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rocker arm

/ˈrɒkər ɑːrm/

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/ˈrɒkər ɑːrm/C1formaltechnical
  • ruМеханический компонент в двигателе внутреннего сгорания, который передает движение от распределительного вала для открытия и закрытия впускных и выпускных клапанов.

A mechanical component in an internal combustion engine that transfers motion from the camshaft to open and close the intake and exhaust valves.

  1. Engine componentC1formal

    A pivoting lever in an internal combustion engine that transfers motion from the camshaft to the valves.

    ruКомпонент двигателя

    • The mechanic replaced the worn rocker arm to fix the engine noise.
    • A broken rocker arm can cause a cylinder to misfire.
    • Adjusting the rocker arm clearance is part of routine engine maintenance.