Glossary of Terms
ABS Antilock Brake SystemACM Airbag Control Module
ACT Actuator
AECM Airbag Electronic Control Module (ACM)
APM Adjustable Pedals Module
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
DCHA Diesel Cabin Heater Assist (Cabin Heater)
DLC Data Link Connector
DTC Diagnostic Trouble Code
DR Driver
EBL Electric Back Lite (Rear Window Defogger)
ECM Engine Control Module
EVIC Electronic Vehicle Information Center
FCM Front Control Module
GCC Gulf Coast Countries
HE Hall Effect
HVAC Heater, Ventilation, Air Conditioning
IPM Integrated Power Module
LDU Lower Drive Unit
LHD Left Hand Drive
MIC Mechanical Instrument Cluster
MTC Manual Temperature Control
MSMM Memory Seat/Mirror Module
NGC Next Generation Controller (PCM)
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
RHD Right Hand Drive
RKE Remote Keyless Entry
RX Receive
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
TPM Tire Pressure Monitor
TX Transmit
VFD Vacuum Fluorescent Display
VTSS Vehicle Theft Security System