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We Sure Do Love Those Three Letter Acronyms.
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If you have spent any time at all in the trucking industry you are well aware of the love affair with three letter acronyms (e.g. BOL, FOB, EIN, DOT and so on). When it comes to the parts and service side of the industry it is no different. I have compiled a list of the most common acronyms and what they stand for. Keep in mind this not a comprehensive list but a quick reference for those who may be wondering.
DPF- Diesel Particulate Filter
DOC- Diesel Oxidation Catalyst
SCR- Selective Catalytic Reduction
EGR- Exhaust Recirculating Valve
ABS- Anti-locking Braking System
DEF- Diesel Exhaust Fluid
ECM- Engine Control Module
VECU- Vehicle Electronic Control Unit (I know, I know. This one if four letters)
TCS- Traction Control System
LED- Light Emitting Diode
LCM- Light Control Module
NOX- Nitrogen Oxide Sensor
*Notice the amount of acronyms that apply to the exhaust and emissions system. Only a few of these existed in the truck industry ten years ago. This shows where the focus of the industry has been over the past decade.
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