Glossary Of Terms

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Dodge Dakota. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

ABS antilock brake system

ACM airbag control module

ACT actuator

AECM airbag electronic control module (ACM)

ASDM airbag system diagnostic module (ACM)

BTSI brake transmission shift interlock

CAB controller antilock brake

CMTC compass mini-trip computer

CTM central timer module

DAB driver airbag

DLC data link connector

DTC diagnostic trouble code

EBL electric back lite (rear window defogger)

ECM engine control module

EMIC electro/mechanical instrument cluster

HVAC heater ventilation, air conditioning

I/R infrared sensor

MUX Multiplexed

NGC next generation controller

ODO odometer

ORC occupant restraint controller

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

RX receive

SBT seat belt tensioner

SKIM sentry key immobilizer module

SKIS sentry key immobilizer system

SQUIB also called initiator (located in rear of airbag module)

TCCM transfer case control module

TCM transmission control module

TX transmit

VFD vacuum fluorescent display

VTSS vehicle theft security system