Glossary of 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
CPA Connector positive assurance
DAB Driver airbag
DLC Data link connector
DTC Diagnostic trouble code
DR Driver
EBL Electric back lite (rear window defogger)
EVIC Electronic vehicle information center
FCM Front control module
HVAC Heater ventilation, air conditioning
IPM Intelligent power module
LDU Lower drive unit
MIC Mechanical instrument cluster
MTC Manual temperature control
MSMM Memory seat/mirror module
OBD On board diagnostics
ODO Odometer
ORC Occupant restraint controller
PAB Passenger airbag
PASS Passenger
PCI Programmable Communication Interface (vehicle communication bus)
PCM Powertrain control module
PDC Power distribution center
PLG Power liftgate
PLGM Power liftgate module
PSD Power sliding door
PSDM Power sliding door module
PWM Pulse width modulated
RKE Remote keyless entry
SAB Seat airbag
SBT Seat belt tensioner
SIACM Side impact airbag control module
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