It's time we start better utilizing the acronym system, and we need your help to do this. I am limiting the acronyms to vehicle specific phrases (in other words, I'm excluding things like LOL, ROFL, etc.).

If you can provide any acronyms and their meanings it would be greatly appreciated. This is what we currently have:

AAL
ABS
BL
CEL
CV
DS
DSG
DWB
ECU
EGR
FRF
IAC
IFS
IRS
MAF
O/D
OHC
OHV
PCM
PCV
R/F
RBV
RPS
SFA
SLA
SOHC
T/O
TIB
TPS
TRS
TTB

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-3" Doetsch Spindle Lift


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SAS - Solid Axle Swap
EATC - Electronic Automatic Temperature Control
WMS - Wheel Mounting Surface
CPP - Clutch Pedal Position switch

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Ok all, don't take this too seriously.WTF. Why can't people just type out what they mean so the rest of us old farts know WTF you all are talking about???TLA's are a PITA
(Ok ,All better now)

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L-Mo

Well now it won't matter, you can just place your mouse over the acronyms and it will tell ya what it is!

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Sold:2004 XLT 4x2 Ext. Cab. 3.0 Mods: 3" spindle, AAL, shackle, 32x11.5 on 15x8s, billet grille, clear corners, flow 40 dumped, line-x, CB/PA, traction bars, lil sound system, auto up down windows
Sold:2005 XLT 4x4 Ext. Cab. 4.0 Mods: ProComp lights w/ HID swap on tabs, 32x11.5 on 15x8s, CB/PA, black out heads/corners, lil sound system, cranked t-bars, flow 40 dumped, line-x, shell, bed rug, 06+ tails, metal tail gate handle since plastic one shattered, OHC, Mustang Dome.

Oh and guess I can add an acronym...

TPMS - Tire Pressure Monitoring System

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Sold:2004 XLT 4x2 Ext. Cab. 3.0 Mods: 3" spindle, AAL, shackle, 32x11.5 on 15x8s, billet grille, clear corners, flow 40 dumped, line-x, CB/PA, traction bars, lil sound system, auto up down windows
Sold:2005 XLT 4x4 Ext. Cab. 4.0 Mods: ProComp lights w/ HID swap on tabs, 32x11.5 on 15x8s, CB/PA, black out heads/corners, lil sound system, cranked t-bars, flow 40 dumped, line-x, shell, bed rug, 06+ tails, metal tail gate handle since plastic one shattered, OHC, Mustang Dome.

Ok I'll take back my rant. Didn't realize you could do that! SO SWEET!!!!

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L-Mo

DOHC - dual overhead cam.

drtft = done right the first time

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97 Ranger - 4.0 V6 auto, 4wd, 31x10.5x15s Wild Country XTX Sport All Terrains, Warn locking hubs, Pioneer deck with iPod attachment, Snugtop Topper, K&N filter, scan gauge II, Hella 500 Lights, More parts coming, waiting for the paycheck to get bigger!

Truck built in loving memory of Norm Howard
Outcast Racing
PNW Crew!!!
Afterhours Clan!!

COC - coil over conversion
SL - Superlift or suspension lift
RCD - race car dynamics

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Lifted and junk

Double Lifted Rangers

From the 2009 Ranger factory service manual (minus ones already mentioned):

