Glossary of Acronyms

ABS Antilock brake system
GACM 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
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
MHSMM Memory heated seat mirror module
MIC Mechanical instrument cluster
MTC Manual temperature control
OBD On board diagnostics
ODO Odometer
ORC Occupant restraint controller
OTIS Overhead travel information system
PAB Passenger airbag
PASS Passenger
PCI Programmable Communication Interface (vehicle communication bus)
PCM Powertrain control module
PDC Power distribution center
PRO Proportional
PWM Pulse width modulated
RKE Remote keyless entry
SAB Seat airbag
SIACM Side impact airbag control module
SKIM Sentry key immobilizer module
SKIS Sentry key immobilizer system
SQUIB Also called initiator (located in side airbag)
SRS Supplemental restraint system
TCM Transmission control module
VFD Vacuum fluorescent display
VTSS Vehicle theft security system