LukeZ34 Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 I want to add a list of acronyms and their meanings to the new site design, to help all the newbies learn how we communicate around here. Some examples are: B4U B4M STE TGP FE3 etc. I'm looking for help in this, I don't know them all. So post up the acronyms and their meanings that you know and I'll put them all together for the new site! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
digitaloutsider Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 Some of these reused and vary from model to model, so I'll give these as I know (related to Grand Prixs). B4U = The 91-96 "wide body" aero kit available on GTP's and higher optioned SE's B4M = The 89-90 Turbo Grand Prix-specific aero kit. Included composite headlights rather than sealed beam "mini quads". STE = Special Touring Edition. Trim level that ran from 1990-1993 on the Pontiac Grand Prix. Included upgraded interior trim (seats, door panels), specific stereo systems, and specific trunk panel applique. In 1990 was available with the 3.1 Turbocharged V6 as an option. TGP = Turbo Grand Prix. Limited edition trim level from 1989 to 1990. Included model-specific aero body kit as well as an Intercooled Turbocharged 3.1L V6 modified by ASC/McLaren. HUD was specific and only available in the TGP. Custom gauge cluster. Custom transmission and cooler (4T60-HD) FE3 = Performance suspension. Typically included the stiffest spring rates and biggest sway bars. CSC = Cutlass Supreme Convertible. L67 = RPO code for the 3.8 Supercharged V6. LG5 = RPO code for the 3.1 Intercooled Turbocharged V6. LQ1 = RPO code for the 3.4 DOHC 24-Valve V6. LH0 = RPO code for the 3.1L MPFI V6 (1989-1993, 1990-1994 in Luminas). 284 = Refers to the Getrag 284 5-speed transaxle available from 1991-1993 in LQ1-equipped Grand Prix, Cutlass Supreme and Lumina. 282 = Refers to the Getrag 282 5-speed transaxle available from 1988-1990 in Grand Prix and Cutlass Supreme. Z34 = Trim level available on the 1991-1994 Lumina and the 1995-1999 Monte Carlo. From 1991-1994 included the 3.4 DOHC V6 and specific aero body kit and spoiler. Z34-specific decals. 1995-1997 included the 3.4L DOHC V6 as well as minor exterior modifications. 1998-1999 included the 3800 Series II V6. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MonteCarloChick Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 L82 - 3100 SFI V6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White93z34 Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 B4U - Refers to the "aero" bodykit on 88-96 Grand Prix B4M - Refers to the more standard, base model 88-96 Grand Prix STE - Special Touring Edition Grand Prix Sedan made 90-93, Higher options, Had either 3.1 Turbo, 3.4 DOHC, or 3.1 TGP - Turbo Grand Prix made 89/90 FE3 - Sport Suspension UB3 - Most commonly used to describe the 88-93 Cutlass Supreme Digital Gauge Cluster, however it also denotes the Sport or upmodel cluster on all first generation cars TDC - Twin Dual Cam, the 3.4 DOHC AQ9 - Most commonly used to describe the 88-93 Grand Prix Pneumatic seats DIC/DIS -Driver information Center/System Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
94 olds vert Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 SWRC-Steering wheel radio controls HUD-Heads up display Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhatTheFehl Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 RSWC - Redundant Steering Wheel Controls HUD - Heads-Up Display SES Light - Service Engine Soon light. I duno about other people, but I sometimes use that. SE - Special Edition Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhatTheFehl Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 WOT - Wide Open Throttle TPS - Throttle Position Sensor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhatTheFehl Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 ABS - Anti-Lock Braking System (if you didn't know that, then you're probably retarded ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOT2B GM Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 STB- Strut tower brace RKE- remote keyless entry PM3- powermaster 3 hydraulic master cylinder found in ABS equipped 89-91 W's ECC- electric climate control MPFI- multiport fuel injection SFI-sequential fuel injection LX5- 3.5 twin cam v6 LA1- 3400 LX9- 3500 FWI- fender well intake CAI / WAI - cold / warm air intake x-over- crossover obd - on board diagnostics hid - high intensity discharge dogbone - torque strut xlaces - crosslace wheels Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOT2B GM Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 POS - piece of shit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhatTheFehl Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 LIM/UIM: Lower/Upper Intake Manifold TStar: Torque Star Wheels, available on late model Grand Prixs. T-Stat: Thermostat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOT2B GM Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 TPS, throttle position sensor IAC, idle air control MAP, manifold absolute pressure DP, downpipe EGR, exhaust gas recirculation o2, oxygen IAT, intake air temp VSS, vehicle speed sensor CTS, coolant temp sensor UD, underdrive CV, constant velocity CPS, crank position sensor t-stat, thermostat UIM, upper intake manifold LIM, lower intake manifold TB, throttle body cat, catalytic converter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhatTheFehl Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 TPS, throttle position sensor IAC, idle air control MAP, manifold absolute pressure DP, downpipe EGR, exhaust gas recirculation o2, oxygen IAT, intake air temp VSS, vehicle speed sensor CTS, coolant temp sensor UD, underdrive CV, constant velocity CPS, crank position sensor t-stat, thermostat UIM, upper intake manifold LIM, lower intake manifold TB, throttle body cat, catalytic converter hey, you copied several of those from me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldscsc Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 BYP = base body kit, standard on non-B4U cars. Also, I think it was Buck that started a thread for engine RPO codes that would be useful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOT2B GM Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 TPS, throttle position sensor IAC, idle air control MAP, manifold absolute pressure DP, downpipe EGR, exhaust gas recirculation o2, oxygen IAT, intake air temp VSS, vehicle speed sensor CTS, coolant temp sensor UD, underdrive CV, constant velocity CPS, crank position sensor t-stat, thermostat UIM, upper intake manifold LIM, lower intake manifold TB, throttle body cat, catalytic converter hey, you copied several of those from me yeah, you posted a few minutes before me and I didnt feel like editing them out of my post Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breakdown Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 AQ9 - Most commonly used to describe the 88-93 Grand Prix Pneumatic seats AND Cutlass Supreme seats, uncertain if the years match, they may have gone up to 1994. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobertISaar Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 TCC = torque convertor clutch DRL = daytime running lights Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breakdown Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 BYP - to describe body style of 1988-1995 Grand Prix coupes without B4U or B4M cladding (BYP was NOT available in 1996). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobertISaar Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 SIR = supplimental inflateable restraint (airbags) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhatTheFehl Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 SRS - Supplemental Restraint System Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AL Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 L36 - NA 3800 Series II Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWeb80 Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 FFP = Fast Fwd Performance CO's = Coil Overs GMPP TA's = GM Performance Parts Trailing Arms ST Lowering springs = Suspension Techniques Springs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Night Fury Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 How could anyone forget L32?!?! L32- Series III Supercharged 3800 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AL Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 L26 - NA 3800 Series III Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slick Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 SBX- Shit Box Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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