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Wheel Cylinder
The wheel cylinder is a device in a wheel brake that uses hydraulic pressure to force the brake shoe against the brake drum.
created: May 13, 2010 - last edited: May 13, 2010 - category: BrakesWheelbase
The wheelbase is the distance between the center of the front wheel and the center of the rear wheel of a vehicle.
created: Feb 23, 2010 - last edited: Feb 23, 2010 - category: OtherWheels out of balance
If the wheels are out of balance, the weight distribution will be distorted. This can cause mild or severe vibrations while driving, even down smooth roads.
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Jun 28, 2010 - category: Wheels and TiresWindow attaching hardware is damaged or worn
The windows are attached to the window regulator with one or more clips or other securing devices. If these are damaged or worn, the window can sound or feel loose within the door. While the window is
created: Aug 9, 2008 - last edited: Jul 14, 2010 - category: Interior and AccessoriesWindow is off the track and stuck
Windows are aligned on a track to easily go in and out of the vehicle door. If the window has gotten off the track and is stuck, the window will not move. With power windows, the motor will still s
created: Aug 9, 2008 - last edited: Jul 7, 2010 - category: Interior and AccessoriesWindow Regulator
The window regulator is the lever-like device that raises or lowers the windows of a vehicle. On vehicles with power windows, the regulator is moved by an electric motor. On vehicles with manual windo
created: Jul 14, 2010 - last edited: Jul 14, 2010 - category: Interior and AccessoriesWindow regulator is jammed or broken
The window regulator is the device to which the window is attached and moves. A broken or jammed regulator will prevent the windows from moving.
created: Aug 9, 2008 - last edited: Jul 15, 2010 - category: Interior and AccessoriesWindow regulator is worn
A worn window regulator can hold the window loosely. This can make the windows easy to move, or rattle inside the door.
created: Aug 9, 2008 - last edited: Jul 15, 2010 - category: Interior and AccessoriesWindow regulator tracks are worn
The window regulator guides the window along tracks within the door. If these tracks are worn, the window may become difficult to move in some positions.
created: Aug 9, 2008 - last edited: Jul 15, 2010 - category: Interior and AccessoriesWindow track is broken
The window track guides the window within the door frame. If the track is broken, The window may get stuck in one position or only be able to move a certain amount.
created: Aug 9, 2008 - last edited: Jul 14, 2010 - category: Interior and Accessories
