noun
- a rod in an internal combustion engine that transfers motion from the camshaft to open and close the valves
Usage: automotive; mechanical engineering
Examples
- The mechanic replaced the bent pushrod in the V8 engine.
- Pushrod engines are simpler in design than overhead cam engines.
- A worn pushrod can cause poor engine performance.
- The pushrod actuates the rocker arm to open the intake valve.
- Classic American muscle cars typically used pushrod V8 engines.
- The pushrod system requires fewer moving parts than other valve train designs.