Glossary / General

vacuum

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Vacuum is a kind of pressure that helps some car parts work, like making brakes easier to push.

Technical Definition

In automotive systems, vacuum refers to the pressure below atmospheric pressure that is used to power various components such as brake boosters and emissions controls.

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