Glossary of Terms

ABS Antilock Brake System

ACM Airbag Control Module

AECM Airbag Electronic Control Module (ACM)

ASDM Airbag System Diagnostic Module (ACM)

BCM Body Control Module

CAB Controller Antilock Brake

CMTC Compass/mini-trip Computer

DAB Driver Airbag

DLC Data Link Connector

DR Driver

DTC Diagnostic Trouble Code

EBL Electric Back Lite (Rear Window De-fogger)

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