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

CMTC  compass/mini-trip computer

DAB  driver airbag

DLC  data link connector

DTC  diagnostic trouble code

DR  driver

EBL  electric back lite (rear window defogger)

HVAC  heater ventilation, air conditioning

MIC  mechanical instrument cluster

MTC  manual temperature control

NGC  next generation controller

OBD  on board diagnostics

ODO  odometer

ORC  occupant restraint controller (ACM)

PAB  passenger airbag

PASS  passenger

PCI  Programmable Communication Interface (vehicle communication bus)

PCM  powertrain control module

PDC  power distribution center

PWM  pulse width modulated

RKE  remote keyless entry

SAB  seat airbag

SBT  seat belt tensioner

SKIM  sentry key immobilizer module

SKIS  sentry key immobilizer system

SQUIB  also called initiator (located inside airbag)

SRS  supplemental restraint system

TCM  transmission control module

VFD  vacuum fluorescent display

VTSS  vehicle theft security system