Armrest
An armrest is a padded support for the arm, on the door, in the centre console or folding down from a seat.
What is Armrest?
Front centre armrests often slide and hide storage. Rear centre armrests may include cup holders or a ski hatch. Door armrests usually carry the window switches. Some rear armrests include a pass-through to carry long items such as skis.
How it works
It supports the arm to reduce fatigue on longer journeys.
Why it matters for your car
Do not rest your elbow on the armrest when steering hard. A loose armrest latch can rattle.
Other terms
- A/C Leak Test
- AC Charging
- Antifreeze (Coolant Concentrate)
- Boost Leak
- Control Arm
- Coolant Temperature Warning Light
- Distilled Water (Demineralised Water)
- Electrical Resistance (Ohms)
- Engine Warm-up
- Exhaust Hanger (Exhaust Mount)
- Front Splitter
- Grease Nipple (Grease Fitting)
- Headliner (Roof Lining)
- Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS)
- Jacking Points
- Low SAPS Oil (Low-Ash Oil)
- MacPherson Strut
- Roundabout
- Tyre Flat Spot
- Window Tint (Tinted Glass)