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Carsu Automotive & Workshop Management Glossary (A–Z)

This guide explains key terms in tyre shops, car repair workshops, moto repair centers, and glass repair services—plus the digital tools Carsu provides to manage them efficiently.

3

3PMSF

Three Peak Mountain Snowflake is a symbol on a tyre side-wall, indicating that this is a winter tyre, in the EU this is a legal requirement for a tyre to be classified as a winter tyre.

A

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)

Safety system preventing wheels from locking under heavy braking.

AC Recharge (Air Conditioning Recharge)

Refilling AC refrigerant gas to restore cooling.

Agenda & Scheduling

Carsu’s tool to book and manage appointments, with automated reminders and technician allocation.

Alignment (Wheel Alignment/Tracking)

Adjusting wheel angles for safe handling and reduced tyre wear.

All-in-One SaaS

Cloud software combining booking, CRM, invoicing, and communication for auto businesses.

B

Balancing (Tyre Balancing)

Adding weights to ensure tyres rotate evenly and avoid vibrations.

Batery Check

Testing battery health to avoid breakdowns.

Blog & Resources

Carsu’s guides on workshop management and trends.

Booking Link

Custom Carsu link that lets customers book online 24/7.

Brake Fluid

Hydraulic liquid that enables safe braking; should be replaced every 2 years.

Brake Pads

Components pressing against brake discs to slow vehicles; wear reduces safety.

C

Capacity Management

Carsu feature for monitoring real-time workshop workload and bay usage.

Catalytic Converter

Exhaust part that reduces harmful emissions.

Centralized Platform

Replaces multiple tools with Carsu’s all-in-one dashboard.

Clutch Replacement

Service replacing the clutch to restore smooth gear changes.

Coolant (Antifreeze)

Liquid preventing engine overheating or freezing.

CRM (Customer Relationship Management)

Carsu's Customer Management tool storing all customer and vehicle data.

Customer Notifications

Automated SMS/email alerts for booking confirmations and updates.

D

Dashboard Warning Lights

Indicators for faults like low oil or tyre pressure.

Diagnostics (OBD-II / Car Diagnostics)

Reading car error codes with digital tools.

Digital Workflow

Carsu’s paperless process combining booking, work tracking, and invoicing.

Disc Brakes

Braking system using discs and pads.

Drive Belt

Rubber belt powering alternator, AC, and steering pump.

E

Electric Vehicle (EV)

Cars powered by electric motors and batteries.

Engine Oil Change

Replacing used oil to protect engine health.

Estimate Delivery (Email/Text)

Sending quotes instantly to customer inbox/phone.

Estimates & Invoicing

Carsu’s digital estimates feature to create/send quotes and invoices digitally.

Exhaust System

Directs gases out of the car while reducing noise/emissions.

F

Fuel Filter

Filters impurities from fuel.

Fuse

Electrical safety device preventing overload.

Future-Proof Workshop

Carsu updates ensure adaptability to industry trends.

G

Garage Management Software

Platforms like Carsu to run workshops digitally.

Gearbox (Transmission)

Transfers engine power to wheels.

Glass Repair

Fixing windscreen cracks and chips.

H

Head Gasket

Seal preventing coolant and oil mixing in engine.

Hybrid Vehicle

Uses both combustion engine and electric motor.

Hydraulic Lift

Workshop equipment for lifting cars during service.

I

Ignition Coil

Converts battery voltage into spark for engine combustion.

Invoicing Automation

Carsu feature generating invoices directly from jobs.

J

Jack

A mechanical or hydraulic device used to lift part of a vehicle off the ground for repairs or maintenance.

K

Knock Sensor Replacement

Repair or replacement of the engine sensor that detects knocking/pinging.

L

Leaf Spring

A suspension component made of stacked strips of metal, commonly found in older vehicles and trucks.

Leak-Down Test

A diagnostic procedure to check cylinder sealing by pressurizing it with air.

Lift

A hydraulic or electric hoist used in workshops to raise vehicles for easier access underneath.

M

Maintenance History Tracking

Carsu tool storing past services and repairs.

MOT Test

Annual test checking roadworthiness.

Motorcycle Workshop Solutions
Multi-Location Management

Manage several garages in Carsu from one dashboard.

N

Nitrogen Tyre Inflation

Filling tyres with nitrogen for stable pressure.

Notifications (Customer Alerts)

Carsu feature updating customers via SMS/email.

O

Online Booking

Carsu booking system for 24/7 service scheduling.

Overheating

Engine running too hot due to cooling system issues.

P

Piston

Engine part compressing fuel-air mixture.

Power Steering

Hydraulic/electric assistance for steering.

Q

Quarter Panel Repair

Fixing dents, scratches, or rust on the vehicle’s rear side panel.

R

Radiator

Cools engine coolant.

Real-Time Work Tracking

Carsu’s Workboard showing live job progress.

Retention Tools

Carsu features for customer loyalty (reminders, history).

Run-Flat Tyres

Tyres that keep rolling temporarily after a puncture.

S

Scheduling Automation

Carsu booking optimization.

Service Bay Optimization

Managing bays efficiently via Carsu agenda.

Shock Absorbers

Suspension parts for comfort/control.

Smart Task Assignment

Carsu’s intelligent technician allocation.

Solutions by Business Type

Carsu modules for tyres, motor, glass, and repair shops.

Suspension System

Springs and shocks improving handling.

T

Technician Scheduling

Carsu feature planning mechanic workloads.

Timing Belt

Synchronizes engine movement; requires periodic replacement.

Tracking (Wheel Alignment)

Adjusting wheels for safe handling.

Tread Depth

Tyre groove depth; legal minimum 1.6mm.

Tyre Shop Solutions

Carsu’s specialized features for tyre dealers.

U

Upper Control Arm

Part of the suspension system connecting the frame to the wheel hub.

V

Valve

A device in the engine that controls the intake of air/fuel and exhaust gases.

Valve Clearance

The small gap between a valve stem and its rocker arm or cam follower.

W

WhatsApp Business Integration

Carsu tool for direct customer messaging through your own, integrated WhatsApp Business account.

Wheel Bearings

Allow smooth wheel rotation.

Windscreen Replacement

Replacing damaged glass for safety.

Workboard (Kanban-Style)

Carsu’s visual, online workboard tracking all workshop jobs.

Workshop Planning Software

Carsu tools for staff/resource allocation.

X

X-Frame

A vehicle chassis design with an X-shaped reinforcement in the frame (older cars).

Y

Yoke

A component in the driveshaft or steering system that connects shafts together.

Z

Zero Paper Workflow

Carsu’s paperless operations for eco-friendly efficiency.