What do these abbreviations mean?

Could you explain such terms as DPF, DMF, CVT transmission, ABS, etc?

Asked on 9 August 2012 by TL, Bristol

Answered by Honest John

DPF = Diesel Particulate Filter (Diesel Soot Filter). DMF = Dual Mass Flywheel (Force Absorbent Flywheel). CVT = Continuously Variable Transmission (Soft Automatic). ABS = AntiLock Braking System (or ‘Allows Braking and Steering’).

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