2WD - 2-Wheel Drive
4WD - Four-Wheel Drive
ACL - Air Cleaner
ACM - Audio Control Module
ALR - Automatic Locking Retractor
BJB - Battery Junction Box
BPP - Brake Pedal Position
BSIA - Brake Shift Interlock Actuator
BTDC - Before Top Dead Center
BTS - Belt Tension Sensor
CAN - Controller Area Network
CASS - Compressor Anti-Slugging Strategy
CCA - Cold Cranking Amps
CEI - Configurable Engine Immobilizer
CFC - Chlorofluorocarbon
CFCs - Chlorofluorocarbons
CHT - Cylinder Head Temperature
CID - Cubic Inch Displacement
CJB - Central Junction Box
CKP - Crankshaft Position
CMDTC - Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Code
CMDTCs - Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Codes
CMP - Camshaft Position
CMS - Catalyst Monitor Sensor
D/A - Dual Action
DERU - Drive Engine Run-Up
DLC - Data Link Connector
DRL - Daytime Running Lamps
DSM - Driver Seat Module
DSO - District Special Order
DSP - Digital Signal Processing
DTC - Diagnostic Trouble Code
EBD - Electronic Brake Distribution
ECM - Engine Control Module
ECT - Engine Coolant Temperature
EEPROM - Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory
EI - Electronic Ignition
ELR - Emergency Locking Retractor
EONV - Engine Off Natural Vacuum
EOP - Engine Oil Pressure
EPC - Electronic Pressure Control
ESN - Electronic Serial Number
ESOF - Electronic Shift-On-The-Fly
EVA - Electronic Vibration Analyzer
EVAP - Evaporative Emission
FEAD - Front End Accessory Drive
FESM - Front End Sheet Metal
FET - Field-Effect Transistor
FP - Fuel Pump
FTP - Fuel Tank Pressure
FWD - Front Wheel Drive
GEM - Generic Electronic Module
GVWR - Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
HCU - Hydraulic Control Unit
HO2S - Heated Oxygen Sensor
HS-CAN - High Speed Controller Area Network
HSLA - High-Strength Low Alloy
HSS - High-Strength Steel
IAT - Intake Air Temperature
IC - Instrument Cluster
IDS - Integrated Diagnostic System
ISO - International Organization for Standardization
KOEO - Key ON Engine OFF
KOER - Key ON Engine Running
KS - Knock Sensor
LPC - Line Pressure Control
MACS - Mobile Air Conditioning Society
MAP - Manifold Absolute Pressure
MEK - Methyl Ethyl Ketone
MIG - Metal Inert Gas
MIL - Malfunction Indicator Lamp
MRFS - Mechanical Returnless Fuel System
MS-CAN - Medium Speed Controller Area Network
MSS - Mode Select Switch
NACK - Negative-Acknowledge
NERU - Neutral Engine Run-Up
NOX - Nitrogen Oxides
NVM - Non-Volatile Memory
OBD - On-Board Diagnostic
OCS - Occupant Classification Sensor
OCSM - Occupant Classification System Module
ORVR - On-Board Refueling Vapor Recovery
OSS - Output Shaft Speed
OTA - Oil-To-Air
OWC - One-Way Clutch
PAD - Passenger Air Bag Deactivation
PAM - Parking Aid Module
PATS - Passive Anti-Theft System
PCA - Pressure Control Solenoid A
PDB - Power Distribution Box
PID - Parameter Identification
PMI - Programmable Module Installation
PMI - Programmable Module Installation
PSP - Power Steering Pressure
PTU - Power Transfer Unit
PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride
PWM - Pulse-Width Modulation
PZEV - Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle
RAM - Random Access Memory
RCM - Restraints Control Module
RCU - Rear Control Unit
READ - Rear End Accessory Drive
RKE - Remote Keyless Entry
ROM - Read-Only Memory
ROW - Rest Of World
RWD - Rear Wheel Drive
SDARS - Satellite Digital Audio Receiver System
SFI - Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection
SJB - Smart Junction Box
SMC - Sheet-Molded Composite
SRS - Supplemental Restraint System
SSA - Shift Solenoid A
SSB - Shift Solenoid B
SSC - Shift Solenoid C
SSD - Shift Solenoid D
STRW - Squeeze-Type Resistance Spot Welding
TB - Throttle Body
TC - Transmission Control
TCC - Torque Converter Clutch
TCIL - Transmission Control Indicator Lamp
TCM - Transmission Control Module
TCS - Transmission Control Switch
TDC - Top Dead Center
TFT - Transmission Fluid Temperature
TIC - Transmitter Identification Code
TICs - Transmitter Identification Codes
TP - Throttle Position
TPO - Thermoplastic Olefin
TR - Transmission Range
TSB - Technical Service Bulletin
TSS - Turbine Shaft Speed
TXV - Thermostatic Expansion Valve
VC - Vehicle Certification
VCM - Vehicle Communication Module
VCT - Variable Camshaft Timing
VFS - Variable Force Solenoid
VID - Vehicle Identification
VIL - Vehicle Identification Label
VIN - Vehicle Identification Number
VSS - Vehicle Speed Sensor
WMI - World Manufacturer Identifier
WOT - Wide Open Throttle

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Ursus - 2009 Ford Ranger FX4
BedRug, BakFlip HD, Pop&Lock PL8200 tailgate lock, Sportz tent

frf ford ranger fourm

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2001 4.0l SOHC Ranger EDGE 2wd,Kenwood head unit,.Towing package, Cobra radar dector,Straight pipes, Black UWS Low Profile Tool Box,Air box mod,Throttle cable mod,Maxed T-Bars, Light Bar,



1964 Chevy C10 inline 6 granny 4 (play toy) painted in bedliner

Wow glad you posted that, would have never known.

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1999 Ford Ranger 3.0 V6

haha

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2001 4.0l SOHC Ranger EDGE 2wd,Kenwood head unit,.Towing package, Cobra radar dector,Straight pipes, Black UWS Low Profile Tool Box,Air box mod,Throttle cable mod,Maxed T-Bars, Light Bar,



1964 Chevy C10 inline 6 granny 4 (play toy) painted in bedliner

Sorry man I just couldn't help myself. Don't take it personal.

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1999 Ford Ranger 3.0 V6

nah man its all good

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2001 4.0l SOHC Ranger EDGE 2wd,Kenwood head unit,.Towing package, Cobra radar dector,Straight pipes, Black UWS Low Profile Tool Box,Air box mod,Throttle cable mod,Maxed T-Bars, Light Bar,



1964 Chevy C10 inline 6 granny 4 (play toy) painted in bedliner