementTRD transmission range driveTPR tank pressure sensorTPT throughput time TR transmission rangeTRV Technology Review CenterTRIC transmission interface controllerTROD transmission range lowTRR transmission range reverseTRS transmission range selectorTSAD two speed accessory driveTSB technical service bulletinTSD TRD transmission select switch drive (trans. range drive)TSE transmission calculation featureTSL technical service letterTSL TRL transmission select switch drive (trans. range low)TSN PNP transmission select switch neutral (park/neutral switch)TSOD TROD transmission select switch overdrive (trans. range o/drive)TSP throttle position solenoidTSR TRR transmission select switch reverse (trans. range reverse)TSS transmission shaft speedTSS turbine speed sensor - used CD4E transmissionTTFN ta ta for nowTTL transistor transistor logicTTS transmission temperature switch/sensorTUT task unit testTVC throttle valve control (AXOD-E)TVC Truck Vehicle Centre (was VC4/5)TVP throttle valve positionTVPS throttle valve position switchTVRSB IC triple variable reluctance sensor buffer ICTWC three way catalystTWC+OC TWC+OC three way catalyst + oxidation catalytic convertorTXV thermal expansion valve (A/C systems)

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U/CAT unregulated catalystUART universal asynchronous receiver-transmitter

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvUAW United Auto WorkersUBTEMP underbody temperatureUCC usage condition codeUCL upper control limitUESC universal electronic spark controlUEGO universal EGO sensorUIM universal ignition moduleUIS Unix Internet serverULEV ultra low emissions vehicleULS Unix/universal LAN serverUMB upper memory blockUPOD universal power output driverUPS uninterruptable power supplyURD user request documentURL universal resource locator/locationURR universal repair rateUSA United States of AmericaUSP ultimate service providerUTC universal time constant?UV ultra violet V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V VA/VE value analysis / value engineeringVAC voltage alternating currentVAF VAF volumetric air flowVAFS vane air flow sensorVAG Volkswagen Audi GesellschaftVAN vehicle area networkVAPS variable assist power steeringVAT vane air temperatureVAVE value added vehicle engineeringVBATT battery voltageVC Vehicle CenterVCA Ford Small and Medium Vehicle CenterVCA vehicle certification agencyVCAL calibration voltage - internal inputVC vehicle centerVCC module operating voltageVCR vehicle concern reportVCRM variable control relay moduleVCT variable camshaft timingVCU vehicle control unitVDA Verband Der AutomobilindustrieVDC voltage direct currentVDE variable displacement engineVDR vehicle data recorderVDS vehicle design specificationsVDU visual display unitVECTOR vehicle electrical/control architectureVEESE Vehicle Electrical and Electronic EngineeringVEO Vehicle Engineering Office VER vehicle evaluation ratingVESA Video & Electrical Standards AssociationVF vacuum fluorescentVFS variable force solenoidVGT variable geometry turbo (diesel)VHSIC very high speed integrated circuitsVID vehicle identification (block)VIN input voltageVIN signal operating voltageVIN vehicle identification numberVIP vehicle in progress (EOL electronic diagnostics)VLCM variable load control moduleVLSI very large scale integrationVM vane meterVMM vehicle maintenance monitor

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvVMS VAX management systemVMV-CC vapour management control valve - constant currentVOB versioned object base (ClearCase)VOC voice of the customerVOC volatile organic compoundsVMV vapour management valveVOM volt-ohm meterVOUT output voltageVP vice presidentVPAT vehicle PATVPC Vehicle Product CenterVPDM Visteon product data managementVPDS Visteon product development systemsVPMT vehicle PMTVPP voltage peak to peakVPS valve position sense (diesel)VPST vehicle PSTVPWR power supply voltageVQR vehicle quality reviewVR voluntary redundancyVRAM virtual RAMVRC vehicle ride controlVRCM VCRM variable speed fan control moduleVRD vehicle regulation documentVREF voltage referenceVRF cross reference file for RCON 5.xVRIS variable resonance induction systemVRS CKP variable reluctance crankshaft sensor (crankshaft posn.)VRS+ variable reluctance crankshaft sensor + signalVRS- variable reluctance crankshaft sensor - signalVRSRTN variable reluctance sensor - GROUNDVS virtual storageVSAD variable speed accessory driveVSAF variable speed fanVSAT saturation voltageVSC vehicle speed controlVSCF variable speed cooling fanVSET set voltage power onVSF variable speed fanVSO vehicle speed outputVSPD vehicle speedVSS VSS vehicle speed sensorVSS Diff+ vehicle speed sensor - differential input, plus VSS Diff- vehicle speed sensor - differential input, minusVSS-H vehicle speed sensor (hall effect)VSS-V vehicle speed sensor (variable reluctance)VSSBUF vehicle speed sensor (buffered)VTP voluntary termination planVV variable venturi carburetorVVC variable voltage chokeVVT variable valve timing W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W

WAC WOT A/C cutoffWAN wide area networkWBS work breakdown structureWCC warranty component classificationWCM wiper control moduleWCP world class process (formerly WCT)WCR world customer requirements corporate documentWCT world class timing (superseded by WCP)WDR world class design requirements corporate documentWERS worldwide engineering release systemWET western European timeWH work horseWHQ World Head Quarters

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Ford_Acronyms_List.csvWISE worldwide integrated standards for engineeringWOT WOT wide open throttleWOTS WOT switchWRA warranty responsible areaWRAP warranty reduction action plan WU-OCC warm up oxidation catalytic converter WU-TWC warm up three way catalytic converterWSL wait to start lightWU-OC warm-up oxidation catalystWU-TWC warm-up three way catalytic converterWVTA whole vehicle type approvalWW world wideWWW world wide web X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XCOFF extended common output file formatXCV transceiver (transmitter-receiver)XMS extended memory specificationXMT transmitXRF VECTOR assembler cross referenceXTAL crystal Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y2K year two thousandYIS years in serviceYTD year to date Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z ZEV zero emissions vehicleZIF zero insertion force socket

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