| Acronym | Short For |
| ALDL | Assembly Line Diagnostic Link |
| CTS | Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| ECM | Engine Control Module |
| EST | Electronic Spark Timing |
| GM | General Motors |
| GND | Ground |
| HEI | High Energy Ignition |
| IAT | Intake Air Temperature |
| MAP | Manifold Absolute Pressure |
| MAT | Manifold Air Temperature |
| MEMCAL | MEMory CALibration module |
| SA | Spark (ignition) Advance |
| TPS | Throttle Position Sensor |
| VE | Volumetric Efficiency |